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BYD DOLPHIN software update 2.1.0: owner guide

DOLPHIN 2.1.0 adds account-linked preferences, voice commands to switch heating or ventilation off, and cloud-data management. The release also refines radio switching, translations and the screen interface.

BYD DOLPHIN software update 2.1.0 illustration

New functions

  • Driver preferences linked to the vehicle account.
  • Android Auto and Apple CarPlay availability in the selected countries listed by BYD.
  • BYD Assistant commands to switch heating or ventilation off.
  • DMS face-registration information on cars with the required hardware.
  • Cloud-data management.

Other changes

Steering-wheel selection of favourite radio stations, interface layout and translations are refined. The January 2026 multimedia version is 13.1.32.251023.1.

Install when your car offers it

Matching released EU updates apply to the matching UK car, as confirmed by UK owners. Offers are staged by VIN, so another owner receiving it first does not mean yours has a fault.

  1. Park where the car can remain unused for the duration shown in its update prompt.
  2. Read the car’s notice and match the model, edition, trim and complete package.
  3. Meet the battery and connection requirements shown by the car.
  4. Start or schedule the update through the vehicle’s own screen. Safety note: leave installation running as instructed; interrupting it or using unofficial firmware can leave the software unusable.
  5. Wait for the completed-update message.
  6. Check your account preferences, phone connection and favourite radio stations. The normal controls should be available again after completion.

If the update fails

If installation reports a failure or a warning remains after completion, follow the displayed message and contact a BYD dealer or BYD Customer Service. Give them the full installed version and exact error, and ask them to check the failed package and the required recovery. If the update simply has not appeared, wait for the vehicle notification unless a function is missing or the car reports a fault.

Related links

Source: BYD owner-manual library (BYD UK) · BYD DOLPHIN release archive. Checked 22 October 2026.

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