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BYD Dolphin vs Polestar 4 - Differences and prices compared
Compare performance (204 HP vs 544 HP), boot space and price (29700 £ vs 53100 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – BYD Dolphin or Polestar 4?
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Costs and Efficiency:
Price and efficiency are key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.
BYD Dolphin has a decisively advantage in terms of price – it starts at 29700 £ , while the Polestar 4 costs 53100 £ . That’s a price difference of around 23366 £.
In terms of energy consumption, the advantage goes to the BYD Dolphin: with 15.90 kWh per 100 km, it’s to a small extent more efficient than the Polestar 4 with 17.80 kWh. That’s a difference of about 1.90 kWh.
As for electric range, the Polestar 4 performs noticeable better – achieving up to 620 km, about 193 km more than the BYD Dolphin.
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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 Polestar 4 has a clearly edge – offering 544 HP compared to 204 HP. That’s roughly 340 HP more horsepower.
In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Polestar 4 is convincingly quicker – completing the sprint in 3.80 s, while the BYD Dolphin takes 7 s. That’s about 3.20 s faster.
In terms of top speed, the Polestar 4 performs somewhat better – 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: Polestar 4 pulls decisively stronger with 686 Nm compared to 310 Nm. That’s about 376 Nm difference.
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Dolphin
Space and Everyday Use:
Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?
Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.
In curb weight, BYD Dolphin is noticeable lighter – 1658 kg compared to 2230 kg. The difference is around 572 kg.
In terms of boot space, the Polestar 4 offers noticeable more room – 526 L compared to 345 L. That’s a difference of about 181 L.
In maximum load capacity, the Polestar 4 performs slightly better – up to 1536 L, which is about 226 L more than the BYD Dolphin.
When it comes to payload, Polestar 4 hardly perceptible takes the win – 455 kg compared to 410 kg. That’s a difference of about 45 kg.
Who wins the race?
The Polestar 4 proves to be outperforms in nearly all aspects and therefore becomes our DriveDuel Champion!
Polestar 4 is the better all-rounder in this comparison.
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BYD Dolphin
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BYD Dolphin
5 (1 Reviews)
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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Polestar 4
5 (3 Reviews)
The Polestar 4 wears a coupe-like profile and a Scandinavian-minimal interior that feels premium and unexpectedly roomy, with composed handling that makes urban driving and country roads a pleasure. For buyers who want an electric car that turns heads without shouting, the Polestar 4 is a stylish, clever choice that balances practicality with personality.
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BYD Dolphin
Polestar 4
Costs and Consumption |
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Price
29700 - 31400 £
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Price
53100 - 59900 £
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Consumption L/100km
-
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Consumption L/100km
-
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Consumption kWh/100km
15.90 kWh
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Consumption kWh/100km
17.8 - 18.7 kWh
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Electric Range
427 km
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Electric Range
590 - 620 km
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Battery Capacity
-
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Battery Capacity
94 kWh
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co2
0 g/km
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co2
0 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
-
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Fuel tank capacity
-
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
Hatchback
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Body Type
SUV
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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
1658 kg
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Curb weight
2230 - 2355 kg
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Trunk capacity
345 L
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Trunk capacity
526 L
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Length
4290 mm
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Length
4840 mm
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Width
1770 mm
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Width
2008 mm
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Height
1570 mm
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Height
1534 mm
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Max trunk capacity
1310 L
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Max trunk capacity
1536 L
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Payload
410 kg
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Payload
455 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Electric
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Engine Type
Electric
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
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Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
204 HP
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Power HP
272 - 544 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
7 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.8 - 7.1 s
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Max Speed
160 km/h
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Max Speed
200 km/h
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Torque
310 Nm
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Torque
343 - 686 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
-
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Number of Cylinders
-
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Power kW
150 kW
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Power kW
200 - 400 kW
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Engine capacity
-
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Engine capacity
-
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General |
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Model Year
2023
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Model Year
2024
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CO2 Efficiency Class
A
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CO2 Efficiency Class
A
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Brand
BYD
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Brand
Polestar
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What drivetrain options does the BYD Dolphin have?
The BYD Dolphin is offered with Front-Wheel Drive.
The prices shown are estimates based on German list prices, adjusted for local VAT. Local registration taxes (e.g. NoVA, BPM or CO2 malus) are not included. This information is not legally binding.