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BYD Dolphin vs Leapmotor C10 comparison

Compare performance (204 HP vs 598 HP), boot space and price (29,700 £ vs 32,200 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – BYD Dolphin or Leapmotor C10?

BYD Dolphin vs Leapmotor C10: Key differences

BYD Dolphin

4 (4 Reviews)
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  • very slightly cheaper
  • only slightly more efficient
  • slightly lighter
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Leapmotor C10

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

Dolphin

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.

BYD Dolphin is very slightly cheaper – starting at 29,700 £ , while the Leapmotor C10 costs 32,200 £ . That’s a price difference of around 2,537 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the BYD Dolphin is only slightly more efficient: consuming 15.9 kWh/100km compared to 16.2 kWh/100km for the Leapmotor C10. That’s a difference of about 0.3 kWh/100km.

As for electric range, the Leapmotor C10 offers somewhat more range – reaching up to 510 km, about 83 km more than the BYD Dolphin.

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Engine and Performance:

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 Leapmotor C10 offers substantially more power – delivering 598 HP compared to 204 HP. That’s roughly 394 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Leapmotor C10 is substantially quicker – completing the sprint in 4 s, while the BYD Dolphin takes 7 s. That’s about 3 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Leapmotor C10 delivers considerably more torque with 720 Nm compared to 310 Nm. That’s about 410 Nm more.

Dolphin

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 slightly lighter – 1,658 kg compared to 1,950 kg. The difference is around 292 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Leapmotor C10 offers visibly more boot space – 435 L compared to 345 L. That’s a difference of about 90 L.

When it comes to payload, the Leapmotor C10 carries somewhat more – 480 kg compared to 410 kg. That’s a difference of about 70 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Leapmotor C10 holds a decisive overall lead 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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C10

Leapmotor C10

  • Engine Type Electric, Plugin Hybrid
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 215 - 598 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km 16.2 - 20.9 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range 145 - 510 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
32,200 - 42,800 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
15.9 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
16.2 - 20.9 kWh/100km
Electric Range
427 km
Electric Range
145 - 510 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
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co2
0 g/km
co2
0 - 38 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
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Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Hatchback
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
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Doors
-
Curb weight
1,658 kg
Curb weight
1,950 - 2,264 kg
Trunk capacity
345 L
Trunk capacity
400 - 435 L
Length
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Length
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Width
1,770 mm
Width
1,900 mm
Height
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Height
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Max trunk capacity
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Max trunk capacity
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Payload
410 kg
Payload
400 - 480 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Electric
Engine Type
Electric, Plugin Hybrid
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
204 HP
Power HP
215 - 598 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4 - 8.5 s
Max Speed
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Max Speed
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Torque
310 Nm
Torque
320 - 720 Nm
Number of Cylinders
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Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
150 kW
Power kW
158 - 440 kW
Engine capacity
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Engine capacity
1,499 cm3

General
Model Year
2023
Model Year
2,024 - 2,026
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
A, B
Brand
BYD
Brand
Leapmotor
What drive types are available for the BYD Dolphin?

The BYD Dolphin is available as Front-Wheel Drive.

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