You hit the nail on the head saying BYD you can see them making a statement of intent offering a good deal of standard equipment on the cars at a considerable less cost than some of its rivals ..will ruffle some feathers me thinks 🤔 great review planet auto 🚘 ❤
Taking delivery of the comfort long range dolphin in october, had 3 yrs company car lease mini cooper e with no bother other than eating front tyres from regen or e braking everywhere 😀, on the mini it's really strong and you really don't need to press the brake pedal in normal conditions....you dont mention anything about the e braking or regen force.... how is it on the dolphin ?
I like both and with the latest MG models it’s a tough call, regen is a noticeable difference in BYD more natural rather than heavier and they’re both finished well, have you driven either yet and if not do you plan to?
We have the early ZS and been brilliant. The new one on the way and talk of an Mg4 platform suv. Also a solid state battery from MG. So it’s a pivotal point. Was impressed with Dolphins tech and build didn’t get chance to test drive as time constraint. Just get feeling MG will catch up and been happy with service,car. Time will tell. 👍
@sussexbikerpillion we drove the new ZS (ps I love the early ZS all powertrains) last week would you like the review link, it’s absolutely fantastic. It was the new hybrid too.
Coming from a BMW i3 (currenty driving), that small display behind the steering wheel doesn't bother me lol. Is bigger than the i3 display lol. I'm planning to replace the i3 with the Dophine.
@@PlanetautoUK I loved the i3 as well but I need something slightly bigger and practical like sit 5 ppl. Value for money wise, the Dophine is a no brainer.
The citroen c3e at just over £20,000 will see the price of these drop quickly, they sell for £10,000 less in their home market. MG and BYD will have to respond, so imo don't buy yet wait six months or so. LPT batteries and a heat pump is a good spec, the MG4 has no heat pump.I think a 230m real range on motorways is the sweet spot, as three hours is enough without a stop.
Ah yes, strangely MG4 has a heat pump depending on the market, not here though where we need it. This is impressively spec’d as standard, and we’d agree with 3 hours. Watch this space, thank you Stephen.
I wasn't aware that the MG4 lacked a heatpump. Makes their pricing quite bad if thats the case for the Trophy and Xpower models as well. @@PlanetautoUK
Here in Belgium the higher trim levels do have a heat pump. In the market for a small electric vehicle, and after comparing MG4 and Dolphin (and driven them both) I am reclining versus the BYD for a lot of reasons, but primarily the LFP battery (you can charge to 100% which you shouldn't with an NMC battery)@@PlanetautoUK
@pj310101 in virtually everywhere but the UK MG4 has the heat pump, charging to 100% is really the problems is R/C to 100 that’s questioned. The Dolphin is a fine EV, enjoy.
I was, we only drove it a short distance, making it challenging to find the optimum position for say a road trip. Generally people don’t want phrases on the rear of their cars, we tend to as a nation prefer understated.
You hit the nail on the head saying BYD you can see them making a statement of intent offering a good deal of standard equipment on the cars at a considerable less cost than some of its rivals ..will ruffle some feathers me thinks 🤔 great review planet auto 🚘 ❤
Thank you David, like MG they can afford to spec cars at a good level and provide decent range etc for a price many manufacturers can’t get close too.
All these lovely cars are coming, but now into my 80s, should I keep watching the reviews? Well, I can dream, cant I?
Of course, dreams do come true if you believe Michael, well in our case they do
Glad to hear it - thank you, Neville
I am impressed with BYD , this would suit my wife and I.
We are too, David. Wait til you see the Seal! 👍 *A
@@PlanetautoUK The Seal has so much better interior wise than boring Tesla's.
Just love your vlogs many thanks guys
Taking delivery of the comfort long range dolphin in october, had 3 yrs company car lease mini cooper e with no bother other than eating front tyres from regen or e braking everywhere 😀, on the mini it's really strong and you really don't need to press the brake pedal in normal conditions....you dont mention anything about the e braking or regen force.... how is it on the dolphin ?
It’s a far more relaxed affair, lighter and more natural rather than 1 pedal which I too like, thank you Gazza
Hi interested in this car nice insight. This or an MG in your opinion? Cheers
I like both and with the latest MG models it’s a tough call, regen is a noticeable difference in BYD more natural rather than heavier and they’re both finished well, have you driven either yet and if not do you plan to?
Ps new video coming on Dolphin Active & Boost less range and lower price but decent power depending on which you choose.
We have the early ZS and been brilliant. The new one on the way and talk of an Mg4 platform suv. Also a solid state battery from MG. So it’s a pivotal point. Was impressed with Dolphins tech and build didn’t get chance to test drive as time constraint. Just get feeling MG will catch up and been happy with service,car. Time will tell. 👍
@sussexbikerpillion we drove the new ZS (ps I love the early ZS all powertrains) last week would you like the review link, it’s absolutely fantastic. It was the new hybrid too.
