Tesla Model 3 vs BYD Dolphin Surf – Performance, range & efficiency compared

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

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 has a significantly advantage in terms of price – it starts at 19700 £, while the Tesla Model 3 costs 34300 £. That’s a price difference of around 14572 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the advantage goes to the Tesla Model 3: with 13.20 kWh per 100 km, it’s somewhat more efficient than the BYD Dolphin Surf with 15.50 kWh. That’s a difference of about 2.30 kWh.

As for range, the Tesla Model 3 performs convincingly better – achieving up to 702 km, about 380 km more than the BYD Dolphin Surf.

Engine and Performance: Power, torque and acceleration say a lot about how a car feels on the road. This is where you see which model delivers more driving dynamics.

When it comes to engine power, the Tesla Model 3 has a decisively edge – offering 460 HP compared to 156 HP. That’s roughly 304 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Tesla Model 3 is clearly quicker – completing the sprint in 3.10 s, while the BYD Dolphin Surf takes 9.10 s. That’s about 6 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the Tesla Model 3 performs clearly better – reaching 262 km/h, while the BYD Dolphin Surf tops out at 150 km/h. The difference is around 112 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Tesla Model 3 pulls decisively stronger with 660 Nm compared to 220 Nm. That’s about 440 Nm difference.

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

Seats: Tesla Model 3 offers slightly more seating capacity – 5 vs 4.

In curb weight, the BYD Dolphin Surf is significantly lighter – 1294 kg compared to 1822 kg. The difference is around 528 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Tesla Model 3 offers convincingly more room – 594 L compared to 308 L. That’s a difference of about 286 L.

When it comes to payload, BYD Dolphin Surf barely noticeable takes the win – 344 kg compared to 333 kg. That’s a difference of about 11 kg.

Our conclusion: The Tesla Model 3 proves to be wins the duel decisively and thus becomes our DriveDuel Champion!
Overall, Tesla Model 3 is the better all-rounder in this comparison.