7.8
2025 BYD Dolphin Dynamic review
The base BYD Dolphin electric hatch isn't as dynamic as its name suggests, but it still has a place in the affordable EV market.
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Josh Nevett
BYD Dolphin vs BYD Seal Comparison
BYD Dolphin
BYD Seal
2025 BYD
Dolphin
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2025 BYD
Seal
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How they stack...
CarExpert Score
CarExpert has rated other vehicles in the small category, between scores of and .
8.1
7.8
8.1
7.8
Based on the BYD Dolphin DYNAMIC
Based on the BYD Seal PERFORMANCE
Best suitable for...
City drivingWarranty
6 year
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6 year
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warranty
MSRP
$29,990 - $42,890
$46,990 - $65,748
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CarExpert's Take
Josh Nevett
Marketplace Journalist
Josh Nevett drove this car and these were their findings:
Hits
- Class-leading efficiency
- Similar kit to top-spec Premium
- Practical cabin
Misses
- Half-baked driver assist tech
- Struggles to keep up with highway traffic
- Mixed quality of materials
James Wong
Marketplace Editor
James Wong drove this car and these were their findings:
Hits
- Excellent value
- Neck-snapping acceleration
- Comfortable, refined manners
Misses
- Not tuned to be a sports sedan
- Premium-spec makes more sense
- Storage and charging off the pace
Colours Available
The BYD Seal is available in the following exterior colours:
- Arctic Blue
- Atlantis Grey
- Aurora White
- Cosmos Black
- Shark Grey
Aurora White is a no-cost option, with the other finishes costing $1500 or $2000 in the case of Shark Grey, which is available only on the Performance.
Interior colours are either Ocean Blue or Thaumas Black.
The Ocean Blue interior costs an extra $1500.
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