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BYD Dolphin
BYD Dolphin
Electric
₱1.398 Million
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Honda City
Honda City
1.5 E CVT Honda Sensing
₱973,000
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BYD Dolphin vs Honda City Comparison

Overview: Dolphin vs City

Brand BYD Philippines Honda Philippines
SRP* ₱1.398 Million BYD Dolphin Price ₱973,000 Honda City Price
Variant Dolphin Electric City 1.5 E CVT Honda Sensing
User Rating 4 Dolphin reviews 4.29 City reviews
Fuel Type Electric Electric Cars in Philippines Gasoline Gasoline Cars in Philippines
Available Color(s)
Vehicle Type Hatchback Hatchback Cars in Philippines Sedan Sedan Cars in Philippines

Key Features

Transmission Type Automatic CVT
Fuel Type Electric Gasoline
Power 94 hp 119 hp
Driving Range 405 km -
Battery Capacity 44.9 kWh -
AC Charging (0-100%) In 8 Hours -
DC Charging (30-80%) In 28 Minutes -
Engine Displacement - 1498 cc
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Best Loan Offers

DP ₱279,600 MA : ₱23,983 x 60 Months Get Exclusive Promos DP ₱194,600 MA : ₱16,692 x 60 Months Get Exclusive Promos

User Ratings & Review Comparison

4/5
10 reviews
4.29/5
63 reviews
Design --
5  
Comfort --
5  
Performance --
5  
Safety --
5  
User Review Comparison
  • An excellent runaround, small electric car

    Off the line, the BYD Dolphin is very quick, which helps in city traffic. This vehicle’s electric instant torque means on the highway, overtaking...

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    M
    Maria Jun 02, 2025 for BYD Dolphin
  • Competitively priced and feature-rich

    I’m really very satisfied with the performance of the Honda City. It is my first car, and I’m proud to say that it has offered much more than I...

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    S
    Samson Nov 26, 2025 for Honda City

From The Experts

Things we like

400 km driving range

All-new E-Platform 3.0

Long list of safety features

30 mins DC fast charging

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Frugal yet powerful engine

Superb handling, among the best in class

Comfortable interior

 

 

 

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Things we don't like

130 kmph limited top speed

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No reverse parking camera

No air vents for rear passengers 

Lack of LED headlights

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Dimensions & Capacity

Cargo Volume 345 L 519 L
Front Tread 1530 mm --
Rear Tread 1530 mm --
Kerb Weight 1405 kg 1108 kg
Gross Weight 1780 kg --
Length 4070 mm 4580 mm
Width 1770 mm 1748 mm
Height 1570 mm 1467 mm
Wheel Base 2700 mm 2600 mm
Ground Clearance 120 mm 134 mm
Turning Radius 5.25 m 5.0 m
No Of Doors 5 4
Seating Capacity 5 seats 5 seats
Fuel Tank Capacity (litres) -- 40 L
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Engine Details

Battery Type Blade Battery LFP --
Battery Capacity 44.9 kWh --
Regenerative Braking Yes --
AC Charging (0-100%) In 8 Hours --
DC Charging (30-80%) In 28 Minutes --
Estimated Fast Charging Time (30-80%) In 28 Minutes --
Estimated Regular Charging Time 8 Hours --
Motor Type AC Permanent Magnet Synchronous --
Emission 0 g/km --
Battery Warranty 8 Years or 160000 km --
Engine -- 1.5L Gasoline Engine, In-line 4 Cylinder 16 Valve DOHC
No Of Cylinders -- 4
Valves Per Cylinder -- 4
Valve Configuration -- DOHC
Emission Norm Compliance -- Euro 5
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Performance

Fuel Type Electric Gasoline
Power 94 hp 119 hp
Torque 180 Nm 145 Nm
Top Speed 130 kmph --
Driving Range 405 km --
Engine Displacement -- 1498 cc
RPM At Max Power -- 6600 RPM
RPM At Max Torque -- 4300 RPM
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Steering

Power Steering Yes --
Adjustable Steering Column Yes Yes
Steering Column Yes Tilt & Telescopic
Steering Type Electric Power Electric Power
Steering Gear Type Rack & Pinion Rack & Pinion

Suspension & Brakes

Front Brake Type Ventilated Discs Ventilated Discs
Rear Brake Type Ventilated Discs Drums
Front Suspension MacPherson Strut MacPherson Strut
Rear Suspension Torsion Beam Torsion Beam

Transmission

Transmission Type Automatic CVT
Gear Box Single Speed Variable Speed
Drive Type FWD FWD
Steering Wheel Gearshift Paddle -- No

