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BYD Dolphin vs Peugeot e-208
Selected trimComfortChange trim265 mi · 60.4 kWh · £30,195
At a glance
In this comparison, BYD Dolphin leads on motorway range, family practicality and charging speed, while the Peugeot e-208 counters with the lowest price.
Which should you choose?
Choose the BYD Dolphin if...
- you do long motorway journeys - it has the best estimated real-world range at speed
- you need the most family-friendly option with good safety and space
- you need the fastest charging of these options
- you want the lowest running costs - from just 1.9p per mile on off-peak electricity
How we reached the recommendation
Verdict
Our take
The BYD Dolphin leads in the most categories, but each car here has its strengths.
Value
BYD
6.7
Peugeot
6.3
Too close to call
Motorway RangeBYD
BYD
5.5
Peugeot
3.6
FamilyBYD
BYD
7.9
Peugeot
5.8
ChargingBYD
BYD
7.7
Peugeot
4.6
Cost Per MileBYD
BYD
7.2
Peugeot
5
City Driving
BYD
8.5
Peugeot
8.6
Too close to call
What each car does better
See the specification differences behind the verdict, with supporting figures for each advantage.
BYD Dolphin
Comfort
- 39 miles more WLTP range
- 55 litres more boot space
- 50 kW more power
- 1.1s quicker 0-62 mph
- 1.0 m tighter turning circle
- 750 kg more towing capacity
Key specifications
Compare the key specifications for your selected trims.
| Measure | BYD DolphinComfort | Peugeot e-208Allure 50 kWh 136 |
|---|---|---|
| Price | £30,195 | £25,065 (better) |
| Official range | 265 miles (better) | 226 miles |
| Boot space | 364 L (better) | 309 L |
| 0-62 mph | 7 sec (better) | 8.1 sec |
Size Comparison
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BYD Dolphin
Peugeot e-208
Length
BYD Dolphin4,290mm
Peugeot e-2084,055mm-235mm
Width
BYD Dolphin1,770mm
Peugeot e-2081,765mm-5mm
Height
BYD Dolphin1,570mm
Peugeot e-2081,430mm-140mm
Space, size & parking
Parking & manoeuvring
Compare exterior dimensions to assess how each car fits UK parking spaces.
| Measure | BYD DolphinComfort | Peugeot e-208Allure 50 kWh 136 |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 4,290 mm | 4,055 mm |
| Width (mirrors folded) | 1,770 mm | 1,765 mm (better) |
| Width with mirrors out | 2,012 mm | 1,960 mm (better) |
| Height | 1,570 mm | 1,430 mm |
| Turning circle | 9.4 m (better) | 10.4 m |
| Clearance in a standard bayA standard UK parking bay is 2,400 mm wide. | 630 mm spare | 635 mm spare (better) |
People & luggage
Compare seating, child-seat mounting points, boot space and towing capacity.
| Measure | BYD DolphinComfort | Peugeot e-208Allure 50 kWh 136 |
|---|---|---|
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| ISOFIX child-seat points | 3 | Not available |
| Boot space (seats up) | 364 L (better) | 309 L |
| Boot space (seats down) | 1329 L (better) | 1119 L |
| Towing capacity (braked) | 750 kg (better) | 0 kg |
How each stacks up
Percentile ranks against UK EVs of the same body style.
BYD Dolphin
- 265 mile WLTP range, longer than 90% of hatchback EVs we track.
- Peak DC charging of 110 kW, faster than 85% of hatchback EVs in our catalogue.
- One of 33 of 232 UK EVs in our catalogue with V2L (vehicle-to-load) support.
Peugeot e-208
Not enough peers to make confident percentile claims.
Full specifications
| Specification |  BYD Dolphin Comfort |  Peugeot e-208 Allure 50 kWh 136 |
|---|---|---|
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4.29m | 4.05m-235mm |
| Width | 1.77m | 1.76m-5mm |
| Width (mirrors) | 2.01m | 1.96m-52mm |
| Height | 1.57m | 1.43m-140mm |
| Wheelbase | 2.70m | 2.54m-160mm |
| Capacity | ||
| Boot (seats up) | 364L (better) | 309L |
| Boot (seats down) | 1329L (better) | 1119L |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Practicality | ||
| Turning Circle | 9.4m (better) | 10.4m |
| Kerb Weight | 1,658kg | 1,455kg (better) |
| Towing Capacity | 750kg (better) | Not available |
| Electric | ||
| Battery | 60.4kWh (better) | 50kWh |
| Range (WLTP) | 265 mi (better) | 226 mi |
| Max DC Charge | 110kW (better) | 100kW |
| Pricing | ||
| UK MSRP | £30,195 | £25,065 (better) |
| Price after EV grant | £30,195 (not eligible) | £23,565 (-£1,500) |
| Details | ||
| Body Style | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Available | 2023+ | 2024+ |
Range & charging
Range, charging & battery
Check official and estimated driving range alongside charging speeds, efficiency and battery technology.
