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BYD Han vs Vauxhall Astra comparison

Compare performance (517 HP vs 196 HP), boot space and price (59,200 £ vs 28,300 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – BYD Han or Vauxhall Astra?

BYD Han vs Vauxhall Astra: Key differences

BYD Han

  • substantially more power
  • moderately more electric range
  • considerably quicker 0–100 km/h
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Vauxhall Astra

4.6 (2 Reviews)
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  • clearly cheaper
  • visibly more efficient
  • substantially lighter
  • barely more trunk space
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By Achim Sedelmaier

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

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Costs and Efficiency:

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

Vauxhall Astra is clearly cheaper – starting at 28,300 £ , while the BYD Han costs 59,200 £ . That’s a price difference of around 30,883 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the Vauxhall Astra is visibly more efficient: consuming 15.3 kWh/100km compared to 18.5 kWh/100km for the BYD Han. That’s a difference of about 3.2 kWh/100km.

As for electric range, the BYD Han offers moderately more range – reaching up to 521 km, about 67 km more than the Vauxhall Astra.

Astra

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 BYD Han offers substantially more power – delivering 517 HP compared to 196 HP. That’s roughly 321 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the BYD Han is considerably quicker – completing the sprint in 3.9 s, while the Vauxhall Astra takes 7.6 s. That’s about 3.7 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the BYD Han delivers substantially more torque with 700 Nm compared to 360 Nm. That’s about 340 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, Vauxhall Astra is substantially lighter – 1,438 kg compared to 2,325 kg. The difference is around 887 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Vauxhall Astra offers barely more boot space – 422 L compared to 410 L. That’s a difference of about 12 L.

When it comes to payload, the Vauxhall Astra carries noticeably more – 502 kg compared to 335 kg. That’s a difference of about 167 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The BYD Han is clearly 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.

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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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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Vauxhall Astra

The Opel Astra strikes a neat balance between everyday practicality and engaging handling, so the daily grind suddenly feels a bit less dull. Inside it's intelligently packaged with modern kit and comfortable seating, making it a very sensible pick for buyers who want a dependable hatchback that doesn't take itself too seriously.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
59,200 - 62,200 £
Price
28,300 - 37,900 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
2.2 - 4.9 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
18.5 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
15.3 kWh/100km
Electric Range
521 km
Electric Range
84 - 454 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
-
co2
0 g/km
co2
0 - 130 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Sedan
Body Type
Hatchback
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
4
Doors
-
Curb weight
2,325 kg
Curb weight
1,438 - 1,733 kg
Trunk capacity
410 L
Trunk capacity
310 - 422 L
Length
4,995 mm
Length
-
Width
1,910 mm
Width
1,859 mm
Height
1,495 mm
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
335 kg
Payload
438 - 502 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Electric
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid, Diesel, Electric
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
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Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic, Automatic Gearbox, Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
517 HP
Power HP
130 - 196 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.9 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.6 - 10.6 s
Max Speed
180 km/h
Max Speed
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Torque
700 Nm
Torque
230 - 360 Nm
Number of Cylinders
-
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Power kW
380 kW
Power kW
96 - 144 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
1,199 - 1,598 cm3

General
Model Year
2023
Model Year
2026
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
C, B, D, A
Brand
BYD
Brand
Vauxhall
Is the BYD Han offered with different drivetrains?

The BYD Han is offered with All-Wheel Drive.

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