Coming from a BMW i3 (currenty driving), that small display behind the steering wheel doesn't bother me lol. Is bigger than the i3 display lol. I'm planning to replace the i3 with the Dophine.
It’s the norm now with a number of brands too, we do love an i3, keep us posted bad boy
@@PlanetautoUK I loved the i3 as well but I need something slightly bigger and practical like sit 5 ppl. Value for money wise, the Dophine is a no brainer.
@badboy250984 yes it is and it’s as quick i3s, BYD know how to build vehicles.
So what is ur personal preferences, this or MG 4 EV?
We love the level of regen in the MG4 and the interior in the Dolphin. Both have great selling points. Thanks, @renbangbprd7236
Lovely, but why is the UK price so much, we’re being ripped off big time here
Thank you, we’ve not seen prices elsewhere, is that Europe or overseas David?
Would prefer this over the atto 3 , for yourself , cheers
Thank you John
Love to see a comparison between dolphin 64kw v mg4 64 kw , cheers
We’ll see what we can knock up, currently we’ve got an MG4 XPower on review 😀
Why doesn't design model come with normal paintwork?
As in? A certain finish?
@@PlanetautoUK The design versions have the sunroof, but they don't come in a single colour, only two tone, which I don't like.
@Peak_Stone oh, that’s a trend higher spec models usually offer a two tone, I wouldn’t expect a single colour option, at least not on this gen.
0-60 in 7 seconds??? Hot damn this would smoke my Subaru BRZ haha
Craziness, however the driving experience with a BRZ, unrivalled, we love them, when we had one it never sat still.
I've managed 6.4 with mine 👍
@peterarmstrong3853 that’s impressive stats Peter
This was with replacement tyres to hankook in cold 5 degrees so very happy.
and you should be 😀
Think BYD is a private company and MG owned by the state
I think that’s the gist of it. Yes
The citroen c3e at just over £20,000 will see the price of these drop quickly, they sell for £10,000 less in their home market. MG and BYD will have to respond, so imo don't buy yet wait six months or so. LPT batteries and a heat pump is a good spec, the MG4 has no heat pump.I think a 230m real range on motorways is the sweet spot, as three hours is enough without a stop.
Ah yes, strangely MG4 has a heat pump depending on the market, not here though where we need it. This is impressively spec’d as standard, and we’d agree with 3 hours. Watch this space, thank you Stephen.
I wasn't aware that the MG4 lacked a heatpump. Makes their pricing quite bad if thats the case for the Trophy and Xpower models as well. @@PlanetautoUK
It’s strange it’s only in certain markets, you’d expect it to be an option if not.
Here in Belgium the higher trim levels do have a heat pump. In the market for a small electric vehicle, and after comparing MG4 and Dolphin (and driven them both) I am reclining versus the BYD for a lot of reasons, but primarily the LFP battery (you can charge to 100% which you shouldn't with an NMC battery)@@PlanetautoUK
@pj310101 in virtually everywhere but the UK MG4 has the heat pump, charging to 100% is really the problems is R/C to 100 that’s questioned. The Dolphin is a fine EV, enjoy.
The front end looks quite old, kinda like an old fabia. Dont mind it, seems comparable to a nissan leaf.
I’ve been trying to put my finger on what it resembled, that’s it LS97 - thank you
I just traded in a 2018 leaf on a 60kwh dolphin, the dolphin is better in every way except for one pedal driving.
Great to hear you’re enjoying it, thank you
You sound like a poet..
I frequently do Alacarte 😌 and thank you - Did you find what you were looking for?
@@PlanetautoUK I prefer the Atto 3. Bout to watch it. Have you covered the Ora?
We had the funky cat - now called the 03 - on review not too long ago.
You don't look comfy sat in that car. Not sure what's the fuss about the spelling of BYD at the back?
I was, we only drove it a short distance, making it challenging to find the optimum position for say a road trip. Generally people don’t want phrases on the rear of their cars, we tend to as a nation prefer understated.
@@PlanetautoUK English people just like to complain. Everywhere else in the continent likes it.
@alacarte5073 a lot see it as cheesy sadly.
@@PlanetautoUK it's just a car just a use of alphabet. I like the spelling. It cheers me up!
@alacarte5073 it’s been the same here since at least when I learnt to drive, people debadged their cars all the time.
"trunk" is the Americanism for the "boot". In the UK, the American "frunk" should be the "froot".
😆😆😆 we should make it happen