Price shown is On The Road Price: it includes VAT, first year VED, vehicle first registration fee, number plates and delivery. Lease estimate is based on a BCH calculation excluding VAT, 6+35 months payment profile, 10,000 miles per annum, excluding optional maintenance package. For comparison only, actual lease offers can differ significantly from the indication shown.
Real Range Estimation between 115 - 255 mi
City - Cold Weather *
165 mi
Highway - Cold Weather *
115 mi
Combined - Cold Weather *
140 mi
City - Mild Weather *
255 mi
Highway - Mild Weather *
150 mi
Combined - Mild Weather *
190 mi
Indication of real-world range in several situations. Cold weather: 'worst-case' based on -10°C and use of heating. Mild weather: 'best-case' based on 23°C and no use of A/C. For 'Highway' figures a constant speed of 70 mph is assumed. The actual range will depend on speed, style of driving, weather and route conditions.
The 'long distance suitability' is a 5-star rating that indicates how suitable a vehicle is for long trips. The rating is based on the 1-Stop Range: the total distance a vehicle can cover with one charging stop of 15 minutes.
† This can only be achieved using a 3-phase grid connection. The majority of homes and charge points do not have this connection. In practice charge power will often be 7.4 kW, allowing for a charge time of 7 hours and a charge speed of 24 mph.
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Performance
Acceleration 0 - 62 mph
12.1 sec
Top Speed
93 mph
Electric Range *
165 mi
Total Power
65 kW (87 hp)
Total Torque
129 lb-ft
Drive
Front
Bidirectional Charging (V2X / BPT)
Vehicle-to-Load (V2L)
V2L Supported
Yes
Max. Output Power
3.3 kW AC
Exterior Outlet(s)
1 x Type 2 (Adapter)
Interior Outlet(s)
-
Vehicle-to-Home (V2H)
V2H via AC Supported
No
Max. Output Power
-
V2H via DC Supported
No
Max. Output Power
-
Vehicle-to-Grid (V2G)
V2G via AC Supported
No
Max. Output Power
-
V2G via DC Supported
No
Max. Output Power
-
Energy Consumption
EVDB Real Range
Range *
165 mi
Vehicle Consumption *
262 Wh/mi
CO2 Emissions
0 g/km
Vehicle Fuel Equivalent *
155 mpg
WLTP Ratings
Range
200 mi
Rated Consumption
251 Wh/mi
Vehicle Consumption
216 Wh/mi
CO2 Emissions
0 g/km
Rated Fuel Equivalent
161 mpg
Vehicle Fuel Equivalent
187 mpg
Rated = official figures as published by manufacturer. Rated consumption and fuel equivalency figures include charging losses. Vehicle = calculated battery energy consumption used by the vehicle for propulsion and on-board systems. NOTE: The fuel equivalency figures are shown in IMPERIAL MPG. Figures in US MPG will differ significantly.
Real Energy Consumption Estimation between 169 - 376 Wh/mi
City - Cold Weather *
262 Wh/mi
Highway - Cold Weather *
376 Wh/mi
Combined - Cold Weather *
309 Wh/mi
City - Mild Weather *
169 Wh/mi
Highway - Mild Weather *
288 Wh/mi
Combined - Mild Weather *
227 Wh/mi
Indication of real-world energy use in several situations. Cold weather: 'worst-case' based on -10°C and use of heating. Mild weather: 'best-case' based on 23°C and no use of A/C. For 'Highway' figures a constant speed of 70 mph is assumed. The energy use will depend on speed, style of driving, climate and route conditions.
* = estimated value. Average energy consumption and range based on moderate drive style and climate. Real-life values may differ significantly. Pricing information might not be actual for some regions. No rights can be derived from the information on this site.
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Range comparision based on electric range only. Rapid charging comparison based on rapid charge rate. Comparisons can be based on estimates.
Home and Destination Charging (0 -> 100%)
Charging is possible by using a regular wall plug or a charging station. Public charging is always done through a charging station. How fast the EV can charge depends on the charging station (EVSE) used and the maximum charging capacity of the EV. The table below shows all possible options for charging the BYD DOLPHIN SURF 43.2 kWh Boost. Each option shows how fast the battery can be charged from empty to full.
