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BYD Han vs Mercedes S Class comparison

Compare performance (517 HP vs 585 HP), boot space and price (59200 £ vs 104000 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – BYD Han or Mercedes S Class?

BYD Han vs Mercedes S Class: Key differences

BYD Han

  • significantly cheaper
  • convincingly more electric range
  • minimal quicker from 0–100 km/h

Mercedes S Class

  • a bit more power
  • slight lighter

Here’s where it gets real: The technical differences in detail

Han

Costs and Efficiency:

Price and efficiency are often the first things buyers look at. Here it becomes clear which model has the long-term edge – whether at the pump, the plug, or in purchase price.

BYD Han has a significantly advantage in terms of price – it starts at 59200 £ , while the Mercedes S Class costs 104000 £ . That’s a price difference of around 44859 £.

As for electric range, the BYD Han performs convincingly better – achieving up to 521 km, about 403 km more than the Mercedes S Class.

S Class

Engine and Performance:

Under the bonnet, it becomes clear which model is tuned for sportiness and which one takes the lead when you hit the accelerator.

When it comes to engine power, the Mercedes S Class has a a bit 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 minimal quicker – completing the sprint in 3.90 s, while the Mercedes S Class takes 4 s. That’s about 0.10 s faster.

There’s also a difference in torque: Mercedes S Class pulls hardly perceptible stronger with 750 Nm compared to 700 Nm. That’s about 50 Nm difference.

Han

Space and Everyday Use:

Cabin size, boot volume and payload all play a role in everyday practicality. Here, comfort and flexibility make the difference.

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In curb weight, Mercedes S Class is slight lighter – 2165 kg compared to 2325 kg. The difference is around 160 kg.

When it comes to payload, Mercedes S Class convincingly takes the win – 660 kg compared to 335 kg. That’s a difference of about 325 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The BYD Han sits 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.

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Han

BYD Han

  • Engine Type : Electric
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 517 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 18.50 kWh
  • Electric Range : 521 km
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BYD Han

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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Mercedes S Class

The Mercedes S-Class wraps peerless comfort, whisper-quiet luxury and subtle tech wizardry into a chauffeur-ready package that still knows how to engage the driver. It’s the car for buyers who want to arrive relaxed, be taken seriously and occasionally enjoy a grin when the road reminds them this limousine can dance.

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Reviews Mercedes S Class

BYD Han
Mercedes S Class

Costs and Consumption
Price
59200 - 62200 £
Price
104000 - 139100 £
Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption L/100km
2.2 - 10.6 L
Consumption kWh/100km
18.50 kWh
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
521 km
Electric Range
102 - 118 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
0 g/km
co2
50 - 241 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
2325 kg
Curb weight
2165 - 2515 kg
Trunk capacity
410 L
Trunk capacity
-
Length
4995 mm
Length
-
Width
1910 mm
Width
1921 mm
Height
1495 mm
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
335 kg
Payload
555 - 660 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Electric
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid, Diesel MHEV
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
-
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
Power HP
517 HP
Power HP
336 - 585 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.90 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4 - 5.7 s
Max Speed
180 km/h
Max Speed
-
Torque
700 Nm
Torque
560 - 750 Nm
Number of Cylinders
-
Number of Cylinders
6 - 8
Power kW
380 kW
Power kW
247 - 430 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
2989 - 3982 cm3

General
Model Year
2023
Model Year
2026
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
G, B, F
Brand
BYD
Brand
Mercedes-Benz

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What drivetrain options does the BYD Han have?

Available configurations include All-Wheel Drive.

The prices shown are estimates based on German list prices, adjusted for local VAT. Local registration taxes (e.g. NoVA, BPM or CO2 malus) are not included. This information is not legally binding.