Two cars on the same rows. The figures are all here, with their sources, so you can read them yourself and decide what matters.
| BYD Dolphin | Volkswagen ID.3 | |
|---|---|---|
| Model years (differs) | 2023-now | 2020-now |
| From (indicative) (differs) | € 30,990 | € 38,990 |
| Status | Available | Available |
| Fuel | Electric | Electric |
| RatingsRating figures: higher is better (scale 0-100). What each category measures is explained on the methodology page. | ||
| Efficiency (differs) | 72/100 | 75/100 |
| Sustainability (environmental impact) (differs) | 72/100 | 76/100 |
| Practicality (differs) | 60/100 | 64/100 |
| Reliability (differs) | n/a | 64/100 |
| Value retention | n/a | n/a |
| Specifications | ||
| Range (WLTP, km) (differs) | 427 | 426 |
| Battery (kWh) (differs) | 60.4 | 58 |
| 0–100 km/h (s) (differs) | 7 | 7.3 |
| Length (mm) (differs) | 4290 | 4261 |
| Width (mm) (differs) | 1770 | 1809 |
| Height (mm) (differs) | 1570 | 1564 |
| Kerb weight (kg) (differs) | 1658 | 1815 |
| Fast charging, public charger (kW) (differs) | 88 | 120 |
| Boot (l) (differs) | 345 | 385 |
| Consumption WLTP (kWh/100km) (differs) | 15.9 | 15.6 |
| Max. towing weight, braked (kg) (differs) | – | n/a |
| Body style | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Power (hp) | 204 | 204 |
| Top speed (km/h) | 160 | 160 |
WLTP is the official EU test cycle; real-world figures are usually a bit lower. See the guide on WLTP versus real-world consumption.
OEM datasheets + RDW + ADAC (see methodology); rating and reference dates are listed per figure
A short write-up on each car, one paragraph apiece. We describe them on their own terms rather than picking a winner.
Profile · I (EA1, 2021+; EU-uitvoering 2023+)
Compact EV hatchback on BYD's e-Platform 3.0 with the LFP Blade battery (lithium iron phosphate, BYD's own design). The EU version (April 2023) is lengthened versus the Chinese model for Euro NCAP compliance. Comfort top variant with 60.4 kWh, 204 hp and WLTP range 427 km (manufacturer figure). DC charging up to about 88 kW. Indicative starting price, check the official configurator per version.
Profile · Pro facelift (2024)
Electric compact five-door on the MEB platform, facelifted in 2023-2024 with new interior material and revised software. Pro version: 58 kWh net, 426 km WLTP, 204 hp, 120 kW DC charging. Boot 385 litres, no braked tow bar. WLTP consumption 15.6 kWh/100km (manufacturer figure, not measured by us). Indicative starting price; consult the official configurator for a current figure.
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No tax or financial advice. Every figure shows its source and reference date. Always compare with an independent adviser and the official source. Source: OEM datasheets + RDW + ADAC (see methodology); rating and reference dates are listed per figure.