Type 2 (Mennekes - IEC 62196)
Charging Point
Max. Power
Power
Time
Rate
Wall Plug (2.3 kW)
230V / 1x10A
2.3 kW
22h15m
7 mph
1-phase 16A (3.7 kW)
230V / 1x16A
3.7 kW
13h45m
12 mph
1-phase 32A (7.4 kW)
230V / 1x32A
7.4 kW
7 hours
24 mph
3-phase 16A (11 kW)
400V / 3x16A
11 kW
4h45m
35 mph
3-phase 32A (22 kW)
400V / 3x16A
11 kW †
4h45m
35 mph
† = Limited by on-board charger, vehicle cannot charge faster.
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Rapid Charging (10 -> 80%)
Rapid charging enables longer journeys by adding as much range as possible in the shortest amount of time. Charging power will decrease significantly after 80% state-of-charge has been reached. A typical rapid charge therefore rarely exceeds 80% SoC. The rapid charge rate of an EV depends on the charger used and the maximum charging power the EV can handle. The table below shows all details for rapid charging the BYD DOLPHIN SURF 43.2 kWh Boost.
Max. Power: maximum power provided by charge point
Avg. Power: average power provided by charge point over a session from 10% to 80%
Time: time needed to charge from 10% to 80%
Rate: average charging speed over a session from 10% to 80%
Combined Charging System (CCS Combo 2)
Charging Point
Max. Power
Avg. Power
Time
Rate
CCS (50 kW DC)
50 kW
40 kW †
48 min
140 mph
CCS (100 kW DC)
85 kW †
60 kW †
32 min
210 mph
CCS (150 kW DC)
85 kW †
60 kW †
32 min
210 mph
This vehicle supports Autocharge
This vehicle does not support Plug & Charge
† = Limited by charging capabilities of vehicle
Autocharge: allows for automatic initiation of a charging session at supported CCS charging stations.
Plug & Charge: allows for automatic initiation of a charging session at supported CCS charging stations in accordance with ISO 15118.
Actual charging rates may differ from data shown due to factors like outside temperature, state of the battery and driving style.
BYD Claimed Specifications
The table below shows the claimed specifications from the manufacturer for charging the BYD DOLPHIN SURF 43.2 kWh Boost. The specifications can differ from the table above for a variety of reasons. If real-world charge tests are available, these differences can be signifcant. If no real-world tests are available, the table above will be based on the manufacturer specifications as per the table below.
Max. Power: maximum charge power during charging session
Charge From: battery percentage (% SoC) where charging session is started
Charge To: battery percentage (% SoC) where charging session is ended
Time: time needed for charging session
BYD Claimed Specifications
Max. Power
Charge From
Charge To
Time
85 kW
10 %
80 %
30 min
Long Distance Suitability
How suitable an electric car is for long trips depends not only on the range. How quickly the car can charge plays an almost equally important role. Whether an EV is suitable for long trips depends on the battery capacity, efficiency, and fast charging capability.
To easily compare cars among each other, a benchmark has been established that combines these factors into the total distance a vehicle can cover with one 15-minute charging stop: the '1-Stop Range'. Based on the 1-Stop Range, the 5-star rating is determined. The result of the benchmark is shown in the graph below.
1-Stop Range
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Based on the driving profile and assumptions below, the 1-Stop Range is determined. The sum of the distance covered in both trip legs is the 1-Stop Range. For vehicles that cannot fast charge, only the distance from the first leg applies.
Driving Profile
Start with a fully charged battery
Drive until 10% battery charge is reached (leg 1)
Fast charge: 15 minutes
Drive until 10% battery charge is reached (leg 2)
Assumptions
Speed, climate, and external conditions based on Real Range Highway
No time required for starting and stopping the charging session
The charger can always supply the charging power requested by the vehicle
The battery is in optimal condition
In practice, it is impossible to exactly meet the driving profile and assumptions. The benchmark is therefore only suitable for comparing vehicles under standardized conditions.
5-Star Rating
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The 1-Stop Range describes the distance the vehicle can cover with one 15-minute charging stop. To clearly show the impact of temperature, the 1-Stop Range is determined for three weather conditions. These weather conditions are identical to those in the Real Range benchmark. The 1-Stop Range under average conditions determines the number of stars awarded. The star rating provides a quick way to assess whether a car is suitable for long trips compared to other cars.
