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BYD Dolphin vs Peugeot 208 comparison

Compare performance (204 HP vs 156 HP), boot space and price (29,700 £ vs 21,000 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – BYD Dolphin or Peugeot 208?

BYD Dolphin vs Peugeot 208: Key differences

BYD Dolphin

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  • noticeably more power
  • somewhat quicker 0–100 km/h

Peugeot 208

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  • significantly cheaper
  • a bit more efficient
  • barely more electric range
  • considerably lighter
  • barely more trunk space

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

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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.

Peugeot 208 is significantly cheaper – starting at 21,000 £ , while the BYD Dolphin costs 29,700 £ . That’s a price difference of around 8,709 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the Peugeot 208 is a bit more efficient: consuming 14.1 kWh/100km compared to 15.9 kWh/100km for the BYD Dolphin. That’s a difference of about 1.8 kWh/100km.

As for electric range, the Peugeot 208 offers barely more range – reaching up to 432 km, about 5 km more than the BYD Dolphin.

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Engine and Performance:

Power, torque and acceleration say a lot about how a car feels on the road. This is where you see which model delivers more driving dynamics.

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 somewhat quicker – completing the sprint in 7 s, while the Peugeot 208 takes 8.3 s. That’s about 1.3 s quicker.

Looking at top speed, the Peugeot 208 is slightly faster – reaching 200 km/h, while the BYD Dolphin tops out at 160 km/h. The difference is around 40 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: the BYD Dolphin delivers slightly more torque with 310 Nm compared to 270 Nm. That’s about 40 Nm more.

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Space and Everyday Use:

Cabin size, boot volume and payload all play a role in everyday practicality. Here, comfort and flexibility make the difference.

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In terms of curb weight, Peugeot 208 is considerably lighter – 1,165 kg compared to 1,658 kg. The difference is around 493 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Peugeot 208 offers barely more boot space – 352 L compared to 345 L. That’s a difference of about 7 L.

For maximum load capacity, the BYD Dolphin offers slightly more capacity – up to 1,310 L, about 147 L more than the Peugeot 208.

When it comes to payload, the Peugeot 208 carries very slightly more – 430 kg compared to 410 kg. That’s a difference of about 20 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Peugeot 208 shows a few small advantages 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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Peugeot 208

  • Engine Type : Electric, Petrol MHEV, Petrol
  • Transmission : Automatic, Manuel
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 101 - 156 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 4.5 - 5.1 L/100km
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 14.1 - 15.4 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range : 362 - 432 km
BYD Dolphin
Peugeot 208

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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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Peugeot 208

The Peugeot 208 feels like a city-savvy fox: compact, stylish and surprisingly grown-up, with a cabin that punches above its weight and enough personality to make daily commutes a little less boring. It’s a smart pick for buyers who want chic practicality without the showroom bluster — easy to park, thrifty to run and oddly fun when the road tightens up.

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BYD Dolphin
Peugeot 208

Costs and Consumption

Price
29,700 - 31,400 £
Price
21,000 - 35,200 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
4.5 - 5.1 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
15.9 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
14.1 - 15.4 kWh/100km
Electric Range
427 km
Electric Range
362 - 432 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
1,165 - 1,530 kg
Trunk capacity
345 L
Trunk capacity
309 - 352 L
Length
4,290 mm
Length
4,055 mm
Width
1,770 mm
Width
1,745 mm
Height
1,570 mm
Height
1,430 mm
Max trunk capacity
1,310 L
Max trunk capacity
1,118 - 1,163 L
Payload
410 kg
Payload
380 - 430 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
101 - 156 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.3 - 10.9 s
Max Speed
160 km/h
Max Speed
150 - 200 km/h
Torque
310 Nm
Torque
205 - 270 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
2,023 - 2,026
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
A, C, D
Brand
BYD
Brand
Peugeot
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