BYD Dolphin

BYD Dolphin rear

During Auto Shanghai in April 2021, BYD presented a new generation of the platform dedicated to electric cars under the name e-Platform 3.0, which thanks to better weight distribution is to offer more efficient performance and range.[7] At the same time, the Chinese manufacturer presented a pre-production prototype of the new city hatchback called BYD EA1 Concept, announcing not only a new range of electric cars, but also a modernized stylistic language and company logo.[7]

The production model was presented three months later under the name BYD Dolphin. The car extensively recreated the look of a prototype, with a one-box silhouette and sharp shapes for a new generation of BYD car looks by design team head Wolfgang Egger.[7] As announced, the car was the first production model to bear the new BYD brand logo.[8]

In February 2022, BYD's Australian distributor, EVDirect, announced plans to sell the Dolphin in Australia with a target price of AUD$35,000-40,000 and a focus on ride-share operators.[9]

The dimensions of the BYD Dolphin are 4,070/1,770/1,570mm (160.2/69.69/61.81in), with a 2,700mm (106.3in) wheelbase. The rear cargo space or trunk, totals 345l (12.2 cubic feet) that increases to 1310l (46.3 cubic feet) when the back seats are folded.