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BYD Han vs Hyundai i20 comparison

Compare performance (517 HP vs 90 HP), boot space and price (59,200 £ vs 18,800 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – BYD Han or Hyundai i20?

BYD Han vs Hyundai i20: Key differences

BYD Han

  • significantly more power
  • considerably quicker 0–100 km/h
  • moderately more trunk space
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Hyundai i20

4 (1 Reviews)
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  • clearly cheaper
  • significantly 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

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Costs and Efficiency:

Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.

Hyundai i20 is clearly cheaper – starting at 18,800 £ , while the BYD Han costs 59,200 £ . That’s a price difference of around 40,346 £.

i20

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 BYD Han offers significantly more power – delivering 517 HP compared to 90 HP. That’s roughly 427 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 Hyundai i20 takes 11.5 s. That’s about 7.6 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the BYD Han delivers clearly more torque with 700 Nm compared to 172 Nm. That’s about 528 Nm more.

Han

Space and Everyday Use:

Beyond pure performance, interior space and usability matter most in daily life. This is where you see which car is more practical and versatile.

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In terms of curb weight, Hyundai i20 is significantly lighter – 1,145 kg compared to 2,325 kg. The difference is around 1,180 kg.

Looking at boot space, the BYD Han offers moderately more boot space – 410 L compared to 352 L. That’s a difference of about 58 L.

When it comes to payload, the Hyundai i20 carries noticeably more – 465 kg compared to 335 kg. That’s a difference of about 130 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The BYD Han stands well ahead of its rival 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
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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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Hyundai i20

The Hyundai i20 is a cheeky small car that mixes smart styling with sensible practicality, feeling more polished and roomy than you might expect for the money. It’s an easy car to live with, offering engaging handling, a comfy cabin and useful equipment that make daily commutes and weekend errands notably less dull.

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Bought an i20 two years ago and It has surprised me how good It is.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
59,200 - 62,200 £
Price
18,800 - 24,400 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
5.7 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
128 - 129 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Sedan
Body Type
Hatchback
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
4
Doors
-
Curb weight
2,325 kg
Curb weight
1,145 - 1,170 kg
Trunk capacity
410 L
Trunk capacity
352 L
Length
4,995 mm
Length
-
Width
1,910 mm
Width
1,775 mm
Height
1,495 mm
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
335 kg
Payload
455 - 465 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Electric
Engine Type
Petrol
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail
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Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
517 HP
Power HP
90 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.9 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
11.5 - 12.8 s
Max Speed
180 km/h
Max Speed
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Torque
700 Nm
Torque
172 Nm
Number of Cylinders
-
Number of Cylinders
3
Power kW
380 kW
Power kW
66 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
998 cm3

General
Model Year
2023
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
D
Brand
BYD
Brand
Hyundai
Is the BYD Han offered with different drivetrains?

The BYD Han is offered with All-Wheel Drive.

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