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Aixam Minauto vs BYD Tang comparison

Compare performance (8 HP vs 517 HP), boot space and price (9,900 £ vs 64,300 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Aixam Minauto or BYD Tang?

Aixam Minauto vs BYD Tang: Key differences

Aixam Minauto

  • substantially cheaper
  • significantly lighter
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BYD Tang

  • clearly more power
  • significantly more electric range
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Here’s where it gets real: The technical differences in detail

Minauto

Costs and Efficiency:

Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.

Aixam Minauto is substantially cheaper – starting at 9,900 £ , while the BYD Tang costs 64,300 £ . That’s a price difference of around 54,351 £.

As for electric range, the BYD Tang offers significantly more range – reaching up to 530 km, about 455 km more than the Aixam Minauto.

Tang

Engine and Performance:

Under the bonnet, it becomes clear which model is tuned for sportiness and which one takes the lead when you hit the accelerator.

When it comes to engine power, the BYD Tang offers clearly more power – delivering 517 HP compared to 8 HP. That’s roughly 509 HP more horsepower.

There’s also a difference in torque: the BYD Tang delivers clearly more torque with 680 Nm compared to 40 Nm. That’s about 640 Nm more.

Space and Everyday Use:

Cabin size, boot volume and payload all play a role in everyday practicality. Here, comfort and flexibility make the difference.

Seats: BYD Tang offers more seats – 7 vs 2.

In terms of curb weight, Aixam Minauto is significantly lighter – 425 kg compared to 2,630 kg. The difference is around 2,205 kg.

When it comes to payload, the BYD Tang carries significantly more – 575 kg compared to 250 kg. That’s a difference of about 325 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Aixam Minauto is decisively ahead in the objective data comparison.
This result only shows which model scores more points on paper – not which of the two cars feels right for you.

from £9,900
Minauto

Aixam Minauto

  • Engine Type Diesel, Electric
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 8 HP
  • Electric Range 75 km
Aixam Minauto
BYD Tang

Costs and Consumption

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Aixam Minauto

The Aixam Minauto is a tiny, no-nonsense city microcar from Aixam that prioritizes ease of parking and low running costs over outright performance. It suits urban commuters who want a compact, economical runabout with basic comfort and safety, though buyers should expect limited pace and cabin space compared with conventional cars.

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BYD Tang

The BYD Tang is a bold, tech-loaded SUV that blends striking design with roomy practicality, making it equally at home on the school run and the open road. Packed with clever tech and a powertrain that mixes efficiency with eager performance, it’s a smart, value-focused pick for buyers who want electric-age comfort without the premium-brand fuss.

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Aixam Minauto
BYD Tang

Costs and Consumption

Price
9,900 - 10,900 £
Price
64,300 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
24 kWh/100km
Electric Range
75 km
Electric Range
530 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
0 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Hatchback
Body Type
SUV
Seats
2
Seats
7
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
425 kg
Curb weight
2,630 kg
Trunk capacity
-
Trunk capacity
235 L
Length
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Length
-
Width
1,500 mm
Width
1,955 mm
Height
-
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
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Payload
250 kg
Payload
575 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Diesel, Electric
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
CVT, Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
8 HP
Power HP
517 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.9 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
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Torque
21 - 40 Nm
Torque
680 Nm
Number of Cylinders
2
Number of Cylinders
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Power kW
6 kW
Power kW
380 kW
Engine capacity
479 cm3
Engine capacity
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General

Model Year
2,023 - 2,025
Model Year
2024
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Aixam
Brand
BYD
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