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MINI Aceman vs BYD Dolphin Surf comparison

Compare performance (258 HP vs 156 HP), boot space and price (27,000 £ vs 19,700 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – MINI Aceman or BYD Dolphin Surf?

MINI Aceman vs BYD Dolphin Surf: Key differences

MINI Aceman

4.5 (2 Reviews)
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  • clearly more power
  • very slightly more efficient
  • only slightly more electric range
  • clearly quicker 0–100 km/h
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BYD Dolphin Surf

  • markedly cheaper
  • clearly lighter
  • barely 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

Aceman

Costs and Efficiency:

Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.

BYD Dolphin Surf is markedly cheaper – starting at 19,700 £ , while the MINI Aceman costs 27,000 £ . That’s a price difference of around 7,295 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the MINI Aceman is very slightly more efficient: consuming 14.1 kWh/100km compared to 15.5 kWh/100km for the BYD Dolphin Surf. That’s a difference of about 1.4 kWh/100km.

As for electric range, the MINI Aceman offers only slightly more range – reaching up to 355 km, about 33 km more than the BYD Dolphin Surf.

Dolphin Surf

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 MINI Aceman offers clearly more power – delivering 258 HP compared to 156 HP. That’s roughly 102 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the MINI Aceman is clearly quicker – completing the sprint in 6.4 s, while the BYD Dolphin Surf takes 9.1 s. That’s about 2.7 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the MINI Aceman delivers clearly more torque with 350 Nm compared to 220 Nm. That’s about 130 Nm more.

Aceman

Space and Everyday Use:

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

Seats: MINI Aceman offers more seats – 5 vs 4.

In terms of curb weight, BYD Dolphin Surf is clearly lighter – 1,294 kg compared to 1,720 kg. The difference is around 426 kg.

Looking at boot space, the BYD Dolphin Surf offers barely more boot space – 308 L compared to 300 L. That’s a difference of about 8 L.

When it comes to payload, the MINI Aceman carries markedly more – 530 kg compared to 344 kg. That’s a difference of about 186 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The MINI Aceman holds a decisive 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.

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Aceman

MINI Aceman

  • Engine Type : Electric
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 184 - 258 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 14.1 - 16 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range : 309 - 355 km
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MINI Aceman

The MINI Aceman squeezes classic MINI charm into a sharper, more crossover-ready shape, trading some of the old curves for grown-up practicality while keeping the wink-and-grin personality buyers crave. Inside it's a surprisingly premium, customizable cabin that feels clever rather than cluttered, and on the road the Aceman is eager and nimble — ideal for city dwellers who want an SUV silhouette with proper fun behind the wheel.

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5 Jan 2026, 00:44:07

Amazing interior, sporty-funky exterior, great handles, good amount of power.

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MINI Aceman
BYD Dolphin Surf

Costs and Consumption
Price
27,000 - 36,400 £
Price
19,700 - 26,600 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
14.1 - 16 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
15.5 - 16 kWh/100km
Electric Range
309 - 355 km
Electric Range
220 - 322 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
5
Seats
4
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,720 - 1,825 kg
Curb weight
1,294 - 1,390 kg
Trunk capacity
300 L
Trunk capacity
308 L
Length
-
Length
-
Width
1,754 mm
Width
1,720 mm
Height
-
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
450 - 530 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
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
184 - 258 HP
Power HP
88 - 156 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
6.4 - 7.9 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
9.1 - 12.1 s
Max Speed
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Max Speed
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Torque
290 - 350 Nm
Torque
175 - 220 Nm
Number of Cylinders
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Number of Cylinders
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Power kW
135 - 190 kW
Power kW
65 - 115 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
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General
Model Year
2,025 - 2,026
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
MINI
Brand
BYD
What drive types are available for the MINI Aceman?

Available configurations include Front-Wheel Drive.

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