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BYD Dolphin vs Vauxhall Combo comparison

Compare performance (204 HP vs 130 HP), boot space and price (29,700 £ vs 22,900 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – BYD Dolphin or Vauxhall Combo?

BYD Dolphin vs Vauxhall Combo: Key differences

BYD Dolphin

4 (4 Reviews)
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  • markedly more power
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Vauxhall Combo

  • clearly cheaper
  • a bit lighter
  • significantly 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:

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.

Vauxhall Combo is clearly cheaper – starting at 22,900 £ , while the BYD Dolphin costs 29,700 £ . That’s a price difference of around 6,814 £.

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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 BYD Dolphin offers markedly more power – delivering 204 HP compared to 130 HP. That’s roughly 74 HP more horsepower.

There’s also a difference in torque: the BYD Dolphin delivers only slightly more torque with 310 Nm compared to 300 Nm. That’s about 10 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: Vauxhall Combo offers more seats – 7 vs 5.

In terms of curb weight, Vauxhall Combo is a bit lighter – 1,505 kg compared to 1,658 kg. The difference is around 153 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Vauxhall Combo offers significantly more boot space – 1,050 L compared to 345 L. That’s a difference of about 705 L.

When it comes to payload, the Vauxhall Combo carries considerably more – 695 kg compared to 410 kg. That’s a difference of about 285 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Vauxhall Combo is barely ahead 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 £22,900
Combo

Vauxhall Combo

  • Engine Type Diesel
  • Transmission Manuel
  • Drive Type Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 102 - 130 HP
  • Consumption L/100km 5.4 - 5.8 L/100km
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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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Vauxhall Combo

Costs and Consumption
Price
29,700 - 31,400 £
Price
22,900 - 28,000 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
5.4 - 5.8 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
15.9 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
427 km
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
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co2
0 g/km
co2
141 - 151 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Hatchback
Body Type
High Roof Estate
Seats
5
Seats
5 - 7
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,658 kg
Curb weight
1,505 - 1,644 kg
Trunk capacity
345 L
Trunk capacity
775 - 1,050 L
Length
-
Length
-
Width
1,770 mm
Width
1,848 mm
Height
-
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
410 kg
Payload
544 - 695 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Electric
Engine Type
Diesel
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Manuel
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
204 HP
Power HP
102 - 130 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
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Max Speed
-
Max Speed
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Torque
310 Nm
Torque
250 - 300 Nm
Number of Cylinders
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Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
150 kW
Power kW
75 - 96 kW
Engine capacity
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Engine capacity
1,499 cm3

General
Model Year
2023
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
E
Brand
BYD
Brand
Vauxhall
What drive types are available for the BYD Dolphin?

The BYD Dolphin is available as Front-Wheel Drive.

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