Global EV Comparison: BYD Dolphin Active vs Mini Cooper E
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General Info
Both vehicles are currently in production and can be purchased new. The BYD Dolphin Active (2024-…) has a starting price of €29990, compared to the Mini Cooper E (2023-…), which starts at €32900.
The two vehicles share the same body style: Hatchback.
| Property | BYD Dolphin Active | Mini Cooper E |
|---|---|---|
| Years of Production | 2024-… | 2023-… |
| Current Status | Produced | Produced |
| Country of Manufacture | China | China |
| Body Style | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Market Availability | EU | EU |
| Price Europe (New) | €29990 | €32900 |
| Price Europe (Used) | - Price Europe (Used) | €30999 |
| GCC Score | 4.8 | 5.3 |
Range and Efficiency
While the BYD Dolphin Active (2024-…) offers a longer real-world range and a bigger battery, it is less energy-efficient than the Mini Cooper E (2023-…).
| Property | BYD Dolphin Active | Mini Cooper E |
|---|---|---|
| Range (WLTP) | 340 km | 307 km |
| Range (GCC) | 289 km | 262 km |
| Battery Capacity (Nominal) | 46 kWh | 40.7 kWh |
| Battery Capacity (Usable) | 44.9 kWh | 36.6 kWh |
| Efficiency per 100 km | 15.5 kWh/100 km | 14 kWh/100 km |
| Efficiency per kWh | 6.44 km/kWh | 7.16 km/kWh |
| Range and Efficiency Score | 6.2 | 6.5 |
Charging
Both vehicles utilize a standard 400-volt architecture.
The Mini Cooper E (2023-…) offers faster charging speeds at DC stations, reaching up to 70 kW, while the BYD Dolphin Active (2024-…) maxes out at 65 kW.
The Mini Cooper E (2023-…) features a more powerful on-board charger, supporting a maximum AC charging power of 11 kW, whereas the BYD Dolphin Active (2024-…) is limited to 7 kW.
| Property | BYD Dolphin Active | Mini Cooper E |
|---|---|---|
| Max Charging Power (AC) | 7 kW | 11 kW |
| Max Charging Power (DC) | 65 kW | 70 kW |
| Architecture | 400 V | 400 V |
| Charge Port | CCS Type 2 | CCS Type 2 |
| Charging Score | 3.9 | 5.1 |
Performance
Both vehicles are front-wheel drive.
The Mini Cooper E (2023-…) boasts greater motor power and accelerates faster from 0 to 100 km/h.
| Property | BYD Dolphin Active | Mini Cooper E |
|---|---|---|
| Drive Type | FWD | FWD |
| Motor Type | PMSM | PMSM |
| Motor Power (kW) | 70 kW | 135 kW |
| Motor Power (hp) | 94 hp | 181 hp |
| Motor Torque | 180 Nm | 290 Nm |
| 0-100 km/h | 12.3 s | 7.3 s |
| Top Speed | 150 km/h | 160 km/h |
| Performance Score | 2 | 3.5 |
Dimensions
The BYD Dolphin Active (2024-…) is longer and taller, but about the same width as the Mini Cooper E (2023-…).
The BYD Dolphin Active (2024-…) boasts a more extended wheelbase.
| Property | BYD Dolphin Active | Mini Cooper E |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 4290 mm | 3858 mm |
| Width (with Mirrors) | 2012 mm | 1967 mm |
| Width (w/o Mirrors) | 1770 mm | 1756 mm |
| Height | 1570 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2700 mm | 2526 mm |
Cargo and Towing
The BYD Dolphin Active (2024-…) 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 Active | Mini Cooper E |
|---|---|---|
| Number of Seats | 5 | 4 |
| Curb Weight | 1506 kg | 1500 kg |
| Cargo Volume (Trunk) | 345 l | 200 l |
| Cargo Volume (Max) | 1310 l | 800 l |
| Cargo Volume (Frunk) | - Cargo Volume (Frunk) | - Cargo Volume (Frunk) |
| Towing Capacity | - Towing Capacity | - Towing Capacity |
| Cargo and Towing Score | 4.4 | 3.6 |
