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BYD Dolphin vs Vauxhall Corsa comparison

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?

BYD Dolphin vs Vauxhall Corsa: Key differences

BYD Dolphin

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  • noticeably more power
  • very slightly more electric range
  • slightly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • moderately more trunk space

Vauxhall Corsa

  • substantially cheaper
  • a bit more efficient
  • substantially lighter

All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.

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 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.

Corsa

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 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.

Dolphin

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.

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.

Who wins the race in the data check?

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.

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Corsa

Vauxhall Corsa

  • Engine Type : Electric, Petrol MHEV, Petrol
  • Transmission : Automatic, Manuel
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 100 - 156 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 4.6 - 5.2 L/100km
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 14.4 - 16.2 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range : 347 - 424 km
BYD Dolphin
Vauxhall Corsa

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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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Vauxhall Corsa

The 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.

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BYD Dolphin
Vauxhall Corsa

Costs and Consumption

Price
29,700 - 31,400 £
Price
19,600 - 30,600 £
Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption L/100km
4.6 - 5.2 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
15.9 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
14.4 - 16.2 kWh/100km
Electric Range
427 km
Electric Range
347 - 424 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
46 - 51 kWh
co2
0 g/km
co2
0 - 116 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
44 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Hatchback
Body Type
Hatchback
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
1,658 kg
Curb weight
1,175 - 1,544 kg
Trunk capacity
345 L
Trunk capacity
267 - 309 L
Length
4,290 mm
Length
4,061 mm
Width
1,770 mm
Width
1,765 mm
Height
1,570 mm
Height
1,435 mm
Max trunk capacity
1,310 L
Max trunk capacity
1,004 - 1,042 L
Payload
410 kg
Payload
376 - 445 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Electric
Engine Type
Electric, Petrol MHEV, Petrol
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic, Manual Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
204 HP
Power HP
100 - 156 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.9 - 9.9 s
Max Speed
160 km/h
Max Speed
150 - 210 km/h
Torque
310 Nm
Torque
205 - 260 Nm
Number of Cylinders
-
Number of Cylinders
3
Power kW
150 kW
Power kW
74 - 115 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
1,199 cm3

General

Model Year
2,023
Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
A, C, D
Brand
BYD
Brand
Vauxhall
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