| Measure | BYD DolphinComfort | Peugeot e-208Allure 50 kWh 136 |
|---|---|---|
| Official range (WLTP) | 265 miles (better) | 226 miles |
| Estimated motorway rangeEVcarsguide estimate at sustained motorway speed. | 221 miles (better) | 155 miles |
| Max rapid charge rate | 110 kW (better) | 100 kW |
| Home AC charging | 11 kW (better) | 7.4 kW |
| Energy consumption | Not available | 154 Wh/km |
| Usable battery capacity | 60.4 kWh (better) | 46 kWh |
| Battery chemistry | LFP | NMC |
| Battery architecture | 400V | Not available |
| Heat pump | Standard | Not available |
Driving & everyday use
Performance & drivetrain
Compare acceleration, power and drivetrain specifications for the selected trims.
| Measure | BYD DolphinComfort | Peugeot e-208Allure 50 kWh 136 |
|---|---|---|
| 0-62 mph | 7 sec (better) | 8.1 sec |
| Power | 150 kW (better) | 100 kW |
| Torque | 310 Nm (better) | 260 Nm |
| Drivetrain | FWD | FWD |
What the critics say
See how UK motoring publications rate each car in their road tests.
BYD Dolphin
Comfort
7.2/10
average across 6 reviews
- Electrifying.com8/10
- DrivingElectric4/5
- Auto Express4/5
Peugeot e-208
Allure 50 kWh 136
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BYD Dolphin
All 3 videos
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Prices & deals
New and used prices
Current pricing and recent used-market behaviour.
| Measure | BYD DolphinComfort | Peugeot e-208Allure 50 kWh 136 |
|---|---|---|
| Used market price from | £17,646 | £17,200 |
| Average used price | £18,844 | £18,749 |
| Saving vs RRP | £11,351 below new | £6,316 below new |
| Recent used-price trend | Up 19.4% over ~6 months | Up 2.6% over ~6 months |
Used prices are indicative figures gathered from independent UK dealer listings and change frequently.
Calculate your real costs
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Safety & ownership confidence
Euro NCAP - BYD Dolphin Comfort
Tested 2023
Adult Occupant89%
Child Occupant87%
Vulnerable Road Users85%
Safety Assist79%
Full result on euroncap.com (opens in new tab)
Euro NCAP - Peugeot e-208 Allure 50 kWh 136
Tested 2019
Adult Occupant91%
Child Occupant86%
Vulnerable Road Users56%
Safety Assist71%
Full result on euroncap.com (opens in new tab)
Warranty
Check the published battery warranty cover for each selected trim.
| Measure | BYD DolphinComfort | Peugeot e-208Allure 50 kWh 136 |
|---|---|---|
| Battery warranty | 8 years | 8 years |
| Battery warranty distance | 250,000 km (better) | 160,934 km |
Buying options
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BYD Dolphin
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Peugeot e-208
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Live used listings
Active inventory from independent UK dealers.
BYD Dolphin
No active listings.
Peugeot e-208
- £15,6952024Drive GreenView
Frequently asked questions
Is the BYD Dolphin worth the extra £5,130 over the Peugeot e-208?
The BYD Dolphin costs £5,130 more than the Peugeot e-208. For that premium it adds 39 miles more WLTP range, 55 litres more boot space and 50 kW more power. On EVcarsguide's combined category scores, the BYD Dolphin comes out ahead overall.
Which is cheaper to own over 5 years, the BYD Dolphin or the Peugeot e-208?
The Peugeot e-208 is £5,130 cheaper to buy. Running costs are almost identical - about £152 a year either way, at 8,000 miles on an off-peak home tariff. Add 5 years of charging and the Peugeot e-208 comes out roughly £5,050 cheaper overall. These figures cover list price and home charging only - insurance, servicing, tyres and depreciation will move the real total.
What are the BYD Dolphin and Peugeot e-208 like on a long motorway trip?
EVcarsguide estimates a real-world motorway range of about 221 miles for the BYD Dolphin and 155 miles for the Peugeot e-208 - both below their WLTP figures, because sustained high speed is the hardest case for an EV. The BYD Dolphin goes roughly 66 miles further between charging stops.
Which is easier to park and drive in town, the BYD Dolphin or the Peugeot e-208?
The two are within 5 mm on width, so neither is meaningfully easier to thread into a tight space. In a standard 2,400 mm bay that leaves about 635 mm of total clearance for the Peugeot e-208 and about 630 mm of total clearance for the BYD Dolphin. The BYD Dolphin also turns in a 1.0 m tighter circle, which helps with U-turns and multi-storey ramps.
Which battery will hold up better as a used buy, the BYD Dolphin or the Peugeot e-208?
Over a 8-year ownership window EVcarsguide's degradation model projects roughly 90% battery health for the BYD Dolphin and 84% for the Peugeot e-208. That gives the BYD Dolphin a modest edge in retained real-world range. The BYD Dolphin's LFP-type pack tolerates daily 100% charging, while the Peugeot e-208's NMC-type pack lasts longest kept to about 80% for everyday use. Both batteries carry a 8-year manufacturer warranty.
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Data accuracy
Specs are sourced from manufacturer websites and manually reviewed. These figures were last verified .