How Long Does It Take to Pick Up a BYD Dolphin?

[StMiguel]

It generally takes about a month from placing an order to delivery for a BYD Dolphin. Here is some relevant information about the BYD Dolphin: Exterior: The Dolphin is a pure electric vehicle built on the EV2.0 platform. According to the MIIT filing information, the overall design layout of the BYD Dolphin differs from BYD's current models, presenting a cute and adorable visual effect. Dimensions: The BYD Dolphin measures 4070(4125)×1770×1570mm in length, width, and height, with a wheelbase of 2700mm, promising excellent interior space.

[Destiny]

I just ordered a BYD Dolphin, and the waiting time is about two months, mainly depending on the configuration and color. For example, the Cheese Yellow Freedom Edition I chose has high sales volume, so the queue is longer, while my friend who bought the white base model only waited three weeks. There’s also a big difference between cities—the BYD 4S store in Hangzhou said their port deliveries are faster, while inland transportation takes about half a month longer. It’s recommended to check inventory at multiple dealerships when ordering; having a car in stock can save you a month. The BYD app now has an updated order tracking feature, allowing you to see if the car is in factory assembly or in transit. While waiting, you can also prepare for charging station installation, so you can drive the car home right after pickup.

[DelEmilia]

The delivery time mainly depends on three variables: configuration, region, and order volume. High-end versions have slower parts allocation, and waiting three months for models like the Dolphin Knight Edition is not uncommon; entry-level versions usually have faster stock availability. First-tier cities are typically two to three weeks faster than second- and third-tier cities due to concentrated logistics and quicker dispatch. Additionally, orders placed during peak seasons take longer, such as the post-Spring Festival order surge. The salesperson mentioned that a neighbor who ordered a car happened to coincide with BYD's production line adjustments and had to wait an extra month. Remember to have the salesperson note the estimated delivery date when signing the contract, follow up on the progress weekly, and once the VIN is issued, delivery is imminent.

[VanJordan]

When buying a Dolphin as a grocery-getter, the salesperson estimated a 4-week delivery time, but it actually took 5.5 weeks. The key factors are color and interior choices—gray exteriors arrived 10 days faster than pink, while blue-gray interiors required custom orders and took longer. It's best to avoid niche color schemes as conventional combinations arrive quicker. Dealers release monthly delivery schedules at the beginning of each month—those are the best days to push your salesperson to check allocations. During the wait, we recommend solving charging needs first, like installing a home charger in your parking space and preparing car accessories, so your new vehicle is ready to use immediately.

[SanBrielle]

The delivery speed depends on the supply chain situation. Last year during the chip shortage, it generally took two to three months to get a BYD Dolphin, but now with stable production capacity, it usually takes one to two months. The smart cockpit chips used in the high-end versions are in higher demand, so you might have to wait about two weeks longer compared to the base models. Flagship stores in big cities have more allocations—for example, the Shenzhen store receives around 30 units per month, so deliveries are faster. When placing an order, remember to ask if there are vehicles already in transit, as some cars being transported can be allocated more quickly. I checked the vehicle status on the BYD APP, and once it jumped from 'Awaiting Production' to 'Shipped,' I prepared the full payment. The real-time logistics updates made the process much more convenient.