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

BYD Dolphin Surf has a a bit advantage in terms of price – it starts at 19700 £, while the MINI MINI costs 23300 £. That’s a price difference of around 3609 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the advantage goes to the MINI MINI: with 13.80 kWh per 100 km, it’s somewhat more efficient than the BYD Dolphin Surf with 15.50 kWh. That’s a difference of about 1.70 kWh.

As for range, the MINI MINI performs a bit better – achieving up to 402 km, about 80 km more than the BYD 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 MINI has a noticeable edge – offering 258 HP compared to 156 HP. That’s roughly 102 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the MINI MINI is convincingly quicker – completing the sprint in 5.90 s, while the BYD Dolphin Surf takes 9.10 s. That’s about 3.20 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the MINI MINI performs clearly perceptible better – reaching 250 km/h, while the BYD Dolphin Surf tops out at 150 km/h. The difference is around 100 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: the MINI MINI pulls significantly stronger with 380 Nm compared to 220 Nm. That’s about 160 Nm difference.

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

Seats: MINI MINI offers to a small extent more seating capacity – 5 vs 4.

In curb weight, the BYD Dolphin Surf is minimal lighter – 1294 kg compared to 1335 kg. The difference is around 41 kg.

In terms of boot space, the BYD Dolphin Surf offers a bit more room – 308 L compared to 275 L. That’s a difference of about 33 L.

In maximum load capacity, the BYD Dolphin Surf performs slightly better – up to 1037 L, which is about 112 L more than the MINI MINI.

When it comes to payload, MINI MINI distinct takes the win – 445 kg compared to 344 kg. That’s a difference of about 101 kg.

Our conclusion: The MINI MINI proves to be outperforms in nearly all aspects and thus becomes our DriveDuel Champion!
Overall, MINI MINI is the better all-rounder in this comparison.