The Dolphin G is BYD’s B-segment plug-in hybrid hatchback for European and export markets. First announced in May 2026, it went on sale in June, with the full European rollout in the autumn. It is the first BYD developed specifically for Europe and is built at the company’s plant in Szeged, Hungary.
Platform. Length is 4,160 mm, width 1,825 mm, on a 2,610 mm wheelbase, making it shorter than the all-electric Dolphin (4,290 mm) that sits beside it in BYD’s range.
Powertrain. The DM-i plug-in hybrid uses a 1.5-litre naturally aspirated petrol engine (70 kW, 94 hp) and a front electric motor, with a 180 km/h top speed and combined range of more than 1,000 km. The entry version makes 129 kW (173 hp) and 210 Nm with a 7.42 kWh battery (40 km WLTP electric range); higher trims step up to 156 kW (209 hp) with an 18.3 kWh battery and 90 to 105 km of electric range.
Design and cabin. The exterior has stretched headlights, semi-hidden door handles, a floating roofline, a single-bar taillight, and 16 or 18-inch wheels. Inside there is a 12.8-inch touchscreen, vehicle-to-load output, a panoramic roof, a 360-degree camera system, and a three-spoke steering wheel. The boot holds 425 litres, expanding to 1,225 litres.
In Italy the four trims run from 24,790 euros (Active) to 30,790 euros (Sport). In Germany they run from 28,990 euros (Active) to 34,490 euros (Sport) before incentives.
