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BYD DOLPHIN SURF

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€22,990

Drive-away price: includes the delivery costs

price list 1 January 2026 · Source: BYD Europe B.V. (byd.com/nl)

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Which versions does the BYD DOLPHIN SURF come in?

BYD DOLPHIN SURF versions with price and specifications
VersionPowertrainRange or consumption (WLTP)PowerPrice
DOLPHIN SURF 30 kWh ActiveentryElectric30 kWh220 km65 kW (88 hp)€22,990
DOLPHIN SURF 43,2 kWh BoostElectric43.2 kWh322 km65 kW (88 hp)€24,990
DOLPHIN SURF 43,2 kWh ComforttopElectric43.2 kWh310 km115 kW (156 hp)€26,690

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What is the BYD DOLPHIN SURF in brief?

Body type
Hatchback
Powertrain
Electric
Range (WLTP)
220–322 km
Power
65–115 kW (88–156 hp)
Boot space
308 l – 1,037 l
Euro NCAP
5 of 5 stars (2025)

Our review of the BYD DOLPHIN SURF

Compiled with the help of AI from the sources listed; facts checked automatically. We have not driven this car.

The BYD DOLPHIN SURF is a compact electric city car that costs from €22,990 on the road (rijklaar) according to the price list of 1 January 2026 (edition of 1 April 2026). The WLTP range is 220 km with the 30 kWh battery and 322 or 310 km with the 43.2 kWh battery. WLTP consumption is between 15.5 and 16 kWh/100 km.

The DOLPHIN SURF is a low-priced small electric car for up to four people. According to ANWB and Autozine it rides comfortably; according to ANWB it feels solidly built and the rear seat is roomy. In ANWB's test of eight small electric cars, however, it fell short of the winner, the Citroën ë-C3, although ANWB says the low price can still make it worth considering. Within the DOLPHIN SURF, the Boost at €24,990 is the cheapest version with the 43.2 kWh battery.

Buy it if…

  • You want an affordable electric city car for up to four people.
  • You value a lot of standard safety and driver-assistance equipment for the price.
  • You also make longer trips now and then and therefore choose the 43.2 kWh battery (Boost or Comfort).

Skip it if…

  • You need five seats: it has four, because there is no belt for a middle rear passenger.
  • You want to tow: the towing capacity is 0 kg.
  • You drive a lot on motorways and value quiet: Autozine calls tyre and wind noise noticeable.

Best pick

DOLPHIN SURF 43,2 kWh Boost: The Boost costs €2,000 more than the Active (€24,990 against €22,990), but has a 43.2 kWh battery instead of 30 kWh, a WLTP range of 322 km instead of 220 km and DC charging at up to 85 kW instead of 65 kW. The Comfort (€26,690) is quicker, but its range is slightly smaller at 310 km.

Pros

  • According to Autozine, ANWB and the BYD price list the entry price for a new electric car is low.
  • ANWB praises the rich standard equipment for the price, with adaptive cruise control, lane assist and traffic-sign recognition, plus Apple CarPlay and three-phase AC charging.
  • ANWB found it surprisingly roomy for its size, especially in the rear seat.
  • According to Autozine and ANWB the ride is comfortable, absorbing speed bumps and poor surfaces well.
  • Autozine found the 115 kW Comfort lively and quick, with tidy handling and good manoeuvrability in town.
  • Five stars from Euro NCAP (2025).

Cons

  • According to ANWB and the price list it has only four seats: there is no middle rear belt.
  • In the ANWB test the steering felt heavy, straight-line stability was mediocre and in the avoidance test at 50 km/h the rear stepped out, with late ESP intervention.
  • Real-world consumption in the ANWB test was disappointing (17 kWh/100 km).
  • Autozine calls the screens small and hard to read, and sees savings on materials (hard plastics) and equipment.
  • According to Autozine the driver-monitoring and speed warnings are intrusive and have to be partly switched off at every start.

Space and luggage

The DOLPHIN SURF is 3,990 mm long, 1,720 mm wide (mirrors folded) and 1,590 mm high, with a wheelbase of 2,500 mm. The boot holds 308 litres and extends to 1,037 litres. It has four seats and towing is not permitted (0 kg).

Drive and powertrain

The Active and the Boost have a 65 kW (88 hp) motor with 175 Nm and do 0-100 km/h in 11.1 and 12.1 s respectively. The Comfort has 115 kW (156 hp) and 220 Nm and sprints to 100 km/h in 9.1 s. Top speed is 150 km/h in all three. The car is front-wheel drive with an automatic transmission.

Charging and range

The Active has a 30 kWh battery and a WLTP range of 220 km; the Boost and Comfort have 43.2 kWh and manage 322 and 310 km respectively. AC charging is at up to 11 kW. At a fast charger the Active charges at up to 65 kW and the Boost and Comfort at up to 85 kW, and the price list gives 30 minutes for 10 to 80%.

Safety

Euro NCAP gave the DOLPHIN SURF five stars in 2025. The scores are 82% for adult occupants, 86% for children, 76% for vulnerable road users and 77% for safety assist.

