Overview of the BYD Dolphin
Key Highlights
Brand: BYD
Model: Dolphin
Body Type: Compact Hatchback
Seating Capacity: 5
Battery Range: Up to 400 km (WLTP)
Power: 70-150 kW depending on the variant
Charging: Fast charging (DC) capabilities with a minimum of 30 minutes of charging time (30-80%)
Price Range: From $17,000 to $23,000 Based on Region and Trim Level.
Design and Exterior
Exterior Specifications:
Length: 4,125 mm
Width: 1,770 mm
Height: 1,570 mm
Wheelbase: 2,700 mm
Ground Clearance: 150 mm
Wheels: 16-inch or 17-inch alloy wheels
The sleek aerodynamics of the Dolphin bring in lesser resistance and hence efficiency, which gives the car a longer distance on a single charge. Available in a wide variety of shades of exterior colors such as Ocean Blue, Coral Orange, and Crystal White, this car would appeal to a youth more.
Interior and Comfort
Interior Features
Seats: Ergonomically designed fabric or leather seats
Infotainment: 10.1-inch rotating touchscreen display
Connectivity: Apple CarPlay, Android Auto, Bluetooth, and USB-C ports
Climate Control: Automatic climate control with air purification system
Sound System: 6-speaker premium audio system
Cargo Space: 345 liters, with expandable space of up to 1,310 liters by folding the rear seats.
Also, it has a better seating position which allows maximum visibility. This car can be driven smoothly even in congested cities. The flexible arrangement of seats along with generous headroom will ensure all the passengers are comfortable enough, even taller ones.
Performance and Powertrain
Powertrain Options
Base Variant : Uses a 70 kW motor, to accelerate from 0-100 km/h in 10.2 seconds
Mid Variant :Using a 100 kW motor and accelerating to 100 km/h from 0 in 7.8 seconds
Top Variant: 150 kW motor, from 0 to 100 km/h in 6.9 seconds
Battery and Range
Battery Capacity: 44.9 kWh or 60.4 kWh depending upon the variant
Range: between 300 km to 400 km (WLTP)
Charging: it supports charging both with AC and fast DC
Charging Time:
AC Charging: 7-9 hours (0-100%)
DC Fast Charging: 30 minutes (30-80%)
BYD Dolphin accelerates fast and agilely, especially in the city. Its battery system is efficient, making you achieve mileage using less energy while also being environment-friendly and cost-effective for daily driving.
Infotainment and Connectivity
Infotainment
Touchscreen: A 10.1-inch rotating display with intuitive UI
Smartphone Integration: Supports Apple CarPlay, Android Auto
Navigation: Car’s GPS navigation supports live traffic updates
Voice Recognition: Hands-free operation through intelligent voice assistant
Wireless Charging: Yes in higher trims