Global EV Comparison: BYD Dolphin Surf Comfort vs Dolphin Surf Active
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General Info
Both vehicles are currently in production and can be purchased new. The BYD Dolphin Surf Comfort (2025-…) has a starting price of €26690, compared to the BYD Dolphin Surf Active (2025-…), which starts at €22990.
The two vehicles share the same body style: Hatchback.
| Property | BYD Dolphin Surf Comfort | BYD Dolphin Surf Active |
|---|---|---|
| Years of Production | 2025-… | 2025-… |
| Current Status | Produced | Produced |
| Country of Manufacture | China | China |
| Body Style | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Market Availability | EU | EU |
| Price Europe (New) | €26690 | €22990 |
| GCC Score | 5.1 | 4.8 |
Range and Efficiency
While the BYD Dolphin Surf Comfort (2025-…) offers a longer real-world range and a bigger battery, it is less energy-efficient than the BYD Dolphin Surf Active (2025-…).
| Property | BYD Dolphin Surf Comfort | BYD Dolphin Surf Active |
|---|---|---|
| Range (WLTP) | 310 km | 220 km |
| Range (GCC) | 264 km | 187 km |
| Battery Capacity (Nominal) | 46 kWh | 32 kWh |
| Battery Capacity (Usable) | 43.2 kWh | 30 kWh |
| Efficiency per 100 km | 16.4 kWh/100 km | 16 kWh/100 km |
| Efficiency per kWh | 6.11 km/kWh | 6.23 km/kWh |
| Range and Efficiency Score | 5.7 | 5.4 |
Charging
Both vehicles utilize a standard 400-volt architecture.
The BYD Dolphin Surf Comfort (2025-…) offers faster charging speeds at DC stations, reaching up to 85 kW, while the BYD Dolphin Surf Active (2025-…) maxes out at 65 kW.
Both vehicles are equipped with the same on-board charger, supporting a maximum AC charging power of 11 kW.
| Property | BYD Dolphin Surf Comfort | BYD Dolphin Surf Active |
|---|---|---|
| Max Charging Power (AC) | 11 kW | 11 kW |
| Max Charging Power (DC) | 85 kW | 65 kW |
| Architecture | 400 V | 400 V |
| Charge Port | CCS Type 2 | CCS Type 2 |
| Charging Score | 5.3 | 5 |
Performance
Both vehicles are front-wheel drive.
The BYD Dolphin Surf Comfort (2025-…) boasts greater motor power and accelerates faster from 0 to 100 km/h.
| Property | BYD Dolphin Surf Comfort | BYD Dolphin Surf Active |
|---|---|---|
| Drive Type | FWD | FWD |
| Motor Type | PMSM | PMSM |
| Motor Power (kW) | 115 kW | 65 kW |
| Motor Power (hp) | 154 hp | 87 hp |
| Motor Torque | 220 Nm | 175 Nm |
| 0-100 km/h | 9.1 s | 11.1 s |
| Top Speed | 150 km/h | 150 km/h |
| Performance Score | 2.8 | 2.2 |
Dimensions
The BYD Dolphin Surf Comfort (2025-…) and BYD Dolphin Surf Active (2025-…) are about the same size.
Both models have similar wheelbase lengths.
| Property | BYD Dolphin Surf Comfort | BYD Dolphin Surf Active |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 3990 mm | 3990 mm |
| Width (with Mirrors) | 1970 mm | 1970 mm |
| Width (w/o Mirrors) | 1720 mm | 1720 mm |
| Height | 1590 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2500 mm | 2500 mm |
Cargo and Towing
Both models provide equal trunk space and the same total cargo volume when the rear seats are folded.
Neither car is equipped with a frunk (front trunk).
Neither vehicle is officially rated for towing in in the EU.
| Property | BYD Dolphin Surf Comfort | BYD Dolphin Surf Active |
|---|---|---|
| Number of Seats | 4 | 4 |
| Curb Weight | 1390 kg | 1294 kg |
| Cargo Volume (Trunk) | 308 l | 308 l |
| Cargo Volume (Max) | 1037 l | 1037 l |
| Cargo Volume (Frunk) | - Cargo Volume (Frunk) | - Cargo Volume (Frunk) |
| Towing Capacity | - Towing Capacity | - Towing Capacity |
| Cargo and Towing Score | 4.2 | 4.2 |
