Vehicle Overview
Key specifications and features at a glance
Dolphin Premium
Overview
Golf Life
2023 - Present
Year
2020 - Present
60.48
Engine
1395
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Power
—
Electric
Fuel
Petrol
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
5
Seating
5
Detailed Specifications
Complete technical specifications comparison
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Dolphin Premium
Specification
Golf Life
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Engine Capacity
1395
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Cylinder Configuration
Inline
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Number of Cylinders
4
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Aspiration
Turbocharged
60.48
Battery Capacity
—
60.48
Battery Capacity Gross
—
BYD Blade Battery LFP
Battery Type
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427 km (WLTP)
Electric Range
—
150
Power
—
310
Torque
—
7
0–100 km/h
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80
DC Fast Charging Power
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Type-2
AC Connector
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Ccs2
DC Connector
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30–80% in 29 min (30 to 80 percent at maximum DC rate)
DC Charging
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Yes
V2L
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3.3
V2L Output
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Yes
Heat Pump
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Yes
Regenerative Braking
—
FWD
Drive Type
FWD
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Fuel Economy City
8.1
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Fuel Economy Highway
5.2
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Fuel Economy Combined
6.3
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Emission Standard
Euro 6
205 / 50 R17
Tyre Size
225 / 45 R17
17
Wheel Size
17
5
Number of Doors
5
5
Seating Capacity
5
Ventilated disc
Front Brakes
Ventilated discs
Disc
Rear Brakes
Discs
MacPherson strut
Front Suspension
MacPherson strut
Multi-link
Rear Suspension
Independent four-link
Electric power steering
Steering Type
Electro-mechanical power steering
7
Number of Airbags
9
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Towing Capacity
1500
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Turning Circle
11.1
Dimensions & Weight
Physical specifications and measurements
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Dolphin Premium
Dimension
Golf Life
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Fuel Tank Capacity
50
4290
Length
4282
1770
Width
1789
1570
Height
1480
2700
Wheelbase
2631
155
Ground Clearance
—
1658
Kerb Weight
1345
345
Boot Space
374
1310
Boot Space (Seats Folded)
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Features Comparison
Standard and optional equipment comparison
Safety
Dolphin Premium
Feature
Golf Life
Adaptive Cruise Control
Autonomous Emergency Braking
Lane Departure Warning
Lane Keep Assist
Blind Spot Monitoring
Rear Cross Traffic Alert
Traffic Sign Recognition
Driver Attention Monitor
Front Parking Sensors
Rear Parking Sensors
360 Camera
Reverse Camera
Hill Start Assist
Tyre Pressure Monitoring System
Rear Occupant Alert
Comfort
Dolphin Premium
Feature
Golf Life
Keyless Entry
NFC Keyless Entry
Push Button Start
Dual-Zone Climate Control
Tri-Zone Climate Control
Heated Front Seats
Ventilated Front Seats
Heated Steering Wheel
Power Tailgate
Remote Start
Power Driver Seat
Power Passenger Seat
Memory Seats
Auto Dimming Mirror
Rain Sensing Wipers
Adaptive Headlights
Interior Exterior
Dolphin Premium
Feature
Golf Life
Leather Seats
Fabric Seats
Ambient Lighting
Sunroof
Panoramic Roof
LED Headlights
Matrix LED Headlights
Daytime Running Lights
Alloy Wheels
Roof Rails
Rear Privacy Glass
Power Folding Mirrors
Technology
Dolphin Premium
Feature
Golf Life
Touchscreen Display
Digital Instrument Cluster
Apple CarPlay
Android Auto
Wireless Apple CarPlay
Wireless Android Auto
Wireless Phone Charging
Built-in Navigation
Premium Audio System
Head-Up Display
USB-C Ports
Bluetooth Connectivity
Voice Control
Connected Car App
Charging & Battery Tech
Dolphin Premium
Feature
Golf Life
AC home charging
DC fast-charge capable
Scheduled charging
Charging Cable Included
Portable Charger Included
Wall Charger Compatible
Battery Preconditioning
Heat Pump
EV / Hybrid Drive Features
Dolphin Premium
Feature
Golf Life
Regenerative braking
Drive mode select
EV / hybrid drive modes
One Pedal Driving
V2L
V2G
Electric vehicle features
Dolphin Premium
Feature
Golf Life
Aero Alloy Wheels
Charging Port Light Indicator
Pros & Cons
Strengths and weaknesses of each vehicle
BYD Dolphin Premium
Pros
- +Strong 150 kW performance
- +Longer 427 km WLTP range
- +Independent multi-link rear suspension
- +Standard vehicle-to-load function
- +Competitive Australian price
Cons
- −DC charging peaks at 80 kW
- −Heavier than the Essential
- −No front storage compartment
- −Touchscreen controls many functions
- −Real-world range can be lower
Volkswagen Golf Life
Pros
- +Comfortable everyday hatchback
- +Efficient turbo petrol engine
- +Useful 374-litre boot
- +Strong standard safety package
- +Easy city dimensions
Cons
- −Premium unleaded required
- −Modest performance
- −Basic cabin trim
- −No all-wheel drive
- −Metallic paint costs extra
Which one should you buy?
Best for Value: BYD Dolphin Premium
Boot space relative to list price contributes positively to the value score.
Best Overall: BYD Dolphin Premium
Across performance, value, efficiency, and practicality, this variant shows a balanced overall profile.
Our Recommendation
Choose BYD Dolphin Premium if: Value for money and practical everyday use matter most.
Choose Volkswagen Golf Life if: Value for money and practical everyday use matter most.
Bottom Line: BYD Dolphin Premium leads on value.
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