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BYD ETP3 vs Mercedes T Class comparison

Compare performance (136 HP vs 131 HP), boot space and price (31,600 £ vs 23,000 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – BYD ETP3 or Mercedes T Class?

BYD ETP3 vs Mercedes T Class: Key differences

BYD ETP3

  • marginally more power
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Mercedes T Class

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  • visibly cheaper
  • marginally lighter
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All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.

By Achim Sedelmaier

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

ETP3

Costs and Efficiency:

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.

Mercedes T Class is visibly cheaper – starting at 23,000 £ , while the BYD ETP3 costs 31,600 £ . That’s a price difference of around 8,653 £.

T Class

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 BYD ETP3 offers marginally more power – delivering 136 HP compared to 131 HP. That’s roughly 5 HP more horsepower.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Mercedes T Class delivers markedly more torque with 270 Nm compared to 180 Nm. That’s about 90 Nm more.

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: Mercedes T Class offers more seats – 5 vs 2.

In terms of curb weight, Mercedes T Class is marginally lighter – 1,556 kg compared to 1,640 kg. The difference is around 84 kg.

When it comes to payload, the BYD ETP3 carries a bit more – 780 kg compared to 630 kg. That’s a difference of about 150 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Mercedes T Class is barely 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.

from £23,000
T Class

Mercedes T Class

  • Engine Type Petrol, Diesel
  • Transmission Manuel, Automatic
  • Drive Type Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 95 - 131 HP
  • Consumption L/100km 5.1 - 7.4 L/100km
BYD ETP3
Mercedes T Class

Costs and Consumption

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Dimensions and Body

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BYD ETP3

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.

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Mercedes T Class

The Mercedes T-Class dresses everyday practicality in a premium suit, blending the sensible utility of a small van with the refinement you expect from the three-pointed star. Its flexible interior and clever details make it a brilliantly pragmatic choice for families and active owners who want comfort and usefulness without the fuss.

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BYD ETP3
Mercedes T Class

Costs and Consumption

Price
31,600 £
Price
23,000 - 30,500 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
5.1 - 7.4 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
233 km
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
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co2
0 g/km
co2
135 - 167 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Cargo Van
Body Type
High Roof Estate
Seats
2
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
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Curb weight
1,640 kg
Curb weight
1,556 - 1,678 kg
Trunk capacity
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Trunk capacity
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Length
4,460 mm
Length
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Width
1,720 mm
Width
1,859 mm
Height
1,875 mm
Height
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Max trunk capacity
3,500 L
Max trunk capacity
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Payload
780 kg
Payload
521 - 630 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Electric
Engine Type
Petrol, Diesel
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail
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Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
136 HP
Power HP
95 - 131 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
11.6 - 15.1 s
Max Speed
100 km/h
Max Speed
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Torque
180 Nm
Torque
200 - 270 Nm
Number of Cylinders
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Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
100 kW
Power kW
70 - 96 kW
Engine capacity
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Engine capacity
1,332 - 1,461 cm3

General

Model Year
2023
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
F, D, E
Brand
BYD
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
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