Global EV Comparison: Peugeot e-208 51 kWh vs BYD Dolphin Surf Active
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General Info
The BYD Dolphin Surf Active (2025-…) is currently produced, it has a starting price of €22990. The Peugeot e-208 51 kWh (2022-2023) has been discontinued. You can find it for as low as €19990 on the used car market.
The two vehicles share the same body style: Hatchback.
| Property | Peugeot e-208 51 kWh | BYD Dolphin Surf Active |
|---|---|---|
| Years of Production | 2022-2023 | 2025-… |
| Current Status | Discontinued | Produced |
| Country of Manufacture | Slovakia | China |
| Body Style | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Market Availability | EU | EU |
| Price Europe (New) | - Price Europe (New) | €22990 |
| Price Europe (Used) | €19990 | - Price Europe (Used) |
| GCC Score | 5.1 | 4.8 |
Range and Efficiency
The Peugeot e-208 51 kWh (2022-2023) boasts a greater real-world range, a larger battery, and superior energy efficiency compared to the BYD Dolphin Surf Active (2025-…).
| Property | Peugeot e-208 51 kWh | BYD Dolphin Surf Active |
|---|---|---|
| Range (WLTP) | 398 km | 220 km |
| Range (GCC) | 338 km | 187 km |
| Battery Capacity (Nominal) | 51 kWh | 32 kWh |
| Battery Capacity (Usable) | 48.1 kWh | 30 kWh |
| Efficiency per 100 km | 14.2 kWh/100 km | 16 kWh/100 km |
| Efficiency per kWh | 7.03 km/kWh | 6.23 km/kWh |
| Range and Efficiency Score | 7.2 | 5.4 |
Charging
Both vehicles utilize a standard 400-volt architecture.
The Peugeot e-208 51 kWh (2022-2023) offers faster charging speeds at DC stations, reaching up to 100 kW, while the BYD Dolphin Surf Active (2025-…) maxes out at 65 kW.
The BYD Dolphin Surf Active (2025-…) features a more powerful on-board charger, supporting a maximum AC charging power of 11 kW, whereas the Peugeot e-208 51 kWh (2022-2023) is limited to 7.4 kW.
| Property | Peugeot e-208 51 kWh | BYD Dolphin Surf Active |
|---|---|---|
| Max Charging Power (AC) | 7.4 kW | 11 kW |
| Max Charging Power (DC) | 100 kW | 65 kW |
| Architecture | 400 V | 400 V |
| Charge Port | CCS Type 2 | CCS Type 2 |
| Charging Score | 4.3 | 5 |
Performance
Both vehicles are front-wheel drive.
The Peugeot e-208 51 kWh (2022-2023) boasts greater motor power and accelerates faster from 0 to 100 km/h.
| Property | Peugeot e-208 51 kWh | 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 | 260 Nm | 175 Nm |
| 0-100 km/h | 8.2 s | 11.1 s |
| Top Speed | 150 km/h | 150 km/h |
| Performance Score | 3 | 2.2 |
Dimensions
The Peugeot e-208 51 kWh (2022-2023) has a wider body, offering a more shoulder room, while the BYD Dolphin Surf Active (2025-…) stands taller for a more elevated driving position. Despite these differences, their lengths are nearly identical.
Both models have similar wheelbase lengths.
| Property | Peugeot e-208 51 kWh | BYD Dolphin Surf Active |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 4055 mm | 3990 mm |
| Width (with Mirrors) | 1960 mm | 1970 mm |
| Width (w/o Mirrors) | 1765 mm | 1720 mm |
| Height | 1430 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2540 mm | 2500 mm |
Cargo and Towing
The BYD Dolphin Surf Active (2025-…) features a larger trunk, but the Peugeot e-208 51 kWh (2022-2023) offers greater maximum cargo capacity 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 | Peugeot e-208 51 kWh | BYD Dolphin Surf Active |
|---|---|---|
| Number of Seats | 5 | 4 |
| Curb Weight | 1530 kg | 1294 kg |
| Cargo Volume (Trunk) | 265 l | 308 l |
| Cargo Volume (Max) | 1106 l | 1037 l |
| Cargo Volume (Frunk) | - Cargo Volume (Frunk) | - Cargo Volume (Frunk) |
| Towing Capacity | - Towing Capacity | - Towing Capacity |
| Cargo and Towing Score | 3.5 | 4.2 |
