BYD Dolphin

The BYD Dolphin is a battery electric hatchback produced by the Chinese manufacturer BYD Auto since 2021. The Dolphin is a small, electric car designed for the mass market. It is part of BYD's "Ocean Series" and is available in various configurations to cater to different regional markets.

BYD Dolphin
Overview
Manufacturer	BYD Auto
Production	August 2021 – present
Assembly	China: Shenzhen, Guangdong; Changsha, Hunan Thailand: Rayong (BYD Auto (Thailand), 2024–present)
Designer	Under the lead of Wolfgang Egger
Body and chassis
Class	Subcompact car (B, China) Compact car (C, global)
Body style	5-door hatchback
Layout	Front-motor, front-wheel-drive
Platform	e-Platform 3.0
Related	BYD Seagull BYD Yuan Up BYD Yuan Plus / Atto 3
Powertrain
Electric motor	Permanent magnet synchronous
Power output	70 kW (95 PS; 94 hp) 130 kW (177 PS; 174 hp) 150 kW (204 PS; 201 hp) (outside China)
Battery	30.72–60.48 kWh BYD Blade LFP
Electric range	301 km (187 mi) (NEDC, 30.72 kWh) 401–405 km (249–252 mi) (NEDC, 44.928 kWh) 427 km (265 mi) (WLTP, European 60.48 kWh)
Plug-in charging	AC: 7.4 kW 11 kW (Europe, 60.48 kWh) DC: 40 kW (30.7 kWh, China) 60 kW (44.9 kWh) 70 kW (50.25 kWh) 88 kW (global) V2L
Dimensions
Wheelbase	2,700 mm (106.3 in)
Length	4,070–4,150 mm (160.2–163.4 in) (China) 4,290 mm (168.9 in) (global)
Width	1,770 mm (69.7 in)
Height	1,570 mm (61.8 in)
Curb weight	1,285–1,658 kg (2,832.9–3,655.3 lb)

History

The BYD Dolphin was first introduced as a prototype at the Auto Shanghai in April 2021, under the name BYD EA1 Concept. Following the unveiling, BYD announced a new electric vehicle platform, e-Platform 3.0, designed to offer improved performance and efficiency. The production model of the Dolphin was launched in August 2021, with the car quickly gaining popularity in China. It was the first production vehicle to feature BYD's new logo. In 2023, the Dolphin was updated for global markets, with modifications to meet safety standards in regions like Europe and Australia.

Markets

The BYD Dolphin started being sold in international markets in 2023. It is available in multiple countries, with variations in powertrains and battery options to suit local preferences. In China, the Dolphin is available in multiple versions, offering different motor powers and battery capacities, with the most popular variants providing a range of approximately 300-400 kilometers on a single charge.

The Dolphin was introduced to Europe in 2023, where it is available in an extended version to meet European crash safety standards. It is powered by a 150 kW motor and features a 60.48 kWh battery, giving it a range of up to 427 km on the WLTP cycle.

In Australia, the Dolphin was launched in 2023, with two variants: a 70 kW version and a more powerful 150 kW version. The car's availability has been a part of BYD's plan to expand its presence in the Australian electric vehicle market.

Other countries like Brazil, Japan, Indonesia, and South Africa have also received the Dolphin in 2023-2024, with varying specifications tailored to local needs.