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BYD Dolphin vs Citroen Jumpy Transporter comparison

Compare performance (204 HP vs 180 HP), boot space and price (29,700 £ vs 32,100 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – BYD Dolphin or Citroen Jumpy Transporter?

BYD Dolphin vs Citroen Jumpy Transporter: Key differences

BYD Dolphin

4 (4 Reviews)
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  • marginally cheaper
  • slightly more power
  • substantially more efficient
  • markedly more electric range
  • significantly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • very slightly lighter
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All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.

By Achim Sedelmaier

Here’s where it gets real: The technical differences in detail

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Costs and Efficiency:

When it comes to price and running costs, the biggest differences usually appear. This is often where you see which car fits your budget better in the long run.

BYD Dolphin is marginally cheaper – starting at 29,700 £ , while the Citroen Jumpy Transporter costs 32,100 £ . That’s a price difference of around 2,439 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the BYD Dolphin is substantially more efficient: consuming 15.9 kWh/100km compared to 23.6 kWh/100km for the Citroen Jumpy Transporter. That’s a difference of about 7.7 kWh/100km.

As for electric range, the BYD Dolphin offers markedly more range – reaching up to 427 km, about 99 km more than the Citroen Jumpy Transporter.

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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 BYD Dolphin offers slightly more power – delivering 204 HP compared to 180 HP. That’s roughly 24 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the BYD Dolphin is significantly quicker – completing the sprint in 7 s, while the Citroen Jumpy Transporter takes 12.1 s. That’s about 5.1 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Citroen Jumpy Transporter delivers visibly more torque with 400 Nm compared to 310 Nm. That’s about 90 Nm more.

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Space and Everyday Use:

Beyond pure performance, interior space and usability matter most in daily life. This is where you see which car is more practical and versatile.

Seats: Citroen Jumpy Transporter offers more seats – 6 vs 5.

In terms of curb weight, BYD Dolphin is very slightly lighter – 1,658 kg compared to 1,722 kg. The difference is around 64 kg.

When it comes to payload, the Citroen Jumpy Transporter carries considerably more – 1,226 kg compared to 410 kg. That’s a difference of about 816 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The BYD Dolphin is far ahead overall 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.

from £29,700
Dolphin

BYD Dolphin

  • Engine Type Electric
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 204 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km 15.9 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range 427 km
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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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Reviews BYD Dolphin

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Mark Kennedy
12 Apr 2026, 17:25:08

Absolute gem of a car, wonderfully smooth and powerful, along with being loaded with tech. By far the best car I've had. Would highly recommend

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John Maskell
3 Jan 2026, 07:26:24

Loving the dolphin

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Costs and Consumption
Price
29,700 - 31,400 £
Price
32,100 - 52,000 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
6.2 - 6.5 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
15.9 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
23.6 - 24.7 kWh/100km
Electric Range
427 km
Electric Range
222 - 328 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
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co2
0 g/km
co2
0 - 199 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Hatchback
Body Type
Cargo Van
Seats
5
Seats
3 - 6
Doors
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Doors
-
Curb weight
1,658 kg
Curb weight
1,722 - 2,188 kg
Trunk capacity
345 L
Trunk capacity
-
Length
-
Length
-
Width
1,770 mm
Width
1,920 mm
Height
-
Height
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Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
410 kg
Payload
881 - 1,226 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Electric
Engine Type
Electric, Diesel
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox, Manual Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
204 HP
Power HP
120 - 180 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
12.1 - 13.3 s
Max Speed
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Max Speed
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Torque
310 Nm
Torque
260 - 400 Nm
Number of Cylinders
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Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
150 kW
Power kW
88 - 132 kW
Engine capacity
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Engine capacity
1,499 - 2,184 cm3

General
Model Year
2023
Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
A, F, G
Brand
BYD
Brand
Citroen
What drive types are available for the BYD Dolphin?

The BYD Dolphin is available as Front-Wheel Drive.

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