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BYD DOLPHIN 44.9 kWh Boost(MY24)
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BYD DOLPHIN 44.9 kWh Boost(MY24)

Available Hatchback FWD
32.990 € $35,629£28,042
WLTP Range
260 km162 mi
Net Battery
44.9 kWh
0-100 km/h
8s
Peak Power
130 kW
A day with this car
DC 10–80%
40 min
60 kW peak · 50 kW avg
Home wallbox
7h 15m
7.4 kW AC · 0–100% overnight
Winter highway
187 km116 mi
Cold, 120 km/h class
Charge ports
CCS
Type 2 · right front

One-stop highway day · 249 km155 mi in 2h 31min

186 km116 mi
1h 42min
15 min
charge
62 km39 mi
34min
WLTP Range
260 km162 mi
Official Combined
Usable Battery
44.9 kWh
46.0 kWh Gross
Peak Power
130 kW
174 hp
0-100 km/h
8 s
Max: 160 km/h99 mph
DC Fast Peak
60 kW
High-Power DC

Performance & Powertrain

FWD Dedicated EV Platform
Total System Power 130 kW (174 hp)
Total System Torque N/A
0-100 km/h Sprint 8 s
Top Speed 160 km/h99 mph
Drivetrain Configuration FWD
Platform Code BYD e-Platform 3.0

Battery Engineering & Chemistry

400 V LFP
Usable Battery Capacity 44.9 kWh
Nominal Battery Capacity 46.0 kWh
Battery Type Lithium-ion
Cell Form Factor Prismatic
Nominal Voltage 333 V
Total Cell Count 104
Pack Configuration 104s1p
Manufacturer Battery Warranty 8 years / 250,000 km155 mi

Dimensions, Cargo & Towing

Frunk: 0 L0.0 cu ft
Boot Cargo Volume 345 L12.2 cu ft
Max Cargo (Seats Down) 1310 L46.3 cu ft
Front Trunk (Frunk) 0 L0.0 cu ft
Unladen Curb Weight 1,700 kg3,748 lbs
Overall Length 4290 mm168.9 in
Width (with mirrors) 2012 mm79.2 in
Overall Height 1570 mm61.8 in
Wheelbase 2700 mm106.3 in
0
Towing Capacity (Unbraked) 0 kg0 lbs
Gross Vehicle Weight (GVWR) No Data
Max Payload Capacity No Data

Cabin, Chassis & Thermal Management

Seating Capacity 5 people seats
Isofix Anchor Points Yes, 3 seats
Turning Circle 10.5 m34.4 ft
Market Segment C - Medium
Roof Rails No
Heat Pump Standard Equipment

Euro NCAP Safety Assessment

★★★★★ 5 Stars (2023)
Adult Occupant Protection 89%
Child Occupant Protection 87%
Vulnerable Road Users (Pedestrians) 85%
Active Safety Assist Systems 79%

Estimated Range by Weather & Road

Efficiency: 173 Wh/km278 Wh/mi

Estimates, not measurements: the WLTP figure scaled by the same temperature and road factors for every car (for example 65% for cold motorway driving, 115% for mild city driving). Your range depends on speed, wheels, load and heating. For a planned stop, use the charging simulator.

Estimated Range Envelope
Cold Highway: 169 km105 mi | Mild Urban: 299 km186 mi
Worst-Case Winter Highway WLTP Lab: 260 km162 mi Best-Case Mild Urban
❄️ Cold Winter (-10°C)
Cabin Heat On
City Driving
Urban stop-and-go
192 km119 mi
Highway Cruising
Motorway speeds
169 km105 mi
Combined Cycle
Everyday winter commute
182 km113 mi
☀️ Mild Summer (23°C)
Optimal Temperature
City Driving
Peak regen recovery
299 km186 mi
Highway Cruising
Motorway speeds
213 km132 mi
Combined Cycle
Ideal mixed-use range
250 km155 mi
High-Power Road Trips

DC Ultra-Fast Charging (10% to 80%)

⚡ CCS2 High-Power
Peak Intake
60 kW DC
Maximum Power
10-80% Session
40 min
Typical Road Stop
Average Power
50 kW DC
Sustained Rate
Range Added
270 km/h168 mph
Added per Hour
Plug & Charge (ISO 15118) No
Battery Preconditioning Auto via Nav
Autocharge Protocol Yes
Home & Overnight

AC Destination & Wallbox Charging (0% to 100%)

Type 2 Inverter
Max AC Power
7.4 kW AC
3-Phase Wallbox
0-100% Duration
7h15m
Full Overnight Charge
Charge Speed
36 km/h22 mph
Range per Hour
Port Location
Right Side - Front
Body Placement
Mobile Power Station

Bidirectional Charging Capabilities (V2X)

V2L (Vehicle-to-Load)
Camping & devices
-
V2H (Vehicle-to-Home)
Emergency backup
Not supported
V2G (Vehicle-to-Grid)
Grid arbitrage
Not supported

Highway Endurance Score

EVDB Index
1.0/ 5.0
Urban Focused / Frequent Charging Stops

Calculated from sustained 10-80% DC fast charging speed, cold-weather aerodynamic drag, and official WLTP range (260 km162 mi).

Vehicle Overview

  • Manufacturer BYD
  • WLTP Range 260 km162 mi
  • Net Battery 44.9 kWh
  • DC Fast Charging 60 kW
  • Towing Capacity No Towing
  • Market Availability Available
  • Release Date 7/1/2023
  • Telemetry Verified 5/23/2026
Frequently Asked Questions

BYD DOLPHIN 44.9 kWh Boost(MY24) Range & Charging FAQ

What is the real-world highway and winter range of the BYD DOLPHIN 44.9 kWh Boost(MY24)?

The official combined WLTP range for the BYD DOLPHIN 44.9 kWh Boost(MY24) is 260 km (162 miles).

Compare with the BYD DOLPHIN 44.9 kWh.

In cold winter conditions (-5°C / 23°F) at highway cruising speeds (120-130 km/h), expect a realistic highway range of approximately 187 km (116 miles) due to cold battery chemistry, cabin heating, and higher aerodynamic drag.

How long does it take to charge the BYD DOLPHIN 44.9 kWh Boost(MY24) at home?

Charging the 44.9 kWh battery from 0% to 100% takes approximately 3.7 hours using a standard 11 kW 3-phase AC wallbox. On a single-phase 7.4 kW home charger, a full charge takes around 5.5 hours (typically overnight).

How fast is DC fast charging (10% to 80%)?

The BYD DOLPHIN 44.9 kWh Boost(MY24) supports peak DC fast charging rates of up to 60 kW. Recharging from 10% to 80% State of Charge (SoC) requires approximately 44 minutes at a compatible ultra-rapid charging station.

How much does it cost to charge the BYD DOLPHIN 44.9 kWh Boost(MY24)?

At an average European residential electricity tariff of €0.24/kWh, a complete 0-100% home charge costs approximately €10.78. At high-power public DC charging networks (~€0.65/kWh), a full recharge costs approximately €29.18.

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