Global EV Comparison: Lancia Ypsilon 54 kWh HF vs BYD Dolphin Comfort/Design
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General Info
Both vehicles are currently in production and can be purchased new. The Lancia Ypsilon 54 kWh HF (2025-...) has a starting price of €40950, compared to the BYD Dolphin Comfort/Design (2023-…), which starts at €32990.
The two vehicles share the same body style: Hatchback.
| Property | Lancia Ypsilon 54 kWh HF | BYD Dolphin Comfort/Design |
|---|---|---|
| Years of Production | 2025-… | 2023-… |
| Current Status | Produced | Produced |
| Country of Manufacture | Spain | China |
| Body Style | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Market Availability | EU | EU |
| Price Europe (New) | €40950 | €32990 |
| Price Europe (Used) | - Price Europe (Used) | €27449 |
| GCC Score | 5.4 | 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 Lancia Ypsilon 54 kWh HF (2025-...).
| Property | Lancia Ypsilon 54 kWh HF | BYD Dolphin Comfort/Design |
|---|---|---|
| Range (WLTP) | 370 km | 427 km |
| Range (GCC) | 315 km | 363 km |
| Battery Capacity (Nominal) | 54 kWh | 62 kWh |
| Battery Capacity (Usable) | 50.8 kWh | 60.4 kWh |
| Efficiency per 100 km | 16.1 kWh/100 km | 16.6 kWh/100 km |
| Efficiency per kWh | 6.2 km/kWh | 6.01 km/kWh |
| Range and Efficiency Score | 6.3 | 6.7 |
Charging
Both vehicles utilize a standard 400-volt architecture.
The Lancia Ypsilon 54 kWh HF (2025-...) offers faster charging speeds at DC stations, reaching up to 100 kW, while the BYD Dolphin Comfort/Design (2023-…) maxes out at 88 kW.
Both vehicles are equipped with the same on-board charger, supporting a maximum AC charging power of 11 kW.
| Property | Lancia Ypsilon 54 kWh HF | BYD Dolphin Comfort/Design |
|---|---|---|
| Max Charging Power (AC) | 11 kW | 11 kW |
| Max Charging Power (DC) | 100 kW | 88 kW |
| Architecture | 400 V | 400 V |
| Charge Port | CCS Type 2 | CCS Type 2 |
| Charging Score | 5.4 | 5.6 |
Performance
Both vehicles are front-wheel drive.
The Lancia Ypsilon 54 kWh HF (2025-...) boasts greater motor power and accelerates faster from 0 to 100 km/h.
| Property | Lancia Ypsilon 54 kWh HF | BYD Dolphin Comfort/Design |
|---|---|---|
| Drive Type | FWD | FWD |
| Motor Type | PMSM | PMSM |
| Motor Power (kW) | 207 kW | 150 kW |
| Motor Power (hp) | 278 hp | 201 hp |
| Motor Torque | 345 Nm | 310 Nm |
| 0-100 km/h | 5.6 s | 7 s |
| Top Speed | 180 km/h | 160 km/h |
| Performance Score | 4.4 | 3.6 |
Dimensions
The BYD Dolphin Comfort/Design (2023-…) is longer and taller, but about the same width as the Lancia Ypsilon 54 kWh HF (2025-...).
The BYD Dolphin Comfort/Design (2023-…) boasts a more extended wheelbase.
| Property | Lancia Ypsilon 54 kWh HF | BYD Dolphin Comfort/Design |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 4080 mm | 4290 mm |
| Width (with Mirrors) | 1987 mm | 2012 mm |
| Width (w/o Mirrors) | 1787 mm | 1770 mm |
| Height | 1424 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2556 mm | 2700 mm |
Cargo and Towing
The BYD Dolphin Comfort/Design (2023-…) 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 54 kWh HF | BYD Dolphin Comfort/Design |
|---|---|---|
| Number of Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Curb Weight | 1631 kg | 1658 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 |
