- The BYD DOLPHIN and BYD SEAL debut in the Spanish market at Automobile Barcelona 2023
- The BYD DOLPHIN is offered with three power levels (95, 177 and 204 hp), two batteries (44.9 and 60.4 kWh) and four trim levels (Active, Boost, Comfort and Design)
- Retail prices for the BYD DOLPHIN start from 29,990 euros1
- The two new BYD models are accompanied by the BYD ATTO 3, TANG and HAN
- BYD announces an exclusive show offer for top-of-the-range Design versions of BYD ATTO 3 and BYD DOLPHIN
BYD (Build Your Dreams), the world’s leading manufacturer of new energy vehicles, made its debut at Automobile Barcelona 2023 showcasing its electric passenger car range including the first showing of the BYD DOLPHIN, BYD's new C-segment hatchback and the BYD SEAL, a D-segment Sedan to the spanish public. BYD is accepting reservations for the first deliveries of the BYD DOLPHIN in September 2023, alongside some special Automobile Barcelona show promotions.
The BYD DOLPHIN, an agile and versatile C-Segment hatchback, is available in four versions - Active (the entry level), Boost, Comfort, and top-of-the-line Design - with high levels of practicality, efficiency, accessibility, and a reassuring range, while also being spacious and practical thanks to a 345 litres trunk that can be expanded to 1,310 litres by folding the rear seats flat.
All versions come with a comprehensive range of standard equipment, including an abundance of driving assistance systems. The BYD DOLPHIN is available in three power levels in Spain: (Active) 70 kW/95 hp, (Boost) 130 kW/177 hp, and (Comfort and Design) 150 kW/204 hp, with the highest powered version capable of accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h in just 7 seconds. There are two Blade Battery options (depending on the version), with capacities of 44.9 or 60.4 kWh and a combined cycle range of up to 427 km.
The BYD DOLPHIN Active (70 kW/95 hp) is priced at 29,990 euros1; the BYD DOLPHIN Boost is priced at 30,690 euros1; the BYD DOLPHIN Comfort is available at 35,690 euros1; and the top-of-the-range Design is priced at 37,690 euros1. Vehicle reservations made at the Automobile Barcelona show for the range-top Design version will benefit from an additional discount of 2,420 euros, with first deliveries beginning in the September of 2023.
The BYD SEAL, a highly stylised, sporty and dynamic D-segment sedan packed with technology, also makes its Spanish debut to the public. The 8-in-1 electric drivetrain system employs two motors with a combined power of 230 kW (313 hp) in the rear-wheel drive version and 390 kW (530 hp) in the AWD version, which can accelerate from 0 to 100 km/h in 3.8 seconds. It has a WLTP combined cycle range of 570 km2 (2WD version) thanks to the ultra-safe Blade Battery with a capacity of 82.5 kWh.
The BYD SEAL uses Cell-to-Body (CTB) technology, which means that the battery is integrated directly into the chassis cradle without the need to be inserted into a battery pack. This innovative design creates more interior space and enhances the aerodynamics of the car, while also producing higher torsional rigidity in the event of collision.
The BYD DOLPHIN and BYD SEAL are built on BYD's latest e-Platform 3.0 and feature the 'Ocean Aesthetics' Design Language. They join the BYD ATTO 3, BYD TANG, and BYD HAN at the show, with BYD being the only brand to present five new 100% electric vehicles.
The same Automobile Barcelona show promotion is also available for the BYD ATTO 3 Design, with an RRP of 42,900 euros1.
All models will be available from BYD Pioneer Stores in Barcelona and Madrid. Customers who reserve any BYD model during Automobile Barcelona 2023 will be entitled to a free home charger and an extended warranty of up to 6 years or 150,000 kilometres.
About BYD
Founded in February 1995 and present in Europe since 1998, BYD is one of the world's largest manufacturers of electric and plug-in hybrid vehicles with more than 4.1 million units sold as of April 2023. With a presence in 70 countries and 400 cities, BYD plays an important role in industries related to the automotive, electronics, renewable energies and rail transit.
BYD is a privately held technology multinational holding more than 28,000 patents that has focused its strategy on the development of innovations involving the manufacture of batteries, electric motors, electronic control systems and semiconductor chips.
BYD's goal is to offer solutions capable of improving people's lives through the creation of a complete clean energy ecosystem that reduces the world's dependence on fossil fuels. In recent years, it has developed major technological breakthroughs, such as the Blade Battery, e-Platform 3.0 and Cell to Body technology.
BYD in Europe
BYD Europe, with headquarters in the Netherlands, has a presence in many countries including Norway, Denmark, Sweden, Germany, France, the Netherlands, and Belgium, as well as most recently the UK. Other European countries will follow imminently.
About BYD Auto
Founded in 2003, BYD Auto is the automotive subsidiary of BYD, a multinational high-tech company devoted to leveraging technological innovations for a better life. Aiming to accelerate the green transition of the global transportation sector, BYD Auto focuses on developing pure electric and plug-in hybrid vehicles. The company has mastered the core technologies of the entire industrial chain of new energy vehicles, such as batteries, electric motors, electronic controllers, and automotive-grade semiconductors. It has witnessed in recent years significant technological advancements, including the Blade Battery, the DM-i and DM-p hybrid technology, the e-Platform 3.0, and the CTB technology. The company is the world’s first carmaker to stop the production of fossil-fueled vehicles on EV shift and has remained top of new energy passenger vehicle sales in China for 10 years in a row.
For more information, please visit www.byd.com.
Contact:
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Europe: Penny Peng, PressEU@byd.com tel: +31-102070888
North America: Frank Girardot, frank.girardot@byd.com tel: +1 213 245 6503
Latin America: Sofίa Mardones, sofia.mardones@byd.com tel: +56 9 9821 6851
Brazil: Adalberto Maluf, adalberto.maluf@byd.com tel: +19 3514 2554
Africa: Nikki Li, li.namin@byd.com tel: +86-18938862670