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Key Specifications
| Price (from) | £21,950 |
|---|---|
| Body type | Hatchback |
| Range | 200 miles (WLTP) |
| Winter range estimate | |
| Battery | 43.2 kWh |
| 0–60 mph | 12.1 seconds |
| Max DC charging | 85 kW |
| Drivetrain | FWD |
| Seats | 5 |
Charging Time
Rapid DC (85 kW max)
26 min
20% → 80% battery
Home AC (7.4 kW)
3 hr 54 min
20% → 80% battery
3-pin socket (2.3 kW)
12 hr 31 min
20% → 80% battery
Estimates based on typical charge curves and a 43.2 kWh battery. Actual times vary with charger output, temperature and battery state.
One Full Charge: Real UK Journeys
Manchester → Leeds (40 mi)
× 5.0
London → Birmingham (110 mi)
× 1.8
London → Bristol (120 mi)
× 1.7
London → Cardiff (150 mi)
× 1.3
London → Manchester (200 mi)
× 1.0
London → Newcastle (280 mi)
× 0.7 needs en-route charging
London → Edinburgh (400 mi)
× 0.5 needs en-route charging
Calculated from 200 miles WLTP range. Real-world range varies with weather, speed, load and route type.
Overview
The BYD Dolphin Surf is one of the most accessible new electric cars on sale in Britain, purpose-built for the city with a compact 3,990mm body that is easy to park yet surprisingly roomy inside. This Boost version carries a 43.2kWh Blade Battery good for 200 miles of WLTP combined range, or as much as 305 miles in town, with DC rapid charging at up to 85kW restoring 10-80 per cent in around 30 minutes. Its front-mounted 65kW motor delivers relaxed, efficient progress, and a 308-litre boot plus five seats make it a realistic single-car choice for urban professionals and small families. Standard kit includes a 10.1-inch touchscreen, wireless phone charging, LED lighting and a full suite of driver assistance systems, all backed by a six-year vehicle warranty. From just £21,950 on the road, the Dolphin Surf brings genuinely compelling value to the small EV class.Want the full picture? Read our independent reviews and buying guides.
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