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BYD Dolphin vs SsangYong Torres comparison

Compare performance (204 HP vs 207 HP), boot space and price (29,700 £ vs 33,800 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – BYD Dolphin or SsangYong Torres?

BYD Dolphin vs SsangYong Torres: Key differences

BYD Dolphin

4 (4 Reviews)
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  • moderately cheaper
  • slightly more efficient
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SsangYong Torres

  • barely more power
  • only slightly more electric range
  • moderately lighter
  • substantially 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:

When it comes to price and running costs, the biggest differences usually appear. This is often where you see which car fits your budget better in the long run.

BYD Dolphin is moderately cheaper – starting at 29,700 £ , while the SsangYong Torres costs 33,800 £ . That’s a price difference of around 4,157 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the BYD Dolphin is slightly more efficient: consuming 15.9 kWh/100km compared to 18.7 kWh/100km for the SsangYong Torres. That’s a difference of about 2.8 kWh/100km.

As for electric range, the SsangYong Torres offers only slightly more range – reaching up to 462 km, about 35 km more than the BYD Dolphin.

Torres

Engine and Performance:

Power, torque and acceleration are the classic benchmarks for car enthusiasts – and here, some clear differences start to show.

When it comes to engine power, the SsangYong Torres offers barely more power – delivering 207 HP compared to 204 HP. That’s roughly 3 HP more horsepower.

There’s also a difference in torque: the SsangYong Torres delivers barely more torque with 339 Nm compared to 310 Nm. That’s about 29 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 Torres is moderately lighter – 1,498 kg compared to 1,658 kg. The difference is around 160 kg.

Looking at boot space, the SsangYong Torres offers substantially more boot space – 703 L compared to 345 L. That’s a difference of about 358 L.

When it comes to payload, the SsangYong Torres carries noticeably more – 552 kg compared to 410 kg. That’s a difference of about 142 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The SsangYong Torres 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.

from £33,800
Torres

SsangYong Torres

  • Engine Type : Petrol, Electric
  • Transmission : Manuel, Automatic
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 163 - 207 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 7.9 - 9.1 L/100km
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 18.7 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range : 462 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

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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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SsangYong Torres

Costs and Consumption
Price
29,700 - 31,400 £
Price
33,800 - 44,600 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
7.9 - 9.1 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
15.9 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
18.7 kWh/100km
Electric Range
427 km
Electric Range
462 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
0 g/km
co2
0 - 207 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
1,498 - 1,618 kg
Trunk capacity
345 L
Trunk capacity
703 L
Length
-
Length
4,700 mm
Width
1,770 mm
Width
1,890 mm
Height
-
Height
1,710 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
1,662 L
Payload
410 kg
Payload
552 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 - 207 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
-
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
191 - 194 km/h
Torque
310 Nm
Torque
280 - 339 Nm
Number of Cylinders
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Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
150 kW
Power kW
120 - 152 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
1,497 cm3

General
Model Year
2023
Model Year
2,023 - 2,024
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
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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