The world’s largest electric vehicle manufacturer, BYD, continues to expand its product line. In doing so, the company is creating various sub-brands with the aim of reaching a broader user base. According to the latest information, the company is preparing to introduce its newest Dolphin Champion Edition on May 10th. The new model is expected to feature some improvements in design and specs. Here are the details…
BYD Dolphin Champion Edition will be launched on May 10, with stronger configuration
BYD is set to release its latest Dolphin Champion Edition on May 10th, featuring a range of enhancements in design, configuration details, and options based on market demands and user preferences. The goal is to boost the vehicles competitiveness in the electric vehicle market. The Dolphin Champion Edition comes equipped with a 170kW permanent magnet synchronous motor.
Its performance fills the gap between the existing 550km standard rear-wheel-drive version and the 700km long-range rear-wheel-drive version, offering a balanced combination of price, features, range, efficiency, and performance. In terms of smart features, the Dolphin Champion Edition’s NFC car keys may support both Android and iOS operating systems.
Additionally, the previously optional ambient light panoramic sunroof could become standard for the 650km four-wheel-drive performance version of the Dolphin Champion Edition. The “iTAC Intelligent Torque Control System” might also be included in the new model. So why did BYD make such a decision?
According to the company’s latest sales report, the BYD Dolphin did not meet sales expectations. The vehicle sold only 6,212 units in the last quarter. The highest number of units sold in a quarter was at most 15,000. This prompted the company to try to make changes with the Champion Edition. The company is investigating the reasons why users did not prefer this model, with the aim of addressing the shortcomings and turning the situation positive. However, whether it will be successful or not remains uncertain. The complete features of the current BYD Dolphin 2023 are as follows:
| Category | Specification |
|---|---|
| Exterior | Color options: Pupu Pink, Beibei Grey, Cheese Yellow, Surfing Blue, Atlantis Grey, Taro Purple, and Black |
| Dimensions (LxWxH): 4070/1770/1570mm | |
| Wheelbase: 2700mm | |
| Wheels: 16 or 17-inch | |
| Interior | Steering wheel: Flat-bottom multi-function |
| Instrument panel: 5-inch full LCD | |
| Central control screen: 12.8-inch floating | |
| Passenger seat: 4-way electronically adjustable | |
| Driver seat: 6-way electronically adjustable | |
| Rear center armrest with cup holder | |
| Front parking radar | |
| Electric exterior mirrors | |
| Seatbelt warning light | |
| Real-time tire pressure monitoring | |
| Rear cupholders: 2 | |
| Powertrain | Motor: Front permanent magnet synchronous |
| Output: 70 kW/180 Nm or 130 kW/290 Nm | |
| Range: 420 km or 401 km | |
| Acceleration (0-100 km/h): 10.9 seconds or 7.5 seconds | |
| Battery pack: 44.9 kWh BYD LFP Blade | |
| Fast charging: 60 kW | |
| Price | 116,800 – 136,800 RMB (16,700 – 19,600 USD) |
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