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BYD Dolphin vs Renault Twingo comparison

Compare performance (204 HP vs 82 HP), boot space and price (29,700 £ vs 17,100 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – BYD Dolphin or Renault Twingo?

BYD Dolphin vs Renault Twingo: Key differences

BYD Dolphin

4 (4 Reviews)
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  • clearly more power
  • noticeably more electric range
  • significantly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • somewhat more trunk space
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Renault Twingo

4.1 (1 Reviews)
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  • considerably cheaper
  • markedly more efficient
  • visibly 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:

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.

Renault Twingo is considerably cheaper – starting at 17,100 £ , while the BYD Dolphin costs 29,700 £ . That’s a price difference of around 12,634 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the Renault Twingo is markedly more efficient: consuming 13.1 kWh/100km compared to 15.9 kWh/100km for the BYD Dolphin. That’s a difference of about 2.8 kWh/100km.

As for electric range, the BYD Dolphin offers noticeably more range – reaching up to 427 km, about 165 km more than the Renault Twingo.

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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 clearly more power – delivering 204 HP compared to 82 HP. That’s roughly 122 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the BYD Dolphin is significantly quicker – completing the sprint in 7 s, while the Renault Twingo takes 12.1 s. That’s about 5.1 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the BYD Dolphin delivers significantly more torque with 310 Nm compared to 175 Nm. That’s about 135 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.

Seats: BYD Dolphin offers more seats – 5 vs 4.

In terms of curb weight, Renault Twingo is visibly lighter – 1,275 kg compared to 1,658 kg. The difference is around 383 kg.

Looking at boot space, the BYD Dolphin offers somewhat more boot space – 345 L compared to 305 L. That’s a difference of about 40 L.

When it comes to payload, the BYD Dolphin carries noticeably more – 410 kg compared to 320 kg. That’s a difference of about 90 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The BYD Dolphin stands well ahead of its rival 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.

from £29,700
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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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

4 (4 Reviews)
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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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eb
18 Apr 2026, 11:35:24

A nice little 5‑CV petrol car that, unfortunately, is no longer sold new.

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Renault Twingo

Costs and Consumption
Price
29,700 - 31,400 £
Price
17,100 - 18,500 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
15.9 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
13.1 kWh/100km
Electric Range
427 km
Electric Range
260 - 262 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
-
co2
0 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Hatchback
Body Type
Hatchback
Seats
5
Seats
4
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,658 kg
Curb weight
1,275 - 1,294 kg
Trunk capacity
345 L
Trunk capacity
305 L
Length
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Length
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Width
1,770 mm
Width
1,720 mm
Height
-
Height
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Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
410 kg
Payload
301 - 320 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Electric
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
204 HP
Power HP
82 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
12.1 s
Max Speed
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Max Speed
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Torque
310 Nm
Torque
175 Nm
Number of Cylinders
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Number of Cylinders
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Power kW
150 kW
Power kW
60 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
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General
Model Year
2023
Model Year
2026
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
BYD
Brand
Renault
What drive types are available for the BYD Dolphin?

The BYD Dolphin is available as Front-Wheel Drive.

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