Compare performance (204 HP vs 156 HP), boot space and price (29,700 £ vs 19,600 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – BYD Dolphin or Vauxhall Corsa?
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 Corsa is substantially cheaper – starting at 19,600 £ , while the BYD Dolphin costs 29,700 £ . That’s a price difference of around 10,071 £.
In terms of energy consumption, the Vauxhall Corsa is a bit more efficient: consuming 14.4 kWh/100km compared to 15.9 kWh/100km for the BYD Dolphin. That’s a difference of about 1.5 kWh/100km.
As for electric range, the BYD Dolphin offers very slightly more range – reaching up to 427 km, about 3 km more than the Vauxhall Corsa.
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 noticeably more power – delivering 204 HP compared to 156 HP. That’s roughly 48 HP more horsepower.
When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the BYD Dolphin is slightly quicker – completing the sprint in 7 s, while the Vauxhall Corsa takes 7.9 s. That’s about 0.9 s quicker.
Looking at top speed, the Vauxhall Corsa is visibly faster – reaching 210 km/h, while the BYD Dolphin tops out at 160 km/h. The difference is around 50 km/h.
There’s also a difference in torque: the BYD Dolphin delivers moderately more torque with 310 Nm compared to 260 Nm. That’s about 50 Nm more.
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, Vauxhall Corsa is substantially lighter – 1,175 kg compared to 1,658 kg. The difference is around 483 kg.
Looking at boot space, the BYD Dolphin offers moderately more boot space – 345 L compared to 309 L. That’s a difference of about 36 L.
For maximum load capacity, the BYD Dolphin offers visibly more capacity – up to 1,310 L, about 268 L more than the Vauxhall Corsa.
When it comes to payload, the Vauxhall Corsa carries barely more – 445 kg compared to 410 kg. That’s a difference of about 35 kg.
The Vauxhall Corsa has the upper hand 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.
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.
detailsThe Opel Corsa is a tidy little package that blends cheeky styling with sensible practicality, perfect for city streets and weekend escapes alike. It’s easy to live with, economical to run and just lively enough to make daily driving a bit more fun.
detailsCosts and Consumption |
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Price
29,700 - 31,400 £
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Price
19,600 - 30,600 £
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Consumption L/100km
-
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Consumption L/100km
4.6 - 5.2 L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
15.9 kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
14.4 - 16.2 kWh/100km
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Electric Range
427 km
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Electric Range
347 - 424 km
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Battery Capacity
-
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Battery Capacity
46 - 51 kWh
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co2
0 g/km
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co2
0 - 116 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
-
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Fuel tank capacity
44 L
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
Hatchback
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Body Type
Hatchback
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Seats
5
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Seats
5
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Doors
5
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Doors
5
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Curb weight
1,658 kg
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Curb weight
1,175 - 1,544 kg
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Trunk capacity
345 L
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Trunk capacity
267 - 309 L
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Length
4,290 mm
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Length
4,061 mm
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Width
1,770 mm
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Width
1,765 mm
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Height
1,570 mm
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Height
1,435 mm
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Max trunk capacity
1,310 L
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Max trunk capacity
1,004 - 1,042 L
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Payload
410 kg
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Payload
376 - 445 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Electric
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Engine Type
Electric, Petrol MHEV, Petrol
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
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Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
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Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic, Manual Gearbox
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
204 HP
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Power HP
100 - 156 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
7 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.9 - 9.9 s
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Max Speed
160 km/h
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Max Speed
150 - 210 km/h
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Torque
310 Nm
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Torque
205 - 260 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
-
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Number of Cylinders
3
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Power kW
150 kW
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Power kW
74 - 115 kW
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Engine capacity
-
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Engine capacity
1,199 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2,023
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Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
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CO2 Efficiency Class
A
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CO2 Efficiency Class
A, C, D
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Brand
BYD
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Brand
Vauxhall
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