Compare performance (136 HP vs 238 HP), boot space and price (31,600 £ vs 33,100 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – BYD ETP3 or Mercedes B Class?
Price and efficiency are often the first things buyers look at. Here it becomes clear which model has the long-term edge – whether at the pump, the plug, or in purchase price.
BYD ETP3 is marginally cheaper – starting at 31,600 £ , while the Mercedes B Class costs 33,100 £ . That’s a price difference of around 1,509 £.
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 Mercedes B Class offers clearly more power – delivering 238 HP compared to 136 HP. That’s roughly 102 HP more horsepower.
There’s also a difference in torque: the Mercedes B Class delivers clearly more torque with 400 Nm compared to 180 Nm. That’s about 220 Nm more.
Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?
Seats: Mercedes B Class offers more seats – 5 vs 2.
In terms of curb weight, Mercedes B Class is somewhat lighter – 1,405 kg compared to 1,640 kg. The difference is around 235 kg.
When it comes to payload, the BYD ETP3 carries visibly more – 780 kg compared to 550 kg. That’s a difference of about 230 kg.
The Mercedes B Class holds a decisive overall lead 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.
The BYD ETP3 is a smart, no-nonsense electric offering that blends everyday practicality with a quietly modern design that won’t embarrass you in the supermarket car park. It’s ideal for buyers after fuss-free electric mobility — efficient, clever and just playful enough to make city driving a little more fun.
detailsThe Mercedes B-Class is a smart, grown-up compact people carrier that dresses everyday practicality in a near‑premium polish, perfect for buyers who want comfort and a classy badge without the theatrics. It won’t set your pulse racing on a back road, but it will make school runs, commutes and grocery hauls feel pleasantly civilized — a reliable, slightly posh companion for real life.
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Price
31,600 £
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Price
33,100 - 52,500 £
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Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
5.1 - 6.9 L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
233 km
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Electric Range
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Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
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co2
0 g/km
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co2
133 - 156 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
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Fuel tank capacity
-
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
Cargo Van
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Body Type
MPV
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Seats
2
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Seats
5
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Doors
5
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Doors
-
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Curb weight
1,640 kg
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Curb weight
1,405 - 1,565 kg
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Trunk capacity
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Trunk capacity
445 - 455 L
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Length
4,460 mm
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Length
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Width
1,720 mm
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Width
1,796 mm
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Height
1,875 mm
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Height
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Max trunk capacity
3,500 L
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Payload
780 kg
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Payload
515 - 550 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Electric
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Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Diesel
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission Detail
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Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
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Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
136 HP
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Power HP
116 - 238 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
6.5 - 10 s
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Max Speed
100 km/h
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Max Speed
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Torque
180 Nm
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Torque
200 - 400 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
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Number of Cylinders
4
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Power kW
100 kW
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Power kW
85 - 175 kW
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Engine capacity
-
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Engine capacity
1,332 - 1,991 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2023
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Model Year
2025
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CO2 Efficiency Class
A
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CO2 Efficiency Class
D, E, F
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Brand
BYD
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Brand
Mercedes-Benz
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