BYD Dolphin
BYD Dolphin
Dynamic Standard Range
RM 100,530
VIEW DECEMBER OFFERS
Proton Persona
Proton Persona
1.6L Standard CVT
RM 47,800
VIEW DECEMBER OFFERS
Similar Cars

BYD Dolphin vs Proton Persona Comparison

Overview: Dolphin vs Persona

Key Features

Transmission Type Automatic CVT
Seating Capacity 5 Seats 5 Seats
Power 94 hp 108 hp
Engine Displacement - 1597 cc

Best Loan Offers

DP RM 20,100 Installment : RM 1,174 x 84 Months VIEW DECEMBER OFFERS DP RM 9,600 Installment : RM 558 x 84 Months VIEW DECEMBER OFFERS

User Ratings & Review Comparison

4/5
9 reviews
4.15/5
75 reviews
User Review Comparison
  • Daily drives, weekend trips - no fuss

    The Persona feels sturdier and more stable compared to a compact sedan. The NVH improvements are quite noticeable, especially on the federal highways...

    Read More
    F
    Farhan Dec 05, 2025 for Proton Persona

From The Experts

Things we like

Spacious and feature-rich cabin

Impressive range from both powertrains

Read More

Fuel-efficient for long commutes.

Spacious interior with ample legroom.

Advanced safety features enhance security.

Smooth and comfortable ride quality.

Read More
Things we don't like

Long term reliability not proven yet

Fit and finish levels at some places

Read More

Higher maintenance costs compared to some rivals.

Read More

Dimensions & Capacity

Front Tread 1530 mm --
Rear Tread 1530 mm --
Length 4290 mm 4366 mm
Width 1770 mm 1722 mm
Height 1570 mm 1554 mm
Wheel Base 2700 mm 2555 mm
Ground Clearance 130 mm --
No Of Doors 5 4
Seating Capacity 5 Seats 5 Seats
Cargo Volume -- 510 L
Fuel Tank Capacity (litres) -- 40 L
Kerb Weight -- 1175 kg
Turning Radius -- 5.0 m
View All

Engine Details

Battery Type BYD Blade Battery --
Battery Capacity 44.9 kWh --
Regenerative Braking Yes --
AC Charging (0-100%) In 7.5 Hours --
Motor Type Permanent Magnet Synchronous Motor --
Emission 0 g/km --
Battery Warranty 8 years/160,000 km --
Engine -- 1.6L Petrol Engine, In-line 4 Cylinder 16 Valve DOHC
Fuel Supply System -- MPI
No Of Cylinders -- 4
Valves Per Cylinder -- 4
Valve Configuration -- DOHC
View All

Performance

Fuel Type Electric Petrol
Power 94 hp 108 hp
Torque 180 Nm 150 Nm
Acceleration 12.3 s --
Driving Range 410 km --
Engine Displacement -- 1597 cc
RPM At Max Power -- 5750 RPM
RPM At Max Torque -- 4000 RPM
View All

Steering

Power Steering Yes Yes
Adjustable Steering Column Yes Yes
Steering Column Adjustable Tilt
Steering Type Electric Power Electric Power
Steering Gear Type Rack & Pinion Rack & Pinion

Suspension & Brakes

Front Brake Type Ventilated Discs Ventilated Discs
Rear Brake Type Discs Drums
Front Suspension MacPherson Strut MacPherson Strut
Rear Suspension Torsion Beam Torsion Beam

Transmission

Transmission Type Automatic CVT
Gear Box Single Speed Variable Speed
Drive Type FWD --

Wheel & Tyre

Alloy Wheels Yes Yes
Wheel Covers No No
Alloy Wheel Size 16 Inch 15 Inch
Tyre Size 195/60 R16 185/55 R15
Tyre Type Radial Radial
Wheel Size R16 R15
View All

