Neta AYA vs BYD Dolphin: Which EV is better?
Head-to-head: Neta AYA vs BYD Dolphin. Compare real range, efficiency, charging time, price, rating and running costs to find the best electric vehicle for you in 2026.
Our verdict
BYD Dolphin wins this head-to-head
It wins 4 of 8 categories compared below, with a margin of 2 category wins.
The numbers that matter
Real, comparable stats from our database. The green value wins each category.
| Specification | AYA | Dolphin |
|---|---|---|
| Range Dolphin wins | 318 km | 427 km |
| Battery Dolphin wins | 40.7 kWh | 60 kWh |
| Efficiency AYA wins | 12.5 kWh/100km | 14.9 kWh/100km |
| 0-100 km/h Dolphin wins | 11 s | 7 s |
| Fast charge 10-80% | ~0 min | ~35 min |
| Seats tie | 5 | 5 |
| Price AYA wins | $16,000 | $24,000 |
| Rating Dolphin wins | 4.0 / 5 | 4.2 / 5 |
| Est. running cost / yr | $281/yr | $335/yr |
View the full specification sheet
| Specification | AYA | Dolphin |
|---|---|---|
| Battery | 40.7 kWh | 60.0 kWh (LFP Blade) |
| Range | 318 km (CLTC) | 427 km (WLTP) |
| Top speed | 130 km/h | 160 km/h |
| Power | FWD · 94 hp | FWD · 201 hp |
| 0-100 km/h | ~11 s | 7.0 s |
| Charging | AC only ~4 h | — |
| Drive | FWD | FWD |
| Efficiency | 12.5 kWh/100 km | 14.9 kWh/100 km |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Cargo | 260 L | 345 L |
| Charging (10-80%) | — | ~35 min |
Neta AYA
Pros
- Very affordable
- Cute, modern design
- Compact and easy to park
- Low running costs
Cons
- City-only range
- Slow charging
- Tiny boot
- Basic safety kit
BYD Dolphin
Pros
- Cheap to buy and run
- Well equipped
- Safe battery chemistry
- Easy to park
Cons
- Small boot
- Ride can fidget on broken roads
- Fast-charge speed limited
- Tight rear headroom
Frequently asked questions
Is the BYD Dolphin really better than Neta AYA?
Our verdict is based on real specs: range, battery, efficiency, acceleration, charging speed, seats, price and rating. The winner wins the majority of those categories, but the right choice depends on your budget, driving style and priorities.
Which has more range, Neta AYA or BYD Dolphin?
318 km vs 427 km respectively, before factoring in weather and driving conditions.
Which is cheaper to run?
Based on official efficiency and a typical $0.15/kWh tariff at 15,000 km per year, running costs are estimated at $281/yr for the Neta AYA and $335/yr for the BYD Dolphin.
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