Engineering:BYD Dolphin

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Short description: Chinese electric hatchback (from 2021)
BYD Dolphin
BYD Dolphin (Chinese spec)
Overview
ManufacturerBYD Auto
ProductionAugust 2021 – present
AssemblyChina: Shenzhen, Guangdong; Changsha, Hunan[1]
DesignerUnder the lead of Wolfgang Egger
Body and chassis
Class
Body style5-door hatchback
LayoutFront-motor, front-wheel-drive
Platforme-Platform 3.0
Related
Powertrain
Electric motorPermanent magnet synchronous
Power output
  • 70 kW (95 PS; 94 hp)
  • 130 kW (177 PS; 174 hp)
  • 150 kW (204 PS; 201 hp) (outside China)[2]
Battery
Electric range
  • 301 km (187 mi) (NEDC, 30.72 kWh)
  • 401–405 km (249–252 mi) (NEDC, 44.928 kWh)[3]
  • 427 km (265 mi) (WLTP, European 60.48 kWh)[4]
Plug-in charging
  • AC:
  • 7.4 kW (China)[5]
  • 11 kW (global)
  • DC:
  • 40 kW (30.7 kWh, China)[5]
  • 60 kW (44.9 kWh, China)[5]
  • 88 kW (global)[6]
  • V2L
Dimensions
Wheelbase2,700 mm (106.3 in)
Length
  • 4,070–4,150 mm (160.2–163.4 in) (China)
  • 4,290 mm (168.9 in) (global)
Width1,770 mm (69.7 in)
Height1,570 mm (61.8 in)
|uk|Kerb|Curb}} weight1,285–1,658 kg (2,832.9–3,655.3 lb)[7]

The BYD Dolphin (Chinese: 比亚迪海豚; pinyin: Bǐyǎdí Hǎitún) is a battery electric hatchback produced by the Chinese manufacturer BYD Auto since 2021. A subcompact (B-segment or A0-class) hatchback in its home country, the Dolphin is positioned above the Seagull in the Chinese market and part of BYD's 'Ocean Series'.[8]

The Dolphin has been exported to overseas markets such as Europe, Australia and Southeast Asia since 2023 with lengthened dimensions to satisfy more stringent crash safety standards, and placing it in the compact or C-segment space.[9]

Overview

During Auto Shanghai in April 2021, BYD presented a pre-production prototype of the Dolphin called BYD EA1 Concept, while also announcing a modernized design language and company logo.[10] The company also introduced presented a new generation of electric car platform called the e-Platform 3.0, which offer more efficient performance and range.[10]

The production model was presented three months later as the BYD Dolphin, and became available in August 2021.[11] The Dolphin adopts BYD's Marine Aesthetics design language that is also used in other Ocean Series models, a one-box side silhouette devised by head of BYD design team Wolfgang Egger.[10] The Dolphin was the first production model to feature the new BYD logo.[12]

The interior of the Dolphin features a rotatable 12.8-inch infotainment screen, and a full 5-inch LCD instrument panel. It comes standard with the LFP blade battery in varying capacities.[13]

The modified version destined for the global market was introduced in 2023. For most export markets, the Dolphin was lengthened by approximately 20 cm (7.9 in) in order to accommodate a new front-end crash structure, which was designed to achieve a five-star Australian ANCAP safety rating. The global model received different front and rear bumpers, front hood and wing fenders that extended its overhang, which increased its length to 4,290 mm (168.9 in) and placing it as a C-segment car.[14]

On 22 September 2023, the 500,000th Dolphin rolled off the assembly line after 25 months in production.[15]

  • Front view (global)

  • Rear view (global)

  • Rear view (China)

  • Interior

  • BYD EA1 Concept

Powertrain

China / Latin America

The specifications below corresponds to the 4.1-metre (161.4 in)-long Dolphin marketed in China and some export markets such as Latin America.[16]

Battery Layout Electric motor Power Torque 0–100 km/h (0–62 mph) (claimed) Range (claimed) Calendar years Note
CLTC NEDC WLTP
30.72 kWh LFP blade battery FWD Permanent magnet synchronous motor 70 kW (94 hp) 180 N⋅m (18.4 kg⋅m; 133 lb⋅ft) 10.5 seconds 301 km (187 mi) 2021–2022
44.9 kWh LFP blade battery 70 kW (94 hp) 180 N⋅m (18.4 kg⋅m; 133 lb⋅ft) 10.9 seconds 420 km (261 mi) 405 km (252 mi) 2021–present Exported to Latin America
44.9 kWh LFP blade battery 130 kW (174 hp) 290 N⋅m (29.6 kg⋅m; 214 lb⋅ft) 7.5 seconds 401 km (249 mi) 2021–present
References: [16][17][18][19][20]

