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BMW 2 Series vs BYD Tang comparison

Compare performance (530 HP vs 517 HP), boot space and price (39,200 £ vs 64,300 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – BMW 2 Series or BYD Tang?

BMW 2 Series vs BYD Tang: Key differences

BMW 2 Series

  • significantly cheaper
  • only slightly more power
  • markedly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • considerably lighter
  • clearly more trunk space
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BYD Tang

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By Achim Sedelmaier

Here’s where it gets real: The technical differences in detail

2 Series

Costs and Efficiency:

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

BMW 2 Series is significantly cheaper – starting at 39,200 £ , while the BYD Tang costs 64,300 £ . That’s a price difference of around 25,114 £.

Tang

Engine and Performance:

Power, torque and acceleration are the classic benchmarks for car enthusiasts – and here, some clear differences start to show.

When it comes to engine power, the BMW 2 Series offers only slightly more power – delivering 530 HP compared to 517 HP. That’s roughly 13 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the BMW 2 Series is markedly quicker – completing the sprint in 3.8 s, while the BYD Tang takes 4.9 s. That’s about 1.1 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the BYD Tang delivers marginally more torque with 680 Nm compared to 650 Nm. That’s about 30 Nm more.

2 Series

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 4.

In terms of curb weight, BMW 2 Series is considerably lighter – 1,560 kg compared to 2,630 kg. The difference is around 1,070 kg.

Looking at boot space, the BMW 2 Series offers clearly more boot space – 390 L compared to 235 L. That’s a difference of about 155 L.

When it comes to payload, the BYD Tang carries clearly more – 575 kg compared to 400 kg. That’s a difference of about 175 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The BMW 2 Series has the upper hand 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 £39,200
2 Series

BMW 2 Series

  • Engine Type : Diesel MHEV, Petrol, Petrol MHEV
  • Transmission : Automatic, Manuel
  • Drive Type : Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 156 - 530 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 4.9 - 10 L/100km
BMW 2 Series
BYD Tang

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BMW 2 Series

The BMW 2 Series feels like a pocket rocket in smart clothes, delivering sharp handling and a premium cabin that turns everyday errands into something worth looking forward to. For buyers who crave a compact car with real driving character and a dash of German confidence, it’s a spirited choice that never takes itself too seriously.

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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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BMW 2 Series
BYD Tang

Costs and Consumption

Price
39,200 - 98,600 £
Price
64,300 £
Consumption L/100km
4.9 - 10 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
24 kWh/100km
Electric Range
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Electric Range
530 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
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co2
129 - 226 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Coupe
Body Type
SUV
Seats
4
Seats
7
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,560 - 1,830 kg
Curb weight
2,630 kg
Trunk capacity
390 L
Trunk capacity
235 L
Length
-
Length
-
Width
1,838 - 1,887 mm
Width
1,955 mm
Height
-
Height
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Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
350 - 400 kg
Payload
575 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Diesel MHEV, Petrol, Petrol MHEV
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox, Manual Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
156 - 530 HP
Power HP
517 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.8 - 8.7 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.9 s
Max Speed
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Max Speed
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Torque
250 - 650 Nm
Torque
680 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4 - 6
Number of Cylinders
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Power kW
115 - 390 kW
Power kW
380 kW
Engine capacity
1,995 - 2,998 cm3
Engine capacity
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General

Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
Model Year
2024
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, E, G
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
BMW
Brand
BYD
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