Global EV Comparison: BYD Dolphin Surf Boost vs Citroën e-C3 Comfort Range
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General Info
Both vehicles are currently in production and can be purchased new. The BYD Dolphin Surf Boost (2025-…) has a starting price of €24990, compared to the Citroën e-C3 Comfort Range (2024-…), which starts at €23300.
The two vehicles share the same body style: Hatchback.
| Property | BYD Dolphin Surf Boost | Citroën e-C3 Comfort Range |
|---|---|---|
| Years of Production | 2025-… | 2024-… |
| Current Status | Produced | Produced |
| Country of Manufacture | China | Slovakia |
| Body Style | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Market Availability | EU | EU |
| Price Europe (New) | €24990 | €23300 |
| GCC Score | 5 | 4.8 |
Range and Efficiency
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 Boost (2025-…).
| Property | BYD Dolphin Surf Boost | Citroën e-C3 Comfort Range |
|---|---|---|
| Range (WLTP) | 322 km | 326 km |
| Range (GCC) | 274 km | 280 km |
| Battery Capacity (Nominal) | 46 kWh | 45 kWh |
| Battery Capacity (Usable) | 43.2 kWh | 44 kWh |
| Efficiency per 100 km | 15.8 kWh/100 km | 15.7 kWh/100 km |
| Efficiency per kWh | 6.34 km/kWh | 6.36 km/kWh |
| Range and Efficiency Score | 6 | 6.1 |
Charging
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 Boost (2025-…) maxes out at 85 kW.
The BYD Dolphin Surf Boost (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.
| Property | BYD Dolphin Surf Boost | Citroën e-C3 Comfort Range |
|---|---|---|
| Max Charging Power (AC) | 11 kW | 7.4 kW |
| Max Charging Power (DC) | 85 kW | 100 kW |
| Architecture | 400 V | 400 V |
| Charge Port | CCS Type 2 | CCS Type 2 |
| Charging Score | 5.3 | 4.2 |
Performance
Both vehicles are front-wheel drive.
The Citroën e-C3 Comfort Range (2024-…) boasts greater motor power and accelerates faster from 0 to 100 km/h.
| Property | BYD Dolphin Surf Boost | Citroën e-C3 Comfort Range |
|---|---|---|
| Drive Type | FWD | FWD |
| Motor Type | PMSM | PMSM |
| Motor Power (kW) | 65 kW | 83 kW |
| Motor Power (hp) | 87 hp | 111 hp |
| Motor Torque | 175 Nm | 120 Nm |
| 0-100 km/h | 12.1 s | 11.5 s |
| Top Speed | 150 km/h | 135 km/h |
| Performance Score | 2 | 1.9 |
Dimensions
The BYD Dolphin Surf Boost (2025-…) and Citroën e-C3 Comfort Range (2024-…) are about the same size.
Both models have similar wheelbase lengths.
| Property | BYD Dolphin Surf Boost | Citroën e-C3 Comfort Range |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 3990 mm | 4015 mm |
| Width (with Mirrors) | 1970 mm | 1813 mm |
| Width (w/o Mirrors) | 1720 mm | 1755 mm |
| Height | 1590 mm | 1577 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2500 mm | 2540 mm |
Cargo and Towing
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 Boost (2025-…) is not officially rated for towing in the EU.
| Property | BYD Dolphin Surf Boost | Citroën e-C3 Comfort Range |
|---|---|---|
| Number of Seats | 4 | 5 |
| Curb Weight | 1370 kg | 1491 kg |
| Cargo Volume (Trunk) | 308 l | 310 l |
| Cargo Volume (Max) | 1037 l | 1200 l |
| Cargo Volume (Frunk) | - Cargo Volume (Frunk) | - Cargo Volume (Frunk) |
| Towing Capacity | - Towing Capacity | 550 kg |
| Cargo and Towing Score | 4.2 | 4.6 |
