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Peugeot 208 vs BYD Dolphin comparison

Compare performance (156 HP vs 204 HP), boot space and price (21,000 £ vs 29,700 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Peugeot 208 or BYD Dolphin?

Peugeot 208 vs BYD Dolphin: Key differences

Peugeot 208

4 (2 Reviews)
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  • considerably cheaper
  • somewhat more efficient
  • barely more electric range
  • substantially lighter
  • barely more trunk space

BYD Dolphin

3.7 (3 Reviews)
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  • markedly more power
  • slightly quicker 0–100 km/h

All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.

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

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Costs and Efficiency:

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

Peugeot 208 is considerably cheaper – starting at 21,000 £ , while the BYD Dolphin costs 29,700 £ . That’s a price difference of around 8,709 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the Peugeot 208 is somewhat more efficient: consuming 14.1 kWh/100km compared to 15.9 kWh/100km for the BYD Dolphin. That’s a difference of about 1.8 kWh/100km.

As for electric range, the Peugeot 208 offers barely more range – reaching up to 432 km, about 5 km more than the BYD Dolphin.

Dolphin

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 offers markedly more power – delivering 204 HP compared to 156 HP. That’s roughly 48 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the BYD Dolphin is slightly quicker – completing the sprint in 7 s, while the Peugeot 208 takes 8.3 s. That’s about 1.3 s quicker.

Looking at top speed, the Peugeot 208 is somewhat faster – reaching 200 km/h, while the BYD Dolphin tops out at 160 km/h. The difference is around 40 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: the BYD Dolphin delivers somewhat more torque with 310 Nm compared to 270 Nm. That’s about 40 Nm more.

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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.

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In terms of curb weight, Peugeot 208 is substantially lighter – 1,165 kg compared to 1,658 kg. The difference is around 493 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Peugeot 208 offers barely more boot space – 352 L compared to 345 L. That’s a difference of about 7 L.

For maximum load capacity, the BYD Dolphin offers a bit more capacity – up to 1,310 L, about 147 L more than the Peugeot 208.

When it comes to payload, the Peugeot 208 carries marginally more – 430 kg compared to 410 kg. That’s a difference of about 20 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Peugeot 208 holds a narrow 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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Peugeot 208

  • Engine Type : Electric, Petrol MHEV, Petrol
  • Transmission : Automatic, Manuel
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 101 - 156 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 4.5 - 5.1 L/100km
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 14.1 - 15.4 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range : 362 - 432 km
Peugeot 208
BYD Dolphin

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Peugeot 208

The Peugeot 208 feels like a city-savvy fox: compact, stylish and surprisingly grown-up, with a cabin that punches above its weight and enough personality to make daily commutes a little less boring. It’s a smart pick for buyers who want chic practicality without the showroom bluster — easy to park, thrifty to run and oddly fun when the road tightens up.

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BYD Dolphin

The BYD Dolphin is a cheeky electric hatchback that blends playful styling with surprising practicality, making it a brilliant city companion for buyers who want modern tech without the showroom bravado. It’s comfy, efficient and easy to live with, and while it won’t blind you with supercar drama, it will quietly get the job done with plenty of character.

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Peugeot 208
BYD Dolphin

Costs and Consumption

Price
21,000 - 35,200 £
Price
29,700 - 31,400 £
Consumption L/100km
4.5 - 5.1 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
14.1 - 15.4 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
15.9 kWh/100km
Electric Range
362 - 432 km
Electric Range
427 km
Battery Capacity
46 - 51 kWh
Battery Capacity
-
co2
0 - 116 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
44 L
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Hatchback
Body Type
Hatchback
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
1,165 - 1,530 kg
Curb weight
1,658 kg
Trunk capacity
309 - 352 L
Trunk capacity
345 L
Length
4,055 mm
Length
4,290 mm
Width
1,745 mm
Width
1,770 mm
Height
1,430 mm
Height
1,570 mm
Max trunk capacity
1,118 - 1,163 L
Max trunk capacity
1,310 L
Payload
380 - 430 kg
Payload
410 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Electric, Petrol MHEV, Petrol
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic, Manual Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
101 - 156 HP
Power HP
204 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.3 - 10.9 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7 s
Max Speed
150 - 200 km/h
Max Speed
160 km/h
Torque
205 - 270 Nm
Torque
310 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3
Number of Cylinders
-
Power kW
74 - 115 kW
Power kW
150 kW
Engine capacity
1,199 cm3
Engine capacity
-

General

Model Year
2,023 - 2,026
Model Year
2,023
CO2 Efficiency Class
A, C, D
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Peugeot
Brand
BYD
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