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BYD Dolphin vs Genesis G80 comparison

Compare performance (204 HP vs 370 HP), boot space and price (29,700 £ vs 64,300 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – BYD Dolphin or Genesis G80?

BYD Dolphin vs Genesis G80: Key differences

BYD Dolphin

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  • considerably cheaper
  • moderately more efficient
  • considerably lighter
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Genesis G80

  • considerably more power
  • clearly more electric range
  • markedly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • very slightly more trunk space
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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:

Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.

BYD Dolphin is considerably cheaper – starting at 29,700 £ , while the Genesis G80 costs 64,300 £ . That’s a price difference of around 34,594 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the BYD Dolphin is moderately more efficient: consuming 15.9 kWh/100km compared to 18.1 kWh/100km for the Genesis G80. That’s a difference of about 2.2 kWh/100km.

As for electric range, the Genesis G80 offers clearly more range – reaching up to 570 km, about 143 km more than the BYD Dolphin.

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Engine and Performance:

Power, torque and acceleration are the classic benchmarks for car enthusiasts – and here, some clear differences start to show.

When it comes to engine power, the Genesis G80 offers considerably more power – delivering 370 HP compared to 204 HP. That’s roughly 166 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Genesis G80 is markedly quicker – completing the sprint in 5.1 s, while the BYD Dolphin takes 7 s. That’s about 1.9 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Genesis G80 delivers significantly more torque with 700 Nm compared to 310 Nm. That’s about 390 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.

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In terms of curb weight, BYD Dolphin is considerably lighter – 1,658 kg compared to 2,410 kg. The difference is around 752 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Genesis G80 offers very slightly more boot space – 354 L compared to 345 L. That’s a difference of about 9 L.

When it comes to payload, the Genesis G80 carries somewhat more – 490 kg compared to 410 kg. That’s a difference of about 80 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Genesis G80 leads convincingly 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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Genesis G80

  • Engine Type Electric
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 370 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km 18.1 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range 570 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
64,300 - 67,800 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
15.9 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
18.1 kWh/100km
Electric Range
427 km
Electric Range
570 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
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co2
0 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Hatchback
Body Type
Sedan
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
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Doors
-
Curb weight
1,658 kg
Curb weight
2,410 kg
Trunk capacity
345 L
Trunk capacity
354 L
Length
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Length
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Width
1,770 mm
Width
1,925 mm
Height
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Height
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Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
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Payload
410 kg
Payload
490 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Electric
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
204 HP
Power HP
370 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.1 s
Max Speed
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Max Speed
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Torque
310 Nm
Torque
700 Nm
Number of Cylinders
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Number of Cylinders
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Power kW
150 kW
Power kW
272 kW
Engine capacity
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Engine capacity
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General
Model Year
2023
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
BYD
Brand
Genesis
What drive types are available for the BYD Dolphin?

The BYD Dolphin is available as Front-Wheel Drive.

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