Renault 5 E-Tech Iconic Cinq vs BYD Dolphin Comfort

Comparison winners

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0-100 winner Renault 5 E-Tech Iconic Cinq 8.0 s Runner-up: 11.8 s
Range winner Renault 5 E-Tech Iconic Cinq 400 km Runner-up: 340 km
Power winner Renault 5 E-Tech Iconic Cinq 150 hp Runner-up: 95 hp
Cargo winner BYD Dolphin Comfort 345 L Runner-up: 277 L
Price winner BYD Dolphin Comfort $28,990 Runner-up: $29,990

How the specs compare

This comparison sets the 2025 Renault 5 E-Tech Iconic Cinq against the 2025 BYD Dolphin Comfort. Both belong to the hatchback class, so their dimensions, performance and utility figures address a broadly similar type of car. Both use battery-electric powertrains, allowing a relatively direct comparison of the recorded energy figures.

Performance, power and 0-100 km/h

2025 Renault 5 E-Tech Iconic Cinq has the quicker recorded 0-100 km/h time at 8.0 seconds, compared with 11.8 seconds for 2025 BYD Dolphin Comfort. 2025 Renault 5 E-Tech Iconic Cinq has the higher listed output at 150 hp; 2025 BYD Dolphin Comfort is rated at 95 hp, a difference of 55 hp. The torque figures follow 2025 Renault 5 E-Tech Iconic Cinq at 245 Nm and 2025 BYD Dolphin Comfort at 180 Nm. These figures describe straight-line potential only; they do not establish braking performance, ride quality, steering response or durability under repeated hard use.

Range, battery, charging and efficiency

2025 Renault 5 E-Tech Iconic Cinq carries the longer listed range at 400 km, against 340 km for 2025 BYD Dolphin Comfort. 2025 Renault 5 E-Tech Iconic Cinq has the lower recorded consumption at 13.0 kWh/100km; 2025 BYD Dolphin Comfort is listed at 13.2 kWh/100km. 2025 Renault 5 E-Tech Iconic Cinq has the higher listed DC charging ceiling at 100 kW, compared with 60 kW. Test cycle, temperature, wheel size and charging conditions can materially affect these results, so only figures measured on the same basis should be treated as directly comparable.

Dimensions, cargo space and towing

2025 BYD Dolphin Comfort provides the larger quoted cargo volume: 345 litres versus 277 litres, a difference of 68 litres. 2025 BYD Dolphin Comfort is 368 mm longer overall. Exterior size is not a benefit by itself: a longer body may create useful room, but cargo shape, rear-seat space and ease of parking still require a physical inspection.

Price and overall assessment

2025 BYD Dolphin Comfort has the lower listed starting price at $28,990, compared with $29,990 for 2025 Renault 5 E-Tech Iconic Cinq. 2025 Renault 5 E-Tech Iconic Cinq leads in more of the shared headline fields, but that is not a universal verdict: a buyer should weight price, performance, range and utility rather than simply count category wins. The assessment is based on the specifications shown here; it is not presented as a two-car road test.

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Specification Renault 5 E-Tech Iconic Cinq2025 BYD Dolphin Comfort2025
Performance
0-100 km/h8.0 s11.8 s
Top Speed150 km/h150 km/h
Power150 hp95 hp
Torque245 Nm180 Nm
Range & Efficiency
Range400 km340 km
Battery52 kWh44.9 kWh
Efficiency13 kWh/100km13.2 kWh/100km
CO2 Emissions0 g/km0 g/km
DC Charging100 kW60 kW
Size & Capacity
Length3,922 mm4,290 mm
Ground Clearance140 mm150 mm
Cargo277 L345 L
Curb Weight1,449 kg1,520 kg
Seats55
Turning Circle10.2 m10.2 m
Starting MSRP$29,990$28,990

Renault 5 E-Tech Iconic Cinq vs BYD Dolphin Comfort questions answered

Which is faster, the 2025 Renault 5 E-Tech Iconic Cinq or the 2025 BYD Dolphin Comfort?

2025 Renault 5 E-Tech Iconic Cinq is quicker from 0-100 km/h at 8.0 seconds, versus 11.8 seconds for 2025 BYD Dolphin Comfort.

Which has the higher top speed, the 2025 Renault 5 E-Tech Iconic Cinq or the 2025 BYD Dolphin Comfort?

Both cars have the same listed top speed of 150 km/h, approximately 93 mph.

Which has more horsepower, the 2025 Renault 5 E-Tech Iconic Cinq or the 2025 BYD Dolphin Comfort?

2025 Renault 5 E-Tech Iconic Cinq has more power at 150 hp, a 55 hp advantage over 2025 BYD Dolphin Comfort.

Which has more range, the 2025 Renault 5 E-Tech Iconic Cinq or the 2025 BYD Dolphin Comfort?

2025 Renault 5 E-Tech Iconic Cinq has the longer listed range at 400 km (249 miles), versus 340 km (211 miles).

Which has the larger battery, the 2025 Renault 5 E-Tech Iconic Cinq or the 2025 BYD Dolphin Comfort?

2025 Renault 5 E-Tech Iconic Cinq has the larger listed battery at 52.0 kWh, compared with 44.9 kWh.

Which has more cargo or boot space, the 2025 Renault 5 E-Tech Iconic Cinq or the 2025 BYD Dolphin Comfort?

2025 BYD Dolphin Comfort has more listed cargo space at 345 litres (12.2 cu ft), versus 277 litres (9.8 cu ft).

Which is heavier, the 2025 Renault 5 E-Tech Iconic Cinq or the 2025 BYD Dolphin Comfort?

2025 BYD Dolphin Comfort is heavier at 1,520 kg (3,351 lb), while 2025 Renault 5 E-Tech Iconic Cinq is listed at 1,449 kg (3,194 lb).

Which is cheaper, the 2025 Renault 5 E-Tech Iconic Cinq or the 2025 BYD Dolphin Comfort?

2025 BYD Dolphin Comfort has the lower recorded starting MSRP at $28,990 USD, compared with $29,990 USD for 2025 Renault 5 E-Tech Iconic Cinq. Regional pricing and equipment can differ.

Which is better, the 2025 Renault 5 E-Tech Iconic Cinq or the 2025 BYD Dolphin Comfort?

2025 Renault 5 E-Tech Iconic Cinq leads in more of the shared headline fields, but that is not a universal verdict: a buyer should weight price, performance, range and utility rather than simply count category wins. This comparison is based on recorded specifications rather than a road test, so the right choice depends on the buyer's priorities.