BYD India Dolphin
Electric hatchback · 4W · Launched 2025
₹15.0 Lakh (expected)
Ex-showroom India
Range
427 km
Battery
44.9 kWh
Top speed
160 km/h
Charge
8 hr
Power
177 bhp
Seats
5
Available colors
Overview
BYD Dolphin is a compact electric hatchback with Blade battery. Ocean-aesthetic design, 427 km range, and BYD's proven tech at a competitive price.
Best for
Buyers wanting maximum range and safety tech in a compact, affordable package
Pros & cons
+Pros
- 427 km range at ₹15L — incredible value if pricing holds
- Blade battery — safest chemistry
- 177 bhp — genuinely quick for a hatchback
- BYD global quality
−Cons
- 150mm GC — low for India
- Chinese brand perception
- Hatchback less popular than SUV in India
- Not yet priced for India
Key features
Safety features
Known issues & how ev.care helps
Important: These issues were reported in earlier production batches and have largely been addressed by BYD India in newer models through OTA updates and manufacturing improvements. If you experience any of these, ev.care's certified technicians can diagnose and resolve them — often in a single visit.
Not yet launched in India
Reported in earlier models — BYD India has released fixes for newer batches.
Real-world range 15-20% below ARAI claim
Reported in earlier models — BYD India has released fixes for newer batches.
Suspension feels firm on broken tier-2 roads
Reported in earlier models — BYD India has released fixes for newer batches.
12V aux battery drain if parked 3+ weeks
Reported in earlier models — BYD India has released fixes for newer batches.
ev.care covers all BYD India EVs — our technicians are DIYguru-certified on BYD India platforms. We've completed thousands of BYD India repairs across Delhi (expanding to 30+ cities by 2027).
Buying considerations
- 1If priced at ₹15L, this disrupts the entire compact EV segment
- 2Blade battery's safety record is unmatched
- 3Sized for city — measure your daily commute against real range
- 4AC home charger installation cost is ~₹40-60K — budget for it
- 5Compare 0-100 with petrol equivalent for daily commute feel
All specifications
Battery & charging+
| Battery capacity | 44.9 kWh |
|---|---|
| Range (ARAI) | 427 km |
| Charge time (0-100%) | 8 hours |
| Fast charge | 30-80% in 30 min |
| Battery warranty | 8 years / 1,60,000 km |
| Battery repurchase | No |
Performance+
| Top speed | 160 km/h |
|---|---|
| Power | 177 bhp |
| Torque | 290 Nm |
| Motor type | PMSM |
| Drive type | FWD |
Dimensions+
| Kerb weight | 1520 kg |
|---|---|
| Ground clearance | 150 mm |
| Boot space | 345 litres |
| Seating | 5 seats |
On-road price by city
Estimated on-road price of BYD India Dolphin. Actual price may vary by dealer and variant. Includes RTO + insurance + handling.
| City | Ex-showroom | RTO | Insurance | On-road (est.) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Delhi | ₹15.00 Lakh | ₹60,000(4%) | ₹52,500 | ₹16.27 Lakh |
Mumbai | ₹15.00 Lakh | ₹1.65 Lakh(11%) | ₹52,500 | ₹17.32 Lakh |
Bengaluru | ₹15.00 Lakh | ₹1.20 Lakh(8%) | ₹52,500 | ₹16.88 Lakh |
Hyderabad | ₹15.00 Lakh | ₹1.35 Lakh(9%) | ₹52,500 | ₹17.02 Lakh |
Chennai | ₹15.00 Lakh | ₹1.20 Lakh(8%) | ₹52,500 | ₹16.88 Lakh |
Pune | ₹15.00 Lakh | ₹1.50 Lakh(10%) | ₹52,500 | ₹17.18 Lakh |
Ahmedabad | ₹15.00 Lakh | ₹90,000(6%) | ₹52,500 | ₹16.57 Lakh |
Kolkata | ₹15.00 Lakh | ₹75,000(5%) | ₹52,500 | ₹16.43 Lakh |
Estimates based on standard RTO rates. EV-specific exemptions may apply in some states. Contact dealer for exact on-road pricing.
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₹15.0 Lakh (expected)
Bottom line
The BYD India Dolphin scores 7.3/10 overall. Best suited for: Buyers wanting maximum range and safety tech in a compact, affordable package. Key strength: 427 km range at ₹15l — incredible value if pricing holds. Main consideration: 150mm gc — low for india.
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