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BYD Dolphin vs Hyundai Kona comparison
Compare performance (204 HP vs 218 HP), boot space and price (29,700 £ vs 23,100 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – BYD Dolphin or Hyundai Kona?
Dolphin
Costs and Efficiency:
Price and efficiency are often the first things buyers look at. Here it becomes clear which model has the long-term edge – whether at the pump, the plug, or in purchase price.
Hyundai Kona is visibly cheaper – starting at 23,100 £ , while the BYD Dolphin costs 29,700 £ . That’s a price difference of around 6,634 £.
In terms of energy consumption, the Hyundai Kona is barely more efficient: consuming 14.6 kWh/100km compared to 15.9 kWh/100km for the BYD Dolphin. That’s a difference of about 1.3 kWh/100km.
As for electric range, the Hyundai Kona offers moderately more range – reaching up to 514 km, about 87 km more than the BYD Dolphin.
Kona
Engine and Performance:
Power, torque and acceleration say a lot about how a car feels on the road. This is where you see which model delivers more driving dynamics.
When it comes to engine power, the Hyundai Kona offers only slightly more power – delivering 218 HP compared to 204 HP. That’s roughly 14 HP more horsepower.
When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the BYD Dolphin is slightly quicker – completing the sprint in 7 s, while the Hyundai Kona takes 7.8 s. That’s about 0.8 s quicker.
Looking at top speed, the Hyundai Kona is very slightly faster – reaching 172 km/h, while the BYD Dolphin tops out at 160 km/h. The difference is around 12 km/h.
There’s also a difference in torque: the BYD Dolphin delivers somewhat more torque with 310 Nm compared to 265 Nm. That’s about 45 Nm more.
Dolphin
Space and Everyday Use:
Cabin size, boot volume and payload all play a role in everyday practicality. Here, comfort and flexibility make the difference.
Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.
In terms of curb weight, Hyundai Kona is noticeably lighter – 1,370 kg compared to 1,658 kg. The difference is around 288 kg.
Looking at boot space, the Hyundai Kona offers markedly more boot space – 466 L compared to 345 L. That’s a difference of about 121 L.
For maximum load capacity, the BYD Dolphin offers very slightly more capacity – up to 1,310 L, about 10 L more than the Hyundai Kona.
When it comes to payload, the Hyundai Kona carries slightly more – 490 kg compared to 410 kg. That’s a difference of about 80 kg.
Who wins the race in the data check?
The Hyundai Kona is decisively ahead in the objective data comparison.
This result only shows which model scores more points on paper – not which of the two cars feels right for you.
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Hyundai Kona
BYD Dolphin
Hyundai Kona
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BYD Dolphin
The BYD Dolphin is a cheeky electric hatchback that blends playful styling with surprising practicality, making it a brilliant city companion for buyers who want modern tech without the showroom bravado. It’s comfy, efficient and easy to live with, and while it won’t blind you with supercar drama, it will quietly get the job done with plenty of character.
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Hyundai Kona
The Hyundai Kona wears its personality on the outside with bold styling and sprightly handling that turns city driving into something a little more fun than a commute. It blends practical space, modern tech and sensible running costs into a compact, stylish package — a smart pick if you want flair without paying luxury prices.
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BYD Dolphin
Hyundai Kona
Costs and Consumption |
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Price
29,700 - 31,400 £
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Price
23,100 - 41,600 £
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Consumption L/100km
-
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Consumption L/100km
4.6 - 7 L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
15.9 kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
14.6 - 16.8 kWh/100km
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Electric Range
427 km
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Electric Range
377 - 514 km
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Battery Capacity
-
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Battery Capacity
48.4 - 65.4 kWh
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co2
0 g/km
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co2
0 - 163 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
-
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Fuel tank capacity
-
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
Hatchback
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Body Type
SUV
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Seats
5
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Seats
5
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Doors
5
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Doors
5
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Curb weight
1,658 kg
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Curb weight
1,370 - 1,773 kg
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Trunk capacity
345 L
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Trunk capacity
466 L
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Length
4,290 mm
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Length
4,355 - 4,385 mm
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Width
1,770 mm
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Width
1,825 mm
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Height
1,570 mm
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Height
1,580 mm
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Max trunk capacity
1,310 L
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Max trunk capacity
1,300 L
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Payload
410 kg
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Payload
420 - 490 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Electric
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Engine Type
Electric, Petrol, Full Hybrid
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
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Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
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Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox, Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
204 HP
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Power HP
115 - 218 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
7 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.8 - 11.9 s
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Max Speed
160 km/h
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Max Speed
162 - 172 km/h
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Torque
310 Nm
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Torque
200 - 265 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
-
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Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
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Power kW
150 kW
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Power kW
85 - 160 kW
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Engine capacity
-
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Engine capacity
998 - 1,598 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2,023
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Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
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CO2 Efficiency Class
A
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CO2 Efficiency Class
A, D, C, E, F
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Brand
BYD
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Brand
Hyundai
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