Compare performance (517 HP vs 585 HP), boot space and price (59200 £ vs 50500 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – BYD Han or Mercedes E Class?
Price and efficiency are key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.
Mercedes E Class has a slightly advantage in terms of price – it starts at 50500 £ , while the BYD Han costs 59200 £ . That’s a price difference of around 8670 £.
As for electric range, the BYD Han performs decisively better – achieving up to 521 km, about 405 km more than the Mercedes E Class.
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 has a slightly edge – offering 585 HP compared to 517 HP. That’s roughly 68 HP more horsepower.
In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the BYD Han is hardly perceptible quicker – completing the sprint in 3.90 s, while the Mercedes E Class takes 4 s. That’s about 0.10 s faster.
In terms of top speed, the Mercedes E Class performs distinct better – reaching 250 km/h, while the BYD Han tops out at 180 km/h. The difference is around 70 km/h.
There’s also a difference in torque: Mercedes E Class pulls hardly perceptible stronger with 750 Nm compared to 700 Nm. That’s about 50 Nm difference.
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 curb weight, Mercedes E Class is evident lighter – 1810 kg compared to 2325 kg. The difference is around 515 kg.
In terms of boot space, the Mercedes E Class offers distinct more room – 540 L compared to 410 L. That’s a difference of about 130 L.
When it comes to payload, Mercedes E Class clearly takes the win – 640 kg compared to 335 kg. That’s a difference of about 305 kg.
The BYD Han sits just ahead 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 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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Price
59200 - 62200 £
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Price
50500 - 119700 £
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Consumption L/100km
-
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Consumption L/100km
1.5 - 7.5 L
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Consumption kWh/100km
18.50 kWh
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Electric Range
521 km
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Electric Range
101 - 116 km
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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
39 - 172 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
-
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Fuel tank capacity
66 L
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
Sedan
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Body Type
Sedan
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Seats
5
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Seats
5
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Doors
4
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Doors
4
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Curb weight
2325 kg
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Curb weight
1810 - 2390 kg
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Trunk capacity
410 L
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Trunk capacity
370 - 540 L
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Length
4995 mm
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Length
4949 mm
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Width
1910 mm
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Width
1880 mm
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Height
1495 mm
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Height
1468 - 1469 mm
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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
530 - 640 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Electric
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Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid, Diesel MHEV
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission Detail
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Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
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Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
517 HP
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Power HP
186 - 585 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.90 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
4 - 8.5 s
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Max Speed
180 km/h
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Max Speed
222 - 250 km/h
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Torque
700 Nm
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Torque
320 - 750 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
-
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Number of Cylinders
4 - 6
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Power kW
380 kW
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Power kW
137 - 430 kW
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Engine capacity
-
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Engine capacity
1993 - 2999 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2023
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Model Year
2024 - 2025
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CO2 Efficiency Class
A
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CO2 Efficiency Class
E, F, B, D
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Brand
BYD
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Brand
Mercedes-Benz
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Available configurations include All-Wheel Drive.