Global EV Comparison: BYD Dolphin Surf Active vs Citroën e-C3 Comfort Range

Both vehicles are currently in production and can be purchased new. The BYD Dolphin Surf Active (2025-…) has a starting price of €22990, compared to the Citroën e-C3 Comfort Range (2024-…), which starts at €23300.

The two vehicles share the same body style: Hatchback.

The Citroën e-C3 Comfort Range (2024-…) boasts a greater real-world range, a larger battery, and superior energy efficiency compared to the BYD Dolphin Surf Active (2025-…).

Both vehicles utilize a standard 400-volt architecture.

The Citroën e-C3 Comfort Range (2024-…) 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 Citroën e-C3 Comfort Range (2024-…) is limited to 7.4 kW.

Both vehicles are front-wheel drive.

Although the Citroën e-C3 Comfort Range (2024-…) has more power, the BYD Dolphin Surf Active (2025-…) achieves a faster 0-100 km/h time.

The BYD Dolphin Surf Active (2025-…) and Citroën e-C3 Comfort Range (2024-…) are about the same size.

Both models have similar wheelbase lengths.

The Citroën e-C3 Comfort Range (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).

The Citroën e-C3 Comfort Range (2024-…) has a towing capacity of up to 550 kg, whereas the BYD Dolphin Surf Active (2025-…) is not officially rated for towing in the EU.