Great expectations are attached to the electric BYD Dolphin, and many have been waiting for it to be launched in Norway. BYD Norge now reveals that it is on its way, and that it will be ready for test driving already in mid-April.
-BYD Dolphin has received fantastic reception in a number of other countries, we are very much looking forward to launching it in Norway, says Simen Wøien Christensen, sales manager at BYD Norway.
This is the fourth passenger car BYD is launching on the Norwegian market.
The BYD Dolphin is the first model in BYD’s Ocean series, and the first in the series in BYD’s “Ocean Aesthetics” design concept. As the name suggests, Dolphin is inspired by the dolphin’s intelligent and playful qualities.
The BYD Dolphin is a compact electric car, and measures 4,290 mm. in length and 2,012 mm. in width. With a wheelbase of 2,700 mm, the platform provides optimal space and comfort.
The 60.4kWh Blade battery pack provides a WLTP combined range of 427km. BYD Dolphin supports 3-phase charging with up to 11 kW charging power on AC charging. It can receive up to 88 kW on fast charging, with a charging time from 30-80% in just 29 minutes under optimal conditions.
The BYD Dolphin will be launched in two equipment variants on the Norwegian market; Comfort and Design.
A compact and spacious car with a full equipment list
Despite its compact size, the BYD Dolphin impresses with spacious interior space. With the renowned Blade battery positioned low in the chassis, it offers plenty of space for both driver and passengers.
Inside, the interior is both stylish and futuristic, with thoughtful details. The ergonomically designed interior includes black sports seats made of vegan leather. The front seats have six-way electric adjustment for the driver, and four-way electric adjustment for the front passenger. The rear seats come with a 60:40 split, which means that the luggage compartment of 430 liters can be expanded to 1,310 liters when the rear seats are folded down.
The equipment list includes Apple CarPlay, Android Auto, 12.6″ touchscreen, 360 degree camera, three ISOfix mounts, front and rear parking sensors and high beam assistant. The design variant also comes with, among other things, a large panoramic sunroof, wireless mobile charger, dirty rear windows and Vehicle-to-load (V2L) adapter.
The Design model comes in a two-tone exterior, while the Comfort model comes in a single-color exterior.
-The combination of spaciousness, a high quality feeling and a competitive price makes the BYD Dolphin the ideal car for a wide target group. BYD Dolphin will provide premium quality at popular prices, says Christensen.
Safety rewarded with a full pot in Euro NCAP
The BYD Dolphin has also been awarded five stars in the Euro NCAP safety test, and is designed for maximum safety. With a full list of advanced safety and driver assistance systems, both driver and passengers are well secured in the BYD Dolphin.
Among other things, it comes with front and rear collision warning, autonomous emergency braking, rear cross-traffic alert and lane change assistant. With adaptive and intelligent cruise control, blind spot warning and traffic sign recognition, the BYD Dolphin offers a safe and comfortable driving experience. The 360-degree panoramic camera provides a full overview for safe maneuvering of the car.
Intelligent and efficient
The BYD Dolphin is equipped with the innovative Blade battery that provides revolutionary safety, durability and performance. The battery has passed extreme penetration tests, without emitting high heat or developing a fire. As well as being both ultra-safe and highly durable, the Blade battery is uncompromising in performance, delivering a high current density that offers the benefit of low energy consumption.
Like the BYD Atto3, the Dolphin is built on BYD’s intelligent e-Platform 3.0, which offers intelligent technology for optimal system efficiency and vehicle intelligence.
BYD’s self-developed 8-in-1 electric powertrain integrates vehicle control unit, battery management system, power distribution unit, drive motor, motor controller, gearbox, DC-DC and built-in charger. This integrated technology has been developed to deliver optimal performance and a better driving experience.
Efficiency is the focus of the BYD Dolphin, and it is equipped with a highly efficient integrated heat pump. This system contributes to increased thermal efficiency, especially in winter, and uses residual heat from the surroundings, drivetrain and batteries to maintain a good range at low temperatures.
Named the best car purchase of the year 2024
The BYD Dolphin has already been hailed as the “Best Car Buy of the Year 2024” by Autobest, an organization of 31 European automotive journalists. The jury praises the BYD Dolphin for its unbeatable combination of price, quality and range. Read more about the award here.
BYD Norge reveals introductory prices from NOK. 299,900 for Comfort and NOK. 309,900 for Design.
Pre-sales start now, with delivery from April. Dealers will receive cars ready for test drives in the coming weeks.
About BYD
BYD Company Ltd. is one of China’s largest privately owned enterprises. Since its inception in 1995, the company has developed rapidly with solid expertise in rechargeable batteries and sustainable development. BYD now spans four industries – cars, electronics, energy and rail transport. Since then, BYD has expanded its renewable energy solutions globally, and now has operations in over 70 countries and regions.
The creation of a Zero Emissions Energy Ecosystem – which consists of affordable solar energy production, reliable energy storage and ground-breaking electrified transport, has made BYD a leading player in the energy and transport industry. BYD is the only manufacturer in the world that also produces batteries, microchips, battery management systems and the electric motor itself.
BYD is listed on the stock exchanges in Hong Kong and Shenzhen.
About RSA
RSA is a northern European car importer in 12 countries, and is the official distributor of BYD passenger cars and commercial vehicles in Norway, Finland and Iceland, and importer of BYD commercial vehicles in Sweden and Denmark. As a privately held company with a history dating back to 1936, RSA has developed strong brands in many markets. With the collaboration between RSA and BYD, the company has taken a further step into the future of the automotive industry, with the implementation of the all-electric range of current and future models.
RSA has already built up a BYD dealer network that stretches across the entire Nordic region.
