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BYD Dolphin Mini Plus vs BYD Dolphin Active

	BYD Dolphin Mini Plus BYD Dolphin Active
Price	$24,000.00 $28,000.00
Our Rating	3.3 4.8
Brand	BYD BYD
Category	BYD Hatchbacks BYD Hatchbacks

MODEL

Full Name	BYD Dolphin Mini Plus (EV 380) BYD Dolphin 44.9 kWh Active
Segment	Subcompact electric hatchback C-segment
Class A collection of items, goods, or services grouped together by common attributes	Entry-level city EV Compact electric hatchback
Warranty	Not confirmed for Mexico (a Brazil listing shows 6 years vehicle, 8 years battery) 6 yr vehicle; battery 8 yr / 125,000 mi (200,000 km)

PRICE & AVAILABILITY

Base Price	MXN $415,800 (Mexico, MY26) £26,195
Availability Status	On sale On sale
Markets Available	Mexico, Brazil, Argentina (as Dolphin Mini); Uruguay (as Seagull) UK and Europe (trim names differ in other markets)

POWER

Fuel Type A fuel type is the specific source of energy or chemical substance used to power a vehicle, machinery, or heating system	Electric (BEV) Battery electric
Engine An engine is a machine that converts energy (such as heat, fuel, or steam) into mechanical force, power, and motion	None None
Generator generator is a device, machine, or person that produces or creates something, most commonly a machine that converts mechanical energy into electrical energy.	None None
Battery Capacity	38.8 kWh LFP Blade 44.9 kWh LFP Blade
Range	405 km (CLTC), about 380 km NEDC 211 mi
DC Charging	Up to ~40 kW 65 kW
Charging Time	About 42 min for 10–80%, about 84 min for 0–100% ~28 min (30–80%)
AC Charging	6.6 kW onboard charger 7 kW
Energy Consumption	About 9.1 kWh/100 km (CLTC) ~4.7 mi/kWh
Regen Braking	Yes Yes (2 levels)

PERFORMANCE

Power Output	55 kW (75 hp) 70 kW (95 PS)
0–100 km/h The acceleration numbers are an easy way to compare car performance. We list either time from 0 to 100 km/h or time from 0 to 60mph, depending on which number(s) the manufacturers provide. The lower the acceleration time, the higher performance the car is.	About 13–15 s ~12 s
Motor Configuration	Single front motor, FWD Single front, FWD
Torque	135 Nm 180 Nm
Top Speed	130 km/h 93 mph

BODY & DIMENSIONS

Dimensions	3,780 × 1,715 × 1,580 mm, wheelbase 2,500 mm 4,290 × 1,770 × 1,570 mm
Platform	e-Platform 3.0 e-Platform 3.0
Suspensions	Not confirmed Front MacPherson, rear torsion beam
Boot Capacity	230 L 345 L (1,310 L seats down)
Kerb Weight	Not confirmed not listed
Ground Clearance	120 mm not listed
Bonnet Capacity	None None
Sunroof	No No
Wheels	Not confirmed 16"
Towing	Not rated Not rated for towing

SAFETY & DRIVER ASSISTANCE

Airbags	8 airbags 6
ADAS Features	Basic; MY26 adds 360° camera AEB, forward collision warning, lane keep assist, rear cross-traffic alert and brake
Autonomous Driving Level	None (driver aids only) Level 2
Crash Test Ratings	5 stars at Euro NCAP Euro NCAP 5-star (2023)
Over-the-Air Updates	Not confirmed Limited

COMFORT & SEATING

Seating Capacity	5 5
Seat Material	6-way power driver seat Vegan leather/fabric

DISPLAYS & CONNECTIVITY

Centre Screen	10.1-inch rotating touchscreen 12.8" rotating touchscreen
Mirror Link	Apple CarPlay & Android Auto Apple CarPlay / Android Auto
Driver's Display	Digital cluster ~5" digital
Head-Up Display	No No

TECHNOLOGY

Vehicle-to-Load	Yes Yes, 3.3 kW
Vehicle-to-Grid	No No

ADDITIONAL SPECS

Headlight Type	Not confirmed LED
Navigation System	No built-in unit None built-in; use phone mirroring
Remote Parking	No No

Note

Additional Notes

Wireless phone charging, more airbags, power driver seat Cheapest trim; slowest, but most efficient

Disclaimer Note

Specifications sourced from manufacturer data and may reflect WLTP, CLTC, or EPA test conditions. Import prices in your local are estimates based on grey-market landing costs and exclude duties, clearing fees, and local taxes. Figures are subject to change without notice. Always verify with your local importer before purchase. We can not guarantee that the information on this page is 100% correct