Wheel & Tyre

Alloy Wheels Yes No
Wheel Covers No Yes
Alloy Wheel Size 16 Inch --
Tyre Size 195/60 R16 185/60 R15
Tyre Type Radial Radial
Wheel Size -- R15
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Safety

Anti-Lock Braking System Yes Yes
Brake Assist Yes Yes
Ebd Yes Yes
Vehicle Stability Control System Yes Yes
Door Ajar Warning Yes Yes
Traction Control Yes --
Crash Sensor Yes Yes
Driver Airbag Yes Yes
Passenger Airbag Yes Yes
Curtain Airbags Yes No
Side Airbag-Front Yes Yes
Side Airbag-Rear No No
Knee Airbags No --
Seat Belt Warning Yes Yes
Rear Seat Belts Yes Yes
Height Adjustable Front Seat Belts Yes Yes
Child Safety Locks Yes Yes
ISOFIX Child Seat Mounts Yes --
Day & Night Rear View Mirror Yes Yes
Parking Sensors Yes --
Front Parking Sensors No --
Rear Parking Sensors Yes Yes
Emergency Stop Signal Yes Yes
Park Assist No No
Hill-Start Assist Control Yes Yes
Front Impact Beams Yes --
Side Impact Beams Yes Yes
Engine Check Warning Yes Yes
Tyre Pressure Monitor Yes --
Electric Parking Brake Yes No
Blind Spot monitor No --
Lane Departure Warning System No Yes
Rear Cross Traffic Alert No --
Speed Sensing Door Locks Yes Yes
Rear Camera -- No
Downhill Assist Control -- No
Advance Safety Feature -- Agile Handling Assist, Honda Sensing(Collision Mitigation Braking, Lane Keeping Assist, Road Departure Notification, Auto High Beam, Lead Car Departure Notification) Agile Handling Assist, Honda Sensing(Collision Mitigation Braking, Lane Keeping Assist, Road Departure Notification, Auto High Beam, Lead Car Departure Notification)
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Security

Central Locking Yes Yes
Power Door Locks Yes Yes
Anti Theft Device Yes Yes
Anti-Theft Alarm Yes Yes
Engine Immobilizer Yes Yes

Comfort & Convenience

Air Conditioner Yes Yes
Automatic Climate Control Yes No
Rear A/C Vents Yes No
Glove Box Cooling No No
Heater Yes Yes
Ventilated Front Seats No No
Ventilated Rear Seats No --
Accessory Power Outlet Yes Front Front
Engine Start/Stop Button Yes --
Central Console Armrest Yes No
Bottle Holder Yes Front & Rear Front & Rear
Cup Holders-Front Yes --
Cup Holders-Rear Yes No
Keyless Entry Yes Yes
Power Windows Front Yes Yes
Power Windows Rear Yes Yes
Rear Reading Lamp Yes Yes
Vanity Mirror Yes Yes
Follow Me Home Headlamps No No
Memory Seats No No
Head-Up Display No No
Wireless Charger No --
Air Quality Control -- No
Adaptive Cruise Control -- Yes
Automatic Headlamps -- Yes
Anti-glare Mirrors -- No
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Entertainment & Communication

Display Size 12.8 Inch 12.8 Inch --
Apple Carplay/Android Auto No No
USB & Auxiliary Input Yes Yes
Bluetooth Connectivity Yes Yes
FM/AM/Radio Yes Yes
Speakers Front Yes Yes
Speakers Rear Yes Yes
No Of Speakers 6 6 4 4
Navigation System Yes --
Multi-function Steering Wheel Yes Yes
Integrated 2DIN Audio No Yes
Voice Control Yes No
Touch Screen Yes No
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Instrumentation

Low Fuel Warning Light Yes Yes
Digital Clock Yes Yes
Digital Odometer Yes Yes
Tacho Meter Yes Yes
Electronic Multi Tripmeter Yes Yes
Instrument Cluster Display Size -- 4.2 Inch 4.2 Inch
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Seats & Upholstery

Adjustable Seats Yes Yes
Height Adjustable Driver Seat Yes Yes
Electric Adjustable Seats No --
Heated Seats - Front No --
Heated Seats - Rear No --
Adjustable Headrest Yes Front & Rear Front & Rear
Rear Seat Headrest Yes Yes
Rear Seat Center Arm Rest Yes No
Leather Steering Wheel Yes No
Folding Table Rear No No
Foldable Rear Seat Yes No
Seat Upholstery Leather Leather Fabric Fabric
Seat Lumbar Support -- No
Leather-Wrapped Gear Knob -- No
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Exterior

