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BYD Dolphin
بي واي دي دولفين
68/100 Good Beseyat Score
2026 Hatchback Electric
79,900 SAR – 89,900 SAR ~
≈ 1,465 SAR/mo · estimate
Price position: 45% below its class median ~ entry price vs the median of 12 same-class rivals — estimate
Value ladder
estimate
63,920 SAR
80% retained
50,337 SAR
63% retained
38,352 SAR
48% retained
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Model years
2026 — this page
2021 · used
Beseyat Score
68/100
Good
An independent, data-driven editorial score computed from published specifications — not a safety certification. How we score
Trims & prices
| Trim | Price |
|---|---|
| Comfort | 79,900 SAR ~ |
Engine
| Fuel type | Electric |
|---|---|
| Power | 204 hp |
| Torque | 310 Nm |
| Battery capacity | 60.5 kWh |
| Electric range | 427 km |
Transmission & performance
| Transmission | Single-speed (EV) |
|---|---|
| Gears | 1 |
| Drivetrain | Front-wheel drive (FWD) |
| 0–100 km/h | 7.0 s |
| Top speed | 160 km/h |
Fuel economy
| Fuel economy | — |
|---|---|
| Tank capacity | — |
Dimensions & practicality
| Length | 4,290 mm |
|---|---|
| Width | 1,770 mm |
| Height | 1,570 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,700 mm |
| Boot capacity | 345 L |
| Weight | 1,658 kg |
| Ground clearance | — |
| Seats | 5 |
| Doors | 5 |
Safety
| Airbags | 6 |
|---|---|
| ABS brakes | Yes |
| Stability control (ESC) | Yes |
| NCAP rating | ★★★★★ |
Driver assistance (ADAS)
Adaptive cruise control
Autonomous emergency braking
Lane keep assist
Blind spot monitoring
Key features
- Blade LFP battery with strong thermal stability
- 12.8-inch rotating touchscreen
- Vehicle-to-load power output
- Heat pump climate system
Warranty
6 years / 150,000 km
Pros
- Cheapest BYD EV in KSA
- Very low running costs versus petrol
- Blade battery suits Saudi heat
- Practical hatchback for city use
Cons
- Public charging network still limited outside big cities
- Range drops with heavy A/C use in summer
- EV resale market still immature in KSA
5-year cost of ownership estimate
1,166 SAR
69,948 SAR
44,148 SAR ~
Loses value faster than the market average
A rough 5-year estimate for 15,000 km/year, financed at 20% down. Adjust it in the full calculator.
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Prices are indicative, include VAT, and may vary — always confirm with the dealer. · Data as of: 2026-07
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