BYD Dolphin Premium Charging Cost in Australia
By mht-dev, Frontend Engineer & Creator
Estimate the cost and time to charge a BYD Dolphin Premium (full battery electric vehicle / BEV) in Australia, calculated from its battery capacity and local electricity rates, both at public DC fast charging and at home.
BYD Dolphin Premium specifications
- Usable battery capacity
- 60.4 kWh
- DC fast-charge power (peak)
- 88 kW
- AC charge power (onboard)
- 7 kW
- Manufacturer-claimed range
- 427 km (WLTP)
- Realistic range estimate
- 363 km
- Estimated efficiency
- 17 kWh/100 km
- Estimated charging cost per 100 km
- $5.49
- Battery chemistry
- LFP
A real-world estimate discounted from the manufacturer's claimed figure; actual distance depends on driving style, speed, and conditions.
Estimated from the realistic range, not a measured consumption figure; actual use varies with driving and conditions.
BYD Dolphin Premium charging cost & time
| Scenario | Energy | Time | Cost |
|---|---|---|---|
| Public DC 20% → 80% | 36.2 kWh | 29 minutes | $21.74 |
| Public DC 0% → 100% | 60.4 kWh | 1 hours 15 minutes | $36.24 |
| At home (AC) 20% → 80% | 36.2 kWh | 5 hours 11 minutes | $11.96 |
BYD Dolphin Premium charging time by charger power
How long the BYD Dolphin Premium takes to charge at different charger power levels, capped by its own onboard limits.
| Charger | Power | Charge | Time |
|---|---|---|---|
| Standard outlet | 2.2 kW | 0% → 100% | 27 hours 27 minutes |
| Home wallbox | 7 kW | 0% → 100% | 8 hours 38 minutes |
| Public AC | 7 kW | 0% → 100% | 8 hours 38 minutes |
| DC fast | 88 kW | 10% → 80% | 34 minutes |
AC rows assume constant charging power and a 0% to 100% charge. Real times vary with the onboard charger, temperature, and the charger you use.
The DC fast row (10% to 80%) models the charging curve tapering as the battery fills, so it is more realistic than a flat estimate. Real DC times still vary with temperature, battery state, and the charger.
Charging speed
The BYD Dolphin Premium is estimated to charge from 20% to 80% on public DC fast charging in about 29 minutes (standard DC).
Estimated. Real DC charging slows as the battery fills, so the time varies by model, temperature, and charger.
As of 2026-06-02
Battery care
This car uses an LFP battery, which tolerates routine charging to 100%. Charging full now and then is fine and even helps the car read its charge level accurately.
Savings vs a petrol car
This charge adds about 218 km of range for $21.74. Driving the same distance on petrol would cost:
| Engine size | Petrol cost | You save |
|---|---|---|
| ≤ 1000 cc | $23.36 | $1.61 |
| 1000–1500 cc | $27.60 | $5.86 |
| 1500–2000 cc | $33.97 | $12.23 |
| 2000–2500 cc | $40.34 | $18.60 |
| > 2500 cc | $48.83 | $27.09 |
Estimated from typical combined fuel use by engine size and Regular unleaded (ULP 91) at $1.95/L. Charging at home saves the most; actual figures vary with driving and conditions.
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Compare with another car →Frequently asked questions
How much does it cost to charge a BYD Dolphin Premium from 20% to 80%?
- Charging a BYD Dolphin Premium from 20% to 80% at a public DC fast charger costs about $21.74.
How long does it take to charge a BYD Dolphin Premium?
- Charging a BYD Dolphin Premium from 20% to 80% at a public DC fast charger takes about 29 minutes.