Compare performance (204 HP vs 288 HP), boot space and price (29700 £ vs 20900 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – BYD Dolphin or Hyundai Tucson?
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 Tucson has a significantly advantage in terms of price – it starts at 20900 £ , while the BYD Dolphin costs 29700 £ . That’s a price difference of around 8794 £.
As for electric range, the BYD Dolphin performs significantly better – achieving up to 427 km, about 357 km more than the Hyundai Tucson.
Under the bonnet, it becomes clear which model is tuned for sportiness and which one takes the lead when you hit the accelerator.
When it comes to engine power, the Hyundai Tucson has a noticeable edge – offering 288 HP compared to 204 HP. That’s roughly 84 HP more horsepower.
In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the BYD Dolphin is minimal quicker – completing the sprint in 7 s, while the Hyundai Tucson takes 7.50 s. That’s about 0.50 s faster.
In terms of top speed, the Hyundai Tucson performs clearly perceptible better – reaching 204 km/h, while the BYD Dolphin tops out at 160 km/h. The difference is around 44 km/h.
There’s also a difference in torque: Hyundai Tucson pulls a bit stronger with 379 Nm compared to 310 Nm. That’s about 69 Nm difference.
Cabin size, boot volume and payload all play a role in everyday practicality. Here, comfort and flexibility make the difference.
Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.
In curb weight, Hyundai Tucson is slight lighter – 1542 kg compared to 1658 kg. The difference is around 116 kg.
In terms of boot space, the Hyundai Tucson offers significantly more room – 620 L compared to 345 L. That’s a difference of about 275 L.
In maximum load capacity, the Hyundai Tucson performs clearly perceptible better – up to 1799 L, which is about 489 L more than the BYD Dolphin.
When it comes to payload, Hyundai Tucson noticeable takes the win – 545 kg compared to 410 kg. That’s a difference of about 135 kg.
Overall, the Hyundai Tucson shows itself to be secures victory with a clear margin 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.
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.
detailsHyundai Tucson marries bold, sculpted looks with a clever, roomy cabin that feels smarter than its price tag suggests. It's composed on the road, easy to live with day-to-day, and a sensible choice for buyers who want SUV style without the showroom theatrics.
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Price
29700 - 31400 £
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Price
20900 - 47900 £
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Consumption L/100km
-
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Consumption L/100km
2.7 - 7.6 L
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Consumption kWh/100km
15.90 kWh
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Electric Range
427 km
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Electric Range
63 - 70 km
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Battery Capacity
-
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Battery Capacity
-
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co2
0 g/km
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co2
62 - 172 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
-
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Fuel tank capacity
52 - 54 L
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
Hatchback
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Body Type
SUV
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Seats
5
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Seats
5
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Doors
5
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Doors
5
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Curb weight
1658 kg
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Curb weight
1542 - 1893 kg
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Trunk capacity
345 L
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Trunk capacity
546 - 620 L
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Length
4290 mm
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Length
4525 - 4535 mm
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Width
1770 mm
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Width
1865 mm
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Height
1570 mm
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Height
1650 mm
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Max trunk capacity
1310 L
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Max trunk capacity
1795 - 1799 L
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Payload
410 kg
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Payload
518 - 545 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Electric
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Engine Type
Petrol, Full Hybrid, Plugin Hybrid, Diesel MHEV
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
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Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic, Automatic Gearbox
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
204 HP
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Power HP
136 - 288 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
7 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.5 - 11.6 s
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Max Speed
160 km/h
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Max Speed
196 - 204 km/h
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Torque
310 Nm
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Torque
250 - 379 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
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Number of Cylinders
4
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Power kW
150 kW
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Power kW
100 - 212 kW
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Engine capacity
-
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Engine capacity
1598 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2023
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Model Year
2025
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CO2 Efficiency Class
A
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CO2 Efficiency Class
F, D, E, B
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Brand
BYD
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Brand
Hyundai
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The BYD Dolphin is offered with Front-Wheel Drive.