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Leapmotor B05 vs BYD Dolphin Surf comparison

Compare performance (218 HP vs 156 HP), boot space and price (23,900 £ vs 19,700 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Leapmotor B05 or BYD Dolphin Surf?

Leapmotor B05 vs BYD Dolphin Surf: Key differences

Leapmotor B05

  • clearly more power
  • noticeably more electric range
  • clearly quicker 0–100 km/h
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BYD Dolphin Surf

4.4 (1 Reviews)
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  • noticeably cheaper
  • barely more efficient
  • clearly lighter
  • marginally 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:

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 Surf is noticeably cheaper – starting at 19,700 £ , while the Leapmotor B05 costs 23,900 £ . That’s a price difference of around 4,209 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the BYD Dolphin Surf is barely more efficient: consuming 15.5 kWh/100km compared to 15.8 kWh/100km for the Leapmotor B05. That’s a difference of about 0.3 kWh/100km.

As for electric range, the Leapmotor B05 offers noticeably more range – reaching up to 482 km, about 160 km more than the BYD Dolphin Surf.

Dolphin Surf

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 Leapmotor B05 offers clearly more power – delivering 218 HP compared to 156 HP. That’s roughly 62 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Leapmotor B05 is clearly quicker – completing the sprint in 6.7 s, while the BYD Dolphin Surf takes 9.1 s. That’s about 2.4 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Leapmotor B05 delivers barely more torque with 240 Nm compared to 220 Nm. That’s about 20 Nm more.

Space and Everyday Use:

Cabin size, boot volume and payload all play a role in everyday practicality. Here, comfort and flexibility make the difference.

Seats: Leapmotor B05 offers more seats – 5 vs 4.

In terms of curb weight, BYD Dolphin Surf is clearly lighter – 1,294 kg compared to 1,775 kg. The difference is around 481 kg.

Looking at boot space, the BYD Dolphin Surf offers marginally more boot space – 308 L compared to 295 L. That’s a difference of about 13 L.

When it comes to payload, the Leapmotor B05 carries only slightly more – 370 kg compared to 344 kg. That’s a difference of about 26 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Leapmotor B05 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 £23,900
B05

Leapmotor B05

  • Engine Type Electric
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type Rear-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 218 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km 15.8 - 15.9 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range 401 - 482 km
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Reviews BYD Dolphin Surf

4.4 (1 Reviews)
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Dieter Schönrock
9 Jun 2026, 07:04:54

The Dolphin Surf is especially appealing because of the entry height and the low step-in. The amount of space is very good. It's a pity it has no towing capacity — around 500–600 kg would be great. The Dolphin Surf is better suited for older people than the R5.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
23,900 - 27,300 £
Price
19,700 - 26,600 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
15.8 - 15.9 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
15.5 - 16 kWh/100km
Electric Range
401 - 482 km
Electric Range
220 - 322 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
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co2
0 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Hatchback
Body Type
Hatchback
Seats
5
Seats
4
Doors
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Doors
-
Curb weight
1,775 - 1,855 kg
Curb weight
1,294 - 1,390 kg
Trunk capacity
295 L
Trunk capacity
308 L
Length
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Length
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Width
1,880 mm
Width
1,720 mm
Height
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Height
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Max trunk capacity
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Max trunk capacity
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Payload
363 - 370 kg
Payload
344 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Electric
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
218 HP
Power HP
88 - 156 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
6.7 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
9.1 - 12.1 s
Max Speed
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Max Speed
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Torque
240 Nm
Torque
175 - 220 Nm
Number of Cylinders
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Number of Cylinders
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Power kW
160 kW
Power kW
65 - 115 kW
Engine capacity
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Engine capacity
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General
Model Year
2026
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Leapmotor
Brand
BYD
What drivetrain options does the Leapmotor B05 have?

The Leapmotor B05 is offered with Rear-Wheel Drive.

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