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BYD Han vs Renault Rafale comparison

Compare performance (517 HP vs 300 HP), boot space and price (59,200 £ vs 37,700 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – BYD Han or Renault Rafale?

BYD Han vs Renault Rafale: Key differences

BYD Han

  • substantially more power
  • clearly more electric range
  • substantially quicker 0–100 km/h
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Renault Rafale

4.8 (11 Reviews)
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  • clearly cheaper
  • visibly lighter
  • clearly 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:

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.

Renault Rafale is clearly cheaper – starting at 37,700 £ , while the BYD Han costs 59,200 £ . That’s a price difference of around 21,446 £.

As for electric range, the BYD Han offers clearly more range – reaching up to 521 km, about 424 km more than the Renault Rafale.

Rafale

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 300 HP. That’s roughly 217 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the BYD Han is substantially quicker – completing the sprint in 3.9 s, while the Renault Rafale takes 6.4 s. That’s about 2.5 s quicker.

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, Renault Rafale is visibly lighter – 1,734 kg compared to 2,325 kg. The difference is around 591 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Renault Rafale offers clearly more boot space – 627 L compared to 410 L. That’s a difference of about 217 L.

When it comes to payload, the Renault Rafale carries clearly more – 444 kg compared to 335 kg. That’s a difference of about 109 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The BYD Han is clearly superior 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
BYD Han
Renault Rafale

Costs and Consumption

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Dimensions and Body

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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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Renault Rafale

The Renault Rafale dresses bold coupé-inspired lines around a practical crossover body, turning heads without trying too hard. Inside it serves up a comfortable, well-equipped cabin and engaging driving manners, making it a clever choice for buyers who want a bit of panache with their daily commute.

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BYD Han
Renault Rafale

Costs and Consumption

Price
59,200 - 62,200 £
Price
37,700 - 49,700 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
2 - 5 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
18.5 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
521 km
Electric Range
97 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
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co2
0 g/km
co2
43 - 108 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Sedan
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
4
Doors
-
Curb weight
2,325 kg
Curb weight
1,734 - 2,025 kg
Trunk capacity
410 L
Trunk capacity
539 - 627 L
Length
4,995 mm
Length
-
Width
1,910 mm
Width
1,886 mm
Height
1,495 mm
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
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Payload
335 kg
Payload
415 - 444 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Electric
Engine Type
Full Hybrid, Plugin Hybrid
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
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Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
517 HP
Power HP
200 - 300 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.9 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
6.4 - 8.9 s
Max Speed
180 km/h
Max Speed
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Torque
700 Nm
Torque
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Number of Cylinders
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Number of Cylinders
3
Power kW
380 kW
Power kW
147 - 221 kW
Engine capacity
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Engine capacity
1,199 cm3

General

Model Year
2023
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
C, B
Brand
BYD
Brand
Renault
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