Compare performance (517 HP vs 406 HP), boot space and price (64300 £ vs 93800 £) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – BYD Tang or Lotus Emira?
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.
BYD Tang has a significantly advantage in terms of price – it starts at 64300 £, while the Lotus Emira costs 93800 £. That’s a price difference of around 29563 £.
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 has a noticeable edge – offering 517 HP compared to 406 HP. That’s roughly 111 HP more horsepower.
In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Lotus Emira is distinct quicker – completing the sprint in 4 s, while the BYD Tang takes 4.90 s. That’s about 0.90 s faster.
In terms of top speed, the Lotus Emira performs clearly perceptible better – reaching 291 km/h, while the BYD Tang tops out at 190 km/h. The difference is around 101 km/h.
There’s also a difference in torque: BYD Tang pulls evident stronger with 680 Nm compared to 480 Nm. That’s about 200 Nm difference.
Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?
Seats: BYD Tang offers clearly more seating capacity – 7 vs 2.
In curb weight, Lotus Emira is clearly lighter – 1455 kg compared to 2630 kg. The difference is around 1175 kg.
In terms of boot space, the BYD Tang offers distinct more room – 235 L compared to 151 L. That’s a difference of about 84 L.
When it comes to payload, BYD Tang significantly takes the win – 575 kg compared to 290 kg. That’s a difference of about 285 kg.
Overall, the BYD Tang shows itself to be dominates this comparison and secures the title of DriveDuel Champion.
It convinces with the more balanced overall package and proves to be the more versatile choice for everyday use.
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.
detailsThe Lotus Emira is a supremely alive sports coupe that blends razor‑sharp handling with enough everyday comfort to make it usable beyond the track. It looks gorgeous, sounds eager and delivers a focused, smile-inducing drive that will seduce enthusiasts and tempt sensible buyers alike.
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Costs and Consumption |
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Price
64300 £
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Price
93800 - 96400 £
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Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
9.2 - 11.3 L
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Consumption kWh/100km
24 kWh
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
530 km
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Electric Range
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Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
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co2
0 g/km
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co2
208 - 245 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
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Fuel tank capacity
58 L
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
SUV
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Body Type
Coupe
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Seats
7
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Seats
2
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Doors
5
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Doors
2
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Curb weight
2630 kg
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Curb weight
1455 - 1493 kg
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Trunk capacity
235 L
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Trunk capacity
151 L
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Length
4970 mm
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Length
4413 mm
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Width
1955 mm
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Width
1896 mm
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Height
1745 mm
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Height
1235 mm
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Max trunk capacity
1655 L
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Max trunk capacity
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Payload
575 kg
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Payload
270 - 290 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Electric
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Engine Type
Petrol
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
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Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
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Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic, Manual Gearbox
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Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
517 HP
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Power HP
406 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.90 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
4 - 4.3 s
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Max Speed
190 km/h
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Max Speed
290 - 291 km/h
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Torque
680 Nm
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Torque
420 - 480 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
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Number of Cylinders
4 - 6
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Power kW
380 kW
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Power kW
298 kW
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Engine capacity
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Engine capacity
1991 - 3456 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2024
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Model Year
2024
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CO2 Efficiency Class
A
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CO2 Efficiency Class
G
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Brand
BYD
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Brand
Lotus
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The BYD Tang is available as All-Wheel Drive.
The prices and data displayed are estimates based on German list prices and may vary by country. This information is not legally binding.