Video Summary
The BYD Dolphin Surf has a divisive design, with a sporty feel. Its compact city car nature challenges the Hyundai Insta and Dacia Spring. The top model features a 45-kilowatt hour battery with a range starting under 20,000 pounds. Value for money is better when compared to the Hyundai Insta.Exterior design details include a ‘bonnet bra’ at the front and contour cladding. Top trim levels have proper alloys and either 15 or 16 inch alloy wheels. It has a sleek styling, sharp bumpers, and a prominent wing. The light bar styling runs the center of the boot.
The interior is more subtle and has a large amount of plastic. There are 20 storage sections. Seating is 4 with suede effects and wing bucket seats which are heated in the top spec model and not real leather. The presenter likes the physical buttons, but has issues about wheel spin at quick launch.
Charging ports are USB and USB-C. The prominent touchscreen rotates; the presenter found it the perfect size, but notes others may see it as a stick-on tablet.
The driver-assist and safety tech includes traffic sign recognition and lane assist. Overall, the compact electric vehicle is efficient and affordable with a quirky character.
