BYD Dolphin vs Hyundai i30: Running Costs in Victoria
Data verified April 2025
At this driving profile, the Hyundai i30 is the more economical choice over 5 years in Victoria.
Running only 15,000 km per year in Victoria, the BYD Dolphin's higher purchase price doesn't fully pay back through lower running costs within 5 years. The BYD Dolphin costs $79,325 in total versus $62,297 for the Hyundai i30 — a difference of $17,028. The numbers don't reach break-even within this holding period. If you drive significantly more km per year, or if petrol prices rise substantially, this comparison would shift. The BYD Dolphin still avoids around 1,641 kg of CO₂ over the ownership period.
The economics don't stack up at this driving distance — increase annual km or extend the holding period to change the picture.
Frequently asked questions
Is the BYD Dolphin cheaper than the Hyundai i30 over 5 years in Victoria?
At 15,000 km/yr in Victoria the Hyundai i30 is the cheaper option over 5 years: $62,297 total versus $79,325 for the BYD Dolphin. Use the calculator to adjust for your situation.
Does the BYD Dolphin break even against the Hyundai i30 in Victoria?
At 15,000 km/yr in Victoria the BYD Dolphin does not fully recover its price premium within a 5-year holding period. Higher annual km or an extended holding period would change this.
How much does it cost to charge the BYD Dolphin vs fuel the Hyundai i30 per year in Victoria?
At 15,000 km/yr in Victoria, charging the BYD Dolphin costs approximately $692/yr, versus $1,889/yr in petrol for the Hyundai i30. Victoria's electricity and fuel rates are applied automatically.