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BYD Tang vs Mercedes GLB – Which one offers the better deal?

Two cars, one duel: BYD Tang meets Mercedes GLB.
Which one wins in performance, efficiency and value for money? Find out now!

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

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Costs and Efficiency:

Price and efficiency are key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.

Mercedes GLB has a decisively advantage in terms of price – it starts at 40500 £, while the BYD Tang costs 64300 £. That’s a price difference of around 23776 £.

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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 BYD Tang has a evident edge – offering 517 HP compared to 320 HP. That’s roughly 197 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the BYD Tang is to a small extent quicker – completing the sprint in 4.90 s, while the Mercedes GLB takes 5.50 s. That’s about 0.60 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the Mercedes GLB performs evident better – reaching 250 km/h, while the BYD Tang tops out at 190 km/h. The difference is around 60 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: BYD Tang pulls decisively stronger with 680 Nm compared to 400 Nm. That’s about 280 Nm difference.

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Space and Everyday Use:

Beyond pure performance, interior space and usability matter most in daily life. This is where you see which car is more practical and versatile.

Seats: BYD Tang offers distinct more seating capacity – 7 vs 5.

In curb weight, Mercedes GLB is significantly lighter – 1640 kg compared to 2630 kg. The difference is around 990 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Mercedes GLB offers significantly more room – 570 L compared to 235 L. That’s a difference of about 335 L.

In maximum load capacity, the Mercedes GLB performs slight better – up to 1805 L, which is about 150 L more than the BYD Tang.

When it comes to payload, BYD Tang somewhat takes the win – 575 kg compared to 500 kg. That’s a difference of about 75 kg.

Who wins the race?

The Mercedes GLB proves to be edges ahead and therefore becomes our DriveDuel Champion!
Mercedes GLB is the better all-rounder in this comparison.

from about £40,500
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Mercedes GLB

  • Engine Type : Petrol MHEV, Diesel
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 116 - 320 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 5.6 - 9 L

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 GLB

The Mercedes GLB is a practical compact SUV that mixes boxy, family-friendly space with premium German polish, making it an appealing choice for buyers who want usefulness without pretension. It drives with a confident, composed feel and somehow manages to look both rugged and refined — the grown-up SUV that still likes to have fun.

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BYD Tang
Mercedes GLB
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Costs and Consumption

Price
64300 £
Price
40500 - 65300 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
5.6 - 9 L
Consumption kWh/100km
24 kWh
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
530 km
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
0 g/km
co2
146 - 204 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
52 - 60 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
SUV
Seats
7
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
2630 kg
Curb weight
1640 - 1820 kg
Trunk capacity
235 L
Trunk capacity
565 - 570 L
Length
4970 mm
Length
4634 - 4650 mm
Width
1955 mm
Width
1834 - 1850 mm
Height
1745 mm
Height
1665 - 1692 mm
Max trunk capacity
1655 L
Max trunk capacity
1800 - 1805 L
Payload
575 kg
Payload
500 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Electric
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Diesel
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 - 320 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.90 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.5 - 11.5 s
Max Speed
190 km/h
Max Speed
188 - 250 km/h
Torque
680 Nm
Torque
230 - 400 Nm
Number of Cylinders
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Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
380 kW
Power kW
85 - 235 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
1332 - 1991 cm3

General

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

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.