Peugeot 208 vs BYD Dolphin Surf – Which car suits you better?

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 barely noticeable advantage in terms of price – it starts at 19700 £, while the Peugeot 208 costs 20700 £. That’s a price difference of around 977 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the advantage goes to the Peugeot 208: with 14.10 kWh per 100 km, it’s barely noticeable more efficient than the BYD Dolphin Surf with 15.50 kWh. That’s a difference of about 1.40 kWh.

As for range, the Peugeot 208 performs evident better – achieving up to 432 km, about 110 km more than the BYD Dolphin Surf.

Engine and Performance: Power, torque and acceleration are the classic benchmarks for car enthusiasts – and here, some clear differences start to show.

Both models deliver identical power – 156 HP each.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Peugeot 208 is barely noticeable quicker – completing the sprint in 8.30 s, while the BYD Dolphin Surf takes 9.10 s. That’s about 0.80 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the Peugeot 208 performs distinct better – reaching 200 km/h, while the BYD Dolphin Surf tops out at 150 km/h. The difference is around 50 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Peugeot 208 pulls slightly stronger with 270 Nm compared to 220 Nm. That’s about 50 Nm difference.

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

Seats: Peugeot 208 offers to a small extent more seating capacity – 5 vs 4.

In curb weight, the Peugeot 208 is to a small extent lighter – 1165 kg compared to 1294 kg. The difference is around 129 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Peugeot 208 offers a bit more room – 352 L compared to 308 L. That’s a difference of about 44 L.

In maximum load capacity, the Peugeot 208 performs a bit better – up to 1163 L, which is about 126 L more than the BYD Dolphin Surf.

When it comes to payload, Peugeot 208 somewhat takes the win – 430 kg compared to 344 kg. That’s a difference of about 86 kg.

All in all, the Peugeot 208 shows itself to be wins the duel decisively and secures the title of DriveDuel Champion.
It impresses with the more balanced overall package and proves to be the more versatile companion for everyday use.