Global EV Comparison: Mini Cooper JCW vs BYD Dolphin Surf Comfort
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General Info
Both vehicles are currently in production and can be purchased new. The Mini Cooper JCW (2024-…) has a starting price of €40650, compared to the BYD Dolphin Surf Comfort (2025-…), which starts at €26690.
The two vehicles share the same body style: Hatchback.
| Property | Mini Cooper JCW | BYD Dolphin Surf Comfort |
|---|---|---|
| Years of Production | 2024-… | 2025-… |
| Current Status | Produced | Produced |
| Country of Manufacture | China | China |
| Body Style | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Market Availability | EU | EU |
| Price Europe (New) | €40650 | €26690 |
| GCC Score | 5.5 | 5.1 |
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 | Mini Cooper JCW | BYD Dolphin Surf Comfort |
|---|---|---|
| Range (WLTP) | 371 km | 310 km |
| Range (GCC) | 321 km | 264 km |
| Battery Capacity (Nominal) | 54.2 kWh | 46 kWh |
| Battery Capacity (Usable) | 49.2 kWh | 43.2 kWh |
| Efficiency per 100 km | 15.3 kWh/100 km | 16.4 kWh/100 km |
| Efficiency per kWh | 6.52 km/kWh | 6.11 km/kWh |
| Range and Efficiency Score | 6.7 | 5.7 |
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 | Mini Cooper JCW | BYD Dolphin Surf Comfort |
|---|---|---|
| Max Charging Power (AC) | 11 kW | 11 kW |
| Max Charging Power (DC) | 95 kW | 85 kW |
| Architecture | 400 V | 400 V |
| Charge Port | CCS Type 2 | CCS Type 2 |
| Charging Score | 5.5 | 5.3 |
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 | Mini Cooper JCW | BYD Dolphin Surf Comfort |
|---|---|---|
| Drive Type | FWD | FWD |
| Motor Type | PMSM | PMSM |
| Motor Power (kW) | 190 kW | 115 kW |
| Motor Power (hp) | 255 hp | 154 hp |
| Motor Torque | 350 Nm | 220 Nm |
| 0-100 km/h | 5.9 s | 9.1 s |
| Top Speed | 200 km/h | 150 km/h |
| Performance Score | 4.4 | 2.8 |
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 | Mini Cooper JCW | BYD Dolphin Surf Comfort |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 3858 mm | 3990 mm |
| Width (with Mirrors) | 1967 mm | 1970 mm |
| Width (w/o Mirrors) | 1756 mm | 1720 mm |
| Height | 1460 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2526 mm | 2500 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 | Mini Cooper JCW | BYD Dolphin Surf Comfort |
|---|---|---|
| Number of Seats | 4 | 4 |
| Curb Weight | 1730 kg | 1390 kg |
| Cargo Volume (Trunk) | 200 l | 308 l |
| Cargo Volume (Max) | 800 l | 1037 l |
| Cargo Volume (Frunk) | - Cargo Volume (Frunk) | - Cargo Volume (Frunk) |
| Towing Capacity | - Towing Capacity | - Towing Capacity |
| Cargo and Towing Score | 3.6 | 4.2 |
