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BYD Dolphin vs SsangYong Korando comparison

Compare performance (204 HP vs 190 HP), boot space and price (29,700 £ vs 27,000 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – BYD Dolphin or SsangYong Korando?

BYD Dolphin vs SsangYong Korando: Key differences

BYD Dolphin

4 (4 Reviews)
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  • very slightly more power
  • only slightly more efficient
  • clearly more electric range
  • markedly quicker 0–100 km/h
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SsangYong Korando

4.4 (1 Reviews)
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  • slightly cheaper
  • only slightly lighter
  • clearly 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

Dolphin

Costs and Efficiency:

Price and efficiency are key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.

SsangYong Korando is slightly cheaper – starting at 27,000 £ , while the BYD Dolphin costs 29,700 £ . That’s a price difference of around 2,700 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the BYD Dolphin is only slightly more efficient: consuming 15.9 kWh/100km compared to 16.8 kWh/100km for the SsangYong Korando. That’s a difference of about 0.9 kWh/100km.

As for electric range, the BYD Dolphin offers clearly more range – reaching up to 427 km, about 88 km more than the SsangYong Korando.

Korando

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 very slightly more power – delivering 204 HP compared to 190 HP. That’s roughly 14 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the BYD Dolphin is markedly quicker – completing the sprint in 7 s, while the SsangYong Korando takes 8.4 s. That’s about 1.4 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the SsangYong Korando delivers moderately more torque with 360 Nm compared to 310 Nm. That’s about 50 Nm more.

Dolphin

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, SsangYong Korando is only slightly lighter – 1,517 kg compared to 1,658 kg. The difference is around 141 kg.

Looking at boot space, the SsangYong Korando offers clearly more boot space – 551 L compared to 345 L. That’s a difference of about 206 L.

When it comes to payload, the SsangYong Korando carries slightly more – 463 kg compared to 410 kg. That’s a difference of about 53 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The SsangYong Korando 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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Korando

SsangYong Korando

  • Engine Type : Petrol, Electric
  • Transmission : Manuel, Automatic
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 163 - 190 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 7.5 - 8.6 L/100km
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 16.8 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range : 339 km
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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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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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The SsangYong Korando pairs bold, modern styling with a surprisingly roomy and practical cabin, so it looks confident at the lights and handles the daily grind without fuss. It swaps flashy badges for honest value, offering a composed ride, useful equipment and wallet-friendly running that make it an appealing pick for buyers who'd rather spend on weekends than on extravagant finance packages.

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SsangYong Korando

Costs and Consumption
Price
29,700 - 31,400 £
Price
27,000 - 42,000 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
7.5 - 8.6 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
15.9 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
16.8 kWh/100km
Electric Range
427 km
Electric Range
339 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
-
co2
0 g/km
co2
0 - 197 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
50 L

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Hatchback
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
5
Curb weight
1,658 kg
Curb weight
1,517 - 1,840 kg
Trunk capacity
345 L
Trunk capacity
551 L
Length
-
Length
4,450 - 4,465 mm
Width
1,770 mm
Width
1,870 mm
Height
-
Height
1,620 - 1,645 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
1,248 L
Payload
410 kg
Payload
410 - 463 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Electric
Engine Type
Petrol, Electric
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox, Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
204 HP
Power HP
163 - 190 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.4 s
Max Speed
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Max Speed
156 - 191 km/h
Torque
310 Nm
Torque
260 - 360 Nm
Number of Cylinders
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Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
150 kW
Power kW
120 - 140 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
1,497 cm3

General
Model Year
2023
Model Year
2,021 - 2,023
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
F, G, A
Brand
BYD
Brand
SsangYong
What drive types are available for the BYD Dolphin?

The BYD Dolphin is available as Front-Wheel Drive.

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