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BYD Dolphin vs McLaren Super Series Coupe comparison

Compare performance (204 HP vs 750 HP), boot space and price (29,700 £ vs 257,100 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – BYD Dolphin or McLaren Super Series Coupe?

BYD Dolphin vs McLaren Super Series Coupe: Key differences

BYD Dolphin

4 (4 Reviews)
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  • clearly cheaper
  • visibly more trunk space
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McLaren Super Series Coupe

  • considerably more power
  • significantly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • moderately lighter
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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 key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.

BYD Dolphin is clearly cheaper – starting at 29,700 £ , while the McLaren Super Series Coupe costs 257,100 £ . That’s a price difference of around 227,451 £.

Super Series Coupe

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 McLaren Super Series Coupe offers considerably more power – delivering 750 HP compared to 204 HP. That’s roughly 546 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the McLaren Super Series Coupe is significantly quicker – completing the sprint in 2.8 s, while the BYD Dolphin takes 7 s. That’s about 4.2 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the McLaren Super Series Coupe delivers considerably more torque with 800 Nm compared to 310 Nm. That’s about 490 Nm more.

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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.

Seats: BYD Dolphin offers more seats – 5 vs 2.

In terms of curb weight, McLaren Super Series Coupe is moderately lighter – 1,389 kg compared to 1,658 kg. The difference is around 269 kg.

Looking at boot space, the BYD Dolphin offers visibly more boot space – 345 L compared to 210 L. That’s a difference of about 135 L.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The BYD Dolphin stands well ahead of its rival 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 £29,700
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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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Reviews BYD Dolphin

4 (4 Reviews)
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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
257,100 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
12.2 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
-
Battery Capacity
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co2
0 g/km
co2
276 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Hatchback
Body Type
Coupe
Seats
5
Seats
2
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,658 kg
Curb weight
1,389 kg
Trunk capacity
345 L
Trunk capacity
210 L
Length
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Length
-
Width
1,770 mm
Width
2,161 mm
Height
-
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
410 kg
Payload
-

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Electric
Engine Type
Petrol
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive
Power HP
204 HP
Power HP
750 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
2.8 s
Max Speed
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Max Speed
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Torque
310 Nm
Torque
800 Nm
Number of Cylinders
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Number of Cylinders
8
Power kW
150 kW
Power kW
552 kW
Engine capacity
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Engine capacity
3,994 cm3

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

The BYD Dolphin is available as Front-Wheel Drive.

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