Compare performance (517 HP vs 544 HP), boot space and price (59200 £ vs 93900 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – BYD Han or Mercedes EQS?
Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.
BYD Han has a convincingly advantage in terms of price – it starts at 59200 £ , while the Mercedes EQS costs 93900 £ . That’s a price difference of around 34740 £.
In terms of energy consumption, the advantage goes to the Mercedes EQS: with 16.50 kWh per 100 km, it’s slightly more efficient than the BYD Han with 18.50 kWh. That’s a difference of about 2 kWh.
As for electric range, the Mercedes EQS performs noticeable better – achieving up to 816 km, about 295 km more than the BYD Han.
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 Mercedes EQS has a minimal edge – offering 544 HP compared to 517 HP. That’s roughly 27 HP more horsepower.
In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the BYD Han is a bit quicker – completing the sprint in 3.90 s, while the Mercedes EQS takes 4.40 s. That’s about 0.50 s faster.
In terms of top speed, the Mercedes EQS performs somewhat better – reaching 210 km/h, while the BYD Han tops out at 180 km/h. The difference is around 30 km/h.
There’s also a difference in torque: Mercedes EQS pulls slightly stronger with 858 Nm compared to 700 Nm. That’s about 158 Nm difference.
Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?
Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.
In curb weight, BYD Han is hardly perceptible lighter – 2325 kg compared to 2545 kg. The difference is around 220 kg.
In terms of boot space, the Mercedes EQS offers noticeable more room – 610 L compared to 410 L. That’s a difference of about 200 L.
When it comes to payload, Mercedes EQS significantly takes the win – 565 kg compared to 335 kg. That’s a difference of about 230 kg.
The Mercedes EQS is decisively 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.
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 EQS is a silent, spaceship-like flagship that turns electric luxury into zen on wheels, wrapped in a swooping design that insists on being admired. Inside it’s all glassy screens and soft-touch surfaces that make long trips feel like first class, and the driving experience is composed and effortless — like a courteous butler with an electric heart.
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Price
59200 - 62200 £
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Price
93900 - 123500 £
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Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
-
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Consumption kWh/100km
18.50 kWh
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Consumption kWh/100km
16.5 - 17.2 kWh
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Electric Range
521 km
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Electric Range
790 - 816 km
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Battery Capacity
-
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Battery Capacity
118 kWh
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co2
0 g/km
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co2
0 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
Hatchback
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Seats
5
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Seats
5
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Doors
4
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Doors
5
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Curb weight
2325 kg
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Curb weight
2545 - 2655 kg
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Trunk capacity
410 L
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Trunk capacity
610 L
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Length
4995 mm
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Length
5223 mm
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Width
1910 mm
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Width
1926 mm
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Height
1495 mm
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Height
1512 mm
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Max trunk capacity
1770 L
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Payload
335 kg
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Payload
550 - 565 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Electric
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Engine Type
Electric
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission Detail
-
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Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
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Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
517 HP
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Power HP
360 - 544 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.90 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.4 - 6.2 s
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Max Speed
180 km/h
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Max Speed
210 km/h
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Torque
700 Nm
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Torque
568 - 858 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
-
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Number of Cylinders
-
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Power kW
380 kW
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Power kW
265 - 400 kW
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Engine capacity
-
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Engine capacity
-
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General |
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Model Year
2023
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Model Year
2024
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CO2 Efficiency Class
A
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CO2 Efficiency Class
A
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Brand
BYD
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Brand
Mercedes-Benz
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Available configurations include All-Wheel Drive.