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What are the dimensions of the BYD Dolphin?

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HarleyFitz
07/29/2025, 05:19:55 PM

The BYD Dolphin measures 4070(4125)×1770×1570mm in length, width, and height, with a wheelbase of 2700mm. For reference, the current BYD E2 model measures 4240×1760×1530mm with a wheelbase of only 2610mm. From the data, it can be seen that the BYD Dolphin adopts a shorter body size but a larger wheelbase, which is believed to offer superior interior space. Relevant information about BYD is as follows: Introduction: BYD is a Chinese automotive brand founded in 1995, primarily producing commercial and family cars as well as batteries. Starting with a team of just over 20 people, BYD grew to become the world's second-largest rechargeable battery manufacturer by 2003, the same year it established BYD Auto. Logo Meaning: The new BYD logo no longer uses the original blue-and-white color scheme; the design has been changed to an oval shape with added light and shadow elements. Significant changes have been made to the font arrangement and graphic colors, highlighting BYD Auto's innovation, technology, and the essence of corporate culture, infusing the BYD brand with new meaning and vitality.

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ONatalie
08/15/2025, 03:55:13 PM

Last time I drove my bestie's BYD Dolphin to pick up the kids from school, and its compact size made it incredibly nimble in the city. I remember the length is about 4125mm, slightly shorter than a Honda Fit, but with an outstanding 2700mm wheelbase. When parking, the narrow body width (just over 1700mm) made parallel parking effortless, and its turning radius is only 4.7 meters. Though the trunk looks small, it actually fits a stroller plus three school bags. With a height around 1540mm, my 1.8m-tall husband still had a fist's worth of headroom in the back seat. The most practical feature is its well-controlled length - it slides easily into those short parking spots near school gates.

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McJosiah
10/16/2025, 11:08:44 PM

Tested the dimensions while taking my girlfriend camping with the Dolphin over the weekend, and the 4125×1770×1570mm data was quite accurate. The key point is the 2700mm wheelbase, which allows for crossing legs in the back seat, and there's still room for tents and sleeping bags after storing a 20-inch carry-on suitcase. The turning is much more agile than the Golf we drove before, with a shorter front end and smaller blind spots. The ground clearance is about 15cm, and there was no bottoming out on rural dirt roads. While charging, I noticed the car is 15cm narrower than the Tesla next to it, giving it a huge advantage in older residential areas. The 500km range version is slightly longer by 25mm, but the difference is barely noticeable when parking.

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AlessandraFitz
11/29/2025, 10:52:26 PM

Three-year commuting summary of Dolphin's size advantages: The 4125mm body length avoids extended parking fees, and the 1570mm height easily navigates underground garages with 2-meter height restrictions. With a 2700mm wheelbase, the legroom rivals that of a B-segment car—a 160-pound person sitting in the back has two fists of space between their knees and the front seat. Actual measurements show a 1770mm width, leaving an 8cm safety margin from walls when passing through narrow alleys. The turning radius is 1 meter smaller than a Corolla, allowing U-turns at intersections in one go. The 680mm-deep trunk effortlessly fits a folded electric scooter, and weekend shopping can accommodate four 24-inch suitcases without a problem.

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McStephen
01/20/2026, 12:14:10 AM

Comparing the Fit, the Dolphin's dimensions are quite competitive: the car is 5cm shorter in length but has a 13cm longer wheelbase. The short front overhang design makes steering particularly agile, with a minimum turning diameter of 9.3 meters. Notably, the 1700mm width (under 1.9 meters including mirrors) allows easy parking in mechanical parking spaces. The measured ground clearance of 155mm is sufficient, preventing the underbody from scraping speed bumps when fully loaded. The rear seat cushion height of 350mm is elderly-friendly, while the 1.55-meter roof height (10cm taller than sedans) facilitates entry/exit. The tailgate opening height of 1.85 meters eliminates concerns about hitting underground garage ceilings.

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KayleeDella
04/16/2026, 01:04:31 AM

Choosing the Dolphin as the family's second car was all about its precise dimensions: a length of 4125mm, larger than a Smart but half a meter shorter than a Model 3. The key is its 2700mm wheelbase, allowing a rear seat depth of 500mm—enough to fit two adults even with a child safety seat installed. The front trunk is 400mm deep, accommodating a 20-inch suitcase, while the regular 330L trunk can still leave 30cm of depth after fitting a stroller. Charging highlights the car's straight side profile, with ultra-high space efficiency within its 1.77m width. A turning radius of just 4.7 meters means no need to reverse when making U-turns, a real convenience in old city areas.

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