BYD Dolphin
BYD Dolphin
Electric
₱1.398 Million
Get Exclusive Promos
JAC T8
JAC T8
Luxury
₱1.188 Million
New JAC T8 2026
Similar Cars

BYD Dolphin vs JAC T8 Comparison

Overview: Dolphin vs JAC T8

Key Features

Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Fuel Type Electric Diesel
Power 94 hp 137 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 - 1999 cc
View All

Best Loan Offers

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

User Ratings & Review Comparison

4/5
10 reviews
3.88/5
8 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...

    Read More
    M
    Maria Jun 02, 2025 for BYD Dolphin
  • A value-packed pickup truck

    Buying a vehicle is not an easy task as it takes a huge chunk of your savings. So I was very mindful while purchasing the JAC T8. I first tried my...

    Read More
    R
    Ralph May 22, 2024 for JAC T8

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

Read More

Road presence

Spacious cabin

Read More
Things we don't like

130 kmph limited top speed

Read More

Inconsistent build quality

Long-term reliability not as good as Japanese rivals

Read More

Dimensions & Capacity

Cargo Volume 345 L --
Front Tread 1530 mm --
Rear Tread 1530 mm --
Kerb Weight 1405 kg 1855 kg
Gross Weight 1780 kg 2755 kg
Length 4070 mm 5325 mm
Width 1770 mm 1880 mm
Height 1570 mm 1830 mm
Wheel Base 2700 mm 3090 mm
Ground Clearance 120 mm 150 mm
Turning Radius 5.25 m 6.2 m
No Of Doors 5 4
Seating Capacity 5 seats 5 seats
Fuel Tank Capacity (litres) -- 76 L
View All

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 -- 2.0L Diesel Engine, 4 Cylinder 16 Valve
Fuel Supply System -- CRDi
No Of Cylinders -- 4
Valves Per Cylinder -- 4
Emission Norm Compliance -- Euro 4
View All

Performance

Fuel Type Electric Diesel
Power 94 hp 137 hp
Torque 180 Nm 320 Nm
Top Speed 130 kmph 150 kmph
Driving Range 405 km --
Engine Displacement -- 1999 cc
RPM At Max Power -- 3600 RPM
RPM At Max Torque -- 1600-2600 RPM
View All

Steering

Power Steering Yes Yes
Adjustable Steering Column Yes Yes
Steering Column Yes Tilt
Steering Type Electric Power Hydraulic 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 Double Wishbone
Rear Suspension Torsion Beam Leaf Springs

Transmission

Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Gear Box Single Speed 5-Speed
Drive Type FWD 4x2
Steering Wheel Gearshift Paddle -- No

Wheel & Tyre

Alloy Wheels Yes Yes
Wheel Covers No No
Alloy Wheel Size 16 Inch 18 Inch
Tyre Size 195/60 R16 265/60 R18
Tyre Type Radial Radial
Wheel Size -- R18
Spare Tyre Size -- 265/60 R18
Spare Tyre Material -- Alloy
View All

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 No
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 --
Day & Night Rear View Mirror Yes Manual Manual
Parking Sensors Yes Yes
Front Parking Sensors No No
Rear Parking Sensors Yes Yes
Emergency Stop Signal Yes --
Park Assist No No
Hill-Start Assist Control Yes Yes
Front Impact Beams Yes Yes
Side Impact Beams Yes Yes
Engine Check Warning Yes Yes
Tyre Pressure Monitor Yes Yes
Electric Parking Brake Yes --
Blind Spot monitor No Yes
Lane Departure Warning System No No
Rear Cross Traffic Alert No No
Speed Sensing Door Locks Yes --
Rear Camera -- Yes
360 Camera -- No
Downhill Assist Control -- Yes
View All

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 --
Glove Box Cooling No No
Heater Yes Yes
Ventilated Front Seats No --
Ventilated Rear Seats No No
Accessory Power Outlet Yes Front & Rear Front & Rear
Engine Start/Stop Button Yes No
Central Console Armrest Yes Yes
Bottle Holder Yes Front & Rear Front & Rear
Cup Holders-Front Yes Yes
Cup Holders-Rear Yes --
Keyless Entry Yes Yes
Power Windows Front Yes Yes
Power Windows Rear Yes Yes
Rear Reading Lamp Yes --
Vanity Mirror 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 -- Normal, Eco, Power Normal, Eco, Power
Cruise Control -- Yes
Adaptive Cruise Control -- No
Automatic Headlamps -- Yes
View All

Entertainment & Communication

Display Size 12.8 Inch 12.8 Inch 8 Inch 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 6 6
Navigation System Yes No
Multi-function Steering Wheel Yes Yes
Integrated 2DIN Audio No No
Voice Control Yes --
Touch Screen Yes Yes
Smartphone Connectivity -- Smartphone Integration Smartphone Integration
View All

Instrumentation

Low Fuel Warning Light Yes Yes
Digital Clock Yes Yes
Digital Odometer Yes Yes
Tacho Meter Yes Yes
Electronic Multi Tripmeter Yes Yes

Seats & Upholstery

Adjustable Seats Yes Yes
Height Adjustable Driver Seat Yes Yes
Electric Adjustable Seats No No
Heated Seats - Front No No
Heated Seats - Rear No No
Adjustable Headrest Yes Yes
Rear Seat Headrest Yes Yes
Rear Seat Center Arm Rest Yes --
Leather Steering Wheel Yes Yes
Folding Table Rear No No
Foldable Rear Seat Yes Yes
Seat Upholstery Leather Leather --
Fabric Upholstery -- No
Leather Seats -- Yes
View All

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 No
Adjustable Headlights Yes Yes
Headlamp Type LED LED Xenon Xenon
Daytime Running Lights Yes LED LED
Taillight Type LED LED LED LED
Headlamps Washer No No
Removable Convertible Top No No
Side Stepper No Yes
Rear Window Washer -- No
Fog Lights Front -- Yes
Fog Lights Rear -- Yes
Centrally Mounted Fuel Tank -- Yes
View All

Interior

Sun Visors Yes Yes

Compare BYD Dolphin with Alternatives

Videos of BYD Dolphin and JAC T8

  • 2024 BYD Dolphin Spec Guide | Zigwheels.Ph
    2024 BYD Dolphin Spec Guide | Zigwheels.Ph
    28 Jan, 2025 .
  • 2024 BYD Dolphin Review | Zigwheels.Ph
    2024 BYD Dolphin Review | Zigwheels.Ph
    28 Jan, 2025 .

Cars Comparisons By Experts

Used BYD Cars Price

Used BYD Cars Price