BYD Dolphin
Key Attributes
Product Summary
The BYD Dolphin is a compact pure-electric hatchback and the first model built on BYD's e-Platform 3.0, pairing a Blade LFP battery with heat-pump thermal management. The Smart Driving version features standard God's Eye C (DiPilot 100) intelligent driving and delivers up to 520
Product Details
The BYD Dolphin is a compact pure-electric hatchback and the first production model on BYD's e-Platform 3.0, designed for agile urban mobility with a youthful "Ocean Aesthetics" style. It pairs a Blade LFP battery with an integrated heat-pump thermal management system, and the Smart Driving version comes standard with the God's Eye C (DiPilot 100) intelligent driving system for a safe, smart and efficient daily EV experience.
Key Highlights
- e-Platform 3.0 – BYD's first model on the efficient 800V-ready architecture with an eight-in-one powertrain and a flat floor for class-leading interior space.
- Blade LFP Battery & Heat Pump – High-safety Blade battery with standard heat-pump thermal management for stable range in both hot and cold climates; up to 60.5 kWh capacity.
- God's Eye C (DiPilot 100) – Standard on the Smart Driving version with a triple-camera setup enabling high-speed NOA, full-scenario smart parking and 360° panoramic view.
- Flexible & Practical – 345 L trunk expanding to 1,320 L with rear seats folded, 5-door / 5-seat layout and a tidy 5.25 m turning radius for easy city maneuvering.
- Smart Cabin – 12.8" rotating center screen + 8.8" digital cluster with DiLink 100, OTA updates, 50W wireless charging and V2L 3.3 kW external discharge.
Variant Comparison
| Specification | Smart 420 Freedom | Smart 410 Fashion | Smart 520 Knight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | FWD |
| Motor Power | 70 kW | 130 kW | 150 kW |
| Motor Torque | 180 N·m | 290 N·m | 310 N·m |
| Battery Capacity | 45.12 kWh | 45.12 kWh | 60.48 kWh |
| CLTC Range | 420 km | 410 km | 520 km |
| 0–50 km/h | 4.3 s | 3.5 s | 3.5 s |
| Top Speed | 150 km/h | 160 km/h | 160 km/h |
| Fast Charge | 30–80% / ~30 min | 30–80% / ~30 min | 30–80% / ~25 min |
| Dimensions (L×W×H) | 4280×1770×1570 mm | 4280×1770×1570 mm | 4280×1770×1570 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2700 mm | 2700 mm | 2700 mm |
Common Specifications
| Item | Specification |
|---|---|
| Body Type | Compact hatchback, 5 doors / 5 seats |
| Platform | BYD e-Platform 3.0 |
| Battery Type | Blade Lithium Iron Phosphate (LFP) |
| Suspension | MacPherson front / four-link (Knight/Fashion/Freedom) or torsion beam (Active) |
| AC Charging | 7 kW AC |
| V2L | 3.3 kW external discharge |
| ADAS | God's Eye C (DiPilot 100) on Smart Driving version, 360° camera |
| Infotainment | 12.8" rotating center screen + 8.8" cluster, DiLink 100, OTA, 50W wireless charging |
| Storage | 345 L – 1,320 L trunk |
| Thermal Mgmt | Heat-pump system (standard) |
| Warranty | 6 years / 150,000 km (battery lifetime for first owner) |
Available in multiple two-tone exterior colors. Left-hand-drive configuration; vehicles are shipped from China and can be converted to right-hand-drive per destination-market requirements. Each unit is exported with full compliance certification for the target market. Global logistics and container/ro-ro shipping can be arranged to most destinations.