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BYD Dolphin vs Suzuki Vitara comparison

Compare performance (204 HP vs 184 HP), boot space and price (29,700 £ vs 23,600 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – BYD Dolphin or Suzuki Vitara?

BYD Dolphin vs Suzuki Vitara: Key differences

BYD Dolphin

4 (4 Reviews)
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  • very slightly more power
  • marginally more electric range
  • marginally quicker 0–100 km/h
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Suzuki Vitara

4.5 (9 Reviews)
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  • visibly cheaper
  • marginally more efficient
  • clearly lighter
  • very slightly 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:

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

Suzuki Vitara is visibly cheaper – starting at 23,600 £ , while the BYD Dolphin costs 29,700 £ . That’s a price difference of around 6,120 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the Suzuki Vitara is marginally more efficient: consuming 14.9 kWh/100km compared to 15.9 kWh/100km for the BYD Dolphin. That’s a difference of about 1 kWh/100km.

As for electric range, the BYD Dolphin offers marginally more range – reaching up to 427 km, about 1 km more than the Suzuki Vitara.

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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 BYD Dolphin offers very slightly more power – delivering 204 HP compared to 184 HP. That’s roughly 20 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the BYD Dolphin is marginally quicker – completing the sprint in 7 s, while the Suzuki Vitara takes 7.4 s. That’s about 0.4 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the BYD Dolphin delivers very slightly more torque with 310 Nm compared to 307 Nm. That’s about 3 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, Suzuki Vitara is clearly lighter – 1,255 kg compared to 1,658 kg. The difference is around 403 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Suzuki Vitara offers very slightly more boot space – 375 L compared to 345 L. That’s a difference of about 30 L.

When it comes to payload, the Suzuki Vitara carries only slightly more – 425 kg compared to 410 kg. That’s a difference of about 15 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Suzuki Vitara is clearly ahead overall 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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Vitara

Suzuki Vitara

  • Engine Type Petrol MHEV, Electric
  • Transmission Automatic, Manuel
  • Drive Type Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 110 - 184 HP
  • Consumption L/100km 5.3 - 5.8 L/100km
  • Consumption kWh/100km 14.9 - 16.6 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range 344 - 426 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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Kattia
17 Jun 2026, 20:01:52

The new Vitara is beautiful, almost like the RAV4.

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yannick h
13 Jun 2026, 15:09:09

The Vitara is powerful, light and practical, with a 4-cylinder engine; flaws: plastic upper door trim and a less modern appearance.

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Bud
5 Jun 2026, 11:14:19

De Vitara voelt aan alle kanten royaler aan dan de TYC. Geeft duidelijk meer zicht rondom de auto. De TYC is zeker in de bebouwde kom superzuinig. Het rijden met de Vitara geeft het gevoel in een grotere auto te rijden dan de TYC.

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4 Feb 2026, 09:37:41

A very pleasant car for an affordable price. The only downside is poorly soundproofed doors and windows.

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14 Jan 2026, 00:08:10

Proven reliability — it’s sold on every continent, and a real pleasure as a 4x4.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
29,700 - 31,400 £
Price
23,600 - 36,800 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
5.3 - 5.8 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
15.9 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
14.9 - 16.6 kWh/100km
Electric Range
427 km
Electric Range
344 - 426 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
-
co2
0 g/km
co2
0 - 137 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Hatchback
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,658 kg
Curb weight
1,255 - 1,935 kg
Trunk capacity
345 L
Trunk capacity
310 - 375 L
Length
-
Length
-
Width
1,770 mm
Width
1,775 - 1,800 mm
Height
-
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
410 kg
Payload
395 - 425 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Electric
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Electric
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox, Reduction Gearbox, Manual Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
204 HP
Power HP
110 - 184 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.4 - 9.6 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
-
Torque
310 Nm
Torque
193 - 307 Nm
Number of Cylinders
-
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
150 kW
Power kW
81 - 135 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
1,373 cm3

General
Model Year
2023
Model Year
2,025 - 2,026
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, E, A
Brand
BYD
Brand
Suzuki
What drive types are available for the BYD Dolphin?

The BYD Dolphin is available as Front-Wheel Drive.

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