Comparison between:
- 2025 BYD Dolphin 150 kW
- 2025 BYD Atto 2
- 2020 BMW i3 42 kWh
Brand, model, trim, price
Information about the brand, series, model name and year, trim and price of the electric vehicle.
| 2025 BYD Dolphin 150 kW | 2025 BYD Atto 2 | 2020 BMW i3 42 kWh | |
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| Trim | 150 kW | - | 42 kWh |
| Model year | 2025 | 2025 | 2020 |
| Market | Europe | Europe | North America, Europe |
Body style, dimensions, volumes, weights.
Information about the EV body style, dimensions, clearance, volumes, curb weight, GVWR.
| Body style | Hatchback | Sport utility vehicle (SUV) | Hatchback |
| Materials | Steel Aluminum | Steel Aluminum | Carbon fiber reinforced polymer Aluminium |
| Exterior colors | Cream White Skiing White Time Grey Obsidian Black | Climbing grey Hiking green Skiing white Cosmos black | Jucaro Beige Metallic Capparis White Fluid Black Imperial Blue Metallic Melbourne Red Metallic Mineral Grey Metallic |
| Interior colors | Black Beige | Black Beige | Black Dark Grey Light Grey Brown |
| Number of doors | 5 | 5 | 5 |
| Number of seats | 4 | 5 | 4 |
| Length | 168.9 in 4290 mm | 169.7 in 4310 mm | 157.9 in 4011 mm |
| Width | - | - | 69.9 in 1775 mm |
| Width with mirrors | 79.2 in 2012 mm | 81.1 in 2060 mm | 80.3 in 2040 mm |
| Width with folded mirrors | 69.7 in 1770 mm | 72.0 in 1830 mm | - |
| Height | 61.8 in 1570 mm | 65.9 in 1675 mm | 62.9 in 1598 mm |
| Wheelbase | 106.3 in 2700 mm | 103.1 in 2620 mm | 101.2 in 2570 mm |
| Front track | 60.2 in 1530 mm | 61.8 in 1570 mm | 61.9 in 1572 mm |
| Rear track | 60.2 in 1530 mm | 61.8 in 1570 mm | 62.0 in 1575 mm |
| Front overhang | 32.7 in 830 mm | - | 30.3 in 770 mm |
| Rear overhang | 29.9 in 760 mm | - | 38.0 in 965 mm |
| Approach angle | 16 ° | - | - |
| Departure angle | 23 ° | - | - |
| Clearance | - | 6.5 in 165 mm | 5.5 in 139 mm |
| Front headroom | - | - | 39.6 in 1006 mm |
| Rear headroom | - | - | 37.2 in 945 mm |
| Front shoulder room | - | - | 53.6 in 1361 mm |
| Rear shoulder room | - | - | 49.2 in 1250 mm |
| Front legroom | - | - | 40.5 in 1029 mm |
| Rear legroom | - | - | 31.9 in 810 mm |
| Trunk volume | 364.0 l 12.85 ft3 0.36 m3 | 400.0 l 14.13 ft3 0.40 m3 | 260.0 l 9.18 ft3 0.26 m3 |
| Maximum trunk volume | 1329.0 l 46.93 ft3 1.33 m3 | 1340.0 l 47.32 ft3 1.34 m3 | 1100.0 l 38.85 ft3 1.10 m3 |
| Curb weight | 3655.26 lb 1658 kg | 3461.26 lb 1570 kg | 2965.22 lb 1345 kg |
| Front axle load limit | 2290.6 lb 1039 kg | 1929.04 lb 875 kg | - |
| Rear axle load limit | 2403.04 lb 1090 kg | 1532.21 lb 695 kg | - |
| Roof load | 154.32 lb 70 kg | 110.23 lb 50 kg | - |
| Payload | 959.01 lb 435 kg | - | 970.03 lb 440 kg |
| GVWR | 4559.16 lb 2068 kg | 4365.15 lb 1980 kg | 3780.93 lb 1715 kg |
| Towing capacity unbraked | - | 1653.47 lb 750 kg | - |
| Drag coefficient | 0.301 Cd | - | 0.29 Cd |
Electric motor
Information about the model's electric motor and its performance
| Manufacturer | BYD | BYD | BMW |
| Model | TZ200XSQ | TZ200XSW | - |
| Electric motor type | Permanent Magnet Synchronous Motor (PMSM) | Permanent Magnet Synchronous Motor (PMSM) | Permanent Magnet Synchronous Motor (PMSM) |
| Location of the motor | Front | Front | Rear |
| Power | 150 kW 201.2 hp 203.9 ps | 130 kW 174.3 hp 176.8 ps | 125 kW 167.6 hp 170.0 ps |
| Maximum power RPM | - | - | 4800 rpm |
| Torque | 310 Nm 31.6 kgm 228.6 ft-lb | 290 Nm 29.6 kgm 213.9 ft-lb | 250 Nm 25.5 kgm 184.4 ft-lb |
| Maximum torque RPM | - | 0 - 16000 rpm | - |
| Regenerative braking | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Driving modes | - | - | Eco Eco+ Comfort |
Total system power and torque
Information about the total system power and torque of the vehicle.
