BYD Dolphin Comfort/Design vs Mini Countryman E
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General Info
Both vehicles are currently in production and can be purchased new. The BYD Dolphin Comfort/Design (2023-…) has a starting price of €32990, compared to the Mini Countryman E (2024-…), which starts at €43500.
The BYD Dolphin Comfort/Design (2023-…) is a Hatchback, whereas the Mini Countryman E (2024-…) is a SUV.
| Property | BYD Dolphin Comfort/Design | Mini Countryman E |
|---|---|---|
| Years of Production | 2023-… | 2024-… |
| Current Status | Produced | Produced |
| Country of Manufacture | China | Germany |
| Body Style | Hatchback | SUV |
| Market Availability | EU | EU |
| Price Europe (New) | €32990 | €43500 |
| Price Europe (Used) | €27449 | - Price Europe (Used) |
| GCC Score | 5.7 | 6.2 |
Range and Efficiency
The Mini Countryman E (2024-…) boasts a greater real-world range, a larger battery, and superior energy efficiency compared to the BYD Dolphin Comfort/Design (2023-…).
| Property | BYD Dolphin Comfort/Design | Mini Countryman E |
|---|---|---|
| Range (WLTP) | 427 km | 462 km |
| Range (GCC) | 363 km | 393 km |
| Battery Capacity (Nominal) | 62 kWh | 66.5 kWh |
| Battery Capacity (Usable) | 60.4 kWh | 64.7 kWh |
| Efficiency per 100 km | 16.6 kWh/100 km | 16.5 kWh/100 km |
| Efficiency per kWh | 6.01 km/kWh | 6.07 km/kWh |
| Range and Efficiency Score | 6.9 | 7.3 |
Charging
Both vehicles utilize a standard 400-volt architecture.
The Mini Countryman E (2024-…) offers faster charging speeds at DC stations, reaching up to 128 kW, while the BYD Dolphin Comfort/Design (2023-…) maxes out at 88 kW.
Both vehicles are equipped with the same on-board charger, supporting a maximum AC charging power of 11 kW.
| Property | BYD Dolphin Comfort/Design | Mini Countryman E |
|---|---|---|
| Max Charging Power (AC) | 11 kW | 11 kW |
| Max Charging Power (DC) | 88 kW | 128 kW |
| Architecture | 400 V | 400 V |
| Charge Port | CCS Type 2 | CCS Type 2 |
| Charging Score | 5.6 | 5.8 |
Performance
Both vehicles are front-wheel drive.
Both cars offer the same motor power, but the BYD Dolphin Comfort/Design (2023-…) achieves a faster 0-100 km/h time.
| Property | BYD Dolphin Comfort/Design | Mini Countryman E |
|---|---|---|
| Drive Type | FWD | FWD |
| Motor Type | PMSM | PMSM |
| Motor Power (kW) | 150 kW | 150 kW |
| Motor Power (hp) | 201 hp | 201 hp |
| Motor Torque | 310 Nm | 250 Nm |
| 0-100 km/h | 7 s | 8.6 s |
| Top Speed | 160 km/h | 170 km/h |
| Performance Score | 3.5 | 3.3 |
Dimensions
The Mini Countryman E (2024-…) is longer, wider, and taller.
Both models have similar wheelbase lengths.
| Property | BYD Dolphin Comfort/Design | Mini Countryman E |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 4290 mm | 4433 mm |
| Width (with Mirrors) | 2012 mm | 2069 mm |
| Width (w/o Mirrors) | 1770 mm | 1843 mm |
| Height | 1570 mm | 1656 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2700 mm | 2692 mm |
Cargo and Towing
The Mini Countryman E (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 Mini Countryman E (2024-…) has a towing capacity of up to 750 kg, whereas the BYD Dolphin Comfort/Design (2023-…) is not officially rated for towing in the EU.
| Property | BYD Dolphin Comfort/Design | Mini Countryman E |
|---|---|---|
| Number of Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Curb Weight | 1658 kg | 1940 kg |
| Cargo Volume (Trunk) | 345 l | 460 l |
| Cargo Volume (Max) | 1310 l | 1450 l |
| Cargo Volume (Frunk) | - Cargo Volume (Frunk) | - Cargo Volume (Frunk) |
| Towing Capacity | - Towing Capacity | 750 kg |
| Cargo and Towing Score | 4.4 | 6.6 |
