Global EV Comparison: BYD Dolphin Surf Comfort vs Mini Cooper JCW
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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 Mini Cooper JCW (2024-…), which starts at €40650.
The two vehicles share the same body style: Hatchback.
| Property | BYD Dolphin Surf Comfort | Mini Cooper JCW |
|---|---|---|
| Years of Production | 2025-… | 2024-… |
| Current Status | Produced | Produced |
| Country of Manufacture | China | China |
| Body Style | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Market Availability | EU | EU |
| Price Europe (New) | €26690 | €40650 |
| GCC Score | 5.1 | 5.5 |
Range and Efficiency
The Mini Cooper JCW (2024-…) boasts a greater real-world range, a larger battery, and superior energy efficiency compared to the BYD Dolphin Surf Comfort (2025-…).
| Property | BYD Dolphin Surf Comfort | Mini Cooper JCW |
|---|---|---|
| Range (WLTP) | 310 km | 371 km |
| Range (GCC) | 264 km | 321 km |
| Battery Capacity (Nominal) | 46 kWh | 54.2 kWh |
| Battery Capacity (Usable) | 43.2 kWh | 49.2 kWh |
| Efficiency per 100 km | 16.4 kWh/100 km | 15.3 kWh/100 km |
| Efficiency per kWh | 6.11 km/kWh | 6.52 km/kWh |
| Range and Efficiency Score | 5.7 | 6.7 |
Charging
Both vehicles utilize a standard 400-volt architecture.
The Mini Cooper JCW (2024-…) offers faster charging speeds at DC stations, reaching up to 95 kW, while the BYD Dolphin Surf Comfort (2025-…) maxes out at 85 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 | Mini Cooper JCW |
|---|---|---|
| Max Charging Power (AC) | 11 kW | 11 kW |
| Max Charging Power (DC) | 85 kW | 95 kW |
| Architecture | 400 V | 400 V |
| Charge Port | CCS Type 2 | CCS Type 2 |
| Charging Score | 5.3 | 5.5 |
Performance
Both vehicles are front-wheel drive.
The Mini Cooper JCW (2024-…) boasts greater motor power and accelerates faster from 0 to 100 km/h.
| Property | BYD Dolphin Surf Comfort | Mini Cooper JCW |
|---|---|---|
| Drive Type | FWD | FWD |
| Motor Type | PMSM | PMSM |
| Motor Power (kW) | 115 kW | 190 kW |
| Motor Power (hp) | 154 hp | 255 hp |
| Motor Torque | 220 Nm | 350 Nm |
| 0-100 km/h | 9.1 s | 5.9 s |
| Top Speed | 150 km/h | 200 km/h |
| Performance Score | 2.8 | 4.4 |
Dimensions
The BYD Dolphin Surf Comfort (2025-…) is longer and taller, but the Mini Cooper JCW (2024-…) is wider.
Both models have similar wheelbase lengths.
| Property | BYD Dolphin Surf Comfort | Mini Cooper JCW |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 3990 mm | 3858 mm |
| Width (with Mirrors) | 1970 mm | 1967 mm |
| Width (w/o Mirrors) | 1720 mm | 1756 mm |
| Height | 1590 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2500 mm | 2526 mm |
Cargo and Towing
The BYD Dolphin Surf Comfort (2025-…) 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).
Neither vehicle is officially rated for towing in in the EU.
| Property | BYD Dolphin Surf Comfort | Mini Cooper JCW |
|---|---|---|
| Number of Seats | 4 | 4 |
| Curb Weight | 1390 kg | 1730 kg |
| Cargo Volume (Trunk) | 308 l | 200 l |
| Cargo Volume (Max) | 1037 l | 800 l |
| Cargo Volume (Frunk) | - Cargo Volume (Frunk) | - Cargo Volume (Frunk) |
| Towing Capacity | - Towing Capacity | - Towing Capacity |
| Cargo and Towing Score | 4.2 | 3.6 |
