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BYD Han vs VW ID.3 comparison

Compare performance (517 HP vs 326 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 VW ID.3?

BYD Han vs VW ID.3: Key differences

BYD Han

  • visibly more power
  • considerably quicker 0–100 km/h
  • very slightly more trunk space

VW ID.3

4.9 (3 Reviews)
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  • significantly cheaper
  • clearly more efficient
  • somewhat more electric range
  • clearly lighter

All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.

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

Han

Costs and Efficiency:

Price and efficiency are key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.

VW ID.3 is significantly cheaper – starting at 28,600 £ , while the BYD Han costs 59,200 £ . That’s a price difference of around 30,592 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the VW ID.3 is clearly more efficient: consuming 14.5 kWh/100km compared to 18.5 kWh/100km for the BYD Han. That’s a difference of about 4 kWh/100km.

As for electric range, the VW ID.3 offers somewhat more range – reaching up to 605 km, about 84 km more than the BYD Han.

ID.3

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 BYD Han offers visibly more power – delivering 517 HP compared to 326 HP. That’s roughly 191 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 VW ID.3 takes 5.7 s. That’s about 1.8 s quicker.

Looking at top speed, the VW ID.3 is marginally faster – reaching 200 km/h, while the BYD Han tops out at 180 km/h. The difference is around 20 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: the BYD Han delivers visibly more torque with 700 Nm compared to 545 Nm. That’s about 155 Nm more.

Han

Space and Everyday Use:

Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In terms of curb weight, VW ID.3 is clearly lighter – 1,787 kg compared to 2,325 kg. The difference is around 538 kg.

Looking at boot space, the BYD Han offers very slightly more boot space – 410 L compared to 385 L. That’s a difference of about 25 L.

When it comes to payload, the VW ID.3 carries markedly more – 473 kg compared to 335 kg. That’s a difference of about 138 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The VW ID.3 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 £28,600
ID.3

VW ID.3

  • Engine Type : Electric
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : Rear-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 170 - 326 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 14.5 - 15.8 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range : 383 - 605 km
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VW ID.3

The VW ID.3 is a crisply styled electric hatch that masks serious practicality behind a friendly, modern face, making city runs and longer trips pleasantly fuss free. For buyers seeking a sensible, well-equipped EV that doesn't take itself too seriously, the ID.3 strikes a neat balance of comfort, tech and everyday usability with a cheeky smile.

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Mr C Blagdon
14 Jan 2026, 12:07:54

Great all rounder, surprisingly spacious cabin. Rapid and refined. Not quiet enough space in the boot for a bike, could use more ground clearance.

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BYD Han
VW ID.3

Costs and Consumption
Price
59,200 - 62,200 £
Price
28,600 - 49,300 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
18.5 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
14.5 - 15.8 kWh/100km
Electric Range
521 km
Electric Range
383 - 605 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
52 - 79 kWh
co2
0 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Sedan
Body Type
Hatchback
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
4
Doors
5
Curb weight
2,325 kg
Curb weight
1,787 - 1,993 kg
Trunk capacity
410 L
Trunk capacity
385 L
Length
4,995 mm
Length
4,264 mm
Width
1,910 mm
Width
1,809 mm
Height
1,495 mm
Height
1,564 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
1,267 L
Payload
335 kg
Payload
437 - 473 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Electric
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
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Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive
Power HP
517 HP
Power HP
170 - 326 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.9 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.7 - 8.2 s
Max Speed
180 km/h
Max Speed
160 - 200 km/h
Torque
700 Nm
Torque
310 - 545 Nm
Number of Cylinders
-
Number of Cylinders
-
Power kW
380 kW
Power kW
125 - 240 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
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General
Model Year
2,023
Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
BYD
Brand
VW
Is the BYD Han offered with different drivetrains?

The BYD Han is offered with All-Wheel Drive.

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