Dolphin
The 2025 BYD Dolphin delivers 217 miles of range from its 60.5 kWh battery pack. With 204 horsepower and a 0-60 mph time of 7 seconds and a top speed of 99 mph, it delivers performance that stands out in the electric hatchback segment. Fast charging from 10-80% takes approximately 36 minutes via CCS. Starting at $38,500, it competes in the growing electric hatchback market.
Range
217 mi
Battery
60.5 kWh
0-60 mph
7s 0-60
Starting Price
$38,500
Key facts
- Model: 2025 BYD Dolphin
- Body type: Hatchback
- Starting price: $38,500 USD
- EPA range: 217 mi (349 km)
- Battery capacity: 60.5 kWh
- 0โ60 mph: 7 s
- Top speed: 99 mph (159 km/h)
- Power: 204 hp
- Torque: 310 lb-ft
- Drivetrain: FWD
- Motors: 1
- Peak DC charging: 110 kW
- 10โ80% DC fast charge: 36 min
- Charge port: CCS
- Efficiency: 173 Wh/mi
- Seats: 5
- Cargo volume: 12.2 cu-ft
- Curb weight: 3830 lb
- Warranty: 8 yr / 155,343 mi
Overview
About the BYD Dolphin
The 2025 BYD Dolphin is an all-electric hatchback with FWD drivetrain. Starting at $38,500, its price places it in the mainstream mid-market. A 60.5 kWh battery delivers up to 217 miles (349 km) of EPA-estimated range.
Powertrain output is 204 hp, 0โ60 mph in 7 s, a 99 mph top speed. A typical 50-mile daily commute means charging roughly every 2 weeks if you charge to full. Seating is rated for 5, with 12.2 cu ft of cargo volume.
Charging in practice
On a 110 kW DC fast charger, expect roughly 36 minutes from 10% to 80%. A typical 11 kW home wallbox needs about 5.5 hours for a full charge from empty. The charge port is CCS.
Best for
- โBudget-conscious buyers under $40k
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Cost Comparison
How much can you save?
$291/yr
Annual fuel cost
$1,400/yr
Annual fuel cost
You save $5,547
Compared to a typical 30 MPG gasoline vehicle over 5 years.
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