USA EV Comparison: Citroën e-C3 Comfort Range vs BYD Dolphin Comfort/Design
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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 | Citroën e-C3 Comfort Range | BYD Dolphin Comfort/Design |
|---|---|---|
| Years of Production | 2024-… | 2023-… |
| Current Status | Produced | Produced |
| Country of Manufacture | Slovakia | China |
| Body Style | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Market Availability | EU | EU |
| GCC Score | 4.8 | 5.7 |
Range and Efficiency
While the BYD Dolphin Comfort/Design (2023-…) offers a longer real-world range and a bigger battery, it is less energy-efficient than the Citroën e-C3 Comfort Range (2024-…).
| Property | Citroën e-C3 Comfort Range | BYD Dolphin Comfort/Design |
|---|---|---|
| Range (WLTP) | 203 mi | 265 mi |
| Range (GCC) | 174 mi | 226 mi |
| Battery Capacity (Nominal) | 45 kWh | 62 kWh |
| Battery Capacity (Usable) | 44 kWh | 60.4 kWh |
| Efficiency per 100 mi | 25.3 kWh/100 mi | 26.7 kWh/100 mi |
| Efficiency per kWh | 3.95 mi/kWh | 3.74 mi/kWh |
| Range and Efficiency Score | 6.1 | 6.7 |
Charging
Both vehicles utilize a standard 400-volt architecture.
The Citroën e-C3 Comfort Range (2024-…) offers faster charging speeds at DC stations, reaching up to 100 kW, while the BYD Dolphin Comfort/Design (2023-…) maxes out at 88 kW.
The BYD Dolphin Comfort/Design (2023-…) features a more powerful on-board charger, supporting a maximum AC charging power of 11 kW, whereas the Citroën e-C3 Comfort Range (2024-…) is limited to 7.4 kW.
| Property | Citroën e-C3 Comfort Range | BYD Dolphin Comfort/Design |
|---|---|---|
| Max Charging Power (AC) | 7.4 kW | 11 kW |
| Max Charging Power (DC) | 100 kW | 88 kW |
| Architecture | 400 V | 400 V |
| Charge Port | CCS Type 2 | CCS Type 2 |
| Charging Score | 4.2 | 5.6 |
Performance
Both vehicles are front-wheel drive.
The BYD Dolphin Comfort/Design (2023-…) boasts greater motor power and accelerates faster from 0 to 60 mph.
| Property | Citroën e-C3 Comfort Range | BYD Dolphin Comfort/Design |
|---|---|---|
| Drive Type | FWD | FWD |
| Motor Type | PMSM | PMSM |
| Motor Power (kW) | 83 kW | 150 kW |
| Motor Power (hp) | 111 hp | 201 hp |
| Motor Torque | 89 lb-ft | 229 lb-ft |
| 0-60 mph | 11.1 s | 6.7 s |
| Top Speed | 84 mph | 99 mph |
| Performance Score | 1.9 | 3.6 |
Dimensions
The BYD Dolphin Comfort/Design (2023-…) is longer, but has a similar width and height to the Citroën e-C3 Comfort Range (2024-…).
The BYD Dolphin Comfort/Design (2023-…) boasts a more extended wheelbase.
| Property | Citroën e-C3 Comfort Range | BYD Dolphin Comfort/Design |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 158.1 in | 168.9 in |
| Width (with Mirrors) | 71.4 in | 79.2 in |
| Width (w/o Mirrors) | 69.1 in | 69.7 in |
| Height | 62.1 in | 61.8 in |
| Wheelbase | 100 in | 106.3 in |
Cargo and Towing
The BYD Dolphin Comfort/Design (2023-…) 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 Citroën e-C3 Comfort Range (2024-…) has a towing capacity of up to 1212 lb, whereas the BYD Dolphin Comfort/Design (2023-…) is not officially rated for towing in the US.
| Property | Citroën e-C3 Comfort Range | BYD Dolphin Comfort/Design |
|---|---|---|
| Number of Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Curb Weight | 3287 lb | 3655 lb |
| Cargo Volume (Trunk) | 10.9 ft3 | 12.2 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume (Max) | 42.4 ft3 | 46.3 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume (Frunk) | - Cargo Volume (Frunk) | - Cargo Volume (Frunk) |
| Towing Capacity | 1212 lb | - Towing Capacity |
| Cargo and Towing Score | 4.6 | 4.4 |
