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BYD Dolphin vs Skoda Epiq comparison

Compare performance (204 HP vs 211 HP), boot space and price (29,700 £ vs 22,200 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – BYD Dolphin or Skoda Epiq?

BYD Dolphin vs Skoda Epiq: Key differences

BYD Dolphin

4 (4 Reviews)
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  • barely quicker 0–100 km/h
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Skoda Epiq

  • markedly cheaper
  • barely more power
  • slightly more efficient
  • only slightly more electric range
  • only slightly lighter
  • visibly more trunk space
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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:

Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.

Skoda Epiq is markedly cheaper – starting at 22,200 £ , while the BYD Dolphin costs 29,700 £ . That’s a price difference of around 7,491 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the Skoda Epiq is slightly more efficient: consuming 13.7 kWh/100km compared to 15.9 kWh/100km for the BYD Dolphin. That’s a difference of about 2.2 kWh/100km.

As for electric range, the Skoda Epiq offers only slightly more range – reaching up to 440 km, about 13 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 Skoda Epiq offers barely more power – delivering 211 HP compared to 204 HP. That’s roughly 7 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the BYD Dolphin is barely quicker – completing the sprint in 7 s, while the Skoda Epiq takes 7.1 s. That’s about 0.1 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the BYD Dolphin delivers marginally more torque with 310 Nm compared to 290 Nm. That’s about 20 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, Skoda Epiq is only slightly lighter – 1,625 kg compared to 1,658 kg. The difference is around 33 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Skoda Epiq offers visibly more boot space – 475 L compared to 345 L. That’s a difference of about 130 L.

When it comes to payload, the Skoda Epiq carries barely more – 455 kg compared to 410 kg. That’s a difference of about 45 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Skoda Epiq is decisively ahead 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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Epiq

Skoda Epiq

  • Engine Type Electric
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 116 - 211 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km 13.7 - 13.9 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range 310 - 440 km
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Reviews BYD Dolphin

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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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Costs and Consumption
Price
29,700 - 31,400 £
Price
22,200 - 30,500 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
15.9 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
13.7 - 13.9 kWh/100km
Electric Range
427 km
Electric Range
310 - 440 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
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
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Doors
-
Curb weight
1,658 kg
Curb weight
1,625 - 1,642 kg
Trunk capacity
345 L
Trunk capacity
475 L
Length
-
Length
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Width
1,770 mm
Width
1,798 mm
Height
-
Height
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Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
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Payload
410 kg
Payload
438 - 455 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
116 - 211 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.1 s
Max Speed
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Max Speed
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Torque
310 Nm
Torque
267 - 290 Nm
Number of Cylinders
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Number of Cylinders
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Power kW
150 kW
Power kW
85 - 155 kW
Engine capacity
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Engine capacity
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General
Model Year
2023
Model Year
2026
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
BYD
Brand
Skoda
What drive types are available for the BYD Dolphin?

The BYD Dolphin is available as Front-Wheel Drive.

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