BYD Dolphin
The BYD Dolphin was first sold in New Zealand in August 2023 and is no longer sold new. Used examples cover model years 2023 to 2026.
BYD Dolphin Premium (2023-2026)
BYD Dolphin Premium · 2023-2026Range (WLTP)427 km
Battery size62 kWh
Power150 kW
0–100 km/h7 s
Not sold new in NZ since 2026 - available used only
Dolphin premium (previously called Dolphin Extended) adds: 17" wheels (compared to 16"), faster DC charge, panoramic glass roof, rain sensing wipers, heated front seats, wireless phone charging, tinted rear glass.
It has a larger battery, longer range, and more power than the standard trim.
The Dolphin was no longer available new from April 2026.
Performance
0-100 km/h
Total power
Torque
Top speed
Drive
Range & Efficiency
WLTP range
WLTP consumption
EVDB Real Range
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Highway range
Battery & Charging
Battery
Battery (nominal)
Battery (usable)
Battery type
Architecture
V2L
Power3.3 kW
Exterior
DC fast charging
DC charging
10–80% charge
Range per 10 min
AC charging
AC charging
Home charging cost
Dimensions & Weight
Length
Width
Height
Ground clearance
Weight
Shape
Seats
Safety Rating
For models
Storage & Towing
Boot space
Boot space (max)
Frunk
Towing (braked)
Towing (unbraked)
BYD Dolphin Essential (2023-2026)
BYD Dolphin Essential · 2023-2026Range (WLTP)340 km
Battery size46 kWh
Power70 kW
0–100 km/h12.3 s
Not sold new in NZ since 2026 - available used only
The Dolphin was no longer available new from April 2026.
Performance
0-100 km/h
Total power
Torque
Top speed
Drive
Range & Efficiency
WLTP range
WLTP consumption
EVDB Real Range
14°C · Mixed driving · Calculate your range →
Highway range
Battery & Charging
Battery
Battery (nominal)
Battery (usable)
Battery type
Architecture
V2L
Power3.3 kW
Exterior
DC fast charging
DC charging
10–80% charge
Range per 10 min
AC charging
AC charging
Home charging cost
Dimensions & Weight
Length
Width
Height
Ground clearance
Weight
Shape
Seats
Safety Rating
For models
Storage & Towing
Boot space
Boot space (max)
Frunk
Towing (braked)
Towing (unbraked)
How many BYD Dolphin have been sold in NZ?
There have been 940 registered to date (including 43 used imports).
BYD Dolphin registrations
Monthly units (includes new and used import)
