BYD Dolphin vs Honda City Hatchback
Price, estimated monthly instalment and specifications of the BYD Dolphin and the Honda City Hatchback 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 Honda Cars Philippines, Inc. Last verified .
Photo: BYD Cars Philippines, via bydcarsphilippines.com.
BYD Dolphin
GLX variant
- SRP
- ₱1,438,000
- Est. monthly
- ₱25,024
Photo: Honda Cars Philippines, via hondaphil.com.
Honda City Hatchback
1.5 RS CVT variant
- SRP
- ₱1,238,000
- Est. monthly
- ₱21,544
How they differ
- The Honda City Hatchback is the less expensive of the two: it starts at ₱1,238,000, which is ₱200,000 (14%) below the BYD Dolphin at ₱1,438,000.
- On installment at our default terms, the City Hatchback is estimated at ₱21,544 a month against ₱25,024 for the Dolphin, a difference of ₱3,480 a month.
- The City Hatchback makes more power (121 PS against 95 PS for the Dolphin).
- The Dolphin has more torque (180 Nm against 145 Nm for the City Hatchback).
- The City Hatchback is the longer vehicle (4,373 mm against 4,125 mm for the Dolphin).
- The City Hatchback sits higher off the ground (134 mm against 120 mm for the Dolphin).
- They differ in powertrain: the Dolphin has a battery-electric powertrain, the City Hatchback a combustion engine.
Specifications side by side
| Specification | BYD DolphinGLX, ₱1,438,000 | Honda City Hatchback1.5 RS CVT, ₱1,238,000 |
|---|---|---|
| Engine and performance | ||
| Engine (differs) | Permanent magnet synchronous motor, front | DOHC i-VTEC 4-cylinder, 16-valve |
| Displacement (differs) | n/a | 1498 cc |
| Max power (differs) | 95 PS | 121 PS |
| Power peak (differs) | n/a | 6600 rpm |
| Max torque (differs) | 180 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque peak (differs) | n/a | 4,300 |
| Fuel system (differs) | n/a | Programmed Fuel Injection (PGM-FI) |
| Emission standard (differs) | n/a | Euro 5 |
| Electric powertrain | ||
| Battery capacity (differs) | 44.9 kWh | n/a |
| Battery type (differs) | BYD Blade Battery (lithium iron phosphate) | n/a |
| Electric range (differs) | 405 km | n/a |
| Range test cycle (differs) | NEDC | n/a |
| Motor power (differs) | 70 kW | n/a |
| AC charging (differs) | 6.6 kW | n/a |
| DC fast charging (differs) | 60 kW | n/a |
| Charging time (differs) | DC 0.5 h from 30% to 80%; AC 8 h from 0% to 100% | n/a |
| Transmission | ||
| Transmission (differs) | n/a | Continuously variable transmission (CVT) |
| Drivetrain | Front-wheel drive | Front-wheel drive |
| Dimensions and weight | ||
| Length (differs) | 4125 mm | 4373 mm |
| Width (differs) | 1770 mm | 1748 mm |
| Height (differs) | 1570 mm | 1488 mm |
| Wheelbase (differs) | 2700 mm | 2600 mm |
| Ground clearance (differs) | 120 mm | 134 mm |
| Curb weight (differs) | 1405 kg | 1137 kg |
| Turning radius (differs) | 5.25 m | 5 m |
| Capacity | ||
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Fuel tank (differs) | n/a | 40 L |
| Cargo volume (differs) | 345 L | 289 L |
| Chassis and brakes | ||
| Front suspension | MacPherson strut | MacPherson Strut |
| Rear suspension | Torsion beam | Torsion Beam |
| Front brake | Ventilated disc | Ventilated Disc |
| Rear brake (differs) | Solid disc | Drum |
| Tyres (differs) | 195/60 R16 | 185/55 R16 87H |
| Wheels (differs) | Alloy | 16 x 6J Black Cut Alloy |
| Safety | ||
| ABS | ABS with EBD | ABS with EBD |
| Airbags | 6 | 6 |
| Driver assistance (differs) | 360-degree camera, 3 rear parking sensors, cruise control | Honda SENSING: adaptive cruise control, collision mitigation braking, lane keeping assist, road departure mitigation, lane departure warning |
| Stability control (differs) | Electronic Stability Control with traction control | Vehicle Stability Assist (VSA) |
| Features | ||
| Infotainment (differs) | 12.8-inch rotating touchscreen | 10-inch Touchscreen Audio |
| Smartphone connectivity (differs) | Apple CarPlay, Android Auto, Bluetooth | Wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto |
| Instrument panel (differs) | 5-inch LCD | 4.2-inch Full Color TFT Meter with Red Ambient Light |
| Headlight (differs) | LED projector | Full LED |
| Keyless system (differs) | Smart entry with push-button start | Smart Entry |
| Other features (differs) | Vehicle-to-Load (V2L); top speed 130 km/h; 0-50 km/h in 3.9 s | n/a |
| Ownership | ||
| Warranty (differs) | 6 years or 150,000 km, whichever comes first | 5 years or 150,000 km, whichever comes first (Honda Secure Plus extended warranty) |
| 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.