BYD turns up heat in Europe with Dolphin Surf EV

Affordable alternative: A Dolphin Surf EV at the model launch event in Paris, France, on Wednesday. The launch of the fully-electric hatchback will likely strengthen BYD’s foothold in Europe at a time when Chinese EV makers have been losing momentum. — Bloomberg

BERLIN: Chinese electric vehicle (EV) maker BYD’s low-cost Dolphin Surf became its 10th model available in Europe on Wednesday, with the Berlin launch increasing pressure on European rivals to produce more affordable alternatives.

The fully-electric hatchback will sell at three price points, from €22,990 (US$26,100) for a 322km (200-mile) range, to €24,990 for a 507km range.