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BYD Dolphin vs GWM ORA 07 comparison

Compare performance (204 HP vs 408 HP), boot space and price (29,700 £ vs 36,000 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – BYD Dolphin or GWM ORA 07?

BYD Dolphin vs GWM ORA 07: Key differences

BYD Dolphin

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  • visibly cheaper
  • only slightly more efficient
  • markedly lighter
  • very slightly more trunk space
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GWM ORA 07

  • considerably more power
  • somewhat more electric range
  • considerably quicker 0–100 km/h
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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

Dolphin

Costs and Efficiency:

Price and efficiency are key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.

BYD Dolphin is visibly cheaper – starting at 29,700 £ , while the GWM ORA 07 costs 36,000 £ . That’s a price difference of around 6,300 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the BYD Dolphin is only slightly more efficient: consuming 15.9 kWh/100km compared to 16.5 kWh/100km for the GWM ORA 07. That’s a difference of about 0.6 kWh/100km.

As for electric range, the GWM ORA 07 offers somewhat more range – reaching up to 520 km, about 93 km more than the BYD Dolphin.

ORA 07

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 GWM ORA 07 offers considerably more power – delivering 408 HP compared to 204 HP. That’s roughly 204 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the GWM ORA 07 is considerably quicker – completing the sprint in 4.5 s, while the BYD Dolphin takes 7 s. That’s about 2.5 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the GWM ORA 07 delivers considerably more torque with 680 Nm compared to 310 Nm. That’s about 370 Nm more.

Dolphin

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 terms of curb weight, BYD Dolphin is markedly lighter – 1,658 kg compared to 2,065 kg. The difference is around 407 kg.

Looking at boot space, the BYD Dolphin offers very slightly more boot space – 345 L compared to 333 L. That’s a difference of about 12 L.

When it comes to payload, the BYD Dolphin carries somewhat more – 410 kg compared to 350 kg. That’s a difference of about 60 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The GWM ORA 07 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.

from £36,000
ORA 07

GWM ORA 07

  • Engine Type Electric
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type All-Wheel Drive, Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 204 - 408 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km 16.5 - 17.5 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range 440 - 520 km
BYD Dolphin
GWM ORA 07

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Dimensions and Body

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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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GWM ORA 07

The GWM ORA 07 arrives as a cheeky, fashion-forward electric crossover that blends retro-modern styling with practical everyday sense, so it’s as happy in city traffic as it is turning heads on the boulevard. Inside you get a comfy, tech-rich cabin and sensible packaging without a premium sticker, making it a smart pick for buyers who want personality and value in one neat package.

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BYD Dolphin
GWM ORA 07

Costs and Consumption

Price
29,700 - 31,400 £
Price
36,000 - 45,800 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
15.9 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
16.5 - 17.5 kWh/100km
Electric Range
427 km
Electric Range
440 - 520 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
0 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Hatchback
Body Type
Hatchback
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,658 kg
Curb weight
2,065 - 2,210 kg
Trunk capacity
345 L
Trunk capacity
333 L
Length
-
Length
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Width
1,770 mm
Width
1,862 mm
Height
-
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
410 kg
Payload
350 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, Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
204 HP
Power HP
204 - 408 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.5 - 8.2 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
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Torque
310 Nm
Torque
340 - 680 Nm
Number of Cylinders
-
Number of Cylinders
-
Power kW
150 kW
Power kW
150 - 300 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
-

General

Model Year
2023
Model Year
2024
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
BYD
Brand
GWM
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