Global EV Comparison: Lancia Ypsilon 51 kWh vs BYD Dolphin Boost
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General Info
The BYD Dolphin Boost (2024-…) is currently produced, it has a starting price of €32990. The Lancia Ypsilon 51 kWh (2024-2025) has been discontinued. You can find it for as low as €34900 on the used car market.
The two vehicles share the same body style: Hatchback.
| Property | Lancia Ypsilon 51 kWh | BYD Dolphin Boost |
|---|---|---|
| Years of Production | 2024-2025 | 2024-… |
| Current Status | Discontinued | Produced |
| Country of Manufacture | Spain | China |
| Body Style | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Market Availability | EU | EU |
| Price Europe (New) | - Price Europe (New) | €32990 |
| Price Europe (Used) | €34900 | - Price Europe (Used) |
| GCC Score | 5.3 | 5.3 |
Range and Efficiency
The Lancia Ypsilon 51 kWh (2024-2025) boasts a greater real-world range, a larger battery, and superior energy efficiency compared to the BYD Dolphin Boost (2024-…).
| Property | Lancia Ypsilon 51 kWh | BYD Dolphin Boost |
|---|---|---|
| Range (WLTP) | 403 km | 310 km |
| Range (GCC) | 349 km | 264 km |
| Battery Capacity (Nominal) | 51 kWh | 46 kWh |
| Battery Capacity (Usable) | 48.1 kWh | 44.9 kWh |
| Efficiency per 100 km | 13.8 kWh/100 km | 17 kWh/100 km |
| Efficiency per kWh | 7.26 km/kWh | 5.88 km/kWh |
| Range and Efficiency Score | 7.4 | 5.5 |
Charging
Both vehicles utilize a standard 400-volt architecture.
The Lancia Ypsilon 51 kWh (2024-2025) offers faster charging speeds at DC stations, reaching up to 100 kW, while the BYD Dolphin Boost (2024-…) maxes out at 65 kW.
Both vehicles are equipped with the same on-board charger, supporting a maximum AC charging power of 11 kW.
| Property | Lancia Ypsilon 51 kWh | BYD Dolphin Boost |
|---|---|---|
| Max Charging Power (AC) | 11 kW | 11 kW |
| Max Charging Power (DC) | 100 kW | 65 kW |
| Architecture | 400 V | 400 V |
| Charge Port | CCS Type 2 | CCS Type 2 |
| Charging Score | 5.4 | 5.3 |
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 | Lancia Ypsilon 51 kWh | BYD Dolphin Boost |
|---|---|---|
| Drive Type | FWD | FWD |
| Motor Type | PMSM | PMSM |
| Motor Power (kW) | 115 kW | 130 kW |
| Motor Power (hp) | 154 hp | 174 hp |
| Motor Torque | 260 Nm | 260 Nm |
| 0-100 km/h | 8.2 s | 7.5 s |
| Top Speed | 150 km/h | 160 km/h |
| Performance Score | 3.1 | 3.3 |
Dimensions
The BYD Dolphin Boost (2024-…) is longer and taller, but about the same width as the Lancia Ypsilon 51 kWh (2024-2025).
The BYD Dolphin Boost (2024-…) boasts a more extended wheelbase.
| Property | Lancia Ypsilon 51 kWh | BYD Dolphin Boost |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 4080 mm | 4290 mm |
| Width (with Mirrors) | 1955 mm | 2012 mm |
| Width (w/o Mirrors) | 1760 mm | 1770 mm |
| Height | 1440 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2545 mm | 2700 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 | Lancia Ypsilon 51 kWh | BYD Dolphin Boost |
|---|---|---|
| Number of Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Curb Weight | 1561 kg | 1568 kg |
| Cargo Volume (Trunk) | 309 l | 345 l |
| Cargo Volume (Max) | 1118 l | 1310 l |
| Cargo Volume (Frunk) | - Cargo Volume (Frunk) | - Cargo Volume (Frunk) |
| Towing Capacity | - Towing Capacity | - Towing Capacity |
| Cargo and Towing Score | 3.6 | 4.4 |
