Head-to-head
BYD Dolphin vs Geely EX2
The Geely EX2 starts $3,500 (12%) below the BYD Dolphin. Here's how that price gap plays out across range, charging, safety and warranty.
Option A · Hatch
BYD Dolphin
The Dolphin is one of Australia's cheapest new EVs and one of the best small-car bargains, full stop. With a Blade LFP battery, full ADAS suite, and 5-star ANCAP rating, it punches well above its sticker price.
- From
- $29,990
- Range
- 427 km
- Battery
- 60.5 kWh
Option B · Hatch
Geely EX2
Australia's second-cheapest EV at $26,490 — a rear-drive city hatch that reached showrooms in late July 2026 with an unusually long standard safety list and Geely's 7-year warranty.
- From
- $26,490
- Range
- 252 km
- Battery
- 35.4 kWh
Key differences at a glance
The biggest material gaps between the BYD Dolphin and Geely EX2, ranked by how much they're likely to matter day-to-day.
- 1
Range · advantage BYD Dolphin
The BYD Dolphin goes 175 km further on a charge (427 vs 252 km WLTP).
- 2
Battery · advantage BYD Dolphin
The BYD Dolphin carries a 25.1 kWh larger battery (60.5 vs 35.35 kWh).
- 3
0–100 km/h · advantage BYD Dolphin
The BYD Dolphin is 7.2 s quicker to 100 km/h (7 s vs 14.2 s).
- 4
Power · advantage BYD Dolphin
The BYD Dolphin puts down 70 kW more (130 vs 60 kW).
- 5
DC charging · advantage BYD Dolphin
The BYD Dolphin accepts 28 kW more DC peak charging (88 vs 60 kW), meaning shorter road-trip stops.
Spec for spec
Highlighted cells show the better number in each row.
Where the BYD Dolphin wins
- ▸ 175 km longer WLTP range
- ▸ Quicker 0–100 km/h (7s vs 14.2s)
- ▸ Faster DC charging peak (88 kW vs 60 kW)
Where the Geely EX2 wins
- ▸ Cheaper by $3,500
- ▸ Longer warranty (7 years)
BYD Dolphin
What we like
- ✓ Among the cheapest EVs on sale in Australia
- ✓ Surprisingly long range from the Premium variant
- ✓ Vehicle-to-load (V2L) capability standard
What we don't
- ✕ Funky styling won't suit everyone
- ✕ Rear seat space tighter than the Atto 3
- ✕ Limited dealer network outside capital cities
Geely EX2
What we like
- ✓ Second-cheapest EV in Australia at $26,490
- ✓ Full safety suite standard on both trims
- ✓ 7-year unlimited-km warranty, 8 years on the battery
What we don't
- ✕ Entry Complete's 252 km WLTP suits city duty only
- ✕ 60–80 kW DC charging is modest by 2026 standards
- ✕ No ANCAP rating yet
Frequently asked: BYD Dolphin vs Geely EX2
Quick answers to the questions cross-shoppers most often ask about this pair.
- Which is cheaper, the BYD Dolphin or the Geely EX2?
- The Geely EX2 is the cheaper of the two — it starts at $26,490 versus $29,990 for the BYD Dolphin, a $3,500 difference. Prices shown are manufacturer recommended retail excluding on-road costs.
- Which has the longer driving range?
- The BYD Dolphin has the longer WLTP-claimed range at 427 km, 175 km further than the Geely EX2's 252 km. Real-world range typically lands 10–20% below the WLTP figure depending on speed, terrain, climate and load.
- Which one charges faster on a DC fast charger?
- The BYD Dolphin accepts a peak DC charging rate of 88 kW versus 60 kW for the Geely EX2. Peak rate only holds for a short window during the charging curve, so real-world 10–80% times often diverge less than the peak numbers suggest. Compatibility with 350 kW chargers depends on the vehicle's onboard architecture, not just the published peak.
- Which is quicker off the line?
- The BYD Dolphin does 0–100 km/h in 7.0 seconds — 7.2 s quicker than the Geely EX2's 14.2 s. EV acceleration figures hold up at speed better than equivalent petrol cars because electric motors deliver peak torque instantly.
- Is the Geely EX2 better value than the BYD Dolphin?
- On paper the Geely EX2 is $3,500 cheaper, but trails the BYD Dolphin on the core measurable specs. The saving might still be worth it if you don't need the extra range, power or charging speed — but the BYD Dolphin is the spec-sheet winner.
Which one should you buy?
The short version, based on where each car pulls ahead.
Choose the
BYD Dolphin
if…
- ✓ maximum range matters (175 km further per charge)
- ✓ you want quicker acceleration off the line
- ✓ you match the profile: city commuters
Choose the
Geely EX2
if…
- ✓ you want to save $3,500 on the sticker
- ✓ you match the profile: first-car buyers
Verdict reasoning is derived from published specs; brand preference, dealer experience and how a car drives are personal — always take a test drive before deciding.