Global

The global, 4,290 mm (168.9 in)-long Dolphin became available in 2023 in Europe, and right-hand drive markets such as Australia, Thailand and Malaysia. The global version is also sold in Latin America as the Dolphin Plus.[21]

Type Battery Layout Electric motor Power Torque 0–100 km/h (0–62 mph) (claimed) Range (claimed) Calendar years
NEDC WLTP
Standard Range 44.9 kWh LFP blade battery FWD Permanent magnet synchronous motor 70 kW (94 hp) 180 N⋅m (18.4 kg⋅m; 133 lb⋅ft) 12.3 seconds 410 km (255 mi) 340 km (211 mi) 2023–present
44.9 kWh LFP blade battery 130 kW (174 hp) Unannounced Unannounced 309 km (192 mi) 2023–present
Extended Range 60.48 kWh LFP blade battery 150 kW (201 hp) 310 N⋅m (31.6 kg⋅m; 229 lb⋅ft) 7.0 seconds 490 km (304 mi) 427 km (265 mi) 2023–present
References: [22][23]

Markets

China

In China , the Dolphin is available in two versions and three trim levels. The Free and Fashion trim levels is equipped with a 70 kW (95 PS; 94 hp) motor, while the Knight Edition has a more powerful 130 kW (177 PS; 174 hp) motor. Previously, the Dolphin was available in a basic trim with a 30.72 kWh blade battery, with a range of 301 km (187 mi).[17] Since 2023, all versions uses the same 44.9 kWh blade battery. With the body kit equipped to the Knight Edition, the variant is 30 mm (1.2 in) longer.

In September 2023, the Dolphin 500,000 Commemorative Edition was released to celebrate the production of the 500,000th Dolphin. It was available in two sub-variants, Pro and Plus.[15]

Europe

The European version of the Dolphin was introduced in April 2023. As with the global specification, the European market Dolphin occupies the C-segment as it received different front and rear bumpers that extended its length to of 4,290 mm (168.9 in). In addition, the powertrain of the European-spec Dolphin is upgraded. The car is powered by a 150 kW (204 PS; 201 hp) front-wheel drive motor, paired with a 60.48 kWh battery which is shared with the Atto 3.[9]

Australia

In February 2022, BYD's Australia n distributor, EVDirect, announced plans to sell the Dolphin in Australia.[24] The car was released in an announcement event at Sea World in Gold Coast, Queensland on June 22, 2023, and would include two variants — a 70 kW (94 hp) "Dynamic" model and a 150 kW (200 hp) "Premium model", as well as a future limited edition "Sport" model with sub-7 seconds 0-100 kph performance and custom wheels and body kit.

New Zealand

BYD Dolphin is available in New Zealand in two range variants. The Standard Range has a 44.9 kWh blade battery with a WLTP range of 340 km (210 mi) and the Extended Range carries a 60.48 kWh blade battery, increasing the WLTP range to 427 km (265 mi).[25]

Thailand

In March 2023, the global right hand drive version of Dolphin was shown to the public for the first time as the Standard Range (70 kW (95 PS; 94 hp) with 44.9 kWh blade battery) at the Bangkok International Motor Show 2023.[26][27] Rever Automotive, BYD's Thailand distributor, introduced Standard Range 95 PS and Extended Range (150 kW (204 PS; 201 hp) with 60.48 kWh blade battery) to the press at the end of June 2023.[28]

Malaysia

In May 2023, the Dolphin was the second car launched in Malaysia after the Atto 3. The car is sold in two variants — the Dynamic Standard Range (70 kW (95 PS; 94 hp) and the Premium Extended Range (150 kW (204 PS; 201 hp)). Deliveries started in August 2023.[29]

Japan

In September 2023, the Dolphin launched in Japan. The car is sold in two variants — the Dolphin (44.9 kWh 70 kW (95 PS; 94 hp)) and the Dolphin Long Range (58.56 kWh 150 kW (204 PS; 201 hp)).[30][31]

Brazil

The Dolphin was released in Brazil In July 2023. Currently it is available in three models, which are Dolphin, Dolphin Diamond and the global market Dolphin Plus.[32][33]

Sales

Year China Thailand Australia Brazil
2021 29,598[34]
2022 204,674[35]
2023 299,708[36] 9,410[37] 925[38] 6,812[39]

