From AutoEV.
Is the BYD Dolphin Surf the smartest small electric car you can buy?
After living with the BYD Dolphin Surf for a full week, Simon discovers whether BYD’s newest compact EV is simply a bold-looking city car—or one of the biggest surprises of 2026.
With its striking lime green paint, practical interior, impressive motorway manners and affordable pricing, the Dolphin Surf has plenty going for it. But it’s not without flaws. In this 7-Day Deep Dive Review, Simon explores the real-world ownership experience, including range, comfort, practicality, infotainment, charging and whether the mid-range Boost model is actually the one to buy.
In this review:
• Real-world driving impressions after 7 days
• City driving, comfort and manoeuvrability
• Motorway refinement and performance
• Boot space and family practicality
• Infotainment system pros and cons
• Regenerative braking explained
• Which Dolphin Surf trim offers the best value?
• How it compares with rivals including the Renault 5 E-Tech and Citroën ë-C3
If you’re considering a small electric car, don’t buy before watching this review.
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