Global EV Comparison: Hyundai Ioniq Electric Gen 2 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 Hyundai Ioniq Electric Gen 2 (2019-2022) has been discontinued. You can find it for as low as €14900 on the used car market.
The Hyundai Ioniq Electric Gen 2 (2019-2022) is a Liftback, whereas the BYD Dolphin Comfort/Design (2023-…) is a Hatchback.
| Property | Hyundai Ioniq Electric Gen 2 | BYD Dolphin Comfort/Design |
|---|---|---|
| Years of Production | 2019-2022 | 2023-… |
| Current Status | Discontinued | Produced |
| Country of Manufacture | South Korea | China |
| Body Style | Liftback | Hatchback |
| Market Availability | EU, USA | EU |
| Price Europe (New) | - Price Europe (New) | €32990 |
| Price Europe (Used) | €14900 | €27449 |
| GCC Score | 4.9 | 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 Hyundai Ioniq Electric Gen 2 (2019-2022).
| Property | Hyundai Ioniq Electric Gen 2 | BYD Dolphin Comfort/Design |
|---|---|---|
| Range (EPA) | 274 km | - Range (EPA) |
| Range (WLTP) | 311 km | 427 km |
| Range (GCC) | 262 km | 363 km |
| Battery Capacity (Nominal) | 40.4 kWh | 62 kWh |
| Battery Capacity (Usable) | 38.3 kWh | 60.4 kWh |
| Efficiency per 100 km | 14.6 kWh/100 km | 16.6 kWh/100 km |
| Efficiency per kWh | 6.84 km/kWh | 6.01 km/kWh |
| Range and Efficiency Score | 6.3 | 6.7 |
Charging
Both vehicles utilize a standard 400-volt architecture.
The BYD Dolphin Comfort/Design (2023-…) offers faster charging speeds at DC stations, reaching up to 88 kW, while the Hyundai Ioniq Electric Gen 2 (2019-2022) maxes out at 44 kW.
The BYD Dolphin Comfort/Design (2023-…) features a more powerful on-board charger, supporting a maximum AC charging power of 11 kW, whereas the Hyundai Ioniq Electric Gen 2 (2019-2022) is limited to 7.2 kW.
| Property | Hyundai Ioniq Electric Gen 2 | BYD Dolphin Comfort/Design |
|---|---|---|
| Max Charging Power (AC) | 7.2 kW | 11 kW |
| Max Charging Power (DC) | 44 kW | 88 kW |
| Architecture | 400 V | 400 V |
| Charge Port | CCS Type 2 | CCS Type 2 |
| Charging Score | 3.9 | 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 | Hyundai Ioniq Electric Gen 2 | BYD Dolphin Comfort/Design |
|---|---|---|
| Drive Type | FWD | FWD |
| Motor Type | PMSM | PMSM |
| Motor Power (kW) | 100 kW | 150 kW |
| Motor Power (hp) | 134 hp | 201 hp |
| Motor Torque | 295 Nm | 310 Nm |
| 0-100 km/h | 9.7 s | 7 s |
| Top Speed | 165 km/h | 160 km/h |
| Performance Score | 3 | 3.6 |
Dimensions
The Hyundai Ioniq Electric Gen 2 (2019-2022) is longer and wider, but the BYD Dolphin Comfort/Design (2023-…) is taller.
Both models have similar wheelbase lengths.
| Property | Hyundai Ioniq Electric Gen 2 | BYD Dolphin Comfort/Design |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 4470 mm | 4290 mm |
| Width (with Mirrors) | 2045 mm | 2012 mm |
| Width (w/o Mirrors) | 1820 mm | 1770 mm |
| Height | 1450 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2700 mm | 2700 mm |
Cargo and Towing
The Hyundai Ioniq Electric Gen 2 (2019-2022) 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 | Hyundai Ioniq Electric Gen 2 | BYD Dolphin Comfort/Design |
|---|---|---|
| Number of Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Curb Weight | 1602 kg | 1658 kg |
| Cargo Volume (Trunk) | 357 l | 345 l |
| Cargo Volume (Max) | 1417 l | 1310 l |
| Cargo Volume (Frunk) | - Cargo Volume (Frunk) | - Cargo Volume (Frunk) |
| Towing Capacity | - Towing Capacity | - Towing Capacity |
| Cargo and Towing Score | 4.1 | 4.4 |
