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    BYD Dolphin

    The BYD Dolphin is a small electric hatchback designed to make EV ownership more accessible. It sits above the Atto 1 and below BYD's larger SUVs and sedans, giving buyers a compact, easy-to-drive option with a practical five-door body. The Dolphin's strengths are urban efficiency, low running costs and a cabin that feels more modern than many budget-focused small cars. It is not aimed at performance-car buyers, though higher-output versions offer stronger acceleration than the entry model. For commuters, first-car buyers and households wanting a second car, the Dolphin is one of BYD's most approachable EVs and an important part of the brand's Australian growth.

    Driveaway
    $33,792 - $47,079†
    Transmission
    Single-Speed Auto
    Driven Wheels
    Front
    Fuel Type
    Electric
    Body Types
    Hatchback
    Powertrain Type
    Electric

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    Driveaway
    $33,792 - $47,079†
    Transmission
    Single-Speed Auto
    Driven Wheels
    Front
    Fuel Type
    Electric
    Body Types
    Hatchback
    Powertrain Type
    Electric

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    BYD Dolphin

    Available Variants

    The BYD Dolphin comes in a variety of variants with the cheapest being Essential and the most expensive being Premium.

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    Pros

    • Class-leading efficiency
    • Similar kit to top-spec Premium
    • Practical cabin

    Cons

    • Half-baked driver assist tech
    • Struggles to keep up with highway traffic
    • Mixed quality of materials
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    Essential

    2025

    $33,792

    Dynamic

    2023

    $40,899

    Premium

    2025

    $41,002

    Premium

    2023

    $47,079

    Year
    2025
    2023
    Fuel
    Electric
    Transmission
    Automatic
    Body Type
    Hatchback
    Number of Doors
    5 Doors
    Drivetrain
    Front
    Maximum Power
    70 kW
    150 kW

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    Dimensions

    4,290 mm
    1,770 mm
    1,570 mm
    The dimensions shown above are for the base model.
    SpecificationMeasurement
    Overall Length4,290 mm
    Overall Width1,770 mm
    Overall Height1,570 mm
    Wheelbase2,700 mm
    Turning Circle10,500 mm
    Load Capacity410 mm

    Dimensions in this table show the minimum and maximum values of all variants for this vehicle.

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    Sales Data

    20242,116Total Sales
    20253,248Total Sales
    20261,670YTD Sales

    BYD Dolphin Sales rolling 12-months#

    *Based on VFACTS and EVC data

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    Frequently Asked Questions

    The cheapest BYD Dolphin is the Essential variant that starts from $33,792.

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    The most expensive BYD Dolphin is the Premium variant that starts from $41,002.

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    The best towing capacity of a BYD Dolphin is 0 kg shared by all variants.

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    The largest BYD Dolphin is the Essential variant which measures 1770mm wide, 4290mm in length and sits 1570mm tall.

    The most powerful BYD Dolphin is the Premium variant which has 150kW of power and 310nm of torque.

    The BYD Dolphin is built in China and shipped to Australia.

    The heaviest BYD Dolphin is the Premium variant which has a gross vehicle weight of 2068 kg.

    The BYD Dolphin is an electric vehicle and does not use any fuel.

    # Based on VFACTS and EVC data

    † Displayed prices are based on the drive-away price of the vehicle, which includes delivery charges, registration fees, number plates, and applicable road taxes, based on a Sydney location. However, prices may vary between states and territories, and additional costs such as compulsory third party (CTP) insurance, dealer delivery fees, and optional extras are not included. These prices are subject to change without notice and may not reflect current market pricing or dealer offers.

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