Suzuki Swift 1.2 Hybrid GLX vs BYD Dolphin Comfort

Comparison winners

4 metrics
0-100 winner BYD Dolphin Comfort 11.8 s Runner-up: 12.1 s
Power winner BYD Dolphin Comfort 95 hp Runner-up: 82 hp
Cargo winner BYD Dolphin Comfort 345 L Runner-up: 265 L
Price winner Suzuki Swift 1.2 Hybrid GLX $18,900 Runner-up: $28,990

How the specs compare

This comparison sets the 2025 Suzuki Swift 1.2 Hybrid GLX 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. One uses a hybrid powertrain and the other a battery-electric system, so range and consumption figures need to be read in that context.

Performance, power and 0-100 km/h

2025 BYD Dolphin Comfort has the quicker recorded 0-100 km/h time at 11.8 seconds, compared with 12.1 seconds for 2025 Suzuki Swift 1.2 Hybrid GLX. 2025 BYD Dolphin Comfort has the higher listed output at 95 hp; 2025 Suzuki Swift 1.2 Hybrid GLX is rated at 82 hp, a difference of 13 hp. The torque figures follow 2025 BYD Dolphin Comfort at 180 Nm and 2025 Suzuki Swift 1.2 Hybrid GLX at 112 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

Range and energy-use figures are either not shared by both cars or not directly comparable across these powertrain types.

Dimensions, cargo space and towing

2025 BYD Dolphin Comfort provides the larger quoted cargo volume: 345 litres versus 265 litres, a difference of 80 litres. 2025 BYD Dolphin Comfort is 430 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 Suzuki Swift 1.2 Hybrid GLX has the lower listed starting price at $18,900, compared with $28,990 for 2025 BYD Dolphin Comfort. 2025 BYD Dolphin Comfort 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.

Prepared by CarsbySpec from the structured specifications displayed on this page. Missing values are not estimated, and component figures are not treated as directly comparable system figures. Read the methodology.

Specification Suzuki Swift 1.2 Hybrid GLX2025 BYD Dolphin Comfort2025
Performance
0-100 km/h12.1 s11.8 s
Top Speed165 km/h150 km/h
Power82 hp95 hp
Torque112 Nm180 Nm
Range & Efficiency
Range340 km
Battery44.9 kWh
Fuel Tank37 L
Efficiency4.5 L/100km13.2 kWh/100km
CO2 Emissions102 g/km0 g/km
DC Charging60 kW
Size & Capacity
Length3,860 mm4,290 mm
Ground Clearance140 mm150 mm
Cargo265 L345 L
Curb Weight1,010 kg1,520 kg
Seats55
Turning Circle9.6 m10.2 m
Starting MSRP$18,900$28,990

Suzuki Swift 1.2 Hybrid GLX vs BYD Dolphin Comfort questions answered

Which is faster, the 2025 Suzuki Swift 1.2 Hybrid GLX or the 2025 BYD Dolphin Comfort?

2025 BYD Dolphin Comfort is quicker from 0-100 km/h at 11.8 seconds, versus 12.1 seconds for 2025 Suzuki Swift 1.2 Hybrid GLX.

Which has the higher top speed, the 2025 Suzuki Swift 1.2 Hybrid GLX or the 2025 BYD Dolphin Comfort?

2025 Suzuki Swift 1.2 Hybrid GLX has the higher listed top speed at 165 km/h (103 mph), compared with 150 km/h (93 mph).

Which has more horsepower, the 2025 Suzuki Swift 1.2 Hybrid GLX or the 2025 BYD Dolphin Comfort?

2025 BYD Dolphin Comfort has more power at 95 hp, a 13 hp advantage over 2025 Suzuki Swift 1.2 Hybrid GLX.

Which has more cargo or boot space, the 2025 Suzuki Swift 1.2 Hybrid GLX or the 2025 BYD Dolphin Comfort?

2025 BYD Dolphin Comfort has more listed cargo space at 345 litres (12.2 cu ft), versus 265 litres (9.4 cu ft).

Which is heavier, the 2025 Suzuki Swift 1.2 Hybrid GLX or the 2025 BYD Dolphin Comfort?

2025 BYD Dolphin Comfort is heavier at 1,520 kg (3,351 lb), while 2025 Suzuki Swift 1.2 Hybrid GLX is listed at 1,010 kg (2,227 lb).

Which is cheaper, the 2025 Suzuki Swift 1.2 Hybrid GLX or the 2025 BYD Dolphin Comfort?

2025 Suzuki Swift 1.2 Hybrid GLX has the lower recorded starting MSRP at $18,900 USD, compared with $28,990 USD for 2025 BYD Dolphin Comfort. Regional pricing and equipment can differ.

Which is better, the 2025 Suzuki Swift 1.2 Hybrid GLX or the 2025 BYD Dolphin Comfort?

2025 BYD Dolphin Comfort 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.