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BYD ETP3 vs Renault Rafale - Differences and prices compared

Compare performance (136 HP vs 300 HP), boot space and price (31600 £ vs 37500 £) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – BYD ETP3 or Renault Rafale?

BYD ETP3

Renault Rafale

5 (3 Reviews)
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Here’s where it gets real: The technical differences in detail

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Costs and Efficiency:

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 has a a bit advantage in terms of price – it starts at 31600 £, while the Renault Rafale costs 37500 £. That’s a price difference of around 5922 £.

As for range, the BYD ETP3 performs decisively better – achieving up to 233 km, about 136 km more than the Renault Rafale.

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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 Renault Rafale has a clearly edge – offering 300 HP compared to 136 HP. That’s roughly 164 HP more horsepower.

In terms of top speed, the Renault Rafale performs decisively better – reaching 180 km/h, while the BYD ETP3 tops out at 100 km/h. The difference is around 80 km/h.

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: Renault Rafale offers clearly more seating capacity – 5 vs 2.

In curb weight, BYD ETP3 is slight lighter – 1640 kg compared to 1734 kg. The difference is around 94 kg.

In maximum load capacity, the BYD ETP3 performs clearly better – up to 3500 L, which is about 1590 L more than the Renault Rafale.

When it comes to payload, BYD ETP3 significantly takes the win – 780 kg compared to 444 kg. That’s a difference of about 336 kg.

Who comes out on top?

Overall, the BYD ETP3 shows itself to be wins solidly and secures the title of DriveDuel Champion.
It convinces with the more balanced overall package and proves to be the more versatile choice for everyday use.

about £31,620
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BYD ETP3

  • Engine Type : Electric
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : Rear-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 136 HP
  • Electric Range : 233 km
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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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Renault Rafale

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The Renault Rafale dresses bold coupé-inspired lines around a practical crossover body, turning heads without trying too hard. Inside it serves up a comfortable, well-equipped cabin and engaging driving manners, making it a clever choice for buyers who want a bit of panache with their daily commute.

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Martin
4 Dec 2025, 08:40:43

As a Rafale owner, I'm happy with my choice. The car is spacious, feels luxurious, quiet, robust and very efficient at the same time. I also feel more “up to date” compared to the RAV4.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
31600 £
Price
37500 - 49500 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
0.6 - 5 L
Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
233 km
Electric Range
97 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
-
co2
0 g/km
co2
14 - 109 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
55 L

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Cargo Van
Body Type
SUV
Seats
2
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
1640 kg
Curb weight
1734 - 2025 kg
Trunk capacity
-
Trunk capacity
539 - 627 L
Length
4460 mm
Length
4710 mm
Width
1720 mm
Width
1886 mm
Height
1875 mm
Height
1613 mm
Max trunk capacity
3500 L
Max trunk capacity
1826 - 1910 L
Payload
780 kg
Payload
415 - 444 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Electric
Engine Type
Plugin Hybrid, Full Hybrid
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
-
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive, Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
136 HP
Power HP
200 - 300 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
6.4 - 8.9 s
Max Speed
100 km/h
Max Speed
180 km/h
Torque
180 Nm
Torque
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Number of Cylinders
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Number of Cylinders
3
Power kW
100 kW
Power kW
147 - 221 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
1199 cm3

General
Model Year
2023
Model Year
2024 - 2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
B, C
Brand
BYD
Brand
Renault

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What drive types are available for the BYD ETP3?

The BYD ETP3 is offered with Rear-Wheel Drive.

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