What does a BYD DOLPHIN SURF 43.2 kWh Comfort (2025–) really cost?
Consumption (WLTP): 16.0 kWh/100 km · CO₂ 0 g/km
Every figure below is computed for this model — list price €30,990 (checked 27 Sept 2026), current tax and tariff assumptions, methodology open.
Monthly total cost by usage profile
| Profile | €/month | €/km |
|---|---|---|
| Low mileage (10,000 km/yr, 60 % charged at home) | €558 | €0.67 |
| Standard (15,000 km/yr, 80 % charged at home) | €599 | €0.48 |
| High mileage (25,000 km/yr, 70 % charged at home) | €706 | €0.34 |
37% above the City average
What the cost is made of
- DepreciationModel€43570 %
- EnergyCalibrated€10116 %
- Vehicle taxOfficial€0
- InsuranceCalibrated€5910 %
- Maintenance & tyresModel€295 %
- THG bonusMarket-€25
- Total€599
Evidence classes: Official = rule or official value · Anchored = published market figure · Calibrated = model tuned to measured data · Model = documented estimate · Market = current market rate
Depreciation
Estimated value after 3 years (15,000 km/yr): ~€13,388 of €30,990 (−57 %). Based on a segment estimate (labelled as such); a data-driven model is in progress.
Charging scenarios
- 100 % at home: €90/mo
- Mostly public (20 % home): €134/mo
Cheaper alternatives (City)
- Fiat 500e — €560/mo, €39 less
- Hyundai Inster Long Range — €551/mo, €48 less
- JAC E30X 40 Pure (2025–) — €500/mo, €99 less
Frequently asked
How much does a BYD DOLPHIN SURF 43.2 kWh Comfort (2025–) cost per month?
At 15,000 km/yr and 80 % home charging: about €599 per month all-in (depreciation, energy, tax, insurance, maintenance). At 10,000 km ~€558; at 25,000 km ~€706.
How much value does a BYD DOLPHIN SURF 43.2 kWh Comfort (2025–) lose?
After 3 years an estimated ~€13,388 remains (−57 %). Basis: segment estimate — labelled as such.
What does charging a BYD DOLPHIN SURF 43.2 kWh Comfort (2025–) cost?
Home-only ~€90/month; mostly public ~€134/month (15,000 km/yr, current tariffs, incl. real-world consumption uplift).