BYD Dolphin Essential MY26

WLTP Range
340 km
Battery Size
44.9 kWh
Max DC
65 kW
0-100
12s
Price
$32,990
Drivetrain
FWD

Full specifications (MY26)

Battery & Charging
WLTP Range (km)340 km
Real World Range (km)320–360 km
Battery Size (kWh)44.9 kWh
Max DC (kW)65 kW
10-80% Charge (min)25 min
Battery ChemistryLFP
Efficiency (Wh/km)132 Wh/km
Max AC (kW)11 kW
Performance
DrivetrainFWD
Combined Power (kW)70 kW
0-100 (sec)12s
Combined Torque (Nm)180 Nm
Purchase & Origin
Price ($AUD)$32,990
RegionAU
Warranty6yr unlimited km / 6yr 160,000km
Dimensions & Capacity
Body TypeHatchback
Ground Clearance (Min/Max) (mm)155–155 mm
Width (excl. mirrors) (mm)1,835 mm
Height (mm)1,510 mm
Length (mm)4,335 mm
Curb Weight (kg)1,610 kg
Cargo Volume (rear) (L)371 L
Wheels (inches)16 inches
Seating5
Other
Link (url)https://bydautomotive.com.au/dolphin
Tech & Features
FeaturesHeat Pump,V2L,Wireless Apple,Wireless Android

About this variant

Entry Dolphin with 44.9kWh Blade LFP pack, 70kW FWD motor, 340km WLTP. 65kW DC peak (10-80% ~40min). Replaced the Dynamic trim as base from 2025. Cheapest Dolphin in AU. No heat pump.

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