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BYD Tang vs Mercedes E Class comparison

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?

BYD Tang vs Mercedes E Class: Key differences

BYD Tang

  • clearly more electric range

Mercedes E Class

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  • evident cheaper
  • to a small extent more power
  • distinct quicker from 0–100 km/h
  • clearly lighter
  • clearly more trunk space

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

Tang

Costs and Efficiency:

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.

E Class

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 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.

Tang

Space and Everyday Use:

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.

Who wins the race in the data check?

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.

BYD Tang
Mercedes E Class

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Tang

BYD Tang

  • Engine Type : Electric
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 517 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 24 kWh
  • Electric Range : 530 km

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 E Class

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The 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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BYD Tang
Mercedes E Class

Costs and Consumption

Price
64300 £
Price
50500 - 119700 £
Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption L/100km
1.5 - 7.5 L
Consumption kWh/100km
24 kWh
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
530 km
Electric Range
101 - 116 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
0 g/km
co2
39 - 172 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
Sedan
Seats
7
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
-
Curb weight
2630 kg
Curb weight
1810 - 2390 kg
Trunk capacity
235 L
Trunk capacity
370 - 540 L
Length
4970 mm
Length
-
Width
1955 mm
Width
1880 mm
Height
1745 mm
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
1655 L
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
575 kg
Payload
530 - 640 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Electric
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid, Diesel MHEV
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
517 HP
Power HP
186 - 585 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.90 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4 - 8.5 s
Max Speed
190 km/h
Max Speed
-
Torque
680 Nm
Torque
320 - 750 Nm
Number of Cylinders
-
Number of Cylinders
4 - 6
Power kW
380 kW
Power kW
137 - 430 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
1993 - 2999 cm3

General

Model Year
2024
Model Year
2024 - 2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
E, F, B, D
Brand
BYD
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
Is the BYD Tang offered with different drivetrains?

The BYD Tang is available as All-Wheel Drive.

The prices shown are estimates based on German list prices, adjusted for local VAT. Local registration taxes (e.g. NoVA, BPM or CO2 malus) are not included. This information is not legally binding.