BYD Dolphin Comfort/Design vs Alpine A290 220 hp
Side-by-side comparison of all specifications in imperial units (mi, lb). To see metric units (km, kg), switch website version to Global
General Info
While both vehicles are currently in production, they are not sold in the United States.
The two vehicles share the same body style: Hatchback.
| Property | BYD Dolphin Comfort/Design | Alpine A290 220 hp |
|---|---|---|
| Years of Production | 2023-… | 2024-… |
| Current Status | Produced | Produced |
| Country of Manufacture | China | France |
| Body Style | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| GCC Score | 5.7 | 5.3 |
Range and Efficiency
The BYD Dolphin Comfort/Design (2023-…) boasts a greater real-world range, a larger battery, and superior energy efficiency compared to the Alpine A290 220 hp (2024-...).
| Property | BYD Dolphin Comfort/Design | Alpine A290 220 hp |
|---|---|---|
| Range (WLTP) | 265 mi | 226 mi |
| Range (GCC) | 226 mi | 192 mi |
| Battery Capacity (Nominal) | 62 kWh | 55 kWh |
| Battery Capacity (Usable) | 60.4 kWh | 52 kWh |
| Efficiency per 100 mi | 26.7 kWh/100 mi | 27.1 kWh/100 mi |
| Efficiency per kWh | 3.74 mi/kWh | 3.69 mi/kWh |
| Range and Efficiency Score | 6.9 | 6.1 |
Charging
| Property | BYD Dolphin Comfort/Design | Alpine A290 220 hp |
|---|---|---|
| Max Charging Power (AC) | 11 kW | 11 kW |
| Max Charging Power (DC) | 88 kW | 100 kW |
| Architecture | 400 V | 400 V |
| Charge Port | CCS Type 2 | CCS Type 2 |
| Charging Score | 5.6 | 5.5 |
Performance
| Property | BYD Dolphin Comfort/Design | Alpine A290 220 hp |
|---|---|---|
| Drive Type | FWD | FWD |
| Motor Type | 1 motor: PMSM | 1 motor: EESM |
| Motor Power (kW) | 150 kW | 160 kW |
| Motor Power (hp) | 201 hp | 215 hp |
| Motor Torque | 229 lb-ft | 221 lb-ft |
| 0-60 mph | 6.7 s | 6.1 s |
| Top Speed | 99 mph | 106 mph |
| Performance Score | 3.5 | 3.8 |
Dimensions
| Property | BYD Dolphin Comfort/Design | Alpine A290 220 hp |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 168.9 in | 157.4 in |
| Width (with Mirrors) | 79.2 in | 79.5 in |
| Height | 61.8 in | 59.5 in |
| Wheelbase | 106.3 in | 99.8 in |
Cargo and Towing
| Property | BYD Dolphin Comfort/Design | Alpine A290 220 hp |
|---|---|---|
| Number of Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Curb Weight | 3655 lb | 3261 lb |
| Cargo Volume (Trunk) | 12.2 ft3 | 11.5 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume (Max) | 46.3 ft3 | 39.1 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume (Frunk) | - Cargo Volume (Frunk) | - Cargo Volume (Frunk) |
| Towing Capacity | - Towing Capacity | - Towing Capacity |
| Cargo and Towing Score | 4.5 | 3.8 |
