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BYD Tang vs BMW 2 Series comparison

Compare performance (517 HP vs 530 HP), boot space and price (64,300 £ vs 39,700 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – BYD Tang or BMW 2 Series?

BYD Tang vs BMW 2 Series: Key differences

BYD Tang

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BMW 2 Series

  • substantially cheaper
  • barely more power
  • noticeably quicker 0–100 km/h
  • significantly lighter
  • noticeably 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:

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.

BMW 2 Series is substantially cheaper – starting at 39,700 £ , while the BYD Tang costs 64,300 £ . That’s a price difference of around 24,600 £.

2 Series

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 BMW 2 Series offers barely more power – delivering 530 HP compared to 517 HP. That’s roughly 13 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the BMW 2 Series is noticeably quicker – completing the sprint in 3.8 s, while the BYD Tang takes 4.9 s. That’s about 1.1 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the BYD Tang delivers barely more torque with 680 Nm compared to 650 Nm. That’s about 30 Nm more.

Tang

Space and Everyday Use:

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

Seats: BYD Tang offers more seats – 7 vs 4.

In terms of curb weight, BMW 2 Series is significantly lighter – 1,560 kg compared to 2,630 kg. The difference is around 1,070 kg.

Looking at boot space, the BMW 2 Series offers noticeably more boot space – 390 L compared to 235 L. That’s a difference of about 155 L.

When it comes to payload, the BYD Tang carries clearly more – 575 kg compared to 400 kg. That’s a difference of about 175 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The BMW 2 Series holds a narrow overall lead 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 £39,700
2 Series

BMW 2 Series

  • Engine Type Diesel MHEV, Petrol, Petrol MHEV
  • Transmission Automatic, Manuel
  • Drive Type Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 156 - 530 HP
  • Consumption L/100km 4.9 - 10 L/100km
BYD Tang
BMW 2 Series

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BYD Tang

The BYD Tang is a bold, tech-loaded SUV that blends striking design with roomy practicality, making it equally at home on the school run and the open road. Packed with clever tech and a powertrain that mixes efficiency with eager performance, it’s a smart, value-focused pick for buyers who want electric-age comfort without the premium-brand fuss.

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BMW 2 Series

The BMW 2 Series feels like a pocket rocket in smart clothes, delivering sharp handling and a premium cabin that turns everyday errands into something worth looking forward to. For buyers who crave a compact car with real driving character and a dash of German confidence, it’s a spirited choice that never takes itself too seriously.

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BYD Tang
BMW 2 Series

Costs and Consumption

Price
64,300 £
Price
39,700 - 98,600 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
4.9 - 10 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
24 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
530 km
Electric Range
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Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
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co2
0 g/km
co2
129 - 226 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
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Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
Coupe
Seats
7
Seats
4
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
2,630 kg
Curb weight
1,560 - 1,830 kg
Trunk capacity
235 L
Trunk capacity
390 L
Length
-
Length
-
Width
1,955 mm
Width
1,838 - 1,887 mm
Height
-
Height
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Max trunk capacity
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Max trunk capacity
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Payload
575 kg
Payload
350 - 400 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Electric
Engine Type
Diesel MHEV, Petrol, Petrol MHEV
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox, Manual Gearbox
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
517 HP
Power HP
156 - 530 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.9 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.8 - 8.7 s
Max Speed
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Max Speed
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Torque
680 Nm
Torque
250 - 650 Nm
Number of Cylinders
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Number of Cylinders
4 - 6
Power kW
380 kW
Power kW
115 - 390 kW
Engine capacity
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Engine capacity
1,995 - 2,998 cm3

General

Model Year
2024
Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, E, G
Brand
BYD
Brand
BMW
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