Awards

BYD Dolphin won the title of 'Best Small Electric Car' at the Carbuyer Best Car Awards 2024.[40]

References

  1. ↑ "All about BYD". https://www.marklines.com/en/oem/byd. 
  2. ↑ "BYD Dolphin is now available to pre-order". 13 August 2021. https://pushevs.com/2021/08/13/byd-dolphin-is-now-available-to-pre-order/. 
  3. ↑ "BYD Dolphin: range and battery capacity exposed". 16 July 2021. https://pushevs.com/2021/07/16/byd-dolphin-range-and-battery-capacity-exposed/. 
  4. ↑ "BYD bestätigt Europa-Start von Dolphin und Seal". https://www.electrive.net/2023/04/13/byd-bestaetigt-europa-start-von-dolphin-und-seal/. 
  5. ↑ 5.0 5.1 5.2 Hughes, David (2021-08-30). "BYD launches pre-sales of the Dolphin in China - electrive.com" (in en-US). https://www.electrive.com/2021/08/17/byd-launches-pre-sales-of-the-dolphin-in-china/. 
  6. ↑ "First drive: BYD Dolphin". https://www.businesscar.co.uk/tests/2023/first-drive-byd-dolphin?acceptpolicy=1. 
  7. ↑ "NEDC endurance 301km/405km BYD Dolphin endurance range exposed". https://www.evlook.com/news-40008.html. 
  8. ↑ Pandaily (2023-06-05). "BYD Ocean Series Car Model Sold 102,572 Units in May" (in en-US). https://pandaily.com/byd-ocean-series-car-model-sold-102572-units-in-may/. 
  9. ↑ 9.0 9.1 Breevoort, Leo (2023-04-17). "BYD's inflatable Dolphin: Why Euro version is larger than the Chinese?" (in en-US). https://carnewschina.com/2023/04/17/byds-inflatable-dolphin-why-euro-version-is-larger-than-the-chinese/. 
  10. ↑ 10.0 10.1 10.2 "BYD Introduces 800V E-Platform 3.0 And New EVs: EA1, X DREAM" (in en). https://insideevs.com/news/502427/byd-eplatform3-ea1-x-dream/. Retrieved 2021-07-02. 
  11. ↑ "【图】预售价9.68万元起 比亚迪海豚开启预售_汽车之家". 2021-08-13. https://www.autohome.com.cn/news/202108/1188020.html. 
  12. ↑ "BYD Dolphin platform first model released, equipped with new car logo + blade battery" (in en). https://min.news/en/auto/d56a9da825895afa33e2be9dd75e59b5.html. Retrieved 2021-07-02. 
  13. ↑ McDee, Max (2022-12-29). "The new 2023 BYD Dolphin starts at $16,700" (in en-US). https://www.arenaev.com/the_new_2023_byd_dolphin_starts_at_16700-news-1223.php. 
  14. ↑ "Australia's BYD Dolphin electric car to be larger than Chinese model" (in en-AU). 2023-05-09. https://www.drive.com.au/news/byd-dolphin-to-be-larger-in-australia/. 
  15. ↑ 15.0 15.1 "25个月50万辆下线，海豚速度改写A0级轿车市场新格局". 2023-09-22. https://www.sohu.com/a/www.sohu.com/a/722,714,392_253065. 
  16. ↑ 16.0 16.1 Cesar, Julio (2023-10-22). "Avaliação BYD Dolphin: o novo queridinho entre os carros elétricos no Brasil" (in pt). https://insideevs.uol.com.br/reviews/689246/avaliacao-byd-dolphin-eletrico/. 
  17. ↑ 17.0 17.1 "【比亚迪海豚 2021款活力版参数配置】比亚迪海豚 2021款活力版详细参数介绍_懂车帝" (in zh-cn). https://www.dongchedi.com/auto/params-carIds-55734. 
  18. ↑ "Dolphin". https://www.byd.com/content/dam/byd-site/america-public/flyer/dolpin-platform-b-es-20230522.pdf. 
  19. ↑ "Dolphin". https://www.bydcars.com.br/_files/ugd/0618bc_c827b050ac7643aba91786314287e98b.pdf. 
  20. ↑ "比亚迪海豚" (in zh-cn). https://www.dongchedi.com/auto/params-carIds-x-5008. 
  21. ↑ Cesar, Julio (2023-12-18). "Avaliação BYD Dolphin Plus: Quanto mais, melhor, sem perder a essência" (in pt). https://insideevs.uol.com.br/reviews/700500/avaliacao-byd-dolphin-plus-eletrico/. 
