BYD Dolphin vs BYD Atto 1

The BYD Dolphin starts from $29,990 before on-road costs, while the BYD Atto 1 opens at $23,990. That makes the BYD Atto 1 the more affordable entry point by $6,000.

Once you factor in stamp duty, registration, CTP insurance, and dealer delivery, expect to add roughly 8-12% on top of the RRP depending on your state. Estimated driveaway prices sit around $28,888 for the BYD Dolphin and $19,990 for the BYD Atto 1.

Both models currently qualify for the electric-vehicle Fringe Benefits Tax exemption (battery-electric and under the $91,661 threshold; battery-electric and under the $91,661 threshold), a significant advantage for salary-sacrificed novated leases.

Both the BYD Dolphin and BYD Atto 1 hold a 5-star ANCAP safety rating. Adult occupant protection scored 89% for the BYD Dolphin and 82% for the BYD Atto 1.

Where the two diverge is in active safety technology. We can confirm 4 of 10 key ADAS systems on both.

Both include the essentials: autonomous emergency braking, lane keep assist, adaptive cruise control, a reversing camera. Airbag count is 7 in the BYD Dolphin and 6 in the BYD Atto 1.

A recall covers the builds its notice lists, not every car of a model. Check your VIN at vehiclerecalls.gov.au.

How long each takes to charge, from a household power point to ultra-rapid DC, estimated from battery size and max charge rates.

The BYD Dolphin features a 12.8-inch touchscreen paired with a 5-inch digital dash, while the BYD Atto 1 gets a 10.1-inch display and 7-inch instruments. Apple CarPlay and Android Auto are standard across both.

The BYD Dolphin stands out with Apple CarPlay — features our data doesn't list for the BYD Atto 1. The BYD Atto 1 counters with wireless Apple CarPlay/Android Auto and V2L. Which feature set matters more depends on your daily routine and priorities.

The BYD Dolphin uses a Electric producing 70kW and 180Nm of torque, sent through a auto to a FWD layout. It covers the 0-100km/h sprint in 12.3 seconds.

The BYD Atto 1 responds with a Electric making 65kW and 175Nm, paired to a auto driving the front wheels. It gets to 100km/h in 11.1 seconds.

The BYD Dolphin has the clear power advantage at 70kW vs 65kW. In the 0-100 sprint (manufacturer-claimed), the BYD Atto 1 is 1.2s quicker. For most buyers, the way each car feels day-to-day matters more than outright acceleration.

Battery: 44.9kWh (BYD Dolphin) vs 30kWh (BYD Atto 1), giving WLTP ranges of 340km and 220km. DC fast charging peaks at 60kW (BYD Dolphin) vs 65kW (BYD Atto 1).

The BYD Dolphin measures 4,290mm long on a 2,700mm wheelbase, 300mm longer than the BYD Atto 1 at 3,990mm (2,500mm wheelbase). The longer wheelbase on the BYD Dolphin generally means more rear legroom.

Boot space is 345L in the BYD Dolphin and 308L in the BYD Atto 1, giving the BYD Dolphin a 37L advantage. The BYD Dolphin seats 5 vs 4.

Running cost data is not yet available for both models. We will update when figures are confirmed.

Warranty: 6 years / 150,000km (BYD Dolphin) vs 6 years / 150,000km (BYD Atto 1). Both match on warranty length.