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Car Specifications2025 BYD Dolphin
The new BYD Dolphin is a small Car available in New Zealand from $39,990 (MLRP, excl. on-roads) for the Essential variant and topping out at $48,990 for the Premium variant.
There are 2 variants of the Dolphin available in New Zealand and this generation went on sale in early-2025.
The new 2025 Dolphin is offered with a 6 year, 150,000 km warranty.
Engine options for the BYD Dolphin include electric motor (70kW/180Nm) and electric motor (150kW/310Nm). All variants feature front-wheel drive.
- Retail Price
- $39,990 - $48,990†
- Transmission
- Single-Speed Auto
- Driven Wheels
- Front
- Fuel Type
- Electric
- Body Types
- Hatchback
- Powertrain Type
- BEV
- Retail Price
- $39,990 - $48,990†
- Transmission
- Single-Speed Auto
- Driven Wheels
- Front
- Fuel Type
- Electric
- Body Types
- Hatchback
- Powertrain Type
- BEV
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BYD Dolphin
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Available Variants
The BYD Dolphin comes in a variety of variants with the cheapest being Essential and the most expensive being Premium.
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Dimensions
| Specification | Measurement |
|---|---|
| Overall Length | 4,290 mm |
| Overall Width | 1,770 mm |
| Overall Height | 1,570 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,700 mm |
| Turning Circle | 10,500 mm |
| Load Capacity | 410 mm |
Dimensions in this table show the minimum and maximum values of all variants for this vehicle.
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2025 BYD Dolphin
Frequently Asked Questions
The cheapest BYD Dolphin is the Essential variant that starts from $39,990.
See all BYD Dolphin PricingThe most expensive BYD Dolphin is the Premium variant that starts from $48,990.
See all BYD Dolphin PricingThe best towing capacity of a BYD Dolphin is 0 kg shared by all variants.
See all BYD Dolphin towing capacityThe largest BYD Dolphin is the Essential variant which measures 1770mm wide, 4290mm in length and sits 1570mm tall.
The most powerful BYD Dolphin is the Premium variant which has 150kW of power and 310nm of torque.
The BYD Dolphin is built in China and shipped to New Zealand.
The heaviest BYD Dolphin is the Premium variant which has a gross vehicle weight of 2068 kg.
The BYD Dolphin is an electric vehicle and does not use any fuel.
† Displayed prices exclude on-road costs such as delivery charges, registration fees, number plates, insurance and applicable road taxes. These prices are subject to change without notice and may not reflect current market pricing or dealer offers.
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