Key Points
- Dolphin EV priced from $29,990 plus ORC
- Up to 427km driving range, two Blade Battery sizes
- Rivals MG 4, GWM Ora, Nissan Leaf
The 2025 BYD Dolphin electric hatch has launched with a new sub $30,000 price tag making it the most affordable EV available.
Priced from $29,990 to $36,990 before on-road costs, the Dolphin EV provides between 340km to 427km of claimed WLTP driving range depending on the variant.
The 2025 model line-up sees BYD launch a new "Essential" version of its Dolphin EV at a significantly reduced price of $29,990 plus on-road costs. It is now officially Australia's cheapest electric car. The BYD Dolphin range is now priced as follows:
| Trim | Price (plus ORC) |
| Essential | $29,990 |
| Premium | $36,990 |
The Dolphin electric hatch matches the price of traditional petrol-engined small cars, including the base-spec Toyota Corolla Ascent Sport ($29,270), Mazda 3 ($31,190), and Hyundai i30 Hatch ($29,000).
Additionally, the Dolphin boasts a richer standard feature set compared to the budget-friendly MG4 electric hatch ($34,990 drive-away) and undercuts the BYD Atto 3 SUV by $10,000.
Key features include advanced safety systems like Blind Spot Detection, Adaptive Cruise Control, and Predictive Collision Warning. The Premium trim adds luxuries like a panoramic glass roof, rain-sensing wipers, and a heat pump. Both trims support fast charging with CCS2 ports, with the Premium allowing 80 kW DC charging for quick top-ups.
The BYD Dolphin directly rivals the growing list of electric hatches, including the MG4 and GWM Ora, in addition to the BYD Atto 3 and MG ZS EV small electric SUVs. More expensive electric small car alternatives include the Nissan Leaf, Cupra Born, and Volvo EX30.
2025 BYD Dolphin Specs: Range, Charging and Size
The 2025 BYD Dolphin is available in two drivetrain variants, distinguished by their battery capacities and powertrains, both adopting BYD's innovative Blade Battery technology.
These thin lithium-iron-phosphate (LFP) cells are designed for enhanced safety, durability, and longevity.
The Essential variant offers a WLTP-certified range of 340 km, powered by a single front-mounted electric motor that produces 70 kW and 180 Nm, allowing for a 0-100 km/h acceleration time of 12.3 seconds. It supports a maximum DC charging rate of 60 kW, making it a practical choice for urban commutes.
Upgrading to the Premium variant boosts the range to 427 km, courtesy of a larger 60.48 kWh battery pack. This version features a more powerful motor delivering 150 kW and 310 Nm, enabling a much quicker 0-100 km/h time of 7 seconds. Additionally, it supports faster DC charging at 80 kW, providing greater convenience for longer journeys.
Both variants feature front-wheel drive and offer advanced electric vehicle technology while maintaining affordability and efficiency, making them ideal choices for both city driving and extended road trips.
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BYD Dolphin Price, Models and Features
The BYD Dolphin 2025 is offered in two variants in Australia – Essential and Premium, with advanced features and performance.
Dolphin Essential price: $29,990 before on-road costs
The Dolphin Essential loses the following key features comapred to the outgoing Dynamic trim:
- Power-folding exterior mirrors
- Panoramic glass roof
- Rain-sensing wipers
- Wireless phone charger
- Heated front seats
- Rear privacy glass
- BYD Digital Key
- BYD Bluetooth Key
Dolphin Essential Key Features
| Exterior | 16-inch alloy wheels |
| Full LED head- and tail lights | |
| Interior | Two-tone synthetic leather seats |
| Six-way electrically adjustable driver seat | |
| Four-way electrically adjustable front passenger seat | |
| Height adjustable rear seats | |
| Single-zone climate control with PM2.5 air filter | |
| LED interior lights | |
| Ambient lighting | |
| Technology | 12.8-inch rotating touchscreen with OTA software update capability |
| Wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto | |
| Built-in maps, BYD voice assistant, FM/DAB radio | |
| 5-inch driver instrument display | |
| Six speakers | |
| Keyless entry and start | |
| NFC card key | |
| Heat pump | |
| Exterior V2L adapter | |
| Safety assist | Front auto emergency braking (AEB) with car/pedestrian/cyclist/intersection detection |
| Front cross-traffic assist | |
| Rear collision warning with rear cross-traffic AEB | |
| Blind-spot monitoring | |
| Rear cross-traffic alert | |
| Lane keep assist | |
| Adaptive cruise control | |
| 360-degree camera system | |
| Front and rear parking sensors | |
| Door open warning | |
| Traffic sign recognition |
Dolphin Premium price: $36,990 before on-road costs.
DOLPHIN Premium adds:
| Battery | 60.5kWh usable Blade Battery |
| Exterior | 18-inch alloy wheels (215/55) |
| Interior | Two-tone synthetic leather interior |
| Front heated seats | |
| LED interior lights | |
| Panoramic sunroof | |
| Technology | 15.6-inch rotating infotainment system |
| BYD Digital Key | |
| BYD Bluetooth Key | |
| Wireless phone charger | |
| Rain-sensing wipers |
BYD Dolphin Warranty and Servicing
The BYD Dolphin is covered by a six-year/150,000km vehicle warranty and an eight-year/160,000km battery warranty.
The 2025 BYD Dolphin comes with peace of mind through its comprehensive warranty coverage and servicing options. It includes a six-year, 150,000km vehicle warranty and an eight-year, 160,000km battery warranty.
However, shorter specific warranties apply to individual parts, such as the touchscreen system, suspension, and air-conditioning filters (outlined in full on page 15 here).
2025 BYD Dolphin - Servicing and Warranty Details
- Vehicle Warranty: 6 years or 150,000km
- Roadside Assistance: 1 year
- Service Intervals: Every 12 months or 20,000km
- Capped-Price Servicing: 8 years
- Total Capped-Price Service Cost: $2390
BYD electric cars can be serviced at its centres run by Eagers Automotive or select Mycar Tyre and Auto mechanics locations (listed here).
2025 BYD Dolphin servicing costs:
| Standard plan servicing interval (time/distance) | Capped-price servicing cost |
| 12 months/20,000km | $189 |
| 24 months/40,000km | $370 |
| 36 months/60,000km | $189 |
| 48 months/80,000km | $447 |
| 60 months/100,000km | $189 |
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Danny Thai
Danny is a consultant and entrepreneur working at the cutting edge of the electric vehicle and energy transition. He is passionate about educating and helping consumers make better decisions through data. He is the founder of zecar and is currently the EV Innovation Manager at Endeavour Energy.
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