Overview
The 2026 BYD Dolphin is expected to continue the brand's focus on compact electric vehicles with an emphasis on efficiency, technology, and sustainability. It will likely feature improvements in battery technology, offering longer range and faster charging capabilities. The design may evolve with sleeker lines and more aerodynamic elements, while the interior could see advancements in infotainment, driver assistance systems, and eco-friendly materials.
Brand |
BYD |
Model |
DOLPHIN 2026 |
Status |
Coming soon |
Release Date |
2025 |
Type |
Electric Car |
Specifications |
|
Battery capacity (kWh) |
44.9 |
Nominal voltage (V) |
332.8 |
Electric range - combined (km) |
340 |
Electric range - city (km) |
497 |
Consumption - combined (kWh/100km) |
15.2 |
Consumption - city (kWh/100km) |
10.4 |
CO Emissions - combined (g/km) |
- |
Charging port |
- |
Max. AC charging power |
7kw |
AC charging time (7kW 1-phase) 0-100% |
7 h 18 min |
AC charging time (11kW 3-phase) 0-100% |
- |
Max. DC charging power |
65kw |
DC charging time SOC 10%-80% |
38min |
DC charging time SOC 30%-80% |
28min |
Electric motor type |
Permanent Magnet Synchronous Motor |
Drive type |
FWD |
Max. power (kW) |
70 |
Max. torque (N·m) |
180 |
Acceleration 0-100km/h (s) |
TBC |
Top speed (km/h) |
150 |
Front suspension |
MacPherson |
Rear suspension |
Torsion beam |
Brake |
Front Ventilated disc brakes Rear disc brakes |
Kerb weight (kg) |
1506 |
Gross vehicle weight (kg) |
1916 |
Max. front axle load (kg) |
1010 |
Max. rear axle load (kg) |
990 |
Max. roof load (kg) |
- |
Min. turning radius (m) |
5.25 |
Boot volume (L) |
- |
Boot volume - seats up/down (L) |
345 |
Length |
4290 |
Width |
1770 |
Width with extended exterior mirrors |
2012 |
Height |
1570 |
Wheelbase |
2700 |
Front track |
1530 |
Rear track |
1530 |
Features |
|
LED headlights, automatic on/off |
Yes |
LED daytime running lights |
Yes |
Follow me home (The headlights turned on in advance/delayed off function) |
Yes |
High Beam Assist (HMA) |
Yes |
Exterior mirror footlights |
Yes |
LED taillights |
Yes |
Rear fog lights |
Yes |
Panoramic roof |
- |
17" Tri-colour alloy wheels |
- |
17" Bi-colour alloy wheels |
- |
16" Bi-colour alloy wheels |
Yes |
Exterior mirrors, electrically adjustable, manually folding, heated |
Yes |
Exterior mirrors, electrically adjustable, electrically folding, heated |
- |
Rear windows and rear windscreen, privacy glass |
- |
Vegan leather, multi-function steering wheel |
Yes |
Upholstery, black and grey vegan leather |
Yes |
Driver seat, electrically adjustable, 6 ways |
Yes |
Driver seat, heated |
- |
Front passenger seat, electrically adjustable, 4 ways |
Yes |
Front passenger seat, heated |
- |
Split folding rear seats, 40:60 |
Yes |
Boot light |
Yes |
LED front reading lights |
Yes |
LED rear reading lights |
Yes |
4 x One-click lift window, anti-pinch |
- |
Driver side window, one-click lift and anti-pinch |
Yes |
Front seat sun visors with illuminated mirror |
Yes |
Boot parcel shelf |
Yes |
12V power output |
Yes |
Front centre armrest, 2 cupholders |
Yes |
5" TFT full LCD instrument panel |
Yes |
12.8" Electrically rotatable touchscreen |
Yes |
DAB+ & FM |
Yes |
Audio system, 6 speakers, sound optimized |
- |
Audio system, 6 speakers |
Yes |
Navigation |
Yes |
Intelligent voice control - "Hi, BYD" |
Yes |
Onboard 4G connectivity |
Yes |
Cloud service - BYD APP |
Yes |
Front USB ports, 1 x 18W Type C, 1 x 60W Type C |
- |
Rear USB ports, 2 x 18W Type C |
Yes |
Smartphone wireless charging |
- |
Android Auto & Apple CarPlay |
Yes |
Driver's airbag |
Yes |
Front passenger's airbag, deactivation switch |
Yes |
Front centre airbag |
Yes |
Front side airbags |
Yes |
Side curtain airbags |
Yes |
Pre-tensioned & force limiter front seat belts |
Yes |
ISOFIX and i-Size, front passenger and outer rear seats |
Yes |
Tyre Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) |
Yes |
Child Presence Detection (CPD) |
Yes |
Mechanical child safety lock |
Yes |
Emergency call |
Yes |
Rear parking radars |
Yes |
360° view camera |
Yes |
Indirect Driver Fatigue Management (DFM) |
Yes |
Intelligent Power Brake (IPB) |
Yes |
Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) & Intelligent Cruise Control (ICC) |
Yes |
Front Cross Traffic Alert (FCTA) & Front Cross Traffic Brake (FCTB) |
Yes |
Rear Cross Traffic Alert (RCTA) & Rear Cross Traffic Brake (RCTB) |
Yes |
Blind Spot Detection (BSD) |
Yes |
Emergency Lane Keeping Assist (ELKA) |
Yes |
Electric Parking Brake (EPB) |
Yes |
Automatic Emergency Braking (AEB) |
Yes |
Intelligent Speed Limit Control (ISLC) |
Yes |
Lane Departure Warning (LDW) |
Yes |
Lane Departure Prevention (LDP) |
Yes |
Traffic Sign Recognition (TSR) |
Yes |
Predictive Collision Warning (PCW) |
Yes |
Door Opening Warning (DOW) |
Yes |
Auto Hold |
Yes |
Traction Control System (TCS) |
Yes |
Electronic Brake Distribution (EBD) |
Yes |
Comfort Stop (CST) |
Yes |
Vehicle-to-Load (V2L) function |
Yes |
Driving modes: Eco, Normal, Sport, Snow |
Yes |
2 x Smart key & 1 x NFC key |
Yes |
Keyless entry & keyless start |
Yes |
Heat pump |
Yes |
7kW On-Board Charger (OBC) |
Yes |
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