BYD Dolphin Surf Comfort

Overview

The 2025 BYD Dolphin Surf Comfort splashes into the compact EV scene, aiming to make waves as an affordable and stylish city slicker. This new "Surf" iteration, specifically in Comfort trim, packs a surprising amount of charm for its segment. It’s all about accessible electric motoring with a fresh design twist. With a keen starting price around €26,690 in the EU, it's poised to be a popular choice for urban adventurers looking to go green without breaking the bank, offering a practical entry into the BYD electric family.

What's New for 2025?

For 2025, BYD introduces the "Surf" variant to the Dolphin lineup, and the Comfort trim is your entry ticket to this fresh take. This isn't just a minor refresh; the Dolphin Surf brings a distinct character, potentially tweaked styling elements or specific feature sets that differentiate it from the regular Dolphin. Think of it as BYD sharpening its already popular city EV to better catch the eye of European buyers. The focus remains on value, but with an added dash of coastal cool for the new model year.

Design & Exterior

The BYD Dolphin Surf Comfort is a compact hatchback that rides the "Ocean Aesthetics" design wave, looking quite chic for a city runabout. It measures up at a nimble 3990 mm long, 1720 mm wide (excluding mirrors), and 1590 mm tall, making it a doddle to park. The Surf Comfort trim likely sports some unique exterior touches, perhaps distinct wheel designs or colour options, setting it apart. Expect full LED lighting to keep things looking modern and bright, front and back, fitting its perky personality.

Interior, Tech & Cargo

Hop inside the Dolphin Surf Comfort, and you’ll find a surprisingly funky and modern cabin for its class. BYD usually delivers on decent materials and a clean layout. Passenger space is geared for four, offering good comfort for city jaunts. Boot space is a practical 308 litres, expanding to a useful 1037 litres with the rear seats flopped down. Sadly, no frunk here. A large rotating central touchscreen, a BYD signature, will likely handle infotainment, complete with smartphone mirroring for all your apps.

Performance & Driving Experience

Under the bonnet, or rather, floor, the Dolphin Surf Comfort packs a single Permanent Magnet Synchronous Motor (PMSM) sending 115 kW and a decent 220 Nm of torque to the front wheels. This setup allows for a brisk 0-100 km/h sprint in just 9.1 seconds – nippy enough for city cut-and-thrust driving, topping out at 150 km/h. Expect a comfortable ride quality, ideal for soaking up urban imperfections, with light steering making it a breeze to manoeuvre. Multiple regenerative braking modes should also be on offer.

Range, Battery & Charging

The Dolphin Surf Comfort is powered by a 43.2 kWh usable battery pack, delivering a Green Cars Compare estimated real-world range of around 264 km – pretty handy for daily duties. Efficiency is rated at a solid 6.11 km/kWh. For charging, its CCS Type 2 port, compatible with its 400V architecture, supports up to 11 kW AC, meaning a full top-up takes around 4 hours at home. When you’re out and about, it can guzzle electrons at up to 85 kW from a DC fast charger, zapping the battery quickly.

Safety & Driver-Assistance Features

While the specific Dolphin Surf Comfort hasn't been Euro NCAP tested yet, the standard BYD Dolphin scored a full five stars in 2023, which bodes well. Expect a comprehensive suite of safety kit as standard, likely including essentials like Autonomous Emergency Braking, Lane Keep Assist, and possibly even Adaptive Cruise Control. BYD typically doesn’t skimp on safety, so features like blind-spot monitoring and traffic sign recognition might also be part of the Comfort package, keeping you secure on your urban adventures.

Warranty & Maintenance Coverage

BYD typically backs its EVs with a solid warranty package in Europe. Expect something like a 6-year/150,000 km general vehicle warranty for the Dolphin Surf Comfort. The crucial battery pack often gets an even longer 8-year/200,000 km warranty, usually guaranteeing at least 70% of its original capacity. Powertrain coverage is generally aligned with the vehicle warranty. While specific complimentary maintenance isn't always standard, BYD's LFP batteries are known for their longevity, hinting at good long-term reliability for this little electric runabout.