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BYD Tang vs Mercedes A Class comparison

Compare performance (517 HP vs 421 HP), boot space and price (64,300 £ vs 32,600 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – BYD Tang or Mercedes A Class?

BYD Tang vs Mercedes A Class: Key differences

BYD Tang

  • somewhat more power
  • significantly more electric range
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Mercedes A Class

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  • clearly cheaper
  • clearly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • substantially lighter
  • clearly more trunk space
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All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.

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.

Mercedes A Class is clearly cheaper – starting at 32,600 £ , while the BYD Tang costs 64,300 £ . That’s a price difference of around 31,717 £.

As for electric range, the BYD Tang offers significantly more range – reaching up to 530 km, about 445 km more than the Mercedes A Class.

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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 somewhat more power – delivering 517 HP compared to 421 HP. That’s roughly 96 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Mercedes A Class is clearly quicker – completing the sprint in 3.9 s, while the BYD Tang takes 4.9 s. That’s about 1 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the BYD Tang delivers clearly more torque with 680 Nm compared to 500 Nm. That’s about 180 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, Mercedes A Class is substantially lighter – 1,440 kg compared to 2,630 kg. The difference is around 1,190 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Mercedes A Class offers clearly more boot space – 350 L compared to 235 L. That’s a difference of about 115 L.

When it comes to payload, the BYD Tang carries moderately more – 575 kg compared to 485 kg. That’s a difference of about 90 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The BYD Tang stands out in the key areas 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.

£64,285
Tang

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
BYD Tang
Mercedes A Class

Costs and Consumption

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Dimensions and Body

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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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Mercedes A Class

The Mercedes A‑Class arrives as a compact charmer that dresses premium materials and a cockpit full of screens in a tidy, city-friendly package, delivering surprising agility and poise. For buyers who want a luxury badge, clever tech and a car that's equally happy in tight streets or on a spirited country run, the A‑Class offers a grown-up feel with a cheeky streak.

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BYD Tang
Mercedes A Class

Costs and Consumption

Price
64,300 £
Price
32,600 - 66,500 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
2.3 - 9 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
24 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
530 km
Electric Range
85 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
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co2
0 g/km
co2
53 - 205 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
Hatchback
Seats
7
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
2,630 kg
Curb weight
1,440 - 1,695 kg
Trunk capacity
235 L
Trunk capacity
310 - 350 L
Length
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Length
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Width
1,955 mm
Width
1,796 - 1,850 mm
Height
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Height
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Max trunk capacity
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Max trunk capacity
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Payload
575 kg
Payload
450 - 485 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Electric
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Diesel, Plug-in Hybrid, Petrol
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
517 HP
Power HP
116 - 421 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.9 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.9 - 9.7 s
Max Speed
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Max Speed
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Torque
680 Nm
Torque
200 - 500 Nm
Number of Cylinders
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Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
380 kW
Power kW
85 - 310 kW
Engine capacity
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Engine capacity
1,332 - 1,991 cm3

General

Model Year
2024
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, E, B, G
Brand
BYD
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
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