What drivetrain options does the BYD Dolphin have?

The BYD Dolphin is offered with Front-Wheel Drive.

What is the maximum horsepower of the BYD Dolphin?

The BYD Dolphin reaches a peak output of 204 HP, depending on the model.

How much electricity does the BYD Dolphin use per 100 km?

In the WLTP cycle, the BYD Dolphin consumes around 15.90 kWh.

What is the BYD Dolphin’s maximum WLTP range?

Depending on equipment, the WLTP range reaches up to 427 km.

What maximum speed does the BYD Dolphin reach?

Depending on the model, top speed is 160 km/h.

How many liters of cargo space does the BYD Dolphin offer?

Depending on configuration, up to 345 L fit inside.

How big is the BYD Dolphin overall?

Overall, the BYD Dolphin is 4290 mm long, 1770 mm wide and 1570 mm high.

What drivetrain options does the Hyundai Inster have?

Available configurations include Front-Wheel Drive.

What is the maximum horsepower of the Hyundai Inster?

Up to 115 HP of power – depending on the configuration.

What is the Hyundai Inster’s energy consumption?

Average electricity consumption is 14.30 kWh.

How far can the Hyundai Inster go on a full charge?

Depending on equipment, the WLTP range reaches up to 370 km.

BYD Dolphin vs Hyundai Inster - Differences and prices compared

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.

Hyundai Inster has a significantly advantage in terms of price – it starts at 20500 £, while the BYD Dolphin costs 29700 £. That’s a price difference of around 9206 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the advantage goes to the Hyundai Inster: with 14.30 kWh per 100 km, it’s somewhat more efficient than the BYD Dolphin with 15.90 kWh. That’s a difference of about 1.60 kWh.

As for range, the BYD Dolphin performs to a small extent better – achieving up to 427 km, about 57 km more than the Hyundai Inster.

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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 BYD Dolphin has a decisively edge – offering 204 HP compared to 115 HP. That’s roughly 89 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the BYD Dolphin is significantly quicker – completing the sprint in 7 s, while the Hyundai Inster takes 10.60 s. That’s about 3.60 s faster.

There’s also a difference in torque: BYD Dolphin pulls decisively stronger with 310 Nm compared to 147 Nm. That’s about 163 Nm difference.

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Space and Everyday Use:

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

Seats: BYD Dolphin offers to a small extent more seating capacity – 5 vs 4.

In curb weight, Hyundai Inster is distinct lighter – 1380 kg compared to 1658 kg. The difference is around 278 kg.

In terms of boot space, the BYD Dolphin offers to a small extent more room – 345 L compared to 280 L. That’s a difference of about 65 L.

When it comes to payload, BYD Dolphin somewhat takes the win – 410 kg compared to 357 kg. That’s a difference of about 53 kg.

Who comes out on top?

Overall, the BYD Dolphin shows itself to be dominates this comparison and secures the title of DriveDuel Champion.
It convinces with the more balanced overall package and proves to be the more versatile choice for everyday use.

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Costs and Consumption
Price 29700 - 31400 £	Price 20500 - 25800 £
Consumption L/100km -	Consumption L/100km -
Consumption kWh/100km 15.90 kWh	Consumption kWh/100km 14.3 - 15.1 kWh
Electric Range 427 km	Electric Range 327 - 370 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 SUV
Seats 5	Seats 4
Doors 5	Doors -
Curb weight 1658 kg	Curb weight 1380 - 1433 kg
Trunk capacity 345 L	Trunk capacity 238 - 280 L
Length 4290 mm	Length -
Width 1770 mm	Width 1610 mm
Height 1570 mm	Height -
Max trunk capacity 1310 L	Max trunk capacity -
Payload 410 kg	Payload 317 - 357 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 Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP 204 HP	Power HP 97 - 115 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h 7 s	Acceleration 0-100km/h 10.6 - 11.7 s
Max Speed 160 km/h	Max Speed -
Torque 310 Nm	Torque 147 Nm
Number of Cylinders -	Number of Cylinders -
Power kW 150 kW	Power kW 71 - 85 kW
Engine capacity -	Engine capacity -