BYD Dolphin vs GAC AION UT
Price, estimated monthly instalment and specifications of the BYD Dolphin and the GAC AION UT as sold in the Philippines, using each model's lowest-priced variant.
Source: Mobility Access Philippines Ventures, Inc. (BYD Cars Philippines), an ACMobility company and GAC International Philippines, Inc. Last verified .
Photo: BYD Cars Philippines, via bydcarsphilippines.com.
BYD Dolphin
GLX variant
- SRP
- ₱1,438,000
- Est. monthly
- ₱25,024
Photo: GAC Philippines, via gacgroup.com.
GAC AION UT
Elite variant
- SRP
- ₱1,068,000
- Est. monthly
- ₱18,586
How they differ
- The GAC AION UT is the less expensive of the two: it starts at ₱1,068,000, which is ₱370,000 (26%) below the BYD Dolphin at ₱1,438,000.
- On installment at our default terms, the AION UT is estimated at ₱18,586 a month against ₱25,024 for the Dolphin, a difference of ₱6,438 a month.
- The AION UT makes more power (136 PS against 95 PS for the Dolphin).
- The Dolphin has more torque (180 Nm against 145 Nm for the AION UT).
- The AION UT is the longer vehicle (4,270 mm against 4,125 mm for the Dolphin).
- The AION UT sits higher off the ground (147 mm against 120 mm for the Dolphin).
Specifications side by side
| Specification | BYD DolphinGLX, ₱1,438,000 | GAC AION UTElite, ₱1,068,000 |
|---|---|---|
| Engine and performance | ||
| Engine (differs) | Permanent magnet synchronous motor, front | Single front electric motor |
| Max power (differs) | 95 PS | 136 PS |
| Max torque (differs) | 180 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Electric powertrain | ||
| Battery capacity (differs) | 44.9 kWh | 44.12 kWh |
| Battery type (differs) | BYD Blade Battery (lithium iron phosphate) | LFP (Magazine Battery) |
| Electric range (differs) | 405 km | 400 km |
| Range test cycle | NEDC | NEDC |
| Motor power (differs) | 70 kW | 100 kW |
| AC charging | 6.6 kW | 6.6 kW |
| DC fast charging (differs) | 60 kW | 64 kW |
| Charging time (differs) | DC 0.5 h from 30% to 80%; AC 8 h from 0% to 100% | DC 30-80% in about 24 minutes |
| Transmission | ||
| Drivetrain (differs) | Front-wheel drive | FWD |
| Dimensions and weight | ||
| Length (differs) | 4125 mm | 4270 mm |
| Width (differs) | 1770 mm | 1850 mm |
| Height (differs) | 1570 mm | 1575 mm |
| Wheelbase (differs) | 2700 mm | 2750 mm |
| Ground clearance (differs) | 120 mm | 147 mm |
| Curb weight (differs) | 1405 kg | 1540 kg |
| Turning radius (differs) | 5.25 m | n/a |
| Capacity | ||
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Cargo volume (differs) | 345 L | 440 L |
| Chassis and brakes | ||
| Front suspension | MacPherson strut | MacPherson strut |
| Rear suspension | Torsion beam | Torsion beam |
| Front brake (differs) | Ventilated disc | Disc |
| Rear brake (differs) | Solid disc | Disc |
| Tyres (differs) | 195/60 R16 | 215/60R16 |
| Wheels (differs) | Alloy | 16" alloy |
| Safety | ||
| ABS | ABS with EBD | ABS with EBD |
| Airbags (differs) | 6 | n/a |
| Driver assistance (differs) | 360-degree camera, 3 rear parking sensors, cruise control | Adaptive cruise control, integrated cruise assist, AEB, forward collision warning, lane departure warning, lane keeping assist, emergency lane keeping, blind-spot detection, door open warning, rear cross-traffic alert, rear collision warning, front and rear parking sensors, surround-view camera |
| Stability control (differs) | Electronic Stability Control with traction control | Vehicle dynamics control, traction control, hill-hold control |
| Features | ||
| Infotainment (differs) | 12.8-inch rotating touchscreen | 14.6" touchscreen, 6 speakers, online navigation, in-car Wi-Fi hotspot |
| Smartphone connectivity (differs) | Apple CarPlay, Android Auto, Bluetooth | Apple CarPlay, Android Auto, smartphone app remote control |
| Instrument panel (differs) | 5-inch LCD | 8.88" LCD |
| Headlight (differs) | LED projector | LED with auto headlights |
| Keyless system (differs) | Smart entry with push-button start | n/a |
| Other features (differs) | Vehicle-to-Load (V2L); top speed 130 km/h; 0-50 km/h in 3.9 s | Heat pump, V2L, power-folding mirrors, fabric seats, PM2.5 filter |
| Ownership | ||
| Warranty (differs) | 6 years or 150,000 km, whichever comes first | 8 years or 160,000 km basic; 8 years or 200,000 km on traction battery and electric drive |
| Battery warranty (differs) | 8 years or 160,000 km, whichever comes first (minimum 70% state of health) | n/a |
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Prices are the distributor's suggested retail prices as of the verified date and may differ at dealers. Registration, insurance and other fees are not included unless stated.