BYD has unveiled its Dolphin Cargo e-Van, a flexible compact vehicle for commercial fleets, powered by a 204PS electric motor paired with a 60.4kWh battery.
An example of the vehicle, which is based on the Dolphin passenger car hatchback, was on display at the Commercial Vehicle Show in April, but the full specification details have been unavailable until now.
The conversion into a light commercial vehicle (LCV) is carried out in the UK, meaning the vehicle is tailored to meet the specific requirements of British commercial operators.
Changes include the permanent removal of the rear seats and installation of a full metal bulkhead behind the front seats, freeing up a load capacity of 1,093 litres – including a 47-litre underfloor storage space.
The van offers a WLTP range of up to 347 miles in urban driving and 265 miles combined, helping businesses maximise efficiency while reducing operating costs.
An optional 70 mph speed limiter is also available to support fleet optimisation and energy management.
At the heart of the vehicle is BYD’s Blade Battery technology, which uses Lithium Iron Phosphate (LFP) chemistry.
Free from cobalt, the Blade Battery is designed to deliver enhanced durability, improved safety and greater resistance to extreme temperatures compared with conventional battery technologies.
Vehicle-to-Load (V2L) technology enables the vehicle to supply power directly to external equipment, supporting applications such as mobile servicing, site maintenance, portable lighting and tool charging without requiring additional power sources.
BYD can also provide a range of bespoke extras, including reversing alarms, amber warning beacons, vehicle livery and customised storage configurations tailored to customer requirements.
