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BYD Han vs Toyota Corolla comparison

Compare performance (517 HP vs 178 HP), boot space and price (59,200 £ vs 28,600 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – BYD Han or Toyota Corolla?

BYD Han vs Toyota Corolla: Key differences

BYD Han

  • substantially more power
  • substantially quicker 0–100 km/h
  • somewhat more trunk space
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Toyota Corolla

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  • clearly cheaper
  • clearly lighter
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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:

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.

Toyota Corolla is clearly cheaper – starting at 28,600 £ , while the BYD Han costs 59,200 £ . That’s a price difference of around 30,583 £.

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Engine and Performance:

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 BYD Han offers substantially more power – delivering 517 HP compared to 178 HP. That’s roughly 339 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 Toyota Corolla takes 7.5 s. That’s about 3.6 s quicker.

There’s no difference in top speed – both reach 180 km/h.

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 terms of curb weight, Toyota Corolla is clearly lighter – 1,420 kg compared to 2,325 kg. The difference is around 905 kg.

Looking at boot space, the BYD Han offers somewhat more boot space – 410 L compared to 361 L. That’s a difference of about 49 L.

When it comes to payload, the Toyota Corolla carries clearly more – 450 kg compared to 335 kg. That’s a difference of about 115 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The BYD Han 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.

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
Toyota Corolla

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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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Toyota Corolla

The Corolla is a reliable, no-nonsense compact car known for its practicality and composed ride. It’s economical to run, easy to maintain, and suits daily commuting while holding its value well.

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BYD Han
Toyota Corolla

Costs and Consumption

Price
59,200 - 62,200 £
Price
28,600 - 34,900 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
4.4 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
18.5 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
521 km
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
0 g/km
co2
100 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
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Fuel tank capacity
43 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Sedan
Body Type
Hatchback
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
4
Doors
5
Curb weight
2,325 kg
Curb weight
1,420 - 1,460 kg
Trunk capacity
410 L
Trunk capacity
313 - 361 L
Length
4,995 mm
Length
4,370 mm
Width
1,910 mm
Width
1,790 mm
Height
1,495 mm
Height
1,435 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
1,004 - 1,052 L
Payload
335 kg
Payload
400 - 450 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Electric
Engine Type
Full Hybrid
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
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Transmission Detail
CVT
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
517 HP
Power HP
140 - 178 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.9 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.5 - 9.2 s
Max Speed
180 km/h
Max Speed
180 km/h
Torque
700 Nm
Torque
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Number of Cylinders
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Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
380 kW
Power kW
103 - 131 kW
Engine capacity
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Engine capacity
1,798 - 1,987 cm3

General

Model Year
2023
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
C
Brand
BYD
Brand
Toyota
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