Price and versions

According to the price list of 1 January 2026 (edition of 1 April 2026) the Active with 30 kWh costs €22,990, the Boost with 43.2 kWh €24,990 and the Comfort with 43.2 kWh €26,690, all on the road (rijklaar) and including €1,000 for delivery costs and statutory contributions. The fiscal value is €21,990, €23,990 and €25,690 respectively.

Updated on 26 October 2026. How we make our reviews

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What are the specifications of the BYD DOLPHIN SURF?

Figures of the entry version: DOLPHIN SURF 30 kWh Active

Drivetrain and performance

Power
65 kW (88 hp)
Torque
175 Nm
0-100 km/h
11.1 s
Top speed
150 km/h

Battery and charging

Battery capacity (net)
30 kWh
Range (WLTP)
220 km
AC charging
11 kW
DC fast charging (max.)
65 kW
Fast charging 10-80 %
30 min

Consumption and emissions

Consumption (WLTP)
15.5 kWh/100 km
CO₂ emissions (WLTP)
0 g/km
Energy label
A

Size and weight

Kerb weight
1,369 kg
Seats
4
Length
3,990 mm
Width
1,720 mm
Height
1,590 mm
Wheelbase
2,500 mm
Boot space
308 l
Boot space (seats folded)
1,037 l

Towing

Towing capacity (braked)
0 kg

Explained: WLTP, BPM, MRB, company-car tax (bijtelling).

How safe is the BYD DOLPHIN SURF?

5 of 5 stars

Euro NCAP test from 2025

Adult occupants
82 %
Child occupants
86 %
Vulnerable road users
76 %
Safety assist
77 %

See the test at Euro NCAP

What does the BYD DOLPHIN SURF cost per month?

Example scenario: 5 years, 15,000 km a year

Worked out for the cheapest version: DOLPHIN SURF 30 kWh Active.

In an example scenario of 5 years and 15,000 km a year, the BYD DOLPHIN SURF costs per month: electricity about €50 (WLTP consumption 15.5 kWh/100 km, €0.26 per kWh (home, CBS 2026-09)) and road tax €51 – €56 depending on the province, together €101 – €106 a month. That excludes depreciation, interest, insurance and maintenance.

Monthly costs of the BYD DOLPHIN SURF in the example scenario
Cost itemPer monthBasis
Electricity or fuel€5015.5 kWh/100 km (WLTP, highest value) × €0.26 = €4.02 per 100 km; CBS 2026-09
Road tax (MRB)€51 – €56€139 – €152 a quarter in 2026, kerb weight 1,369 kg, all 12 provinces; averaged over 5 years at 2026 rates
Total of these two€101 – €106

Not included: depreciation (we have no reliable value curve for new cars; enter your own resale value); interest (enter your own rate); insurance; maintenance and tyres.

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What are the rivals of the BYD DOLPHIN SURF?

Models in our own overview with the same body type and a shared powertrain, priced within 25 % of the BYD DOLPHIN SURF. Ranked by new registrations in 2026 (RDW); those named in our review come first.

Rivals of the BYD DOLPHIN SURF with entry price and specifications
ModelFromRange or consumption (WLTP)PowerEuro NCAP
Renault 5 E-Tech electricalso an electric hatchback, from €24,990 (+9%)Compare DOLPHIN SURF and Renault 5 E-Tech electric€24,990305 km80 kW (110 hp)4 of 5 (2024)

Also named in the sources of our review: Citroën ë-C3, Dacia Spring, Leapmotor T03, Dongfeng Box, Hyundai Inster, Fiat Grande Panda, Renault 5.

Which cars is the BYD DOLPHIN SURF compared with?

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Frequently asked questions

What is the battery capacity of the BYD Dolphin Surf?

The net battery capacity of the BYD DOLPHIN SURF is 30–43.2 kWh.

How much boot space does the BYD Dolphin Surf have?

The boot of the BYD DOLPHIN SURF holds 308 l, up to 1,037 l with the rear seats folded.

How much horsepower does the BYD Dolphin Surf have?

The BYD DOLPHIN SURF has a power output of 65–115 kW (88–156 hp).

What does the BYD DOLPHIN SURF cost?

The BYD DOLPHIN SURF costs from €22,990 drive-away (price list 1 January 2026, source: BYD Europe B.V. (byd.com/nl)).

How far does the BYD DOLPHIN SURF go?

The BYD DOLPHIN SURF has a WLTP range of 220–322 km.

How fast does the BYD DOLPHIN SURF charge?

Fast charging the BYD DOLPHIN SURF from 10 to 80 % takes 30 min.

Sources

  1. RDW (Open Data): Gekentekende voertuigen: nieuwe BYD-personenauto's 2026 (t/m 2026-10-24) per handelsbenaming (SoQL-query) (checked on 26 October 2026)
  2. BYD Europe B.V. (byd.com/nl): Prijslijst BYD DOLPHIN SURF - specificaties en prijzen per 1 januari 2026, uitgave 1 april 2026 (document date 1 April 2026, checked on 26 October 2026)
  3. Euro NCAP: BYD DOLPHIN SURF - Euro NCAP 2025 safety rating (document date 8 September 2025, checked on 26 October 2026)

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