Safety

Advance Safety Feature Lane Keeping Support, Rear Collision Warning, Lane Change Collision Warning Lane Keeping Support, Rear Collision Warning, Lane Change Collision Warning Hill Hold Assist Hill Hold Assist
Anti-Lock Braking System Yes Yes
Brake Assist Yes Yes
Ebd Yes Yes
Vehicle Stability Control System Yes Yes
Traction Control Yes Yes
Crash Sensor Yes Yes
Driver Airbag Yes Yes
Passenger Airbag Yes Yes
Curtain Airbags Yes No
Side Airbag-Front Yes Yes
Door Ajar Warning Yes Yes
Seat Belt Warning Yes Yes
Rear Seat Belts Yes Yes
Height Adjustable Front Seat Belts Yes --
Child Safety Locks Yes Yes
ISOFIX Child Seat Mounts Yes --
Day & Night Rear View Mirror Yes --
Parking Sensors Yes Yes
Front Parking Sensors Yes No
Rear Parking Sensors Yes Yes
Rear Camera Yes No
360 Camera Yes No
Park Assist No No
Front Impact Beams Yes Yes
Side Impact Beams Yes Yes
Engine Check Warning Yes Yes
Tyre Pressure Monitor Yes --
Electric Parking Brake Yes --
Blind Spot monitor Yes No
Lane Departure Warning System Yes No
Rear Cross Traffic Alert Yes --
Speed Sensing Door Locks Yes --
Side Airbag-Rear -- No
Knee Airbags -- No
ADAS (Advanced Driver Assistance Systems) -- No
View All

Security

Central Locking Yes Yes
Power Door Locks Yes Yes
Anti Theft Device Yes Yes
Anti-Theft Alarm Yes --
Engine Immobilizer Yes Yes

Comfort & Convenience

Air Conditioner Yes Yes
Automatic Climate Control Yes No
Air Quality Control Yes --
Rear A/C Vents Yes --
Glove Box Cooling No --
Heater Yes Yes
Ventilated Front Seats No No
Ventilated Rear Seats No No
Accessory Power Outlet Yes Front Front
Engine Start/Stop Button Yes No
Central Console Armrest Yes Yes
Bottle Holder Yes Front & Rear Front & Rear
Cup Holders-Front Yes Yes
Cup Holders-Rear Yes --
Keyless Entry Yes No
Adaptive Cruise Control Yes --
Power Windows Front Yes Yes
Power Windows Rear Yes --
Rear Reading Lamp Yes --
Trunk Light Yes --
Follow Me Home Headlamps Yes No
Memory Seats No --
Head-Up Display No --
Wireless Charger No No
Vanity Mirror -- Yes
Automatic Headlamps -- No
View All

Entertainment & Communication

Display Size 12.8 Inch 12.8 Inch --
Apple Carplay/Android Auto Yes --
USB & Auxiliary Input Yes Yes
Bluetooth Connectivity Yes Yes
FM/AM/Radio Yes Yes
Speakers Front Yes Yes
Speakers Rear Yes No
No Of Speakers 6 6 2 2
Navigation System Yes No
Multi-function Steering Wheel Yes No
Integrated 2DIN Audio No Yes
Voice Control Yes No
Touch Screen Yes No
View All

Instrumentation

Low Fuel Warning Light Yes Yes
Digital Clock Yes Yes
Digital Odometer Yes Yes
Tacho Meter Yes Yes
Electronic Multi Tripmeter Yes Yes
Instrument Cluster Display Size 5 Inch 5 Inch --
View All

Seats & Upholstery

Adjustable Seats Yes Yes
Adjustable Headrest Yes Front Front
Height Adjustable Driver Seat Yes Yes
Electric Adjustable Seats No No
Heated Seats - Rear No No
Rear Seat Headrest Yes Yes
Rear Seat Center Arm Rest Yes --
Leather Steering Wheel Yes No
Folding Table Rear No No
Foldable Rear Seat Yes No
Seat Upholstery Leather Leather --
Fabric Upholstery -- Yes
Leather Seats -- No
View All

Exterior

Electric Folding Rear View Mirror Yes No
Manually Adjustable Exterior Rear View Mirror No No
Power Adjustable Exterior Rear View Mirror Yes Yes
Integrated Antenna Yes Yes
Power Antenna No No
Rear Window Wiper Yes No
Adjustable Headlights Yes Yes
Headlamp Type LED LED Halogen Halogen
Daytime Running Lights LED LED No
Taillight Type LED LED Bulb Bulb
Sun Roof No No
Removable Convertible Top No No
Side Stepper No No
Outside Rear View Mirror Turn Indicator -- Yes
Remote Trunk Opener -- No
Rear Window Washer -- No
Roof Rail -- No
Centrally Mounted Fuel Tank -- Yes
View All

