VS
At a Glance
Power
70 kW
245kW@5250
Torque
180 Nm
480Nm@2000
Fuel
—
14.2L/100km
Towing
—
1600kg
0-100 km/h
12.3 s
7.5s
Engine
electric cc
3984cc
Choosing between the BYD Dolphin and the Ford Territory is one of the most common decisions car buyers in South Africa face. The BYD Dolphin delivers 70 kW while the Ford Territory produces 245kW@5250. Pricing starts at R539 900 for the Dolphin and R453 800 for the Territory. Both vehicles have their merits. The right choice depends on your priorities: fuel economy, performance, towing ability, safety features or total cost of ownership. This comparison covers every specification available so you can make an informed decision.
Specification
BYD Dolphin(std) 2024 - From R539 900
Ford Territory4.0 ST AWD Tiptronic 2008 - From R453 800
Performance
Power Output
70 kW
245kW@5250
Torque
180 Nm
480Nm@2000
0-100 kph
12.3 s
7.5s
Top Speed
150 Km/h
210km/h
Engine & Drivetrain
Engine Capacity
electric cc
3984cc
Engine Layout
—
LONGITUDINAL INLINE 6
Cylinders
—
6
Fuel Type
electric
UNLEADED
Transmission
automatic
AUTOMATIC
Number of Gears
-
6
Drive Wheels
front
ALL
Full Time 4x4
—
✓ Standard
Low Range
—
✗
Fuel Economy
Fuel Consumption Average
—
14.2L/100km
Fuel Consumption Urban
—
-
Fuel Consumption Highway
—
-
Fuel Tank Capacity
44.9 kWh l
75L
CO2 Emissions
-
289g/km
Dimensions
Length
4290 mm
4856mm
Width
1770-2012 mm
1898-2247mm
Height
1570 mm
1714mm
Wheelbase
2700 mm
2842mm
Ground Clearance
—
179mm
Kerb Weight
1506 Kg
2175kg
Doors
5
5
Seats
5
7
Load Volume
345-1310 l
—
Towing & Payload
Towing Capacity
—
1600kg
Load Capacity
—
1153kg
Safety
ABS
✓ Standard
✓ Standard
EBD
✓ Standard
✓ Standard
Brake Assist
✓ Standard
—
Stability Control
✓ Standard
✓ Standard
Traction Control
✓ Standard
✓ Standard
Airbag Count
6
4
Driver Airbag
✓ Standard
✓ Standard
Passenger Airbag
✓ Standard
✓ Standard
Side Airbags Front
✓ Standard
✗
Curtain Airbags
✓ Standard
✓ Standard
Features & Tech
Air Conditioning
✓ Standard
✓ Standard
Climate Control
✓ Standard
✓ Standard
Cruise Control
✓ Standard
✓ Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control
✓ Standard
✗
Bluetooth
✓ Standard
✗
Satellite Navigation
—
✗
Reversing Camera
✓ Standard
—
Park Distance Rear
✓ Standard
WITH CAMERA
Park Distance Front
✓ Standard
✗
Sunroof
—
✗
Heated Seats
✓ Standard
✗
Electric Seat Adjustment
—
✓ Standard
Keyless Entry
✓ Standard
✗
Alloy Wheels
✓ Standard
✓ Standard
Warranty & Service
Warranty Period
3 vehicle / 8 battery
48
Warranty Distance
100000 vehicle / 200000 battery Km
120000km
Service Plan
—
S
Service Intervals
20000
15000
The Verdict
Which Wins?
Overall Winner
Ford Territory
3 / 4 categories
Performance
Territory
Fuel Economy
Tied
Value
Territory
Practicality
Territory
Pros & Cons
BYD Dolphin
Well-rounded specification
Higher starting price
Ford Territory
Lower starting price (R453 800)
Quicker 0-100 km/h (7.5ss)
Few notable weaknesses
Frequently Asked Questions
Which has more power, the Dolphin or Territory?
The Dolphin produces 70 kW and 180 Nm of torque while the Territory delivers 245kW@5250 and 480Nm@2000 of torque. The Territory is the more powerful option.
What is the price difference between the Dolphin and Territory?
The Dolphin starts from R539 900 and the Territory from R453 800. The Territory is cheaper by R86 100 at this variant level. Final on-the-road pricing varies by dealer and specification.
Which has a higher towing capacity, the Dolphin or Territory?
The Dolphin has a braked towing capacity of not specified and the Territory can tow 1600kg. Always verify towing limits in the owner's manual before hitching a trailer.
Should I buy the Dolphin or the Territory?
It depends on your priorities. If fuel economy matters most, check the L/100km figures above. If you need towing capacity, compare the towing ratings. For day-to-day South African driving - load shedding runs, potholed roads, school runs and highway commutes - consider ground clearance, service network coverage, and total cost of ownership including insurance and maintenance. Use the spec tables above to compare every detail before making your decision.