USA EV Comparison: Renault 5 E-Tech EV52 150hp vs BYD Dolphin Surf Comfort

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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 Renault 5 E-Tech EV52 150hp BYD Dolphin Surf Comfort
Years of Production 2024-… 2025-…
Current Status Produced Produced
Country of Manufacture France China
Body Style Hatchback Hatchback
Market Availability EU EU
GCC Score 5.5 5.1

Range and Efficiency

The Renault 5 E-Tech EV52 150hp (2024-...) boasts a greater real-world range, a larger battery, and superior energy efficiency compared to the BYD Dolphin Surf Comfort (2025-…).

Property Renault 5 E-Tech EV52 150hp BYD Dolphin Surf Comfort
Range (WLTP) 255 mi 193 mi
Range (GCC) 217 mi 164 mi
Battery Capacity (Nominal) 55 kWh 46 kWh
Battery Capacity (Usable) 52 kWh 43.2 kWh
Efficiency per 100 mi 24 kWh/100 mi 26.3 kWh/100 mi
Efficiency per kWh 4.17 mi/kWh 3.8 mi/kWh
Range and Efficiency Score 7.1 5.7

Charging

Both vehicles utilize a standard 400-volt architecture.

The Renault 5 E-Tech EV52 150hp (2024-...) offers faster charging speeds at DC stations, reaching up to 100 kW, while the BYD Dolphin Surf Comfort (2025-…) maxes out at 85 kW.

Both vehicles are equipped with the same on-board charger, supporting a maximum AC charging power of 11 kW.

Property Renault 5 E-Tech EV52 150hp BYD Dolphin Surf Comfort
Max Charging Power (AC) 11 kW 11 kW
Max Charging Power (DC) 100 kW 85 kW
Architecture 400 V 400 V
Charge Port CCS Type 2 CCS Type 2
Charging Score 5.5 5.3

Performance

Both vehicles are front-wheel drive.

Although the BYD Dolphin Surf Comfort (2025-…) has more power, the Renault 5 E-Tech EV52 150hp (2024-...) achieves a faster 0-60 mph time.

Property Renault 5 E-Tech EV52 150hp BYD Dolphin Surf Comfort
Drive Type FWD FWD
Motor Type EESM PMSM
Motor Power (kW) 110 kW 115 kW
Motor Power (hp) 150 hp 154 hp
Motor Torque 181 lb-ft 162 lb-ft
0-60 mph 7.7 s 8.7 s
Top Speed 93 mph 93 mph
Performance Score 3 2.8

Dimensions

The Renault 5 E-Tech EV52 150hp (2024-...) has a wider body, offering a more shoulder room, while the BYD Dolphin Surf Comfort (2025-…) stands taller for a more elevated driving position. Despite these differences, their lengths are nearly identical.

Both models have similar wheelbase lengths.

Property Renault 5 E-Tech EV52 150hp BYD Dolphin Surf Comfort
Length 154.4 in 157.1 in
Width (with Mirrors) 79.5 in 77.6 in
Width (w/o Mirrors) 71.2 in 67.7 in
Height 59 in 62.6 in
Wheelbase 100 in 98.4 in

Cargo and Towing

The Renault 5 E-Tech EV52 150hp (2024-...) provides more cargo capacity, featuring both a larger trunk and more space with the rear seats folded.

Neither car is equipped with a frunk (front trunk).

The Renault 5 E-Tech EV52 150hp (2024-...) has a towing capacity of up to 1102 lb, whereas the BYD Dolphin Surf Comfort (2025-…) is not officially rated for towing in the US.

Property Renault 5 E-Tech EV52 150hp BYD Dolphin Surf Comfort
Number of Seats 5 4
Curb Weight 3360 lb 3064 lb
Cargo Volume (Trunk) 11.5 ft3 10.9 ft3
Cargo Volume (Max) 39.1 ft3 36.6 ft3
Cargo Volume (Frunk) - Cargo Volume (Frunk) - Cargo Volume (Frunk)
Towing Capacity 1102 lb - Towing Capacity
Cargo and Towing Score 4.2 4.2
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