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BYD Han vs Ford Transit Connect comparison

Compare performance (517 HP vs 122 HP), boot space and price (59,200 £ vs 30,800 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – BYD Han or Ford Transit Connect?

BYD Han vs Ford Transit Connect: Key differences

BYD Han

  • considerably more power
  • considerably quicker 0–100 km/h
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Ford Transit Connect

  • significantly cheaper
  • significantly lighter
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By Achim Sedelmaier

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

Han

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.

Ford Transit Connect is significantly cheaper – starting at 30,800 £ , while the BYD Han costs 59,200 £ . That’s a price difference of around 28,356 £.

Transit Connect

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 Han offers considerably more power – delivering 517 HP compared to 122 HP. That’s roughly 395 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the BYD Han is considerably quicker – completing the sprint in 3.9 s, while the Ford Transit Connect takes 11.4 s. That’s about 7.5 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the BYD Han delivers substantially more torque with 700 Nm compared to 320 Nm. That’s about 380 Nm more.

Han

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: BYD Han offers more seats – 5 vs 2.

In terms of curb weight, Ford Transit Connect is significantly lighter – 1,575 kg compared to 2,325 kg. The difference is around 750 kg.

When it comes to payload, the Ford Transit Connect carries clearly more – 780 kg compared to 335 kg. That’s a difference of about 445 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The BYD Han 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.

from £59,200
Han

BYD Han

  • Engine Type Electric
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 517 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km 18.5 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range 521 km
BYD Han
Ford Transit Connect

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Dimensions and Body

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BYD Han

The BYD Han is a sleek, cinematic fastback saloon that pairs dramatic styling with a surprisingly plush cabin and a genuinely high-tech feel. It undercuts established rivals on price while delivering composed handling, generous equipment and long-legged electric confidence — a car that will make badge-conscious buyers sit up and take notice.

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Ford Transit Connect

The Ford Transit Connect is the go-to compact workhorse for urban professionals who need cargo space without driving a full-size van. It balances practicality and everyday manners with clever storage ideas and a surprisingly comfortable ride, making it a sensible choice for small businesses and families who value function over flair.

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BYD Han
Ford Transit Connect

Costs and Consumption

Price
59,200 - 62,200 £
Price
30,800 - 35,300 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
18.5 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
521 km
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
0 g/km
co2
-
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Sedan
Body Type
Cargo Van
Seats
5
Seats
2
Doors
4
Doors
-
Curb weight
2,325 kg
Curb weight
1,575 - 1,620 kg
Trunk capacity
410 L
Trunk capacity
-
Length
4,995 mm
Length
-
Width
1,910 mm
Width
1,855 mm
Height
1,495 mm
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
335 kg
Payload
775 - 780 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Electric
Engine Type
Diesel
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Manuel
Transmission Detail
-
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
517 HP
Power HP
122 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.9 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
11.4 - 11.8 s
Max Speed
180 km/h
Max Speed
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Torque
700 Nm
Torque
320 Nm
Number of Cylinders
-
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
380 kW
Power kW
90 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
1,968 cm3

General

Model Year
2023
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
-
Brand
BYD
Brand
Ford
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