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BYD Dolphin vs Leapmotor B05
Two hatchback cars at similar prices. Here is how the cheapest version of each compares, using the same October 2026 data. The better figure in each row is highlighted; it is not a recommendation.
The main differences
- The BYD Dolphin is £290 cheaper than the Leapmotor B05 (£30,205 against £30,495).
- The Leapmotor B05 goes further: about 235 miles against 215 in typical real-world driving.
Side by side
| BYD Dolphin 60.4 kWh | Leapmotor B05 67 kWh | |
|---|---|---|
| Guide price (from) | £30,205 | £30,495 |
| Real-world range | 215 mi | 235 mi |
| Official WLTP range | – | – |
| Cold motorway range | – | – |
| Efficiency | 3.6 mi/kWh | 3.6 mi/kWh |
| Usable battery | 60.5 kWh | 65 kWh |
| Rapid charging (peak) | up to 110 kW | up to 174 kW |
| 10–80% charge | – | – |
| AC charging | – | – |
| Boot | 345 L | 345 L |
| Towing (braked) | – | – |
| Length | – | – |
| 0–62 mph | 7 s | 6.6 s |
| Heat pump | Available (check whether standard) | Available (check whether standard) |
| V2L | Yes | Yes |
| Electric Car Grant | Not listed | Not listed |
| Brand warranty | 6 years | Check |
Cheapest version of each model in our list: BYD Dolphin 60.4 kWh and Leapmotor B05 67 kWh. Figures from EV Database UK and published UK sources, October 2026. Confirm prices and specifications with the seller.
Frequently asked questions
Which is cheaper, the BYD Dolphin or the Leapmotor B05?
The BYD Dolphin is £290 cheaper than the Leapmotor B05 (£30,205 against £30,495).
Which has the longer range, the BYD Dolphin or the Leapmotor B05?
The Leapmotor B05 goes further: about 235 miles against 215 in typical real-world driving.
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