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BYD
DOLPHIN SURF Hatchback

BYD Dolphin Surf 65kW Boost 43kWh 5dr Auto Review

Category: Electric car

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Version review

Fuel type:
electric
Gearbox:
auto
Doors:
5 doors
BYD Dolphin Surf front cornering
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  • BYD Dolphin Surf front driving
  • BYD Dolphin Surf right driving
  • BYD Dolphin Surf rear cornering
  • BYD Dolphin Surf front cornering
  • BYD Dolphin Surf rear right driving
  • BYD Dolphin Surf front seats
  • BYD Dolphin Surf infotainment touchscreen
  • BYD Dolphin Surf touchscreen vertical
  • BYD Dolphin Surf interior controls
  • BYD Dolphin Surf interior detail
  • BYD Dolphin Surf back seats
  • BYD Dolphin Surf underfloor boot storage
  • BYD Dolphin Surf front right static
  • BYD Dolphin Surf headlights
  • BYD Dolphin Surf right static
  • BYD Dolphin Surf alloy wheel
  • BYD Dolphin Surf charging socket
  • BYD Dolphin Surf rear left static
  • BYD Dolphin Surf rear lights
RRP£21,950
Review

The model

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The BYD Dolphin Surf offers more space, a longer range and better performance than the cheaper Dacia Spring and Leapmotor T03. However, if you’re prepared to spend a bit more cash there are better options. The mid-spec Boost version has the longest range and offers the best value for money, although its performance is rather pedestrian.

The trim

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As well as a longer range, the Boost can also accept a faster charging rate than the entry-level Active (up to 85kW) and adds alloy wheels, rain-sensing windscreen wipers and electric front seats.

The engine

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Key information

Doors5
Seats4
0-62 MPH12.1 seconds
Fuel TypeElectric
GearboxAUTO

Available colours

Boot CapacityHow much space is there?

308

litres

EmissionsOfficial emissions rating

0

g/km

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