Miscellaneous

Driving Experience Control Eco -- Yes

Interior

Sun Visors Yes Yes
Ambient Light -- No

Compare BYD Dolphin With Similar Cars

Compare Proton Persona With Similar Cars

Videos of BYD Dolphin and Proton Persona

  • 2019 Proton Persona now looks much better designed | EvoMalaysia.com
    2019 Proton Persona now looks much better designed | EvoMalaysia.com
    13 Nov, 2019 .
  • FIRST DRIVE: 2019 Proton Persona facelift quick review
    FIRST DRIVE: 2019 Proton Persona facelift quick review
    13 Nov, 2019 .

Used Proton Cars Price

Used Proton Cars Price

BYD Dolphin vs Proton Persona FAQs

Which Car is cheaper between BYD Dolphin vs Proton Persona?

Dolphin is priced at RM 100,530 and Persona is priced at RM 47,800. Hence Persona is the cheapest amongst these cars.

Helpful (340)

Which Car has more power between BYD Dolphin vs Proton Persona?

The BYD Dolphin has power of 94 hp with 180 Nm torque and Proton Persona has power of 108 hp with 150 Nm torque. Thus making Persona the more powerful as compared to Dolphin.

Helpful (447)

Which Car has more safety features between BYD Dolphin vs Proton Persona?

Dolphin safety features: Anti-Lock Braking System, Brake Assist, Ebd, Vehicle Stability Control System, Traction Control, Crash Sensor, Driver Airbag, Passenger Airbag, Curtain Airbags, Side Airbag-Front, Door Ajar Warning, Seat Belt Warning, Rear Seat Belts, Height Adjustable Front Seat Belts, Child Safety Locks, ISOFIX Child Seat Mounts, Day & Night Rear View Mirror, Parking Sensors, Front Parking Sensors, Rear Parking Sensors, Rear Camera, 360 Camera, Front Impact Beams, Side Impact Beams, Engine Check Warning, Tyre Pressure Monitor, Electric Parking Brake, Blind Spot monitor, Lane Departure Warning System, Rear Cross Traffic Alert and Speed Sensing Door Locks

Persona safety features: Anti-Lock Braking System, Brake Assist, Ebd, Vehicle Stability Control System, Traction Control, Crash Sensor, Driver Airbag, Passenger Airbag, Side Airbag-Front, Door Ajar Warning, Seat Belt Warning, Rear Seat Belts, Child Safety Locks, Parking Sensors, Rear Parking Sensors, Front Impact Beams, Side Impact Beams and Engine Check Warning

The BYD Dolphin has higher number of sefety features than Persona, hence BYD Dolphin is more safer than Proton Persona.

Helpful (239)

Which Car has more comfort features between Dolphin vs Persona?

Dolphin comfort features: Air Conditioner, Automatic Climate Control, Air Quality Control, Rear A/C Vents, Heater, Accessory Power Outlet, Engine Start/Stop Button, Central Console Armrest, Bottle Holder, Cup Holders-Front, Cup Holders-Rear, Keyless Entry, Adaptive Cruise Control, Power Windows Front, Power Windows Rear, Rear Reading Lamp, Trunk Light and Follow Me Home Headlamps

Persona comfort features: Air Conditioner, Heater, Central Console Armrest, Cup Holders-Front, Power Windows Front and Vanity Mirror

The BYD Dolphin has higher number of comfort features than Persona, hence BYD Dolphin is more comfortable than Proton Persona.

Helpful (275)

What is Dolphin vs Persona dimension size comparison?

The Dolphin dimension are 4290 mm length, 1770 mm width, 1570 mm height while the Persona Dimensions are 4366 mm length, 1722 mm width, 1554 mm height. Hence, the Persona is more longer, Dolphin is more wider and Dolphin is more higher.

Helpful (433)