| Total system power | 150 kW 201.2 hp 203.9 ps | 130 kW 174.3 hp 176.8 ps | 125 kW 167.6 hp 170.0 ps |
| Total system torque | 310 Nm 31.6 kgm 228.6 ft-lb | 290 Nm 29.6 kgm 213.9 ft-lb | 250 Nm 25.5 kgm 184.4 ft-lb |
Performance
Information about the top speed and acceleration of the model.
| Top speed | 99.4 mph 160.0 km/h | 99.4 mph 160.0 km/h | 93.2 mph 150.0 km/h |
| Acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h | 7.00 s | 7.90 s | 7.20 s |
Driving range
Information about the official driving range of the model according to EPA, NEDC, WPTL.
| Driving range | WLTP, CTY: 347.3 mi / 559.0 km WLTP, CMB: 265.3 mi / 427.0 km | WLTP, CTY: 287.7 mi / 463.0 km WLTP, CMB: 193.9 mi / 312.0 km | NEDC, CMB: 223.1 mi / 359.0 km EPA, CMB: 153.0 mi / 246.2 km WLTP, CMB: 192.6 mi / 310.0 km |
Energy efficiency
Information about the energy efficiency of the model in various measurement units according to EPA, NEDC, WPTL.
| Energy efficiency | WLTP, CTY: 12.1 kWh/100 km WLTP, CMB: 15.9 kWh/100 km | WLTP, CTY: 10.8 kWh/100 km WLTP, CMB: 16 kWh/100 km | NEDC, CMB: 13.1 kWh/100 km EPA, CTY: 124 MPGe EPA, CMB: 30 kWh/100 mi EPA, CMB: 102 MPGe EPA, CMB: 112 MPGe |
Energy class
Information about the energy class of the electric car.
| Energy class | A | A | A+ |
Steering
Information about the type of the steering mechanism of the model and related features.
| Type of steering mechanism | Rack and pinion | Rack and pinion | Rack and pinion |
| Type of power steering | Electronic | Electronic | Electronic |
| Turning circle | 10.5 m 34.45 ft | 10.5 m 34.45 ft | 9.86 m 32.35 ft |
Transmission
Information about the transmission of the model.
| Type of transmission | Automatic single-speed reduction gear | Automatic single-speed reduction gear | Automatic single-speed reduction gear |
| Drivetrain | Front-wheel drive (FWD) | Front-wheel drive (FWD) | Rear-wheel drive (RWD) |
| Axle ratio | - | - | 9.665 |
| Additional information | - | - | Transmission type: GE1B |
Suspension
Information about the system of components that connects the wheels and axles to the chassis.
| Front suspension | Independent MacPherson strut | Independent MacPherson strut | Independent MacPherson strut Coil springs (helical springs) Shock absorbers |
| Rear suspension | Independent Multi-link | Torsion beam (twist beam / torsion bar) | Independent Multi-link Coil springs (helical springs) |
Brakes
Information about the brake system used on this model.
| Front brakes | Ventilated discs | Ventilated discs | Ventilated discs |
| Front disc brake thickness | 0.9 in 23 mm | - | - |
| Rear brakes | Discs | Discs | Ventilated discs |
| Rear disc brake thickness | 0.5 in 12 mm | - | - |
Rims
Information about the rims available for this electric car.
| Rims | 6.5Jx17 ET45 | 6.5Jx17 ET40 | 5Jx19 5.5Jx19 5Jx20 |
Tyres
Information about the tyres available for this electric vehicle.
| Tyres | 205/50R17 93V | 215/60R17 100V 215/60R17 96H | 155/70R19 84Q 155/60R20 175/50R20 |
Battery
Specifications and features of the rechargeable battery that powers this vehicle.
| Battery capacity | 60.4 kWh | 45.12 kWh | 42.2 kWh |
| Manufacturer | BYD | BYD | Samsung SDI |
| Model | Blade Battery | Blade Battery | - |
| Type | LFP | LFP | Lithium-Ion |
| Cathode materials | Lithium Iron Phosphate (LiFePO4) | Lithium Iron Phosphate (LiFePO4) | - |
| Anode materials | Graphite | Graphite | - |
| Cell nominal voltage | 3.2 V | 3.2 V | - |
| Cell cutoff voltage | 2 V | 2 V | - |
| Battery voltage | 403.2 V | 300.8 V | 352 V |
| Weight | 925.94 lb 420 kg | 727.53 lb 330 kg | - |
| Location | Under the floor, middle | Under the floor, middle | Under the floor, middle |
| Cooling | - | Heat pump | AC refrigerant-based cooling system |
| Additional information | - | Battery capacity - 150 Ah | The net battery capacity is 37.9 kWh Uses 120 Ah square cells Estimated volumetric energy density - 449 Wh/L Optional battery heating system |
Onboard charger/Charging port
Information about the onboard charger(s)/charging port(s) available on this electric vehicle.
