Urban electric mobility has just witnessed a significant milestone. The BYD Dolphin Surf has surpassed one million units manufactured., a figure that has been achieved in just 27 months since the start of production at the Xi'an plant (China). This achievement demonstrates the BYD's push into the international marketAnd even more so, the speed with which this 100% electric alternative brand has managed to win over users around the world. Especially in Europe, which, although reluctant, is gradually accepting itโฆ
This electric utility vehicle, known as Seagull in China and Dolphin Mini in Latin America, has managed to reconfigure the A segment thanks to a formula that combines a reasonable price, generous equipment, and its own technology well-designed for everyday urban use. Its recent arrival in Europe, and in Spain in particular, has been accompanied by high demand, placing it at the top of the sales list for electric vehicles in its segment. We'll see if Fiat and Stellantis allows it to maintain its leadership or notโฆ
One million units in 27 months and monthly sales recordsโฆ
Stella Li, Executive Vice President of BYD, He emphasized that the Dolphin Surf has been the sales leader in its category for more than 20 consecutive months since its launch in 2023. It has become the best-selling urban electric car in history and has been key to consolidating accessible electric mobility on a global scale.
Its international production has been completed with the opening of a European plant in Szeged (Hungary), This will allow BYD to reduce costs and avoid import tariffs imposed by the European Union, strengthening its expansion strategy in Europe.
Compact dimensions yet spacious interior, and a complete range to suit European tastesโฆ
The BYD Dolphin Surf measures 3,99 meters long, 1,72 meters wide and 1,59 meters high, ideal dimensions for moving with agility in urban areas. In addition, Make the most of the e-Platform 3.0 platform BYD's Dolphin Surf delivers a spacious interior for four occupants and a 308-liter trunk, optimizing space for everyday use. In Europe, the Dolphin Surf is offered in three variants:
- active: 88 HP (65 kW) engine and 30 kWh battery, with 220 km autonomy approved in the WLTP cycle and up to 356 km in urban driving. It accelerates from 0 to 100 km/h in 11,1 seconds.
- boost: Same power with an expanded 43,2 kWh battery, which increases the combined range to 322 km and the urban range to 507 km. It allows rapid charging from 30% to 80% in just 22 minutes under optimal conditions.
- Comfort: More powerful 156 hp (115 kW) engine and 43,2 kWh battery, with acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h in 9,1 seconds and a range of 310 km in the WLTP cycle.
On all versions, 11 kW three-phase charging is standard., allowing a full charge in just a few hours, and DC recharging varies between 65 kW and 85 kW depending on the battery.
Superior equipment and warranties in its segmentโฆ
The BYD Dolphin Surf comes standard with features that are unusual in its category.. 10,1-inch rotating touchscreen, rearview camera, parking sensors, adaptive cruise control, NFC-enabled digital entry and start, and automatic climate control. Higher trim levels add a 360-degree camera, wireless mobile charging, heated seats, blind-spot monitoring, and advanced LED lighting.
BYD's warranty policy is notable: 6 years or 150.000 km for the entire vehicle, 8 years or 200.000 km for the battery (with a guaranteed minimum of 70% capacity), and 8 years or 150.000 km for the electric motor.
Prices in Spain and commercial receptionโฆ
With the brand's discount campaigns and the MOVES III Plan, The BYD Dolphin Surf departs from 11.780 euros for the Active version, โฌ15.780 for the Boost, and โฌ18.280 for the Comfort. Without subsidies, prices are โฌ19.990, โฌ23.990, and โฌ26.490, respectively. This aggressive strategy has allowed the model to garner more than 600 reservations in Spain in its first month, consolidating BYD's impact against direct rivals such as the Dacia Spring.
The production of one million units reflects the appeal of the Dolphin Surf both for its adjusted costs as for the endowment and autonomy that it offers in the real world. This demonstrates that the demand for urban electric vehicles continues to rise, and that affordable and practical models like this one are transforming the market. Its arrival in Europe and commitment to local production position the BYD Dolphin Surf as a benchmark in access to electric cars, forcing the rest of the sector to react.
Source - BYD by Newspress
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More information about this model
- Plazas 5
- Power 95 - 204 hp
- Consumption 15,2 - 15,4l/100km
- Valuation 4,3