BYD Dolphin
BYD Dolphin
Electric
₱1.398 Million
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Hyundai Custin
Hyundai Custin
GLS
₱1.77 Million
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BYD Dolphin vs Hyundai Custin Comparison

Overview: Dolphin vs Custin

Key Features

Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Fuel Type Electric Gasoline
Power 94 hp 168 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 - 1497 cc
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User Ratings & Review Comparison

4/5
10 reviews
4.33/5
9 reviews
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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    Maria Jun 02, 2025 for BYD Dolphin
  • A comfy and premium mid-size MPV

    During a family trip, I got the chance to drive my uncle’s Hyundai Custin, and I’m really very happy to say it redefines how comfy a mid-size MPV...

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    Lorraine Oct 27, 2025 for Hyundai Custin

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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Spacious, upscale interior with premium amenities

Advanced safety features

Versatile engine offering efficient performance

Cutting-edge technology for convenience and connectivity

Competitive pricing for its segment.

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Things we don't like

130 kmph limited top speed

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Limited color options compared to rivals

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Dimensions & Capacity

Cargo Volume 345 L --
Front Tread 1530 mm --
Rear Tread 1530 mm --
Kerb Weight 1405 kg 1745 kg
Gross Weight 1780 kg --
Length 4070 mm 4950 mm
Width 1770 mm 1850 mm
Height 1570 mm 1850 mm
Wheel Base 2700 mm 3055 mm
Ground Clearance 120 mm 174 mm
Turning Radius 5.25 m 5.8 m
No Of Doors 5 5
Seating Capacity 5 seats 7 seats
Fuel Tank Capacity (litres) -- 58 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, 4 Cylinder 16 Valve DOHC
No Of Cylinders -- 4
Valves Per Cylinder -- 4
Valve Configuration -- DOHC
Compression Ratio -- 10.5:1
Bore X Stroke -- 75.6 x 83.4 mm
Turbocharger/Supercharger -- Turbocharged
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Performance

Fuel Type Electric Gasoline
Power 94 hp 168 hp
Torque 180 Nm 253 Nm
Top Speed 130 kmph --
Driving Range 405 km --
Engine Displacement -- 1497 cc
RPM At Max Power -- 5500 RPM
RPM At Max Torque -- 1500-4000 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 Discs
Rear Brake Type Ventilated Discs Discs
Front Suspension MacPherson Strut MacPherson Strut
Rear Suspension Torsion Beam Torsion Beam

Transmission

Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Gear Box Single Speed 8-Speed
Drive Type FWD FWD

Wheel & Tyre

Alloy Wheels Yes Yes
Wheel Covers No No
Alloy Wheel Size 16 Inch 17 Inch
Tyre Size 195/60 R16 225/60 R17
Tyre Type Radial Radial
Wheel Size -- R17
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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 Yes
Crash Sensor Yes Yes
Driver Airbag Yes Yes
Passenger Airbag Yes Yes
Curtain Airbags Yes Yes
Side Airbag-Front Yes Yes
Side Airbag-Rear No --
Knee Airbags No 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 Yes
Day & Night Rear View Mirror Yes Auto Dimming Auto Dimming
Parking Sensors Yes --
Front Parking Sensors No Yes
Rear Parking Sensors Yes Yes
Emergency Stop Signal Yes --
Park Assist No --
Hill-Start Assist Control Yes --
Front Impact Beams Yes --
Side Impact Beams Yes Yes
Engine Check Warning Yes Yes
Tyre Pressure Monitor Yes --
Electric Parking Brake Yes Yes
Blind Spot monitor No No
Lane Departure Warning System No No
Rear Cross Traffic Alert No No
Speed Sensing Door Locks Yes Yes
Rear Camera -- Yes
360 Camera -- No
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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 Yes
Rear A/C Vents Yes Yes
Glove Box Cooling No --
Heater Yes Yes
Ventilated Front Seats No No
Ventilated Rear Seats No No
Accessory Power Outlet Yes Front & Rear Front & Rear
Engine Start/Stop Button Yes Yes
Central Console Armrest Yes --
Bottle Holder Yes Front & Rear Front & Rear
Cup Holders-Front Yes Yes
Cup Holders-Rear Yes Yes
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 --
Memory Seats No No
Head-Up Display No No
Wireless Charger No No
Air Quality Control -- No
Drive Mode -- Comfort, Eco, Sport, Smart Comfort, Eco, Sport, Smart
Cruise Control -- Yes
Adaptive Cruise Control -- No
Trunk Light -- Yes
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Entertainment & Communication

Display Size 12.8 Inch 12.8 Inch 10.4 Inch 10.4 Inch
Apple Carplay/Android Auto No Yes
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 No
Voice Control Yes --
Touch Screen Yes Yes
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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 --
Height Adjustable Driver Seat Yes Yes
Electric Adjustable Seats No 8-Way Driver 8-Way Driver
Heated Seats - Front No No
Heated Seats - Rear No No
Adjustable Headrest Yes Front & Rear Front & Rear
Rear Seat Headrest Yes Yes
Rear Seat Center Arm Rest Yes Yes
Leather Steering Wheel Yes Yes
Folding Table Rear No No
Foldable Rear Seat Yes --
Seat Upholstery Leather Leather Leather Leather
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Exterior

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

Sun Visors Yes Yes

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BYD Dolphin vs Hyundai Custin FAQs

Which Car is cheaper between BYD Dolphin vs Hyundai Custin?

Dolphin is priced at ₱1.398 Million and Custin is priced at ₱1.77 Million. Hence Dolphin is the cheapest amongst these Car.

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Which Car has more power between BYD Dolphin vs Hyundai Custin?

The BYD Dolphin has power of 94 hp with 180 Nm torque and Hyundai Custin has power of 168 hp with 253 Nm torque. Thus making Custin the more powerful as compared to Dolphin.

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Which Car has higher ground clearance between Dolphin vs Custin?

The Dolphin comes with a ground clearance of 120 mm , on the other hand the Custin comes with a ground clearance of 174 mm , hence the Hyundai Custin has better ground clearence and off roading capabilities.

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Which Car has more safety features between BYD Dolphin vs Hyundai Custin?

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

Custin 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, Front Parking Sensors, Rear Parking Sensors, Rear Camera, Side Impact Beams, Engine Check Warning, Electric Parking Brake and Speed Sensing Door Locks

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

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Which Car has more comfort features between Dolphin vs Custin?

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

Custin comfort features: Air Conditioner, Automatic Climate Control, Rear A/C Vents, Heater, Engine Start/Stop Button, Cup Holders-Front, Cup Holders-Rear, Keyless Entry, Cruise Control, Power Windows Front, Power Windows Rear, Rear Reading Lamp, Vanity Mirror and Trunk Light

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

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Which is bigger Dolphin or Custin?

The Dolphin dimensions are 4070 mm length, 1770 mm width, 1570 mm height while the Custin dimensions are 4950 mm length, 1850 mm width, 1850 mm height. Hence, the Custin is more longer, Custin is more wider and Custin is more higher.

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