Australia (Common Wealth) _ BYD has revealed Australia’s cheapest EV, the Dolphin, which will be priced at $38,890 – $100 less than the entry-level MG4 announced earlier this week by its rival Chinese vehicle maker.
The Australian electric vehicle market, which has already more than doubled by 2023, is entering a new era, both in terms of pricing and competition. That’s encouraging news for EV buyers.
The Dynamic model will cost $38,890 and is projected to be eligible for most state and territory subsidies, with the exception of those in Victoria, which will expire at the end of June.
The Dynamic model will also include a 44.9 kWh BYD Blade battery and a range of 340 kilometers. This model comes with 16-inch wheels.
The Dynamic variant now undercuts the MG4’s Excite variant, which was unveiled earlier this week, and it now includes basic safety measures on both models. These are some examples:
Many of the safety features found in this electric hatchback are found in much more expensive vehicles, which is fantastic at this price point.
The redesigned Dolphin also has quick charging capabilities, with speeds varying depending on the version. With its 44.9 kWh battery, the Dynamic model can charge up to 60 kW.
The Dynamic model will have a power output of 70 kW and a torque output of 180 Nm. It can also accelerate from 0 to 100 km/h in 12.3 seconds, which is modest yet enough for a city car.
When compared to comparable hatchbacks on the market, this is quite good. Given that EVs are more efficient in terms of interior space, the Dolphin is projected to be larger.
On the inside, the Dolphin has a 12.8-inch rotatable infotainment screen with Apple Carplay. Prospective purchasers would be pleased if the Dolphin’s screen is similar to that of BYD’s larger Atto 3 SUV. The Dynamic model comes in four single-tone colors: Sand White, Maldive Purple, Urban Grey and coral pink.
Smaller EVs are an important part of the automobile market and of Australia’s EV transition. It previously lacked alternatives for electric hatchbacks, but a few announcements in recent months have changed that.
This latest announcement highlights electric hatchbacks and will make EVs available to thousands of Australians in the coming months. That would enable many more Australians to make the move to electric vehicles and never look back.
