USA EV Comparison: BYD Dolphin Comfort/Design vs Hyundai Kona Electric Standard Range

Both vehicles are currently in production. The Hyundai Kona Electric Standard Range (2023-…) has a starting price of $32675, while the BYD Dolphin Comfort/Design (2023-…) is not sold in the United States.

The BYD Dolphin Comfort/Design (2023-…) is a Hatchback, whereas the Hyundai Kona Electric Standard Range (2023-…) is a SUV.

While the BYD Dolphin Comfort/Design (2023-…) offers a longer real-world range and a bigger battery, it is less energy-efficient than the Hyundai Kona Electric Standard Range (2023-…).

Both vehicles utilize a standard 400-volt architecture.

The BYD Dolphin Comfort/Design (2023-…) offers faster charging speeds at DC stations, reaching up to 88 kW, while the Hyundai Kona Electric Standard Range (2023-…) maxes out at 75 kW.

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

Both vehicles are front-wheel drive.

The BYD Dolphin Comfort/Design (2023-…) boasts greater motor power and accelerates faster from 0 to 60 mph.

The Hyundai Kona Electric Standard Range (2023-…) is wider, but has a similar length and height to the BYD Dolphin Comfort/Design (2023-…).

Both models have similar wheelbase lengths.

The Hyundai Kona Electric Standard Range (2023-…) provides more cargo capacity, featuring both a larger trunk and more space with the rear seats folded.

A frunk (front trunk) is available in the Hyundai Kona Electric Standard Range (2023-…), but the BYD Dolphin Comfort/Design (2023-…) doesn’t have one.

The Hyundai Kona Electric Standard Range (2023-…) has a towing capacity of up to 661 lb, whereas the BYD Dolphin Comfort/Design (2023-…) is not officially rated for towing in the US.