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Renault Trafic Bus vs BYD Dolphin Surf comparison

Compare performance (170 HP vs 156 HP), boot space and price (38,200 £ vs 19,700 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Renault Trafic Bus or BYD Dolphin Surf?

Renault Trafic Bus vs BYD Dolphin Surf: Key differences

Renault Trafic Bus

  • only slightly more power
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BYD Dolphin Surf

  • clearly cheaper
  • moderately quicker 0–100 km/h
  • substantially lighter
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By Achim Sedelmaier

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

Trafic Bus

Costs and Efficiency:

When it comes to price and running costs, the biggest differences usually appear. This is often where you see which car fits your budget better in the long run.

BYD Dolphin Surf is clearly cheaper – starting at 19,700 £ , while the Renault Trafic Bus costs 38,200 £ . That’s a price difference of around 18,534 £.

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 Renault Trafic Bus offers only slightly more power – delivering 170 HP compared to 156 HP. That’s roughly 14 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the BYD Dolphin Surf is moderately quicker – completing the sprint in 9.1 s, while the Renault Trafic Bus takes 10.6 s. That’s about 1.5 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Renault Trafic Bus delivers substantially more torque with 380 Nm compared to 220 Nm. That’s about 160 Nm more.

Space and Everyday Use:

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

Seats: Renault Trafic Bus offers more seats – 9 vs 4.

In terms of curb weight, BYD Dolphin Surf is substantially lighter – 1,294 kg compared to 2,031 kg. The difference is around 737 kg.

When it comes to payload, the Renault Trafic Bus carries substantially more – 982 kg compared to 344 kg. That’s a difference of about 638 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The BYD Dolphin Surf is decisively ahead 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.

from £19,700
Dolphin Surf

BYD Dolphin Surf

  • Engine Type : Electric
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 88 - 156 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 15.5 - 16 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range : 220 - 322 km
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Renault Trafic Bus

The Renault Trafic is a practical people-carrier that prefers sensible space and smart flexibility to showroom gloss, making it a top pick for families, shuttle operators or anyone ferrying a crowd without fuss. It’s comfortable, economical in everyday running and blessedly uncomplicated — not the most glamorous vehicle, but brilliantly dependable when you need it to be.

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BYD Dolphin Surf

The BYD Dolphin Surf is an intriguing model that combines sleek design with modern electric technology, making it an appealing choice for urban commuters seeking sustainability and style. Its dynamic exterior design is complemented by an interior that prioritizes comfort and functionality, reflecting the brand's commitment to innovation. The model also offers impressive handling and a smooth driving experience, embodying the shift towards eco-friendly transportation.

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Renault Trafic Bus
BYD Dolphin Surf

Costs and Consumption
Price
38,200 - 54,400 £
Price
19,700 - 26,600 £
Consumption L/100km
6.7 - 7.2 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
15.5 - 16 kWh/100km
Electric Range
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Electric Range
220 - 322 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
175 - 189 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
80 L
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Bus
Body Type
Hatchback
Seats
8 - 9
Seats
4
Doors
4
Doors
-
Curb weight
2,031 - 2,352 kg
Curb weight
1,294 - 1,390 kg
Trunk capacity
-
Trunk capacity
308 L
Length
5,080 - 5,480 mm
Length
-
Width
1,956 mm
Width
1,720 mm
Height
1,973 - 1,974 mm
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
3,200 - 4,000 L
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
718 - 982 kg
Payload
344 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Diesel
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
110 - 170 HP
Power HP
88 - 156 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
10.6 - 16.5 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
9.1 - 12.1 s
Max Speed
161 - 174 km/h
Max Speed
-
Torque
300 - 380 Nm
Torque
175 - 220 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
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Power kW
81 - 125 kW
Power kW
65 - 115 kW
Engine capacity
1,997 cm3
Engine capacity
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General
Model Year
2,023 - 2,025
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
G, F
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Renault
Brand
BYD
What drivetrain options does the Renault Trafic Bus have?

The Renault Trafic Bus is available as Front-Wheel Drive.

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