BYD Dolphin Surf
Charging cable
Charges about 50% faster on 22 kW public posts than a 7.4 kW cable.
Why this fits your Dolphin Surf+−
The BYD Dolphin Surf has a Type 2 inlet and a three-phase 11kW onboard charger. The 22kW cable carries its full 11kW on three-phase chargers. A 7.4kW cable would cap it. On a single-phase home wallbox both cables charge at the same 7.4kW.
Which BYD Dolphin Surf versions does it fit?+
This cable fits every BYD Dolphin Surf, because they all share the same Type 2 charging inlet. That includes:
- BYD Dolphin Surf Active
- BYD Dolphin Surf Boost
- BYD Dolphin Surf Comfort
Whichever Dolphin Surf trim you drive, it is the same cable, so you can order with confidence.
Specifications+−
Delivery & returns+−
Free tracked UK delivery on every order. Built to order in the UK and dispatched fast. 30-day no-fuss returns.
Note: 43.2kWh usable Boost/Comfort; 11kW 3-phase AC; 85kW DC; UK name for Seagull; per Carwow and EV Database
How long does it take?
Charging
the BYD Dolphin Surf.
The BYD Dolphin Surf is a compact electric hatchback that BYD launched in the UK in 2025, sold elsewhere under the Seagull name. It comes in Active, Boost and Comfort trims, all sharing a 43.2kWh battery. AC charging uses a Type 2 inlet and rapid DC charging is handled by CCS, with a peak DC rate of around 85kW. The relatively modest battery means a full charge does not take long.
Any time you charge at home or at a public AC point, you need a Type 2 to Type 2 cable. At rapid DC chargers on motorway corridors, the station's own tethered cable handles everything, so those sessions need nothing from you. The Dolphin Surf's onboard AC charger is rated at 11kW on three phases, though that ceiling only matters if your supply can actually deliver three-phase power.
Estimates based on battery size and charge power. Rapid (DC) times are for a 10 to 80% charge, the way manufacturers quote them. Real-world charging varies with temperature, battery state and the charger itself.
7.4 kW or 22 kW?
Which cable does
the Dolphin Surf need?
Most UK owners will charge the Dolphin Surf on a single-phase home supply, which caps AC charging at 7.4kW regardless of the cable you connect. At 7.4kW, the 43.2kWh battery fills in roughly six hours, which sits comfortably within a typical overnight window. A 7.4kW Type 2 to Type 2 cable is the sensible, cost-effective choice for most buyers.
A 22kW rated cable is only relevant if you have a three-phase supply at home, which is rare in UK residential properties, or if you plan to use 22kW public AC chargers where the Dolphin Surf can draw its full 11kW. On a single-phase wallbox, plugging in a 22kW cable makes no practical difference: the car still charges at 7.4kW. Pay for three-phase capability only when you have a real use for it.
What does it cost to charge?
With a 43.2kWh battery, a full charge from empty costs roughly £3 on an off-peak EV tariff at around 7.5p per kWh, or roughly £12 at a standard domestic rate of around 27p per kWh. That makes the Dolphin Surf one of the cheaper EVs to charge at home. Public rapid charging costs considerably more, often 45p to 80p per kWh, so leaning on home charging whenever possible keeps costs down. Check current tariff rates before committing to a plan.
Also for your Dolphin Surf
Goes well with.
Plug & Cable Holder · Type 2
Wottz Plug and Cable Holder
Carry Bag
Wottz Carry Bag
Dust Cap · Type 2
Wottz Dust Cap
BYD Dolphin Surf FAQs
Good
questions.
Still not sure? Our team will confirm the right cable for your vehicle.
Contact usCan the BYD Dolphin Surf charge at 22kW?+−
Yes, the BYD Dolphin Surf has a three-phase onboard charger, so with a 22kW cable and a three-phase supply it can charge at up to 11kW.
What length charging cable should I get?+−
5m suits most home and public charge points. Choose 7.5m or 10m if the charge point is far from your car's charging port or you park on the far side of a bay.
Does the BYD Dolphin Surf support V2L?+−
Yes. The BYD Dolphin Surf supports vehicle-to-load (V2L), so a V2L discharge cable lets you run tools, appliances and devices straight from the battery through the Type 2 inlet, at up to 3.6kW.
What charging cable does the BYD Dolphin Surf need?+−
A Type 2 to Type 2 cable for home wallboxes and public AC charge points. The Dolphin Surf uses a standard Type 2 inlet. For most UK owners on a single-phase home supply, a 7.4kW cable delivers the full available charging speed. A 22kW three-phase cable is only useful if you have a three-phase connection or regularly visit 22kW public AC chargers.
Can the BYD Dolphin Surf charge at 11kW?+−
Yes, provided the supply is three-phase. The Dolphin Surf's onboard charger is rated to 11kW across three phases. In practice most UK homes are single-phase, so the realistic home charging rate is 7.4kW. A 22kW public AC charger or a three-phase home connection would allow the full 11kW.
How long does the BYD Dolphin Surf take to charge at home?+−
On a 7.4kW home wallbox, the 43.2kWh battery takes around five and a half to six hours from empty, so it slots into an overnight charge with plenty of margin. A 3-pin granny charger slows things considerably to around 18 hours, making it a genuine last resort rather than an everyday option.
What cable length is best for the BYD Dolphin Surf?+−
A 5m cable suits the majority of home driveways and most public charger bays. If your wallbox is further from your usual parking spot, or you have an unusual driveway layout, a 7m or 10m cable avoids the frustration of a lead that barely reaches. It is worth measuring the distance on your driveway before you buy.