The best home charger for the BYD Dolphin is a 7kW (32A) wall charger — charging the 45kWh model from 20–100% in ~5 hours, versus 21+ hours on the factory 8A charger. For public AC charging you’ll need a Type 2 to Type 2 cable. Full details, charge times and cables below.
Full home charge
20–100% (Standard / Extended)
DC fast charging
CCS2 fast charging
About the BYD Dolphin
The Dolphin comes to New Zealand in two versions: 45kWh with 340km range and 60kWh with 472km range, using BYD’s Blade Battery technology with a heap of safety features.
The 45kWh version takes around 27 hours to charge from empty to full on the standard 8A charger that ships with the car — which is why we recommend a 7kW wall charger with cable (32A) for home. For public charging, you’ll want a Type 2 to Type 2 cable (7kW-rated).
Official BYD Dolphin New Zealand page →
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| Model variant | Battery pack | Range | Max AC home charging | DC fast charging | Charging port |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Standard Range | 45kWh Blade | 340km | Type 2 • 7kW | CCS2 • 30–80% ~29 min | Type 2 + CCS2 (dual port) |
| Extended Range | 60kWh Blade | 472km | Type 2 • 7kW | CCS2 • 30–80% ~29 min | Type 2 + CCS2 (dual port) |
Charging at the factory charger’s low rate is less efficient — some of the power is lost to cooling and the charging circuit. A 7kW / 32A wall charger charges roughly four times faster, adds around 40km of range per hour, and gets either battery comfortably full overnight.
Plug in and go
A fixed cable attached to the charger — the easiest daily experience. Pull in, plug in, done.
One cable for everything
Socket only — you use your own Type 2 cable. Great for sharing a charger between vehicles, or keeping one cable for home and public AC charging.
Got solar panels
Our smart chargers support solar diversion — soak up your excess solar export and charge for free during the day.
Estimated charge time comparison from 20% to 100% — calculated from 20% because most people don’t arrive home on empty.
| Charger type | Battery | Approx. charge time 20–100% |
|---|---|---|
| 8A factory charger | 45kWh Standard | 21 hours |
| 16A charger (caravan / commando style) | 45kWh Standard | 10.5 hours |
| 7kW wall charger with cable (32A) | 45kWh Standard | 5 hours |
| 8A factory charger | 60kWh Extended | 28 hours |
| 16A charger (caravan / commando style) | 60kWh Extended | 14 hours |
| 7kW wall charger with cable (32A) | 60kWh Extended | 7 hours |
Want exact numbers for your power price and starting charge? Use the calculator below, or see our charge time calculator and charge cost calculator.
The Dolphin fast charges via CCS2, going from 30% to 80% in around 29 minutes. DC charging stations have the cable hard-wired, so there’s no need to bring your own.
For public AC charging at supermarkets, malls and destination chargers, you’ll usually need to bring your own cable. Charging at 7kW adds around 40km of range per hour plugged in.
| Provider | Notes | Apple app | Android app |
|---|---|---|---|
| ChargeNet | Largest network nationwide | Download | Download |
| BP | Fast chargers at key sites | Download | Download |
| Z Energy | Fast chargers at selected stations | Download | Download |
| Tesla | Most NZ Superchargers are open to non-Tesla | Download | Download |
For more, see our full New Zealand public charging guide. PlugShare is handy for checking what’s available at your destination before you leave.
A Type 2 to Type 2 cable (7kW-rated) in 5m covers most situations. The majority of free public chargers use a Type 2 socket, so this cable lets you use them.
The BYD Dolphin uses a Type 2 / CCS2 dual port — Type 2 at the top for AC charging, with the bottom half used for CCS2 DC fast charging.
The Dolphin supports V2L — grab a V2L adapter to power tools and appliances from your car.
A 7kW (32A) wall charger — it charges the 45kWh Dolphin from 20–100% in ~5 hours (60kWh in ~7 hours) and adds around 40km of range per hour.
Around 27 hours from empty to full on the 45kWh version — the included 8A charger is best treated as a backup rather than your main charging method.
The Standard Range (45kWh) offers 340km and the Extended Range (60kWh) offers 472km. Real-world range varies with driving style and conditions.
A Type 2 to Type 2 (7kW-rated) cable in 5m — most free public chargers use a Type 2 socket that requires your own cable.
Yes — via CCS2, charging from 30% to 80% in around 29 minutes at a public DC fast charger.
Yes — with a V2L adapter, the Dolphin can power appliances and tools directly from its battery. We stock the adapter here
Free advice, no obligation
Want the easiest, safest charging setup at home? We’ll help you choose the right wall charger, confirm your cable needs, and recommend the best install option for your switchboard and parking spot. Or simply purchase online and have your local sparky install it.
Free advice includes:
– Charger recommendation
– Installation quote (nationwide options)
– Solar integration options (charge from excess solar for free)
– Public charging & cable guidance
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