| Onboard charger/Charging port | Type 2 CCS2 | Type 2 CCS2 | Type 1 CCS1 Type 2 CCS2 |
Charging type
Information about the different types of charging of this specific electric car.
| Charging type | AC 11 kW DC 110 kW | AC 11 kW DC 65 kW | AC 2.8 kW AC 3.7 kW AC 7.4 kW AC 11 kW DC 50 kW |
Charging time
Information about the estimated charging time for this EV depending on the various type of charging it supports.
| Charging time | DC 110 kW, 0:26 DC 110 kW, 0:36 AC 11 kW, 6:12 | DC 65 kW, 0:28 DC 65 kW, 0:37 AC 11 kW, 5:30 | DC 50 kW, 0:41 AC 11 kW, 3:50 AC 7.4 kW, 5:42 AC 3.7 kW, 11:24 AC 2.8 kW, 15:04 |
Additional features
A list of standard and optional exterior and interior features of the model.
| Additional features | - | - | Rear cupholders (S) Adaptive Cruise/Speed Control (O) Brake Assist System (S) Camera-based cruise control with Stop&Go function (O) City brake function (O) Collision Warning System (O) Cornering Brake Control (S) Electronic Brake Distribution (S) Electronic hand brake (S) Engine Start Button (S) Front and rear park distance control (S) Front and side airbags (S) Front radar (S) Full-length side curtain airbags (S) Hill holder (S) Immobilizer (S) Low Tire Pressure Indicator (S) Pasrking Assistance (O) Passenger Assist Handles (S) Pedestrian and collision warning (O) Proactive driving assistant (O) Rear camera and radar (S) Service Interval Indicator (S) Speed limit info (O) Standard Cruise/Speed Control (S) Theft Deterrent System (S) Traffic jam assistant (O) 10.3-inch multi-funciton touchscreen (O) 12V power outlet (S) 200GB internal HD (O) 6.5-inch touchscreen (S) AM/FM Radio, Digital Radio (S) Bluetooth (S) BMW Apps (O) BMW iDrive (S) BMW Online with MyInfo (O) Coming Home Device (S) ConnectedDrive Services (S) Garage Door Opener (S) Internal HD (S) Keyless entry (S) MP3 Player (O) Navigation (S) Remote Audio Controls (S) Satellite radio (S) 4 x sepakers, standard audio system (S) Smart Card/Key (S) 12 x speakers, 360 watt, Harmon/Kardon Premium Sound (O) Text To Speech / Speech To Text (O) Wi-Fi hotspot (O) Wireless charging pad (O) Climate control (S) Remote control (S) Ventilation System (S) Head Restraints (S) Heated front seats (S) Isofix Preparation (S) Leather-trimmed, tilt telescoping (S) Door Entry Light (S) Heated washer (S) Moonroof (O) Power Locks (S) Power Locks, With Passive Access (Card Key) (S) Tinted glass windows (S) Zone-tinted windshield with wipers (S) Automatic rear-view mirror (S) Foldable side mirrors (S) Illuminated driver and passenger vanity mirror (S) Memory adjustment (S) Toned heated driver and passenger power side mirrors with turn signals (S) Adaptive LED headlights with turn lights and high beam assist (O) Headlight Control, Dusk Sensor (S) LED daytime running lights (S) LED headlights with cornering lights (S) LED taillights (S) Alloy Look On Instrument Panel And Shift Knob (S) Cargo Area Cover (S) Cloth (S) Dark Oak wood trim (O) Electronic Brown Trim (S) Eucalyptus wood trim (O) Leather and cloth (S) Mega Carum Spice Grey SensaTec with Brown Cloth highlights (S) Tera Dark Truffle Vernasca Leather (S) Titanium Look On Instrument Panel (S) Wood/Woodgrain On Instrument Panel (S) |
Additional information
Additional information about this electric vehicle.
| Additional information | - | BYD e-Platform 3.0 CTB (cell-to-body) technology | BMW i3 interior worlds have different names and variants in different markets. In the US they are Deka World / Mega World / Giga World / Tera World. In the UK they are Atelier / Lodge / Loft / Suite. |
| 2025 BYD Dolphin 150 kW | 2025 BYD Atto 2 | 2020 BMW i3 42 kWh |