Compare performance (517 HP vs 238 HP), boot space and price (59,200 £ vs 33,100 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – BYD Han or Mercedes B Class?
All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.
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.
Mercedes B Class is substantially cheaper – starting at 33,100 £ , while the BYD Han costs 59,200 £ . That’s a price difference of around 26,031 £.
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 clearly more power – delivering 517 HP compared to 238 HP. That’s roughly 279 HP more horsepower.
When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the BYD Han is significantly quicker – completing the sprint in 3.9 s, while the Mercedes B Class takes 6.5 s. That’s about 2.6 s quicker.
There’s also a difference in torque: the BYD Han delivers significantly more torque with 700 Nm compared to 400 Nm. That’s about 300 Nm more.
Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?
Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.
In terms of curb weight, Mercedes B Class is substantially lighter – 1,405 kg compared to 2,325 kg. The difference is around 920 kg.
Looking at boot space, the Mercedes B Class offers marginally more boot space – 455 L compared to 410 L. That’s a difference of about 45 L.
When it comes to payload, the Mercedes B Class carries clearly more – 550 kg compared to 335 kg. That’s a difference of about 215 kg.
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.
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.
detailsThe Mercedes B-Class is a smart, grown-up compact people carrier that dresses everyday practicality in a near‑premium polish, perfect for buyers who want comfort and a classy badge without the theatrics. It won’t set your pulse racing on a back road, but it will make school runs, commutes and grocery hauls feel pleasantly civilized — a reliable, slightly posh companion for real life.
detailsCosts and Consumption |
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Price
59,200 - 62,200 £
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Price
33,100 - 52,500 £
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Consumption L/100km
-
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Consumption L/100km
5.1 - 6.9 L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
18.5 kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Electric Range
521 km
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Electric Range
-
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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
133 - 156 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
Sedan
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Body Type
MPV
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Seats
5
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Seats
5
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Doors
4
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Doors
-
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Curb weight
2,325 kg
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Curb weight
1,405 - 1,565 kg
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Trunk capacity
410 L
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Trunk capacity
445 - 455 L
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Length
4,995 mm
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Length
-
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Width
1,910 mm
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Width
1,796 mm
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Height
1,495 mm
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Height
-
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Payload
335 kg
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Payload
515 - 550 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Electric
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Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Diesel
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission Detail
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Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
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Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
517 HP
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Power HP
116 - 238 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.9 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
6.5 - 10 s
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Max Speed
180 km/h
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Max Speed
-
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Torque
700 Nm
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Torque
200 - 400 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
-
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Number of Cylinders
4
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Power kW
380 kW
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Power kW
85 - 175 kW
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Engine capacity
-
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Engine capacity
1,332 - 1,991 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2023
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Model Year
2025
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CO2 Efficiency Class
A
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CO2 Efficiency Class
D, E, F
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Brand
BYD
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Brand
Mercedes-Benz
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