  22. ↑ "BYD Dolphin 2023". https://bydautomotive.com.au/brochures/BYD-DOLPHIN-2023.pdf. 
  23. ↑ "BYD Dolphin Specification". https://www.byd.com/content/dam/byd-site/uk/product/BYD%20DOLPHIN%20UK-V3.pdf. 
  24. ↑ "China's BYD electric brand arrives from $44,381, online" (in en). 19 February 2022. https://www.carexpert.com.au/car-news/chinas-byd-electric-brand-arrives-from-44381-online. 
  25. ↑ "Dolphin - Ebbett BYD" (in en). https://ebbettbyd.nz/dolphin. 
  26. ↑ Kuhudzai, Remeredzai (2023-03-22). "BYD Launches Dolphin In Thailand At Price Parity With Popular ICE Vehicles!" (in en-US). https://cleantechnica.com/2023/03/22/byd-launches-dolphin-in-thailand-at-price-parity-with-popular-ice-vehicles/. 
  27. ↑ "BYD เปิดตัว DOLPHIN EV ราคา 799,999 บาท ในงาน Motor Show 2023" (in th-TH). 2023-03-22. https://www.thansettakij.com/motor/ev/559649. 
  28. ↑ "BYD Dolphin เพิ่มรุ่นย่อย Extended Range เคาะราคาเปิดตัว 6 ก.ค. นี้" (in th). 2023-06-28. https://www.pptvhd36.com/automotive/news/199785. 
  29. ↑ Samuel (2023-07-27). "2023 BYD Dolphin launched in Malaysia, from RM101k - up to 427km range, 2 variants" (in en-US). https://autobuzz.my/2023/07/27/2023-byd-dolphin-launched-in-malaysia-from-rm101k-427km-range-2-variants/. 
  30. ↑ "China's BYD sets Dolphin EV price in Japan at 3.63 mln yen -website". https://www.reuters.com/business/autos-transportation/chinas-byd-sets-dolphin-ev-price-japan-363-mln-yen-website-2023-09-20/. 
  31. ↑ "BYD takes aim at Japan's EV market with new Dolphin hatchback". 20 September 2023. https://www.japantimes.co.jp/business/2023/09/20/companies/byd-china-electric-vehicle-japan/. 
  32. ↑ "BYD DOLPHIN PLUS and DOLPHIN DIAMOND Make Their Debut in Brazil". https://www.byd.com/us/news-list/BYD-DOLPHIN-PLUS-and-DOLPHIN-DIAMOND-Make-Their-Debut-in-Brazil.html. 
  33. ↑ "BYD Dolphin Plus & Diamond EV hatchbacks launched in Brazil". 8 October 2023. https://carnewschina.com/2023/10/08/byd-dolphin-plus-diamond-ev-hatchbacks-launched-in-brazil/. 
  34. ↑ Demandt, Bart (2021-09-19). "BYD Dolphin EV China auto sales figures" (in en-US). https://carsalesbase.com/china-byd-dolphin/. 
  35. ↑ "China: Nearly 6 Million Plug-In Cars Were Sold In 2022" (in en). https://insideevs.com/news/651363/china-plugin-car-sales-december2022/. 
  36. ↑ "【易车销量榜】全国2023年比亚迪零售量销量榜-易车榜-易车". https://car.yiche.com/newcar/salesrank/?flag=2023&brandId=15. 
  37. ↑ A, Moo Teerapat (2024-01-08). "ยอดจดทะเบียนรถไฟฟ้า100% ในไทย ปี 2023 รวม 76,314 คัน (+684.4%) จากปีที่แล้ว | BYD Atto 3 อันดับ 1" (in en-US). https://autolifethailand.tv/total-ev-bev-register-2023-thailand/. 
  38. ↑ Waterworth, David (2024-01-15). "Australian EV Sales Steady in December — 2024 Looks Bright" (in en-US). https://cleantechnica.com/2024/01/15/australian-ev-sales-steady-in-december-2024-looks-bright/. 
  39. ↑ "BYD Dolphin foi o carro elétrico mais vendido do Brasil em 2023; veja ranking" (in pt). https://insideevs.uol.com.br/news/703244/byd-dolphin-eletrico-maisvendido-2023/. 
  40. ↑ "Carbuyer Best Car Awards 2024 - the winners". https://www.carbuyer.co.uk/best-car-awards-2024. 



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