Assignment of Stars in 2025
0
less than 124 mi (200 km)
1
from 124 mi (200 km) to 202 mi (325 km)
2
from 202 mi (325 km) to 280 mi (450 km)
3
from 280 mi (450 km) to 357 mi (575 km)
4
from 357 mi (575 km) to 435 mi (700 km)
5
more than 435 mi (700 km)
Star ratings are based on thresholds in kilometers. Mile values shown for reference.
Vehicles with a result between these threshold values receive a rating based on a linear scale. Haalf stars are possible.
Revision of Rating
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Annual Revision
The technology of electric cars is developing rapidly. To ensure that the rating remains relevant, the threshold values are evaluated annually. These threshold values apply to all vehicles, including used vehicles. This makes it possible to compare each car against each other based on the current state of technology.
1-Stop Range
The underlying 1-Stop Range is not revised annually. The total distance that a specific vehicle can cover with one 15-minute charging stop remains the same. If the vehicle itself receives an update that changes the 1-Stop Range, then this change will also be reflected in the rating.
BYD DOLPHIN SURF 43.2 kWh Boost
1.5 / 5
0
1
2
3
4
5
137 mi
2h 0min
15 min
64 mi
56min
120 mi
1h 45min
15 min
56 mi
49min
176 mi
(2h 49min)
106 mi
1h 33min
15 min
50 mi
44min
156 mi
(2h 32min)
0 mi
100
200
300
400
Mild Weather
201 mi
1-Stop Range
Average Conditions
176 mi
1-Stop Range
Cold Weather
156 mi
1-Stop Range
All about the BYD DOLPHIN SURF 43.2 kWh Boost
Pricing
The BYD DOLPHIN SURF 43.2 kWh Boost has an On The Road Price (OTR) of £21,950. The OTR Price includes VAT, first year of VED, vehicle first registration fee, number plates and delivery.
Drivetrain and Performance
The BYD DOLPHIN SURF 43.2 kWh Boost is a full electric vehicle (BEV). The maximum power of the BYD DOLPHIN SURF 43.2 kWh Boost is 65 kW (87 hp). The maximum torque is 129 lb-ft. The BYD DOLPHIN SURF 43.2 kWh Boost is front wheel drive and can accelerate from 0 to 62 miles per hour in 12.1 seconds. The top speed is 93 mph.
Battery and Charging
The battery of the BYD DOLPHIN SURF 43.2 kWh Boost has an estimated total capacity of 46 kWh. The usable capacity is 43.2 kWh. An estimated range of about 165 miles is achievable on a fully charged battery. The actual range will however depend on several factors including climate, terrain, use of climate control systems and driving style.
For example: sustaining high speeds in cold weather could result in a range of around 115 mi. However, driving at low speeds in mild weather will increase the range to around 255 mi.
Charging is done using a Type 2 connector and the on-board charger has a maximum power of 11 kW. This charges a fully depleted battery back to full in around 4 hours 45 minutes. However, a 3-phase grid connection is needed to achieve this. The majority of homes and charge points currently do not have this connection. In most cases the maximum charging power will be 7.4 kW, allowing for a charge time of 7 hours and a charge rate of 24 mph. Charging the car using a regular wall plug will take around 22 hours 15 minutes.
Rapid charging is possible through a CCS connection. The maximum rapid charge power is 85 kW. The battery can't be charged continuously at this power. In an average rapid charge session the average charge power will be around 60 kW. This charges the battery from 10% to 80% in around 35 minutes. A rapid charge like this will add about 115 miles of range.
Energy Consumption
The estimated combined (motorway and city) energy consumption of the BYD DOLPHIN SURF 43.2 kWh Boost is about 262 Wh per mile. By comparison, this energy consumption is the equivalent of a fuel consumption of 155 mpg in a traditional petrol car.
The actual energy consumption will depend on several factors including climate, terrain, use of climate control systems and driving style. For example: sustaining high speeds in cold weather could result in an energy use of around 376 Wh per mile. However, driving at low speeds in mild weather will increase the efficiency to about 169 Wh per mile.
CO2 Emission
The BYD DOLPHIN SURF 43.2 kWh Boost emits no CO2 during driving. This only includes direct emissions from the vehicle itself. The energy needed to charge the battery might have been (partly) generated by the use of fossil fuels. Vehicles with an internal combustion engine will always emit CO2 during driving. Additionally, CO2 is emitted during the production and transport of fossil fuels.
More information from BYD
The link below will open the page of the DOLPHIN SURF on the official BYD site.
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