Global EV Comparison: Leapmotor T03 Electric vs BYD Dolphin Surf Active
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General Info
Both vehicles are currently in production and can be purchased new. The Leapmotor T03 (2024-..) has a starting price of €18900, compared to the BYD Dolphin Surf Active (2025-…), which starts at €22990.
The two vehicles share the same body style: Hatchback.
| Property | Leapmotor T03 Electric | BYD Dolphin Surf Active |
|---|---|---|
| Years of Production | 2024-… | 2025-… |
| Current Status | Produced | Produced |
| Country of Manufacture | China, Poland | China |
| Body Style | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Market Availability | EU | EU |
| Price Europe (New) | €18900 | €22990 |
| Price Europe (Used) | €17990 | - Price Europe (Used) |
| GCC Score | 4.3 | 4.8 |
Range and Efficiency
While the Leapmotor T03 (2024-..) offers a longer real-world range and a bigger battery, it is less energy-efficient than the BYD Dolphin Surf Active (2025-…).
| Property | Leapmotor T03 Electric | BYD Dolphin Surf Active |
|---|---|---|
| Range (WLTP) | 265 km | 220 km |
| Range (GCC) | 225 km | 187 km |
| Battery Capacity (Nominal) | 41.3 kWh | 32 kWh |
| Battery Capacity (Usable) | 37.3 kWh | 30 kWh |
| Efficiency per 100 km | 16.6 kWh/100 km | 16 kWh/100 km |
| Efficiency per kWh | 6.03 km/kWh | 6.23 km/kWh |
| Range and Efficiency Score | 5.4 | 5.4 |
Charging
Both vehicles utilize a standard 400-volt architecture.
The BYD Dolphin Surf Active (2025-…) offers faster charging speeds at DC stations, reaching up to 65 kW, while the Leapmotor T03 (2024-..) maxes out at 48 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 Leapmotor T03 (2024-..) is limited to 6.6 kW.
| Property | Leapmotor T03 Electric | BYD Dolphin Surf Active |
|---|---|---|
| Max Charging Power (AC) | 6.6 kW | 11 kW |
| Max Charging Power (DC) | 48 kW | 65 kW |
| Architecture | 400 V | 400 V |
| Charge Port | CCS Type 2 | CCS Type 2 |
| Charging Score | 3.6 | 5 |
Performance
Both vehicles are front-wheel drive.
Although the Leapmotor T03 (2024-..) has more power, the BYD Dolphin Surf Active (2025-…) achieves a faster 0-100 km/h time.
| Property | Leapmotor T03 Electric | BYD Dolphin Surf Active |
|---|---|---|
| Drive Type | FWD | FWD |
| Motor Type | IM | PMSM |
| Motor Power (kW) | 70 kW | 65 kW |
| Motor Power (hp) | 94 hp | 87 hp |
| Motor Torque | 158 Nm | 175 Nm |
| 0-100 km/h | 12.7 s | 11.1 s |
| Top Speed | 130 km/h | 150 km/h |
| Performance Score | 1.6 | 2.2 |
Dimensions
The BYD Dolphin Surf Active (2025-…) is longer and wider, but about the same height as the Leapmotor T03 (2024-..).
The BYD Dolphin Surf Active (2025-…) boasts a more extended wheelbase.
| Property | Leapmotor T03 Electric | BYD Dolphin Surf Active |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 3620 mm | 3990 mm |
| Width (with Mirrors) | - Width (with Mirrors) | 1970 mm |
| Width (w/o Mirrors) | 1652 mm | 1720 mm |
| Height | 1577 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2400 mm | 2500 mm |
Cargo and Towing
The BYD Dolphin Surf Active (2025-…) 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 | Leapmotor T03 Electric | BYD Dolphin Surf Active |
|---|---|---|
| Number of Seats | 4 | 4 |
| Curb Weight | 1175 kg | 1294 kg |
| Cargo Volume (Trunk) | 210 l | 308 l |
| Cargo Volume (Max) | 880 l | 1037 l |
| Cargo Volume (Frunk) | - Cargo Volume (Frunk) | - Cargo Volume (Frunk) |
| Towing Capacity | - Towing Capacity | - Towing Capacity |
| Cargo and Towing Score | 4.1 | 4.2 |
