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BYD Han vs Mercedes E Class comparison

Compare performance (517 HP vs 585 HP), boot space and price (59,200 £ vs 50,500 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – BYD Han or Mercedes E Class?

BYD Han vs Mercedes E Class: Key differences

BYD Han

  • considerably more electric range
  • only slightly quicker 0–100 km/h
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Mercedes E Class

4.7 (2 Reviews)
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  • somewhat cheaper
  • slightly more power
  • noticeably lighter
  • markedly more trunk space
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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

Han

Costs and Efficiency:

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

Mercedes E Class is somewhat cheaper – starting at 50,500 £ , while the BYD Han costs 59,200 £ . That’s a price difference of around 8,670 £.

As for electric range, the BYD Han offers considerably more range – reaching up to 521 km, about 405 km more than the Mercedes E Class.

E 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 Mercedes E Class offers slightly more power – delivering 585 HP compared to 517 HP. That’s roughly 68 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the BYD Han is only slightly quicker – completing the sprint in 3.9 s, while the Mercedes E Class takes 4 s. That’s about 0.1 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Mercedes E Class delivers very slightly more torque with 750 Nm compared to 700 Nm. That’s about 50 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, Mercedes E Class is noticeably lighter – 1,810 kg compared to 2,325 kg. The difference is around 515 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Mercedes E Class offers markedly more boot space – 540 L compared to 410 L. That’s a difference of about 130 L.

When it comes to payload, the Mercedes E Class carries clearly more – 640 kg compared to 335 kg. That’s a difference of about 305 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The BYD Han is slightly 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 £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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BYD Han

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Mercedes E Class

The Mercedes E‑Class is the executive saloon that balances calm refinement with a hint of sporting intent, wrapping luxury in tasteful understatement. It pampers occupants with a composed ride and intuitive tech while quietly reminding you that it’s still very much a Mercedes — authoritative, polished, and unwilling to shout for attention.

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Carlos
11 Apr 2026, 20:47:10

Comfortable car, beautiful lines, powerful and economical to run.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
59,200 - 62,200 £
Price
50,500 - 119,700 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
1.5 - 7.5 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
18.5 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
521 km
Electric Range
101 - 116 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
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co2
0 g/km
co2
39 - 172 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Sedan
Body Type
Sedan
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
4
Doors
-
Curb weight
2,325 kg
Curb weight
1,810 - 2,390 kg
Trunk capacity
410 L
Trunk capacity
370 - 540 L
Length
4,995 mm
Length
-
Width
1,910 mm
Width
1,880 mm
Height
1,495 mm
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
335 kg
Payload
530 - 640 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Electric
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid, Diesel MHEV
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
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Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
517 HP
Power HP
186 - 585 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.9 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4 - 8.5 s
Max Speed
180 km/h
Max Speed
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Torque
700 Nm
Torque
320 - 750 Nm
Number of Cylinders
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Number of Cylinders
4 - 6
Power kW
380 kW
Power kW
137 - 430 kW
Engine capacity
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Engine capacity
1,993 - 2,999 cm3

General
Model Year
2023
Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
E, F, B, D
Brand
BYD
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
Is the BYD Han offered with different drivetrains?

The BYD Han is offered with All-Wheel Drive.

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