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BYD Tang vs Genesis GV70 comparison

Compare performance (517 HP vs 490 HP), boot space and price (64,300 £ vs 59,200 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – BYD Tang or Genesis GV70?

BYD Tang vs Genesis GV70: Key differences

BYD Tang

  • barely more power
  • barely more electric range

Genesis GV70

  • only slightly cheaper
  • noticeably more efficient
  • a bit quicker 0–100 km/h
  • moderately lighter
  • substantially more trunk space

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

Tang

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.

Genesis GV70 is only slightly cheaper – starting at 59,200 £ , while the BYD Tang costs 64,300 £ . That’s a price difference of around 5,100 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the Genesis GV70 is noticeably more efficient: consuming 19.4 kWh/100km compared to 24 kWh/100km for the BYD Tang. That’s a difference of about 4.6 kWh/100km.

As for electric range, the BYD Tang offers barely more range – reaching up to 530 km, about 51 km more than the Genesis GV70.

GV70

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 Tang offers barely more power – delivering 517 HP compared to 490 HP. That’s roughly 27 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Genesis GV70 is a bit quicker – completing the sprint in 4.4 s, while the BYD Tang takes 4.9 s. That’s about 0.5 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Genesis GV70 delivers barely more torque with 700 Nm compared to 680 Nm. That’s about 20 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, Genesis GV70 is moderately lighter – 2,335 kg compared to 2,630 kg. The difference is around 295 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Genesis GV70 offers substantially more boot space – 503 L compared to 235 L. That’s a difference of about 268 L.

When it comes to payload, the BYD Tang carries a bit more – 575 kg compared to 515 kg. That’s a difference of about 60 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Genesis GV70 holds a solid 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 £59,200
GV70

Genesis GV70

  • Engine Type : Electric
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 490 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 19.4 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range : 479 km
BYD Tang
Genesis GV70

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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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Genesis GV70

The Genesis GV70 pairs coupe-like styling with a sumptuous, high-quality interior that feels more like a bespoke lounge than a typical compact crossover. It drives with composure and poise, offering a supremely comfortable daily companion that quietly challenges established luxury names while giving buyers plenty of premium kit for the money.

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BYD Tang
Genesis GV70

Costs and Consumption

Price
64,300 £
Price
59,200 - 64,500 £
Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
24 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
19.4 kWh/100km
Electric Range
530 km
Electric Range
479 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
0 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
SUV
Seats
7
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
-
Curb weight
2,630 kg
Curb weight
2,335 kg
Trunk capacity
235 L
Trunk capacity
503 L
Length
4,970 mm
Length
-
Width
1,955 mm
Width
1,910 mm
Height
1,745 mm
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
1,655 L
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
575 kg
Payload
515 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Electric
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
517 HP
Power HP
490 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.9 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.4 s
Max Speed
190 km/h
Max Speed
-
Torque
680 Nm
Torque
700 Nm
Number of Cylinders
-
Number of Cylinders
-
Power kW
380 kW
Power kW
360 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
-

General

Model Year
2,024
Model Year
2,025
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
BYD
Brand
Genesis
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