Factory model specifications
Model-edition evidence
3 original manufacturer-edition data points. Read each row's market, engine and equipment conditions; none covers every VIN.
Manufacturer-backed new global model / United Kingdom / 2023 launch
BYD Dolphin
BYD Dolphin electric hatchback offered with two different announced Blade Battery capacities across its original UK editions.
Electric hatchbacksUnited Kingdom2023 launch manufacturer edition
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Is the original UK Dolphin Active or Boost battery and range the same as the larger-battery version?
No. BYD's October 2023 UK announcement lists 44.9 kWh for Active and Boost with estimated 211 and 193 miles WLTP respectively, versus 60.4 kWh and 265 miles in the larger-battery model.
What the manufacturer actually specifies
| Specification | Published value | Applicability |
|---|---|---|
| Original Active/Boost pack | 44.9 kWh | Original October 2023 UK launch announcement, model availability and WLTP estimates provisional |
| Original larger pack | 60.4 kWh | Original UK Dolphin large-battery version in October 2023 launch, not a Dolphin Surf |
| Original Active vs Boost range estimates | 211 / 193 miles WLTP | Original UK 2023 announced Active and Boost versions respectively, labelled estimates |
Equipment and year check: The 2023 launch figures do not establish current or overseas Dolphin specifications. WLTP is not a real-world guarantee; Dolphin Surf and Dolphin G DM-i are different products.
Your owner's reference: what's known and what's missing
We're bringing every international vehicle to the same evidence and maintenance structure as our exact-code dossiers. This page has manufacturer-edition information, not a fully verified chassis/VIN service record. Each topic below shows the current evidence level.
Oil, fluids & scheduled maintenance
Exact-vehicle evidence pending
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Tyres, wheels & batteries
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No universal tyre/pressure or battery value is claimed. Confirm the door placard, fitted wheel and exact factory electrical system.
OEM parts & fitment
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No VIN-qualified replacement part has been reviewed. The vehicle model name alone is insufficient for fitment.
Warning lights & diagnostics
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Engine/EV fault symptoms and model-specific repair evidence still need independent source review.
Recalls & campaigns
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Maintenance & DIY guides
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Service, batteries, tyres and model-specific comparisons
These manufacturer references separate engines, battery types, wheel packages and markets. They do not invent a specification for every trim.
Original manufacturer reference
BYD Dolphin 44.9 vs 60.4 kWh Battery: Original UK Range
Which original UK BYD Dolphin battery and WLTP range applies to Active, Boost and larger-battery versions?
Read the owner answer →Original manufacturer referenceBYD Dolphin Surf Active vs Boost vs Comfort: Battery & Charging
How do the original European BYD Dolphin Surf Active, Boost and Comfort editions differ in battery size, range and DC charging?
Read the owner answer →Original manufacturer documents
This page introduces a documented vehicle model family and a specific manufacturer edition. It is not a claim that all VINs or trims have identical service fills, batteries, tyres or fitment. An exact-generation maintenance fact must be reviewed independently before entering the chassis-linked catalog.
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