What is the BYD Dolphin?
The BYD Dolphin is a fully electric, five-door hatchback for everyday driving. Its first generation, code EA1, arrived in Europe in 2023 and remains on sale. BYD places the car in its Ocean line, whose design draws inspiration from the sea.
BYD began as a battery maker before expanding into car manufacturing. The Dolphin reflects that electric-car focus: it uses the maker’s e-Platform 3.0 and Blade Battery.
Engines and power
Every Dolphin in the European figures is electric. Across the seven versions, power ranges from 65 kW (88 PS) to 380 kW (517 PS).
How economical is the BYD Dolphin?
In European Economic Area registration figures, the Dolphin recorded 18,354 registrations from 2023 to 2025. The 150 kW (204 PS) version was the most registered, with 8,065 in 2024 and 7,797 in 2025. The 65 kW (88 PS) version recorded 1,333 registrations across 2023–2025.
The Dolphin has no tailpipe CO₂ emissions while driving. Official energy consumption figures depend on the market’s test procedure: Europe uses WLTP or NEDC, the USA uses EPA testing, and Canada uses a five-cycle test.
Where was the BYD Dolphin sold?
The Dolphin’s European registration figures cover the European Economic Area from 2023 to 2025. BYD announced the car for European left- and right-hand-drive markets.
Questions and answers
Is the BYD Dolphin fully electric?
Yes. All seven versions in the European figures are electric, with power from 65 kW (88 PS) to 380 kW (517 PS).
When did the first-generation BYD Dolphin arrive in Europe?
The first generation, code EA1, arrived in Europe in 2023.
Which BYD Dolphin version had the most EU registrations?
The 150 kW (204 PS) electric version led, with 8,065 registrations in 2024 and 7,797 in 2025.