Hyundai i10 vs BYD Dolphin Surf – Which model is better for everyday use?

Here’s where it gets real: The technical differences in detail

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

Hyundai i10 has a noticeable advantage in terms of price – it starts at 14600 £, while the BYD Dolphin Surf costs 19700 £. That’s a price difference of around 5143 £.

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 Surf has a significantly edge – offering 156 HP compared to 90 HP. That’s roughly 66 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the BYD Dolphin Surf is distinct quicker – completing the sprint in 9.10 s, while the Hyundai i10 takes 11.40 s. That’s about 2.30 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the Hyundai i10 performs slightly better – reaching 175 km/h, while the BYD Dolphin Surf tops out at 150 km/h. The difference is around 25 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: the BYD Dolphin Surf pulls clearly perceptible stronger with 220 Nm compared to 172 Nm. That’s about 48 Nm difference.

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.

Seats: Hyundai i10 offers a bit more seating capacity – 5 vs 4.

In curb weight, the Hyundai i10 is evident lighter – 996 kg compared to 1294 kg. The difference is around 298 kg.

In terms of boot space, the BYD Dolphin Surf offers a bit more room – 308 L compared to 252 L. That’s a difference of about 56 L.

In maximum load capacity, the Hyundai i10 performs slight better – up to 1050 L, which is about 13 L more than the BYD Dolphin Surf.

When it comes to payload, Hyundai i10 slightly takes the win – 423 kg compared to 344 kg. That’s a difference of about 79 kg.

Our conclusion: The BYD Dolphin Surf proves to be shows small but notable strengths and thus becomes our DriveDuel Champion!
Overall, BYD Dolphin Surf is the better all-rounder in this comparison.