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Kia EV2 vs BYD Dolphin comparison

Compare performance (147 HP vs 204 HP), boot space and price (22,800 £ vs 29,700 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Kia EV2 or BYD Dolphin?

Kia EV2 vs BYD Dolphin: Key differences

Kia EV2

3.8 (1 Reviews)
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  • markedly cheaper
  • very slightly more efficient
  • only slightly more electric range
  • marginally lighter
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BYD Dolphin

4 (4 Reviews)
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  • noticeably more power
  • visibly quicker 0–100 km/h
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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

EV2

Costs and Efficiency:

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

Kia EV2 is markedly cheaper – starting at 22,800 £ , while the BYD Dolphin costs 29,700 £ . That’s a price difference of around 6,891 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the Kia EV2 is very slightly more efficient: consuming 15.1 kWh/100km compared to 15.9 kWh/100km for the BYD Dolphin. That’s a difference of about 0.8 kWh/100km.

As for electric range, the Kia EV2 offers only slightly more range – reaching up to 453 km, about 26 km more than the BYD Dolphin.

Dolphin

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 noticeably more power – delivering 204 HP compared to 147 HP. That’s roughly 57 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the BYD Dolphin is visibly quicker – completing the sprint in 7 s, while the Kia EV2 takes 8.7 s. That’s about 1.7 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the BYD Dolphin delivers somewhat more torque with 310 Nm compared to 250 Nm. That’s about 60 Nm more.

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, Kia EV2 is marginally lighter – 1,620 kg compared to 1,658 kg. The difference is around 38 kg.

When it comes to payload, the Kia EV2 carries moderately more – 475 kg compared to 410 kg. That’s a difference of about 65 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The BYD Dolphin holds a solid overall lead 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 £29,700
Dolphin

BYD Dolphin

  • Engine Type Electric
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 204 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km 15.9 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range 427 km
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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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Costs and Consumption
Price
22,800 - 31,600 £
Price
29,700 - 31,400 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
15.1 - 16.3 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
15.9 kWh/100km
Electric Range
317 - 453 km
Electric Range
427 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
-
co2
0 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body
Body Type
SUV
Body Type
Hatchback
Seats
4 - 5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,620 - 1,625 kg
Curb weight
1,658 kg
Trunk capacity
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Trunk capacity
345 L
Length
-
Length
-
Width
1,800 mm
Width
1,770 mm
Height
-
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
400 - 475 kg
Payload
410 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
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
135 - 147 HP
Power HP
204 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.7 - 9.7 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
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Torque
250 Nm
Torque
310 Nm
Number of Cylinders
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Number of Cylinders
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Power kW
100 - 108 kW
Power kW
150 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
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General
Model Year
2026
Model Year
2023
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Kia
Brand
BYD
Is the Kia EV2 offered with different drivetrains?

The Kia EV2 is offered with Front-Wheel Drive.

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