BYD Dolphin Charge Spec and Overview

BYD Dolphin Charge Spec and Overview

The BYD Dolphin is the second fully electric passenger vehicle from BYD to enter the Australian market. Built on the same dedicated electric platform as the Atto 3 SUV, it is marketed as a small hatchback with seating for five. The Dolphin is available for purchase online and can be viewed at BYD experience centres.


Battery Capacity

BYD Dolphin:

  • Dynamic: 46 kWh (44.9 kWh usable)
  • Premium: 60.5 kWh (usable)

Energy Consumption (WLTP Test Cycle)

  • Dynamic: 15.2 kWh/100 km
  • Premium: 15.9 kWh/100 km

Driving Range

  • Dynamic (46 kWh):
    • NEDC: 410 km
    • WLTP: 340 km
  • Premium (60.5 kWh):
    • NEDC: 490 km
    • WLTP: 427 km

AC Charging Max Rates

  • Single-phase: 7 kW max
  • Three-phase: Not applicable (single-phase charging only)

DC Fast Charging

The BYD Dolphin supports DC fast charging using the CCS2 connector:

  • Max DC Charging Speed:
    • Dynamic: 60 kW
    • Premium: 80 kW
  • Charging from 0 to 80% in approximately 36–60 minutes

Approximate Charging Times

Charging Method Dynamic (46 kWh) Premium (60.5 kWh)
10A Powerpoint 23 hours 30 hours
15A (Caravan Outlet) 12.5 hours 16.7 hours
32A (1-phase Home EVSE) 6 hours 8 hours
DC Fast Charging (50kW) 45 minutes 60 minutes
DC Fast Charging (100+kW) 36 minutes 36 minutes

Performance

  • Max Power:
    • Dynamic: 70 kW
    • Premium: 150 kW
  • Acceleration (0-100 km/h):
    • Dynamic: 12.3 seconds
    • Premium: 7.0 seconds

Dimensions and Storage

  • Length: 4290 mm
  • Width (mirrors out): 2012 mm
  • Height: 1570 mm
  • Boot Volume:
    • 345 L (seats up)
    • 1310 L (seats down)

Towing Capacity

  • Not rated for towing

Disclaimer

The information provided above is intended as a general guide only. Specifications and charging times may vary based on several factors. Always confirm with the manufacturer for the most up-to-date information before making any purchase decisions.

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