Electric Folding Rear View Mirror Yes No
Manually Adjustable Exterior Rear View Mirror No No
Power Adjustable Exterior Rear View Mirror Yes Yes
Outside Rear View Mirror Turn Indicator Yes No
Integrated Antenna Yes Yes
Power Antenna No No
Rain Sensing Wiper No --
Rear Window Wiper Yes No
Adjustable Headlights Yes Yes
Headlamp Type LED LED Halogen Halogen
Daytime Running Lights Yes LED LED
Taillight Type LED LED LED LED
Headlamps Washer No No
Removable Convertible Top No --
Side Stepper No --
Remote Trunk Opener -- No
Rear Window Defogger -- Yes
Fog Lights Front -- No
Fog Lights Rear -- No
Rear Spoiler -- No
Centrally Mounted Fuel Tank -- Yes
Tinted Glass -- No
Chrome Grille -- Yes
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Interior

Sun Visors Yes Yes

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BYD Dolphin vs Honda City FAQs

Which Car is cheaper between BYD Dolphin vs Honda City?

Dolphin is priced at ₱1.398 Million and City is priced at ₱973,000. Hence City is the cheapest amongst these Car.

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Which Car has more power between BYD Dolphin vs Honda City?

The BYD Dolphin has power of 94 hp with 180 Nm torque and Honda City has power of 119 hp with 145 Nm torque. Thus making City the more powerful as compared to Dolphin.

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Which Car has higher ground clearance between Dolphin vs City?

The Dolphin comes with a ground clearance of 120 mm , on the other hand the City comes with a ground clearance of 134 mm , hence the Honda City has better ground clearence and off roading capabilities.

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Which Car has more safety features between BYD Dolphin vs Honda City?

Dolphin safety features: Anti-Lock Braking System, Brake Assist, Ebd, Vehicle Stability Control System, Door Ajar Warning, Traction Control, Crash Sensor, Driver Airbag, Passenger Airbag, Curtain Airbags, Side Airbag-Front, Seat Belt Warning, Rear Seat Belts, Height Adjustable Front Seat Belts, Child Safety Locks, ISOFIX Child Seat Mounts, Day & Night Rear View Mirror, Parking Sensors, Rear Parking Sensors, Emergency Stop Signal, Hill-Start Assist Control, Front Impact Beams, Side Impact Beams, Engine Check Warning, Tyre Pressure Monitor, Electric Parking Brake and Speed Sensing Door Locks

City safety features: Anti-Lock Braking System, Brake Assist, Ebd, Vehicle Stability Control System, Door Ajar Warning, Crash Sensor, Driver Airbag, Passenger Airbag, Side Airbag-Front, Seat Belt Warning, Rear Seat Belts, Height Adjustable Front Seat Belts, Child Safety Locks, Day & Night Rear View Mirror, Rear Parking Sensors, Emergency Stop Signal, Hill-Start Assist Control, Side Impact Beams, Engine Check Warning, Lane Departure Warning System and Speed Sensing Door Locks

The BYD Dolphin has higher number of sefety features than City, hence BYD Dolphin is more safer than Honda City.

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Which Car has more comfort features between Dolphin vs City?

Dolphin comfort features: Air Conditioner, Automatic Climate Control, Rear A/C Vents, Heater, Accessory Power Outlet, Engine Start/Stop Button, Central Console Armrest, Bottle Holder, Cup Holders-Front, Cup Holders-Rear, Keyless Entry, Power Windows Front, Power Windows Rear, Rear Reading Lamp and Vanity Mirror

City comfort features: Air Conditioner, Heater, Keyless Entry, Adaptive Cruise Control, Power Windows Front, Power Windows Rear, Rear Reading Lamp, Vanity Mirror and Automatic Headlamps

The BYD Dolphin has higher number of comfort features than City, hence BYD Dolphin is more comfortable than Honda City.

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Which is bigger Dolphin or City?

The Dolphin dimensions are 4070 mm length, 1770 mm width, 1570 mm height while the City dimensions are 4580 mm length, 1748 mm width, 1467 mm height. Hence, the City is more longer, Dolphin is more wider and Dolphin is more higher.

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From The Experts

Key advantages and drawbacks at a glance
Things we like in Dolphin

400 km driving range

All-new E-Platform 3.0

Long list of safety features

30 mins DC fast charging

Things we don't like in Dolphin

130 kmph limited top speed

Things we like in City

Frugal yet powerful engine

Superb handling, among the best in class

Comfortable interior

 

 

 

Things we don't like in City

No reverse parking camera

No air vents for rear passengers 

Lack of LED headlights

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