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Renault R4 vs BYD Dolphin Surf comparison

Compare performance (150 HP vs 156 HP), boot space and price (25,200 £ vs 19,700 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Renault R4 or BYD Dolphin Surf?

Renault R4 vs BYD Dolphin Surf: Key differences

Renault R4

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  • marginally more efficient
  • markedly more electric range
  • moderately quicker 0–100 km/h
  • clearly more trunk space

BYD Dolphin Surf

  • markedly cheaper
  • very slightly more power
  • slightly lighter

By Achim Sedelmaier

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

R4

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 Renault R4 costs 25,200 £ . That’s a price difference of around 5,495 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the Renault R4 is marginally more efficient: consuming 14.2 kWh/100km compared to 15.5 kWh/100km for the BYD Dolphin Surf. That’s a difference of about 1.3 kWh/100km.

As for electric range, the Renault R4 offers markedly more range – reaching up to 409 km, about 87 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 BYD Dolphin Surf offers very slightly more power – delivering 156 HP compared to 150 HP. That’s roughly 6 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Renault R4 is moderately quicker – completing the sprint in 8.2 s, while the BYD Dolphin Surf takes 9.1 s. That’s about 0.9 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Renault R4 delivers slightly more torque with 245 Nm compared to 220 Nm. That’s about 25 Nm more.

R4

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: Renault R4 offers more seats – 5 vs 4.

In terms of curb weight, BYD Dolphin Surf is slightly lighter – 1,294 kg compared to 1,485 kg. The difference is around 191 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Renault R4 offers clearly more boot space – 1,045 L compared to 308 L. That’s a difference of about 737 L.

When it comes to payload, the Renault R4 carries clearly more – 443 kg compared to 344 kg. That’s a difference of about 99 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Renault R4 stands well ahead of its rival 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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R4

Renault R4

  • Engine Type : Electric
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 122 - 150 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 14.2 - 15.1 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range : 308 - 409 km
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Renault R4

The Renault R4, affectionately known as the "R4," is a quintessential symbol of French automotive simplicity and practicality. This classic compact car, originally introduced in the early 1960s, won over numerous enthusiasts with its versatile design and dependable performance. Its no-frills charm and robust build made it a beloved choice for rural drivers and city dwellers alike, cementing its status as an iconic piece of automotive history.

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BYD Dolphin Surf

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BYD Dolphin Surf

Costs and Consumption
Price
25,200 - 31,200 £
Price
19,700 - 26,600 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
14.2 - 15.1 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
15.5 - 16 kWh/100km
Electric Range
308 - 409 km
Electric Range
220 - 322 km
Battery Capacity
40 - 52 kWh
Battery Capacity
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co2
0 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
SUV
Body Type
Hatchback
Seats
2 - 5
Seats
4
Doors
5
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,485 - 1,537 kg
Curb weight
1,294 - 1,390 kg
Trunk capacity
420 - 1,045 L
Trunk capacity
308 L
Length
4,144 mm
Length
-
Width
1,808 mm
Width
1,720 mm
Height
1,552 mm
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
1,405 L
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
385 - 443 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
122 - 150 HP
Power HP
88 - 156 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.2 - 9.2 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
9.1 - 12.1 s
Max Speed
150 km/h
Max Speed
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Torque
225 - 245 Nm
Torque
175 - 220 Nm
Number of Cylinders
-
Number of Cylinders
-
Power kW
90 - 110 kW
Power kW
65 - 115 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
-

General
Model Year
2,025
Model Year
2,025
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Renault
Brand
BYD
Is the Renault R4 offered with different drivetrains?

Available configurations include Front-Wheel Drive.

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