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BYD Dolphin vs Vauxhall Combo Cargo comparison

Compare performance (204 HP vs 136 HP), boot space and price (29,700 £ vs 27,100 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – BYD Dolphin or Vauxhall Combo Cargo?

BYD Dolphin vs Vauxhall Combo Cargo: Key differences

BYD Dolphin

4 (4 Reviews)
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  • visibly more power
  • very slightly more efficient
  • slightly more electric range
  • considerably quicker 0–100 km/h
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Vauxhall Combo Cargo

  • marginally cheaper
  • markedly 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:

Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.

Vauxhall Combo Cargo is marginally cheaper – starting at 27,100 £ , while the BYD Dolphin costs 29,700 £ . That’s a price difference of around 2,559 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the BYD Dolphin is very slightly more efficient: consuming 15.9 kWh/100km compared to 17.4 kWh/100km for the Vauxhall Combo Cargo. That’s a difference of about 1.5 kWh/100km.

As for electric range, the BYD Dolphin offers slightly more range – reaching up to 427 km, about 73 km more than the Vauxhall Combo Cargo.

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Engine and Performance:

Power, torque and acceleration are the classic benchmarks for car enthusiasts – and here, some clear differences start to show.

When it comes to engine power, the BYD Dolphin offers visibly more power – delivering 204 HP compared to 136 HP. That’s roughly 68 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the BYD Dolphin is considerably quicker – completing the sprint in 7 s, while the Vauxhall Combo Cargo takes 11.2 s. That’s about 4.2 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the BYD Dolphin delivers barely more torque with 310 Nm compared to 300 Nm. That’s about 10 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, Vauxhall Combo Cargo is markedly lighter – 1,371 kg compared to 1,658 kg. The difference is around 287 kg.

When it comes to payload, the Vauxhall Combo Cargo carries considerably more – 781 kg compared to 410 kg. That’s a difference of about 371 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The BYD Dolphin 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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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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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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Vauxhall Combo Cargo

Costs and Consumption
Price
29,700 - 31,400 £
Price
27,100 - 34,800 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
5.2 - 5.4 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
15.9 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
17.4 kWh/100km
Electric Range
427 km
Electric Range
354 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
-
co2
0 g/km
co2
0 - 143 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Hatchback
Body Type
Cargo Van
Seats
5
Seats
2
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,658 kg
Curb weight
1,371 - 1,674 kg
Trunk capacity
345 L
Trunk capacity
-
Length
-
Length
-
Width
1,770 mm
Width
1,848 mm
Height
-
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
410 kg
Payload
645 - 781 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Electric
Engine Type
Diesel, Electric
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox, Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
204 HP
Power HP
102 - 136 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
11.2 s
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 - 100 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
1,499 cm3

General
Model Year
2023
Model Year
2026
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
E, A
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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