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BYD Dolphin — Price, Specs & Review 2026

Compare every BYD Dolphin variant sold new in Australia. 2 variants, from $29,990 to $36,990 RRP. Side-by-side specs, ANCAP safety, fuel economy, EV range and charging, towing capacity, warranty and running costs — pricing sourced from the BYD Australian website and updated weekly.

Every BYD Dolphin variant in Australia, compared

2 variants of the BYD Dolphin are on sale in Australia. Tap a variant to jump to its specs, or compare them side-by-side in the table below.

BYD Dolphin variants compared by price, power, fuel and drivetrain
VariantRRPPower / TorqueFuel / RangeDriveSeats
Essential2026$29,99070kW / 180Nm340km WLTPFWD5
Premium2026$36,990150kW / 310Nm427km WLTPFWD5

BYD Dolphin Essential

$29,990

Power
70kW
Torque
180Nm
0–100
10.5s
EV range
340km
Gearbox
Auto
Drive
FWD
Seats
5
0
ANCAP
5-star

The 2026 BYD Dolphin Essential is a compact electric hatchback that suits budget-conscious Australian buyers seeking affordable EV motoring with genuine practicality, offering 340km of driving range, a 308-litre boot and five seats in a package weighing just 1506kg. Its standout strength is the running cost efficiency, with estimated annual costs around $1271 and a reassuring 5-star ANCAP safety rating backed by a six-year warranty. The main consideration is the modest 70kW power output, which delivers adequate rather than spirited performance for city and suburban driving, so it's better suited to daily commutes than spirited driving.

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BYD Dolphin Premium

$36,990

Power
150kW
Torque
310Nm
0–100
10.5s
EV range
427km
Gearbox
Auto
Drive
FWD
Seats
5
0
ANCAP
5-star

The 2026 BYD Dolphin Premium is an affordable electric hatchback that suits budget-conscious buyers seeking practicality, delivering 427km of range and 5-star ANCAP safety with a 6-year warranty. Its standout strength is the genuinely low running costs at around $1271 annually, making it one of Australia's cheapest cars to operate on a per-kilometre basis. One thing to consider: the 308-litre boot is tight for families needing substantial cargo space, though the compact 1658kg kerb weight helps efficiency.

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The 2026 BYD Dolphin Essential has a recommended retail price of $29,990 before on-road costs in Australia. Always confirm final pricing with your local dealer.