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BYD Dolphin

$36,890 - $42,890* MRLP

The BYD Dolphin is a new, compact electric hatchback that has the honour of being the most affordable EV in Australia. Priced from $38,890 before on-road costs, the Dolphin is offered with either a 44.9kWh or 60.5kWh battery pack.

Latest BYD Dolphin ratings breakdown

7.5

Performance
7.4
Safety Technology
7.3
Ride Quality
7.3
Infotainment & Connectivity
7.6
Handling & Dynamics
7.0
Energy Efficiency
8.0
Driver Technology
7.2
Value for Money
8.2
Interior Comfort & Packaging
7.3
Fit for Purpose
8.0
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What we love

  • -Extensive standard features list
  • -Impressive and plush interior
  • -Drives as well around town as cars from established brands
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What we don't

  • -Charging speed could do with an uptick
  • -Cabin width is noticeably lacking
  • -Infotainment feels a little third-party
2024 BYD Dolphin Premium review
Review | 12 Jan 2024

7.5

Does the BYD Dolphin offer compromises or practical solutions for Australia's urban population?
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Comparison | 19 Jan 2024
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Should I buy a 2024 BYD Dolphin or a Toyota Corolla? Comparison review VIDEOPlayIconRounded
Comparison | 15 Jan 2024

7.5

Should you make the leap? We pit an electric hatch against an iconic hybrid to find out.
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2024 BYD Dolphin Premium review VIDEO: Australian first drivePlayIconRounded
Launch Review | 15 Nov 2023

7.6

A city-friendly electric car with a big driving range and low asking price will appeal to many Australian urbanites.

BYD Dolphin Price*

YearVariantPrice
2024BYD Dolphin Dynamic Hatchback FWD$36,890
2024BYD Dolphin Premium Hatchback FWD$42,890

BYD Dolphin Specs:

Variant (1 available)
byd-dolphin
Price
$36,890*
FuelType
Electric
Transmission
Red'n Gear
Drive Type
FWD
Engine
AC70kW
Charge Time
Quick Charge
Range
Variant (1 available)

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BYD Dolphin Dimensions

The BYD Dolphin has 2 variants. The height is 1570mm, the width is 1770mm and length is 4290mm.

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news | 28 Jul 2024
The smallest electric car sold by BYD in Australia may be about to get even cheaper, with a new entry variant.
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news | 22 Jun 2024
BYD has cut prices and offering deals for many of its models, including drive-away discounts for Seal Premium and Performance models.
2024 BYD Dolphin price cut amid sales slide
news | 15 Jun 2024
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BYD Dolphin rivals

8.5

BMW 1 Series

Hatchback
12 badges available
$ 54,800 - $ 76,600* MRLP
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8.2

Audi A1

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$ 36,200 - $ 50,800* MRLP
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8.0

Abarth 695

Hatchback
7 badges available
$ 37,900 - $ 52,695* MRLP
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FAQs

Where is the BYD Dolphin built?
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The BYD Dolphin is produced in factories in Hunan and Jiangxi, China.

How big is the battery in the BYD Dolphin?
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The BYD Dolphin is offered with either a 44.9kWh or 60.5kWh battery.

How much range does the BYD Dolphin have?
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Standard range BYD Dolphin has 340km range, where the long-range model offers up to 427km range.

BYD Dolphin Deals

2024 BYD Dolphin Dynamic Hatchback FWD

2024 BYD Dolphin Premium Hatchback FWD

BYD Seal 2023
Dealer used
BYD Seal 2023

$ 57,890

DAP

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Liverpool, NSW

BYD ATTO 3 2023
Dealer used
BYD ATTO 3 2023

$ 43,041

DAP

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Mile End South, SA

BYD ATTO 3 2023
Dealer used
BYD ATTO 3 2023

$ 41,990

DAP

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Canning Vale, WA

* ‘MRLP’ is the manufacturer’s recommended list price as provided by our data provider and is subject to change, so is provided to you for indicative purposes only. Please note that MRLP is inclusive of GST, but is exclusive of any options and does not include on-road costs such as registration, CTP, stamp duty and dealer delivery. Where an MRLP is stated as a price range, this reflects the lowest to highest MRLP provided for that model range across the available variants.
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