Global EV Comparison: Renault Zoe Z.E. 40 R75/R90 Entry vs BYD Dolphin Comfort/Design
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General Info
The BYD Dolphin Comfort/Design (2023-…) is currently produced, it has a starting price of €32990. The Renault Zoe Z.E. 40 R75/R90 Entry (2016-2018) has been discontinued. You can find it for as low as €5990 on the used car market.
The two vehicles share the same body style: Hatchback.
| Property | Renault Zoe Z.E. 40 R75/R90 Entry | BYD Dolphin Comfort/Design |
|---|---|---|
| Years of Production | 2016-2018 | 2023-… |
| Current Status | Discontinued | Produced |
| Country of Manufacture | France | China |
| Body Style | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Market Availability | EU | EU |
| Price Europe (New) | - Price Europe (New) | €32990 |
| Price Europe (Used) | €5990 | €27449 |
| GCC Score | 5.3 | 5.7 |
Range and Efficiency
While the BYD Dolphin Comfort/Design (2023-…) offers a longer real-world range and a bigger battery, it is less energy-efficient than the Renault Zoe Z.E. 40 R75/R90 Entry (2016-2018).
| Property | Renault Zoe Z.E. 40 R75/R90 Entry | BYD Dolphin Comfort/Design |
|---|---|---|
| Range (WLTP) | - Range (WLTP) | 427 km |
| Range (GCC) | 302 km | 363 km |
| Battery Capacity (Nominal) | 44.1 kWh | 62 kWh |
| Battery Capacity (Usable) | 41 kWh | 60.4 kWh |
| Efficiency per 100 km | 13.6 kWh/100 km | 16.6 kWh/100 km |
| Efficiency per kWh | 7.37 km/kWh | 6.01 km/kWh |
| Range and Efficiency Score | 7.1 | 6.8 |
Charging
Both vehicles utilize a standard 400-volt architecture.
The Renault Zoe Z.E. 40 R75/R90 Entry (2016-2018) has no DC fast charging capability, whereas the BYD Dolphin Comfort/Design (2023-…) can charge at up to 88 kW.
The Renault Zoe Z.E. 40 R75/R90 Entry (2016-2018) features a more powerful on-board charger, supporting a maximum AC charging power of 22 kW, whereas the BYD Dolphin Comfort/Design (2023-…) is limited to 11 kW.
| Property | Renault Zoe Z.E. 40 R75/R90 Entry | BYD Dolphin Comfort/Design |
|---|---|---|
| Max Charging Power (AC) | 22 kW | 11 kW |
| Max Charging Power (DC) | - Max Charging Power (DC) | 88 kW |
| Architecture | 400 V | 400 V |
| Charge Port | Type 2 (Mennekes) | CCS Type 2 |
| Charging Score | 6.1 | 5.6 |
Performance
Both vehicles are front-wheel drive.
The BYD Dolphin Comfort/Design (2023-…) boasts greater motor power and accelerates faster from 0 to 100 km/h.
| Property | Renault Zoe Z.E. 40 R75/R90 Entry | BYD Dolphin Comfort/Design |
|---|---|---|
| Drive Type | FWD | FWD |
| Motor Type | PMSM | PMSM |
| Motor Power (kW) | 57 kW | 150 kW |
| Motor Power (hp) | 76 hp | 201 hp |
| Motor Torque | 210 Nm | 310 Nm |
| 0-100 km/h | 15.5 s | 7 s |
| Top Speed | 135 km/h | 160 km/h |
| Performance Score | 1.5 | 3.5 |
Dimensions
The BYD Dolphin Comfort/Design (2023-…) is longer and wider, but about the same height as the Renault Zoe Z.E. 40 R75/R90 Entry (2016-2018).
The BYD Dolphin Comfort/Design (2023-…) boasts a more extended wheelbase.
| Property | Renault Zoe Z.E. 40 R75/R90 Entry | BYD Dolphin Comfort/Design |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 4084 mm | 4290 mm |
| Width (with Mirrors) | 1945 mm | 2012 mm |
| Width (w/o Mirrors) | 1730 mm | 1770 mm |
| Height | 1562 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2588 mm | 2700 mm |
Cargo and Towing
The BYD Dolphin Comfort/Design (2023-…) 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 | Renault Zoe Z.E. 40 R75/R90 Entry | BYD Dolphin Comfort/Design |
|---|---|---|
| Number of Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Curb Weight | 1480 kg | 1658 kg |
| Cargo Volume (Trunk) | 338 l | 345 l |
| Cargo Volume (Max) | 1225 l | 1310 l |
| Cargo Volume (Frunk) | - Cargo Volume (Frunk) | - Cargo Volume (Frunk) |
| Towing Capacity | - Towing Capacity | - Towing Capacity |
| Cargo and Towing Score | 4.2 | 4.5 |
