Compare performance (517 HP vs 585 HP), boot space and price (64300 £ vs 50500 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – BYD Tang or Mercedes E Class?
Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.
Mercedes E Class has a evident advantage in terms of price – it starts at 50500 £ , while the BYD Tang costs 64300 £ . That’s a price difference of around 13795 £.
As for electric range, the BYD Tang performs clearly better – achieving up to 530 km, about 414 km more than the Mercedes E Class.
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 Mercedes E Class has a to a small extent edge – offering 585 HP compared to 517 HP. That’s roughly 68 HP more horsepower.
In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Mercedes E Class is distinct quicker – completing the sprint in 4 s, while the BYD Tang takes 4.90 s. That’s about 0.90 s faster.
There’s also a difference in torque: Mercedes E Class pulls barely noticeable stronger with 750 Nm compared to 680 Nm. That’s about 70 Nm difference.
Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?
Seats: BYD Tang offers distinct more seating capacity – 7 vs 5.
In curb weight, Mercedes E Class is clearly lighter – 1810 kg compared to 2630 kg. The difference is around 820 kg.
In terms of boot space, the Mercedes E Class offers clearly more room – 540 L compared to 235 L. That’s a difference of about 305 L.
When it comes to payload, Mercedes E Class somewhat takes the win – 640 kg compared to 575 kg. That’s a difference of about 65 kg.
The BYD Tang is narrowly ahead 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 Mercedes E‑Class is the executive saloon that balances calm refinement with a hint of sporting intent, wrapping luxury in tasteful understatement. It pampers occupants with a composed ride and intuitive tech while quietly reminding you that it’s still very much a Mercedes — authoritative, polished, and unwilling to shout for attention.
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Price
64300 £
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Price
50500 - 119700 £
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Consumption L/100km
-
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Consumption L/100km
1.5 - 7.5 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
101 - 116 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
39 - 172 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
Sedan
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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
2630 kg
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Curb weight
1810 - 2390 kg
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Trunk capacity
235 L
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Trunk capacity
370 - 540 L
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Length
4970 mm
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Length
-
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Width
1955 mm
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Width
1880 mm
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Height
1745 mm
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Height
-
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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
530 - 640 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Electric
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Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid, Diesel MHEV
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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
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
517 HP
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Power HP
186 - 585 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.90 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
4 - 8.5 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
320 - 750 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
137 - 430 kW
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Engine capacity
-
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Engine capacity
1993 - 2999 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2024
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Model Year
2024 - 2025
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CO2 Efficiency Class
A
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CO2 Efficiency Class
E, F, B, D
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Brand
BYD
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Brand
Mercedes-Benz
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The BYD Tang is available as All-Wheel Drive.