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BYD Dolphin vs ZEEKR 7X comparison

Compare performance (204 HP vs 646 HP), boot space and price (29,700 £ vs 45,400 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – BYD Dolphin or ZEEKR 7X?

BYD Dolphin vs ZEEKR 7X: Key differences

BYD Dolphin

4 (4 Reviews)
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  • significantly cheaper
  • slightly more efficient
  • significantly lighter
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ZEEKR 7X

4.7 (9 Reviews)
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  • clearly more power
  • noticeably more electric range
  • considerably quicker 0–100 km/h
  • 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

Dolphin

Costs and Efficiency:

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

BYD Dolphin is significantly cheaper – starting at 29,700 £ , while the ZEEKR 7X costs 45,400 £ . That’s a price difference of around 15,729 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the BYD Dolphin is slightly more efficient: consuming 15.9 kWh/100km compared to 17.7 kWh/100km for the ZEEKR 7X. That’s a difference of about 1.8 kWh/100km.

As for electric range, the ZEEKR 7X offers noticeably more range – reaching up to 615 km, about 188 km more than the BYD Dolphin.

7X

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 ZEEKR 7X offers clearly more power – delivering 646 HP compared to 204 HP. That’s roughly 442 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the ZEEKR 7X is considerably quicker – completing the sprint in 3.8 s, while the BYD Dolphin takes 7 s. That’s about 3.2 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the ZEEKR 7X delivers substantially more torque with 710 Nm compared to 310 Nm. That’s about 400 Nm more.

Dolphin

Space and Everyday Use:

Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In terms of curb weight, BYD Dolphin is significantly lighter – 1,658 kg compared to 2,395 kg. The difference is around 737 kg.

Looking at boot space, the ZEEKR 7X offers visibly more boot space – 539 L compared to 345 L. That’s a difference of about 194 L.

When it comes to payload, the ZEEKR 7X carries somewhat more – 485 kg compared to 410 kg. That’s a difference of about 75 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The ZEEKR 7X is far 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.

from £45,400
7X

ZEEKR 7X

  • Engine Type Electric
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 421 - 646 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km 17.7 - 19.9 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range 480 - 615 km
BYD Dolphin
ZEEKR 7X

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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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ZEEKR 7X

The Zeekr 7X blends sleek, coupe-like styling with a roomy, premium cabin, giving it a confident presence on the road. It pairs refined handling with advanced tech and driver aids, making it an appealing choice for buyers who want electric performance without sacrificing comfort.

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BYD Dolphin
ZEEKR 7X

Costs and Consumption

Price
29,700 - 31,400 £
Price
45,400 - 54,000 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
15.9 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
17.7 - 19.9 kWh/100km
Electric Range
427 km
Electric Range
480 - 615 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
0 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Hatchback
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
5
Curb weight
1,658 kg
Curb weight
2,395 - 2,535 kg
Trunk capacity
345 L
Trunk capacity
539 L
Length
-
Length
4,787 mm
Width
1,770 mm
Width
1,930 mm
Height
-
Height
1,650 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
410 kg
Payload
455 - 485 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
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
204 HP
Power HP
421 - 646 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.8 - 6 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
210 km/h
Torque
310 Nm
Torque
440 - 710 Nm
Number of Cylinders
-
Number of Cylinders
-
Power kW
150 kW
Power kW
310 - 475 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
-

General

Model Year
2023
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
BYD
Brand
ZEEKR
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