Compare performance (136 HP vs 680 HP), boot space and price (31,600 £ vs 41,300 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – BYD ETP3 or Mercedes C Class Sedan?
Price and efficiency are key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.
BYD ETP3 is noticeably cheaper – starting at 31,600 £ , while the Mercedes C Class Sedan costs 41,300 £ . That’s a price difference of around 9,705 £.
As for electric range, the BYD ETP3 offers clearly more range – reaching up to 233 km, about 116 km more than the Mercedes C Class Sedan.
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 Mercedes C Class Sedan offers clearly more power – delivering 680 HP compared to 136 HP. That’s roughly 544 HP more horsepower.
Looking at top speed, the Mercedes C Class Sedan is significantly faster – reaching 250 km/h, while the BYD ETP3 tops out at 100 km/h. The difference is around 150 km/h.
There’s also a difference in torque: the Mercedes C Class Sedan delivers significantly more torque with 1,020 Nm compared to 180 Nm. That’s about 840 Nm more.
Cabin size, boot volume and payload all play a role in everyday practicality. Here, comfort and flexibility make the difference.
Seats: Mercedes C Class Sedan offers more seats – 5 vs 2.
In terms of curb weight, BYD ETP3 is barely lighter – 1,640 kg compared to 1,695 kg. The difference is around 55 kg.
When it comes to payload, the BYD ETP3 carries noticeably more – 780 kg compared to 570 kg. That’s a difference of about 210 kg.
The Mercedes C Class Sedan is clearly superior overall 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 C‑Class is the compact executive that dresses like it owns the boulevard, with an interior that blends modern elegance and plush comfort to make everyday driving feel unexpectedly special. On the road it pairs poise with a hint of cheeky agility, rewarding drivers who want refinement without forfeiting a touch of fun — and yes, it still looks great in the driveway.
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Price
31,600 £
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Price
41,300 - 103,400 £
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Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
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
11 - 117 km
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Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
19.5 kWh
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co2
0 g/km
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co2
41 - 205 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
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Fuel tank capacity
50 L
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
Cargo Van
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Body Type
Sedan
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Seats
2
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Seats
5
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Doors
5
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Doors
4
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Curb weight
1,640 kg
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Curb weight
1,695 - 2,195 kg
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Trunk capacity
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Trunk capacity
315 - 455 L
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Length
4,460 mm
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Length
4,751 mm
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Width
1,720 mm
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Width
1,820 - 1,900 mm
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Height
1,875 mm
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Height
1,438 mm
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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
480 - 570 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Electric
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Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid, Diesel MHEV
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission Detail
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Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
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Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
136 HP
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Power HP
183 - 680 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.4 - 8.6 s
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Max Speed
100 km/h
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Max Speed
235 - 250 km/h
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Torque
180 Nm
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Torque
250 - 1,020 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
135 - 500 kW
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Engine capacity
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Engine capacity
1,496 - 1,999 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2,023
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Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
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CO2 Efficiency Class
A
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CO2 Efficiency Class
E, B, D, G
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Brand
BYD
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Brand
Mercedes-Benz
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