Real shot of the 2023 Dolphin: The appearance details have changed, and the technology configuration upgrade battery life is still class-leading

In 2023, the new energy vehicle market is becoming more and more volatile.

In February, BYD's new car sales were 191,664 units, a year-on-year increase of 112.3%, far exceeding the industry average. At the same time, as a "new pure electric species", BYD Dolphin achieved monthly sales of 22,861 units, not only ranking first in the sales list of A0-class cars, but also the only model in the market segment with sales of more than 20,000 units.

In order to further consolidate its leading position in sales, BYD launched the 2023 Dolphin in a timely manner, in addition to canceling the Vitality version model, the new car also added a new exterior and interior color.

So, what exactly has changed in this new car? Let's take a closer look.

Marine aesthetics, the appearance is still loved by everyone

The actual model is a fashion version priced at 123,800 yuan, with a cheese yellow body paint and black rearview mirrors, which looks quite dynamic.

Compared to the 2022 model, the new car has rather limited changes in appearance. The front face still adopts a rounded streamlined shape, and the brand logo is located in the middle of the black closed center net and connected to the LED headlight group, which enhances the overall sense of the front face. At the same time, the double-color sports surround adds a bit of fashion and dynamism.

On the side of the body, the raised waistline is still sharp, while the suspended roof emphasizes vitality while adding a touch of fashion. In terms of body size, the length, width and height of the new car are 4125/1770/1570mm, and the wheelbase is 2700mm, which is consistent with the previous models on sale, while the short front and rear overhang design still highlights the sporty feeling of the whole car.

In addition, the rear of the car adopts through-type taillights, which not only conform to the current fashion trend, but also has an ultra-narrow frame design, which has a good recognition after being lit. In addition, the new car has added rear wipers, which improves the safety of driving in rain and snow.

In order to further reduce wind resistance, the Freedom and Fashion Versions have eliminated the pentagonal starfish wheels and added new 16-inch low-wind alloy wheels. Of course, the Dolphin's fast and slow charging port is still located at the right front wheel fender.

The technology is upgraded and the space is more practical

In the creation of the interior, Dolphin has won the recognition of consumers through excellent craftsmanship and technological atmosphere, and the new car has gone a step further in the overall performance.

Entering the car, we are still familiar with a large number of soft and coherent curves, as well as the ripples of the water surface at the speaker hood, window defrosting vents, etc., the air conditioning vents shaped like whirlpools, and the inner door handles of the pectoral fins of the "dolphin". The difference is that the interior adopts a new milk tea brown color scheme, which highlights the steady side of the dolphin.

The central control of the new car still adopts a 12.8 adaptive rotary suspension pad, and the DiLink (4G) intelligent network connection system is embedded in it. The overall operation is not only responsive, but also more functional. Including Douyin, Toutiao, Tencent Video and iQiyi, etc. are all arranged, if users are not satisfied, they can also download the required applications in the APP market.

At the same time, the 5-inch full LCD instrument cluster can display a wealth of vehicle information despite the fact that the viewing area is not outstanding. At the same time, the physical buttons and wheels with a metallic texture, as well as the gear shift knob, fill the car with a technological atmosphere.

As a family car for young people, the Dolphin's intelligent configuration has been upgraded.

The new car upgrades the original tire pressure alarm to tire pressure display, which is more intuitive and convenient; At the same time, the car has added two front parking radars, a warning that the whole vehicle is not wearing seat belts, and a four-door window anti-pinch function to further improve driving safety. Of course, if you pursue more extreme safety and security, you can choose the Knight Edition, which is equipped with a series of rich active safety configurations such as Lane Departure Warning (LDW), Active Lane Keeping (LKS), and Traffic Jam Assist (TJA).

Compared with the free version model, the dolphin fashion version we shot also adds functions such as a panoramic canopy of 0.63 square meters, a dashcam and wireless charging of mobile phones, to further meet the diversified needs of users.

In addition, the semi-open design under the central control screen, as well as the richer storage space, are both personalized and practical.

The Dolphin's seat still adopts a curved three-dimensional wrapping design, and the print is spliced with solid color fabrics to highlight the fashion taste. On the basis of the original model, the front seat heating and the front passenger seat are adjusted electrically in 4 directions, raising comfort to the forefront of its class.

Thanks to the class-exclusive 2700mm wheelbase and an almost flat central floor, the Dolphin's rear space is quite abundant. The seat has been replaced from the previous one-piece row design to a 4/6 ratio reclinable seat, and the rear center armrest + double cup holder has been added, which not only improves the utilization of space, but also makes the overall configuration more intimate.

Eight-in-one electric drive, the battery life is still powerful

As the master of BYD's e platform 3.0, the 2023 Dolphin is still equipped with a deeply integrated eight-in-one electric drive assembly, as well as a hairpin flat wire motor independently designed and manufactured by BYD, coupled with an energy-efficient heat pump system and battery pack direct heating and direct cooling technology, its performance is still eye-catching in competing products.

In terms of power, the actual fashion version is equipped with a permanent magnet synchronous motor with a maximum power of 70kW and a peak torque of 180Nm. As for the battery, the new model is equipped with a lithium iron phosphate blade battery with a capacity of 44.9 kWh and a CLTC cruising range of 420 km, which is in the mainstream range.

In terms of chassis, the 2023 Dolphin still adopts the design of front MacPherson independent suspension and rear torsion beam non-independent suspension. Although the Chinese people have criticized the rear torsion beam non-independent suspension, it can still meet the needs of daily travel in actual driving. In terms of charging, the new car supports the mainstream 60kW DC fast charging, and the 0-80% power fast charging time only takes 30 minutes.

Written at the end:

According to the sales data of the Passenger Association, BYD Dolphin has dominated the A0-class sedan segment for 13 consecutive months. As of February this year, the cumulative sales of the Dolphin model have exceeded 250,000 units. At the same time, while driving the popularity of the A0-class sedan market and helping the market share growth of the segment, Dolphin has also led the mainstream consumer values and industry trends to a new track.

Now, the 2023 Dolphin is officially on the market, and the new car is now in stores. Interested friends, please consult your local dealer for specific details.