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BYD Tang vs Mercedes GLC - Differences and prices compared

Compare performance (517 HP vs 680 HP), boot space and price (64300 £ vs 50300 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – BYD Tang or Mercedes GLC?

BYD Tang

Mercedes GLC

3.9 (6 Reviews)
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Here’s where it gets real: The technical differences in detail

Tang

Costs and Efficiency:

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.

Mercedes GLC has a clearly perceptible advantage in terms of price – it starts at 50300 £ , while the BYD Tang costs 64300 £ . That’s a price difference of around 13958 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the advantage goes to the Mercedes GLC: with 14.90 kWh per 100 km, it’s decisively more efficient than the BYD Tang with 24 kWh. That’s a difference of about 9.10 kWh.

As for electric range, the Mercedes GLC performs noticeable better – achieving up to 714 km, about 184 km more than the BYD Tang.

GLC

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 Mercedes GLC has a distinct edge – offering 680 HP compared to 517 HP. That’s roughly 163 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Mercedes GLC is decisively quicker – completing the sprint in 3.50 s, while the BYD Tang takes 4.90 s. That’s about 1.40 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the Mercedes GLC performs clearly perceptible better – reaching 275 km/h, while the BYD Tang tops out at 190 km/h. The difference is around 85 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: Mercedes GLC pulls distinct stronger with 1020 Nm compared to 680 Nm. That’s about 340 Nm difference.

Tang

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 noticeable more seating capacity – 7 vs 5.

In curb weight, Mercedes GLC is clearly perceptible lighter – 1910 kg compared to 2630 kg. The difference is around 720 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Mercedes GLC offers clearly more room – 620 L compared to 235 L. That’s a difference of about 385 L.

In maximum load capacity, the Mercedes GLC performs slight better – up to 1740 L, which is about 85 L more than the BYD Tang.

When it comes to payload, Mercedes GLC slight takes the win – 600 kg compared to 575 kg. That’s a difference of about 25 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Mercedes GLC is decisively 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 GLC

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GLC

Mercedes GLC

  • Engine Type : Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid, Diesel MHEV, Electric
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 186 - 680 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 1.6 - 9.9 L
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 14.9 - 16.6 kWh
  • Electric Range : 12 - 714 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 GLC

3.9 (6 Reviews)
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The Mercedes GLC blends plush cabin comfort and composed road manners into an SUV that feels more grown-up than it looks. It won’t shout for attention, but will quietly please buyers who want refinement, usable space and a touch of luxury without the drama.

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BYD Tang
Mercedes GLC

Costs and Consumption

Price
64300 £
Price
50300 - 126600 £
Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption L/100km
1.6 - 9.9 L
Consumption kWh/100km
24 kWh
Consumption kWh/100km
14.9 - 16.6 kWh
Electric Range
530 km
Electric Range
12 - 714 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
94 kWh
co2
0 g/km
co2
0 - 225 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
49 - 65 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
SUV
Seats
7
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
2630 kg
Curb weight
1910 - 2535 kg
Trunk capacity
235 L
Trunk capacity
390 - 620 L
Length
4970 mm
Length
4716 - 4845 mm
Width
1955 mm
Width
1890 - 1913 mm
Height
1745 mm
Height
1603 - 1647 mm
Max trunk capacity
1655 L
Max trunk capacity
1335 - 1740 L
Payload
575 kg
Payload
475 - 600 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Electric
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid, Diesel MHEV, Electric
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox, Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
517 HP
Power HP
186 - 680 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.90 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.5 - 9 s
Max Speed
190 km/h
Max Speed
208 - 275 km/h
Torque
680 Nm
Torque
320 - 1020 Nm
Number of Cylinders
-
Number of Cylinders
4 - 6
Power kW
380 kW
Power kW
137 - 500 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
1991 - 2989 cm3

General

Model Year
2024
Model Year
2025 - 2026
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
F, G, B, A
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.