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BMW X5 vs BYD Tang - Differences and prices compared

Compare performance (625 HP vs 517 HP), boot space and price (77100 £ vs 64300 £) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – BMW X5 or BYD Tang?

BMW X5

BYD Tang

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

X5

Costs and Efficiency:

Price and efficiency are key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.

BYD Tang has a somewhat advantage in terms of price – it starts at 64300 £, while the BMW X5 costs 77100 £. That’s a price difference of around 12772 £.

As for range, the BYD Tang performs convincingly better – achieving up to 530 km, about 425 km more than the BMW X5.

Tang

Engine and Performance:

Power, torque and acceleration say a lot about how a car feels on the road. This is where you see which model delivers more driving dynamics.

When it comes to engine power, the BMW X5 has a to a small extent edge – offering 625 HP compared to 517 HP. That’s roughly 108 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the BMW X5 is distinct quicker – completing the sprint in 3.90 s, while the BYD Tang takes 4.90 s. That’s about 1 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the BMW X5 performs distinct better – reaching 250 km/h, while the BYD Tang tops out at 190 km/h. The difference is around 60 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: BMW X5 pulls minimal stronger with 750 Nm compared to 680 Nm. That’s about 70 Nm difference.

X5

Space and Everyday Use:

Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?

Seats: BYD Tang offers clearly perceptible more seating capacity – 7 vs 5.

In curb weight, BMW X5 is slightly lighter – 2240 kg compared to 2630 kg. The difference is around 390 kg.

In terms of boot space, the BMW X5 offers convincingly more room – 650 L compared to 235 L. That’s a difference of about 415 L.

In maximum load capacity, the BMW X5 performs to a small extent better – up to 1870 L, which is about 215 L more than the BYD Tang.

When it comes to payload, BMW X5 a bit takes the win – 705 kg compared to 575 kg. That’s a difference of about 130 kg.

Who wins the race?

The BYD Tang proves to be wins by a narrow margin and therefore becomes our DriveDuel Champion!
BYD Tang is the better all-rounder in this comparison.

about £64,285
Tang

BYD Tang

  • Engine Type : Electric
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 517 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 24 kWh
  • Electric Range : 530 km
BMW X5
BYD Tang

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BMW X5

The BMW X5 blends athletic handling with a roomy, premium interior, feeling equally at home on twisty country roads and the school-run car park. Its executive-lounge cabin and confident road presence make it a tempting choice for buyers who want comfort, capability and just a little bit of bragging rights.

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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 X5
BYD Tang
X5
Tang

Costs and Consumption

Price
77100 - 143500 £
Price
64300 £
Consumption L/100km
3 - 12.8 L
Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
24 kWh
Electric Range
105 km
Electric Range
530 km
Battery Capacity
25.70 kWh
Battery Capacity
-
co2
68 - 289 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
69 - 83 L
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
7
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
2240 - 2495 kg
Curb weight
2630 kg
Trunk capacity
500 - 650 L
Trunk capacity
235 L
Length
4935 mm
Length
4970 mm
Width
2004 - 2015 mm
Width
1955 mm
Height
1755 - 1765 mm
Height
1745 mm
Max trunk capacity
1720 - 1870 L
Max trunk capacity
1655 L
Payload
565 - 705 kg
Payload
575 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Diesel MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
298 - 625 HP
Power HP
517 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.9 - 6.1 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.90 s
Max Speed
250 km/h
Max Speed
190 km/h
Torque
540 - 750 Nm
Torque
680 Nm
Number of Cylinders
6 - 8
Number of Cylinders
-
Power kW
219 - 460 kW
Power kW
380 kW
Engine capacity
2993 - 4395 cm3
Engine capacity
-

General

Model Year
2025
Model Year
2024
CO2 Efficiency Class
G, B
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
BMW
Brand
BYD
Is the BMW X5 offered with different drivetrains?

The BMW X5 is available as All-Wheel Drive.

The prices and data displayed are estimates based on German list prices and may vary by country. This information is not legally binding.