Compare performance (517 HP vs 350 HP), boot space and price (64,300 £ vs 48,000 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – BYD Tang or Lynk & Co 08?
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.
Lynk & Co 08 is markedly cheaper – starting at 48,000 £ , while the BYD Tang costs 64,300 £ . That’s a price difference of around 16,290 £.
As for electric range, the BYD Tang offers clearly more range – reaching up to 530 km, about 330 km more than the Lynk & Co 08.
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 visibly more power – delivering 517 HP compared to 350 HP. That’s roughly 167 HP more horsepower.
When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the BYD Tang is markedly quicker – completing the sprint in 4.9 s, while the Lynk & Co 08 takes 6.8 s. That’s about 1.9 s quicker.
Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?
Seats: BYD Tang offers more seats – 7 vs 5.
In terms of curb weight, Lynk & Co 08 is noticeably lighter – 2,112 kg compared to 2,630 kg. The difference is around 518 kg.
Looking at boot space, the Lynk & Co 08 offers considerably more boot space – 540 L compared to 235 L. That’s a difference of about 305 L.
When it comes to payload, the BYD Tang carries slightly more – 575 kg compared to 500 kg. That’s a difference of about 75 kg.
The BYD Tang is clearly superior overall 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.
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 Lynk & Co 08 represents a bold leap in automotive design, merging a sleek and modern exterior with a spacious and tech-savvy interior that caters to the needs of contemporary drivers. Its innovative approach to connectivity and user experience sets it apart in a crowded market, offering drivers an unparalleled level of interaction and customization. With a strong focus on sustainability, this model features advanced hybrid technology, underscoring Lynk & Co's commitment to eco-friendly driving solutions.
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Price
64,300 £
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Price
48,000 - 51,400 £
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Consumption L/100km
-
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Consumption L/100km
0.9 L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
24 kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Electric Range
530 km
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Electric Range
200 km
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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
23 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
-
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Fuel tank capacity
-
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
SUV
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Body Type
SUV
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Seats
7
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Seats
5
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Doors
5
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Doors
-
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Curb weight
2,630 kg
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Curb weight
2,112 kg
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Trunk capacity
235 L
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Trunk capacity
540 L
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Length
4,970 mm
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Length
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Width
1,955 mm
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Width
1,915 mm
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Height
1,745 mm
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Height
-
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Max trunk capacity
1,655 L
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Payload
575 kg
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Payload
500 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Electric
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Engine Type
Plugin Hybrid
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
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Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
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Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
517 HP
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Power HP
350 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.9 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
6.8 s
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Max Speed
190 km/h
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Max Speed
-
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Torque
680 Nm
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Torque
-
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Number of Cylinders
-
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Number of Cylinders
4
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Power kW
380 kW
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Power kW
257 kW
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Engine capacity
-
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Engine capacity
1,499 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2,024
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Model Year
2,025
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CO2 Efficiency Class
A
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CO2 Efficiency Class
B
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Brand
BYD
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Brand
Lynk & Co
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