BYD Dolphin Premium specs and price
Available 2023 - CurrentFBT exempt
The BYD Dolphin Premium is a front-drive small car priced from $36,990 RRP, with a 63.8kWh LFP battery and 427km of WLTP range (an estimated 409km in mixed real-world driving).
Price$36,990RRP before on-road costs
- 427 km
- Range (WLTP)
- 63.8 kWh
- Battery
- 89 kW
- DC Fast Charge
- 7 s
- 0–100 km/h
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Key Specs
- Price: The BYD Dolphin Premium costs $36,990 RRP before on-road costs in Australia.
- Range: 427km WLTP, or an estimated 409km in mixed real-world driving.
- Battery: 63.8kWh LFP (60.48kWh usable).
- Charging: Up to 89kW DC and 6.6kW AC.
- 0-100 km/h: 7 seconds.
- Ground clearance: 130mm.
- Weight: 1,658kg kerb weight.
- Boot space: 345L, or 1,310L with the seats folded.
- V2L / V2H / V2G: Supports V2L at 3.3kW; V2H no; V2G no.
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About the Dolphin
The BYD Dolphin is a compact hatchback designed for urban environments. The BYD Dolphin Premium offers enhanced performance and a longer range. It retains the compact and agile characteristics of the base model but includes premium interior materials, advanced connectivity features, and improved driving dynamics. This model is aimed at buyers looking for a more luxurious small electric car.
Battery and Charging
How EV charging works| Battery size (capacity)* | 63.8 kWh |
|---|---|
| Battery size (useable) | 60.48 kWh |
| Battery chemistry | LFP |
| Charge port type (AC / DC) | Type 2 / CCS |
| Charge port location | Right Side - Front |
| Charge power (max) – AC | 6.6 kW |
| Fast charge power (max) – DC | 89 kW |
| Fast charge power (avg) – DC | 76.6 kW |
Cost to fully charge at home: about $20 (60.48kWh at 33c/kWh, estimated)
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Bidirectional Charging (V2X)
| Vehicle-to-Grid (V2G) | No |
|---|---|
| Vehicle-to-Home (V2H) | No |
| Vehicle-to-Load (V2L) | Yes |
| Max Power Output (V2L) | 3.3 kW |
Range and Efficiency
| Test | Range | Consumption |
|---|---|---|
| WLTP (Combined) | 427 km | 142 Wh/km |
| Real-world (Combined)* | 409 km | 148 Wh/km |
| Real-world (City)* | 435 km | 139 Wh/km |
| Real-world (Highway)* | 363 km | 167 Wh/km |
Running cost: about $4.88 per 100km charging at home (estimated combined consumption at 33c/kWh)
*Estimated
A full charge costs about $20 on a standard tariff. Compare EV plans to cut it.
Performance
7 s
Acceleration (0-100 km/hr)
180 km/h
Top speed
150 kW
Power
310 Nm
Torque
Front
Drive type
BEV
Fuel
Body and Chassis
| Seats | 5 |
|---|---|
| Dimensions (LxWxH) | 4290mm x 1770mm x 1570mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,700 mm |
| Ground Clearance | 130 mm |
| Kerb Weight | 1,658 kg |
| Body Style | Hatchback |
| Turning Circle | 10.5 m |
|---|---|
| Boot Capacity (std/max) | 345 L / 1,310 L |
| EV Dedicated Platform | Yes |
| Platform | BYD e-platform 3.0 |
| Segment | Small Car |
Compare Dolphin variants
| Variant | Price | Range (WLTP) | Battery | 0–100 km/h | Drive |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Essential | $29,990 | 340 km | 46 kWh | 12.3 s | Front |
| PremiumThis page | $36,990 | 427 km | 63.8 kWh | 7 s | Front |
Warranty and Servicing
Car warranty
6 years / 150,000 km
Battery warranty
8 years / 160,000 km
Regular service intervals
12 months / 20,000 km
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Frequently Asked Questions
$36,990 RRP before on-road costs.
An estimated 409km in mixed real-world driving, against 427km on the WLTP test.
About $20 for a full charge at home at 33c/kWh (60.48kWh battery, estimated). Charging cost calculator
Yes. At $36,990 it is under the $91,387 LCT threshold for fuel-efficient cars, so it qualifies for the FBT exemption on a novated lease. See your weekly cost
The BYD Dolphin Essential is priced at $29,990, $7,000 less. It has 340km WLTP range vs 427km, a 46kWh battery vs 63.8kWh, 0-100 in 12.3s vs 7s. Compare all Dolphin variants
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