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BYD Tang vs DS Automobiles DS 7 comparison

Compare performance (517 HP vs 130 HP), boot space and price (64,300 £ vs 41,900 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – BYD Tang or DS Automobiles DS 7?

BYD Tang vs DS Automobiles DS 7: Key differences

BYD Tang

  • considerably more power
  • clearly quicker 0–100 km/h
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DS Automobiles DS 7

4.7 (2 Reviews)
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  • significantly cheaper
  • significantly lighter
  • clearly 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:

When it comes to price and running costs, the biggest differences usually appear. This is often where you see which car fits your budget better in the long run.

DS Automobiles DS 7 is significantly cheaper – starting at 41,900 £ , while the BYD Tang costs 64,300 £ . That’s a price difference of around 22,363 £.

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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 Tang offers considerably more power – delivering 517 HP compared to 130 HP. That’s roughly 387 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the BYD Tang is clearly quicker – completing the sprint in 4.9 s, while the DS Automobiles DS 7 takes 11.9 s. That’s about 7 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the BYD Tang delivers clearly more torque with 680 Nm compared to 300 Nm. That’s about 380 Nm more.

Tang

Space and Everyday Use:

Cabin size, boot volume and payload all play a role in everyday practicality. Here, comfort and flexibility make the difference.

Seats: BYD Tang offers more seats – 7 vs 5.

In terms of curb weight, DS Automobiles DS 7 is significantly lighter – 1,651 kg compared to 2,630 kg. The difference is around 979 kg.

Looking at boot space, the DS Automobiles DS 7 offers clearly more boot space – 555 L compared to 235 L. That’s a difference of about 320 L.

When it comes to payload, the BYD Tang carries visibly more – 575 kg compared to 399 kg. That’s a difference of about 176 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The BYD Tang holds a decisive 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.

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BYD Tang

  • Engine Type : Electric
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 517 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 24 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range : 530 km
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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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The DS 7 wraps Parisian elegance into SUV practicality, with sculpted surfaces, a jewel-like grille and an interior that feels more boutique lounge than family transporter. It appeals to buyers who want style and comfort without shouting, delivering a refined ride and clever tech that make daily driving feel a little more special — and yes, it’ll turn heads in the school run.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
64,300 £
Price
41,900 - 46,100 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
5.5 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
-
Battery Capacity
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co2
0 g/km
co2
145 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
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Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body
Body Type
SUV
Body Type
SUV
Seats
7
Seats
5
Doors
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Doors
-
Curb weight
2,630 kg
Curb weight
1,651 kg
Trunk capacity
235 L
Trunk capacity
555 L
Length
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Length
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Width
1,955 mm
Width
1,891 mm
Height
-
Height
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Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
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Payload
575 kg
Payload
399 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Electric
Engine Type
Diesel
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
517 HP
Power HP
130 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.9 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
11.9 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
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Torque
680 Nm
Torque
300 Nm
Number of Cylinders
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Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
380 kW
Power kW
96 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
1,499 cm3

General
Model Year
2024
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
E
Brand
BYD
Brand
DS Automobiles
Is the BYD Tang offered with different drivetrains?

Available configurations include All-Wheel Drive.

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