BYD Dolphin vs Volkswagen ID.3 Neo
Better figure, where one is clearly better
| BYDDolphin | VolkswagenID.3 Neo | |
|---|---|---|
| Overview | ||
| Released | 2023 | August 2026 |
| Performance | ||
| Powertrain | Electric | Electric |
| Power | 201 bhp | 168–228 bhp (better) |
| 0–62 mph | 7 s | – |
| Top speed | 99 mph | – |
| Engine or motors | Front permanent-magnet synchronous motor, 150 kW (204 PS); bhp converted from BYD's kW figure. The Design trim has the same powertrain; the 44.9 kWh Active and Boost versions are no longer listed on BYD's UK site | Rear APP-series electric motor, 170 PS (125 kW), 190 PS (140 kW) or 231 PS (170 kW); bhp converted from Volkswagen's PS figures |
| Torque | 310 Nm | – |
| Gearbox | Single-speed automatic | Single-speed automatic |
| Drive | Front-wheel drive | Rear-wheel drive |
| Range and charging | ||
| Zero-emission range (WLTP) | 265 miles | 390 miles (better) |
| Battery | 60.4 kWh | 50–79 kWh (better) |
| Fastest charging | 110 kW | 105–183 kW (better) |
| Range detail | WLTP combined 265 miles; city 347 miles | WLTP combined range across the UK line-up is 258–390 miles; up to 390 miles with the 79 kWh battery |
| Charging | 60.4 kWh LFP Blade Battery; DC up to 110 kW, 10–80% in 36 minutes (30–80% in 26 minutes); 11 kW AC, 0–100% in 6 hours 12 minutes; Vehicle-to-Load | Up to 105 kW DC (50 and 58 kWh) or 183 kW (79 kWh); 10–80% in as little as 26 minutes |
| Efficiency | 3.90 miles/kWh (WLTP combined) | – |
| CO2 emissions | 0 g/km | 0 g/km at the tailpipe |
| Practicality | ||
| Body | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot | 364 litres | 385 litres (better) |
| Length | 4,290 mm | 4,287 mm |
| Width | 1,770 mm | – |
| Weight | From 1,658 kg | – |
| Boot | 364 litres, 1,329 litres with the rear seats folded | 385 litres; 1,267 litres with the rear seats folded |
| Size | 4,290 mm long, 1,770 mm wide (2,012 mm with mirrors), 1,570 mm high; 2,700 mm wheelbase; kerb weight 1,658 kg | 4,287 mm long |
| Tech and safety | ||
| Infotainment | – | 12.9-inch Innovision touchscreen with navigation and IDA voice assistant; 10.25-inch driver display; wireless phone charging and App-Connect |
| Driver assistance | – | Adaptive cruise control, parking sensors and rear-view camera standard; Connected Travel Assist with traffic light recognition and Park Assist Pro on Style Launch Edition |
| Safety rating | Euro NCAP 5 stars (2023); adult occupant 89%, child occupant 87%, vulnerable road users 85%, safety assist 79% | – |
| Warranty | 6 years or 93,750 miles; battery 8 years or 155,350 miles | 3 years or 60,000 miles; high-voltage battery 8 years or 100,000 miles (70% capacity) |
