Global EV Comparison: BYD Dolphin Boost vs Opel Corsa Electric 54 kWh
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General Info
Both vehicles are currently in production and can be purchased new. The BYD Dolphin Boost (2024-…) has a starting price of €32990, compared to the Opel Corsa Electric 54 kWh (2025-…), which starts at €31490.
The two vehicles share the same body style: Hatchback.
| Property | BYD Dolphin Boost | Opel Corsa Electric 54 kWh |
|---|---|---|
| Years of Production | 2024-… | 2025-… |
| Current Status | Produced | Produced |
| Country of Manufacture | China | Spain |
| Body Style | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Market Availability | EU | EU |
| Price Europe (New) | €32990 | €31490 |
| GCC Score | 5.3 | 5.3 |
Range and Efficiency
The Opel Corsa Electric 54 kWh (2025-…) boasts a greater real-world range, a larger battery, and superior energy efficiency compared to the BYD Dolphin Boost (2024-…).
| Property | BYD Dolphin Boost | Opel Corsa Electric 54 kWh |
|---|---|---|
| Range (WLTP) | 310 km | 429 km |
| Range (GCC) | 264 km | 373 km |
| Battery Capacity (Nominal) | 46 kWh | 54 kWh |
| Battery Capacity (Usable) | 44.9 kWh | 50.8 kWh |
| Efficiency per 100 km | 17 kWh/100 km | 13.6 kWh/100 km |
| Efficiency per kWh | 5.88 km/kWh | 7.34 km/kWh |
| Range and Efficiency Score | 5.5 | 7.8 |
Charging
Both vehicles utilize a standard 400-volt architecture.
The Opel Corsa Electric 54 kWh (2025-…) offers faster charging speeds at DC stations, reaching up to 100 kW, while the BYD Dolphin Boost (2024-…) maxes out at 65 kW.
The BYD Dolphin Boost (2024-…) features a more powerful on-board charger, supporting a maximum AC charging power of 11 kW, whereas the Opel Corsa Electric 54 kWh (2025-…) is limited to 7.4 kW.
| Property | BYD Dolphin Boost | Opel Corsa Electric 54 kWh |
|---|---|---|
| Max Charging Power (AC) | 11 kW | 7.4 kW |
| Max Charging Power (DC) | 65 kW | 100 kW |
| Architecture | 400 V | 400 V |
| Charge Port | CCS Type 2 | CCS Type 2 |
| Charging Score | 5.3 | 4.4 |
Performance
Both vehicles are front-wheel drive.
The BYD Dolphin Boost (2024-…) boasts greater motor power and accelerates faster from 0 to 100 km/h.
| Property | BYD Dolphin Boost | Opel Corsa Electric 54 kWh |
|---|---|---|
| Drive Type | FWD | FWD |
| Motor Type | PMSM | PMSM |
| Motor Power (kW) | 130 kW | 115 kW |
| Motor Power (hp) | 174 hp | 154 hp |
| Motor Torque | 260 Nm | 260 Nm |
| 0-100 km/h | 7.5 s | 8.1 s |
| Top Speed | 160 km/h | 150 km/h |
| Performance Score | 3.3 | 3.1 |
Dimensions
The BYD Dolphin Boost (2024-…) is longer and taller, but about the same width as the Opel Corsa Electric 54 kWh (2025-…).
The BYD Dolphin Boost (2024-…) boasts a more extended wheelbase.
| Property | BYD Dolphin Boost | Opel Corsa Electric 54 kWh |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 4290 mm | 4061 mm |
| Width (with Mirrors) | 2012 mm | 1960 mm |
| Width (w/o Mirrors) | 1770 mm | 1765 mm |
| Height | 1570 mm | 1435 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2700 mm | 2538 mm |
Cargo and Towing
The BYD Dolphin Boost (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 Boost | Opel Corsa Electric 54 kWh |
|---|---|---|
| Number of Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Curb Weight | 1568 kg | 1544 kg |
| Cargo Volume (Trunk) | 345 l | 267 l |
| Cargo Volume (Max) | 1310 l | 1042 l |
| Cargo Volume (Frunk) | - Cargo Volume (Frunk) | - Cargo Volume (Frunk) |
| Towing Capacity | - Towing Capacity | - Towing Capacity |
| Cargo and Towing Score | 4.4 | 3.6 |