Compare performance (136 HP vs 605 HP), boot space and price (31,600 £ vs 106,600 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – BYD ETP3 or Mercedes G-Class?
When it comes to price and running costs, the biggest differences usually appear. This is often where you see which car fits your budget better in the long run.
BYD ETP3 is significantly cheaper – starting at 31,600 £ , while the Mercedes G-Class costs 106,600 £ . That’s a price difference of around 74,970 £.
As for electric range, the Mercedes G-Class offers considerably more range – reaching up to 479 km, about 246 km more than the BYD ETP3.
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 G-Class offers significantly more power – delivering 605 HP compared to 136 HP. That’s roughly 469 HP more horsepower.
There’s also a difference in torque: the Mercedes G-Class delivers clearly more torque with 1,164 Nm compared to 180 Nm. That’s about 984 Nm more.
Cabin size, boot volume and payload all play a role in everyday practicality. Here, comfort and flexibility make the difference.
Seats: Mercedes G-Class offers more seats – 5 vs 2.
In terms of curb weight, BYD ETP3 is clearly lighter – 1,640 kg compared to 2,485 kg. The difference is around 845 kg.
When it comes to payload, the BYD ETP3 carries very slightly more – 780 kg compared to 715 kg. That’s a difference of about 65 kg.
The Mercedes G-Class comes out clearly 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.
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 G-Class, often called the G‑Wagen, is a blocky icon that blends unapologetic off-road prowess with a plush, modern cabin, announcing your arrival before you even step out. It’s equally at home crawling over rocks or cruising city streets, and owning one feels like adopting a very expensive, very capable personality.
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Price
31,600 £
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Price
106,600 - 171,000 £
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Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
8.7 - 14.7 L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
28 kWh/100km
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Electric Range
233 km
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Electric Range
479 km
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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
0 - 336 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
Off-Roader
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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
2,485 - 3,085 kg
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Trunk capacity
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Trunk capacity
640 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
1,931 - 1,984 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
115 - 715 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Electric
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Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Diesel MHEV, Electric
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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, Reduction Gearbox
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Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
136 HP
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Power HP
387 - 605 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.4 - 5.8 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
760 - 1,164 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
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Number of Cylinders
6 - 8
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Power kW
100 kW
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Power kW
285 - 445 kW
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Engine capacity
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Engine capacity
2,989 - 3,982 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2023
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Model Year
2,025 - 2,026
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CO2 Efficiency Class
A
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CO2 Efficiency Class
G, A
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Brand
BYD
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Brand
Mercedes-Benz
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