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BYD Dolphin vs Lexus LC Coupe comparison

Compare performance (204 HP vs 464 HP), boot space and price (29,700 £ vs 105,400 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – BYD Dolphin or Lexus LC Coupe?

BYD Dolphin vs Lexus LC Coupe: Key differences

BYD Dolphin

4 (4 Reviews)
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  • clearly cheaper
  • somewhat lighter
  • significantly more trunk space
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Lexus LC Coupe

  • substantially more power
  • substantially 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

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Costs and Efficiency:

Price and efficiency are often the first things buyers look at. Here it becomes clear which model has the long-term edge – whether at the pump, the plug, or in purchase price.

BYD Dolphin is clearly cheaper – starting at 29,700 £ , while the Lexus LC Coupe costs 105,400 £ . That’s a price difference of around 75,694 £.

LC Coupe

Engine and Performance:

Power, torque and acceleration say a lot about how a car feels on the road. This is where you see which model delivers more driving dynamics.

When it comes to engine power, the Lexus LC Coupe offers substantially more power – delivering 464 HP compared to 204 HP. That’s roughly 260 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Lexus LC Coupe is substantially quicker – completing the sprint in 4.7 s, while the BYD Dolphin takes 7 s. That’s about 2.3 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Lexus LC Coupe delivers significantly more torque with 530 Nm compared to 310 Nm. That’s about 220 Nm more.

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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 more seats – 5 vs 4.

In terms of curb weight, BYD Dolphin is somewhat lighter – 1,658 kg compared to 1,930 kg. The difference is around 272 kg.

Looking at boot space, the BYD Dolphin offers significantly more boot space – 345 L compared to 197 L. That’s a difference of about 148 L.

When it comes to payload, the Lexus LC Coupe carries a bit more – 465 kg compared to 410 kg. That’s a difference of about 55 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The BYD Dolphin is far ahead overall 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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Dolphin

BYD Dolphin

  • Engine Type Electric
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 204 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km 15.9 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range 427 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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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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Lexus LC Coupe

The Lexus LC is a striking grand tourer that fuses Japanese craftsmanship with theatrical styling; slipping into its cockpit feels like being handed a bespoke suit—polished, dramatic and effortlessly comfortable. It prefers to seduce rather than shout, delivering a serene yet engaging drive for buyers who want presence and refinement without supercar fuss.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
29,700 - 31,400 £
Price
105,400 - 114,900 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
8.1 - 11.6 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
15.9 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
427 km
Electric Range
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Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
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co2
0 g/km
co2
184 - 262 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
82 L

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Hatchback
Body Type
Coupe
Seats
5
Seats
4
Doors
-
Doors
2
Curb weight
1,658 kg
Curb weight
1,930 - 1,980 kg
Trunk capacity
345 L
Trunk capacity
172 - 197 L
Length
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Length
4,770 mm
Width
1,770 mm
Width
1,920 mm
Height
-
Height
1,345 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
410 kg
Payload
445 - 465 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Electric
Engine Type
Petrol, Full Hybrid
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive
Power HP
204 HP
Power HP
359 - 464 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.7 - 5 s
Max Speed
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Max Speed
250 - 270 km/h
Torque
310 Nm
Torque
530 Nm
Number of Cylinders
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Number of Cylinders
6 - 8
Power kW
150 kW
Power kW
264 - 341 kW
Engine capacity
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Engine capacity
3,456 - 4,969 cm3

General
Model Year
2023
Model Year
2023
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
Brand
BYD
Brand
Lexus
What drive types are available for the BYD Dolphin?

The BYD Dolphin is available as Front-Wheel Drive.

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