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BYD Dolphin vs Dacia Sandero - Differences and prices compared

Compare performance (204 HP vs 110 HP), boot space and price (29700 £ vs 10700 £) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – BYD Dolphin or Dacia Sandero?

BYD Dolphin

Dacia Sandero

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.

Dacia Sandero has a significantly advantage in terms of price – it starts at 10700 £, while the BYD Dolphin costs 29700 £. That’s a price difference of around 18986 £.

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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 has a clearly edge – offering 204 HP compared to 110 HP. That’s roughly 94 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the BYD Dolphin is clearly quicker – completing the sprint in 7 s, while the Dacia Sandero takes 10 s. That’s about 3 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the Dacia Sandero performs to a small extent better – reaching 183 km/h, while the BYD Dolphin tops out at 160 km/h. The difference is around 23 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: BYD Dolphin pulls clearly perceptible stronger with 310 Nm compared to 200 Nm. That’s about 110 Nm difference.

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Space and Everyday Use:

Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In curb weight, Dacia Sandero is convincingly lighter – 1089 kg compared to 1658 kg. The difference is around 569 kg.

In terms of boot space, the BYD Dolphin offers slight more room – 345 L compared to 328 L. That’s a difference of about 17 L.

In maximum load capacity, the BYD Dolphin performs a bit better – up to 1310 L, which is about 202 L more than the Dacia Sandero.

When it comes to payload, Dacia Sandero slight takes the win – 436 kg compared to 410 kg. That’s a difference of about 26 kg.

Who wins the race?

The BYD Dolphin proves to be secures victory with a clear margin and therefore becomes our DriveDuel Champion!
BYD Dolphin is the better all-rounder in this comparison.

from about £29,700
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BYD Dolphin

  • Engine Type : Electric
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 204 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 15.90 kWh
  • Electric Range : 427 km
BYD Dolphin
Dacia Sandero

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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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Dacia Sandero

The Dacia Sandero is the everyman's hatchback — unpretentious, practical and brilliantly affordable, with sensible space and straightforward charm where it matters most. It won't wow in the premium lane, but for buyers who want honest, dependable transport without showroom theatrics, the Sandero is a clever, no‑nonsense pick that keeps running costs low and grin levels high.

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BYD Dolphin
Dacia Sandero
Dolphin
Sandero

Costs and Consumption

Price
29700 - 31400 £
Price
10700 - 16700 £
Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption L/100km
5.3 - 7.1 L
Consumption kWh/100km
15.90 kWh
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
427 km
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
0 g/km
co2
105 - 140 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
32 - 50 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Hatchback
Body Type
Hatchback
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
1658 kg
Curb weight
1089 - 1209 kg
Trunk capacity
345 L
Trunk capacity
328 L
Length
4290 mm
Length
4088 - 4099 mm
Width
1770 mm
Width
1848 mm
Height
1570 mm
Height
1499 - 1535 mm
Max trunk capacity
1310 L
Max trunk capacity
1108 L
Payload
410 kg
Payload
404 - 436 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Electric
Engine Type
Petrol, LPG
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, CVT
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
204 HP
Power HP
67 - 110 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
10 - 16.7 s
Max Speed
160 km/h
Max Speed
158 - 183 km/h
Torque
310 Nm
Torque
95 - 200 Nm
Number of Cylinders
-
Number of Cylinders
3
Power kW
150 kW
Power kW
49 - 81 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
999 cm3

General

Model Year
2023
Model Year
2024 - 2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, C, E
Brand
BYD
Brand
Dacia
What drivetrain options does the BYD Dolphin have?

The BYD Dolphin is offered with Front-Wheel Drive.

The prices and data displayed are estimates based on German list prices and may vary by country. This information is not legally binding.