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BYD Dolphin Surf Active vs BYD Dolphin Surf Boost
MODEL
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Full Name
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BYD Dolphin Surf Active
BYD Dolphin Surf Boost |
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Segment
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A-segment city car
A-segment city car |
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Class
A collection of items, goods, or services grouped together by common attributes |
Electric hatchback
Electric hatchback |
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Warranty
|
Not confirmed
Not confirmed |
PRICE & AVAILABILITY
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Base Price
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UK £18,675 / Ireland €17,985
UK £21,950 / Ireland €22,230 |
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Availability Status
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On sale (since mid-2025)
On sale (since mid-2025) |
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Markets Available
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15 European countries incl. UK, Ireland, Germany, Italy, Spain, Poland. South Africa gets a different line-up
15 European countries incl. UK, Ireland, Germany, Italy, Spain, Poland. South Africa gets a different line-up |
POWER
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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)
Electric (BEV) |
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Engine
An engine is a machine that converts energy (such as heat, fuel, or steam) into mechanical force, power, and motion |
None
None |
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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 |
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Battery Capacity
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30 kWh LFP Blade
43.2 kWh LFP Blade |
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Range
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220 km (137 mi)
322 km (200 mi) |
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DC Charging
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65 kW
85 kW |
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Charging Time
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10–80% in ~30 min (DC)
10–80% in ~30 min (DC) |
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AC Charging
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11 kW, 0–100% in ~3.5 h
11 kW, ~5 h |
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Energy Consumption
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~15.5 kWh/100 km
Not stated |
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Regen Braking
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Yes
Yes |
PERFORMANCE
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Power Output
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65 kW (88 hp)
65 kW (88 hp) |
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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. |
~11.1 s
~12.1 s |
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Motor Configuration
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Single front motor, FWD
Single front motor, FWD |
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Torque
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175 Nm
175 Nm |
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Top Speed
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150 km/h
Not stated |
BODY & DIMENSIONS
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Dimensions
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3,990 × 1,720 × 1,590 mm
3,990 × 1,720 × 1,590 mm |
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Platform
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BYD e-Platform 3.0
BYD e-Platform 3.0 |
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Suspensions
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Not confirmed
Not confirmed |
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Boot Capacity
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308 L (1,037 L seats folded)
308 L (1,037 L seats folded) |
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Kerb Weight
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~1,294 kg
Not stated |
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Ground Clearance
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Not stated
~151–154 mm |
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Bonnet Capacity
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None
None |
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Sunroof
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Not listed
Not listed |
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Wheels
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15" steel
16" alloy |
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Towing
|
Not confirmed
Not confirmed |
SAFETY & DRIVER ASSISTANCE
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Airbags
|
6
6 |
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ADAS Features
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Adaptive cruise, auto emergency braking, lane-departure assist, auto high beam, driver monitoring, rear sensors + camera
Adaptive cruise, auto emergency braking, lane-departure assist, auto high beam, driver monitoring, rear sensors + camera |
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Autonomous Driving Level
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Driver-assist only (about Level 2
Driver-assist only (about Level 2 |
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Crash Test Ratings
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Euro NCAP 5 stars (2025)
Euro NCAP 5 stars (2025) |
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Over-the-Air Updates
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Not confirmed
Not confirmed |
COMFORT & SEATING
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Seating Capacity
|
4
4 |
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Seat Material
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Vegan leather
Vegan leather, electric driver’s seat |
DISPLAYS & CONNECTIVITY
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Centre Screen
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10.1" rotating touchscreen
10.1" rotating touchscreen |
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Mirror Link
|
Apple CarPlay / Android Auto
Apple CarPlay / Android Auto |
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Driver's Display
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Digital cluster
Digital cluster |
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Head-Up Display
|
Not listed
Not listed |
TECHNOLOGY
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Vehicle-to-Load
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Yes, up to 3.3 kW
Yes, up to 3.3 kW |
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Vehicle-to-Grid
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No
No |
ADDITIONAL SPECS
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Headlight Type
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Not LED
Not LED |
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Navigation System
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use phone apps
use phone apps |
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Remote Parking
|
Not listed
Not listed |
Note
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Additional Notes
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Smallest battery, cheapest
Adds bigger battery, alloys, rain-sensing wipers, folding mirrors |
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
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