All comparisons
BYD Dolphin vs Citroën ë-C3
Nepal prices, verified July 2026 · NPR 4,115,000 vs NPR 3,499,000
The verdict
The BYD Dolphin takes 4 of the 7 measures to the Citroën ë-C3's 2, with 1 measure tied.
- The Citroën ë-C3 undercuts the BYD Dolphin by Rs 6.2 lakh — about 15% of the more expensive car's price.
- The Citroën ë-C3 carries 50 mm more ground clearance, which is the difference that shows up on unsealed roads outside the valley.
- On the manufacturers' own claims the BYD Dolphin goes 20 km further per charge. Expect both to fall short of those figures on hill routes.
- The BYD Dolphin has an independent crash rating; the Citroën ë-C3 has not been published, which is itself worth weighing.
Spec by spec
| Measure | BYD Dolphin | Citroën ë-C3 |
|---|---|---|
| PriceEx-showroom, base variant. | NPR 4,115,000 | ★NPR 3,499,000 |
| Power | ★70 kW (95 hp) | 42 kW (57 hp) |
| Battery | ★44.9 kWh (Blade LFP) | 29.2 kWh |
| RangeManufacturer claim; real-world figures in the hills run lower. | ★340 km (claimed) | 320 km (MIDC) |
| TorqueMatters on Nepal's sustained hill climbs. | ★180 Nm | 143 Nm |
| Ground clearanceThe single most underrated spec on Nepali roads. | 130 mm | ★180 mm |
| Safety rating | 5 Star (Euro NCAP) | Not rated |
★ marks the stronger figure on that measure. Ties are unmarked.
Common questions
Which is cheaper in Nepal, the BYD Dolphin or the Citroën ë-C3?
The Citroën ë-C3 is cheaper at NPR 3,499,000 against NPR 4,115,000. Both figures are ex-showroom for the base variant, verified July 2026.
BYD Dolphin vs Citroën ë-C3 — which is better for Nepali roads?
The BYD Dolphin takes 4 of the 7 measures to the Citroën ë-C3's 2, with 1 measure tied. The Citroën ë-C3 undercuts the BYD Dolphin by Rs 6.2 lakh — about 15% of the more expensive car's price.