Compare performance (517 HP vs 237 HP), boot space and price (64,300 £ vs 48,200 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – BYD Tang or Mercedes V Class?
Price and efficiency are key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.
Mercedes V Class is visibly cheaper – starting at 48,200 £ , while the BYD Tang costs 64,300 £ . That’s a price difference of around 16,121 £.
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 substantially more power – delivering 517 HP compared to 237 HP. That’s roughly 280 HP more horsepower.
When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the BYD Tang is clearly quicker – completing the sprint in 4.9 s, while the Mercedes V Class takes 7.4 s. That’s about 2.5 s quicker.
There’s also a difference in torque: the BYD Tang delivers markedly more torque with 680 Nm compared to 500 Nm. That’s about 180 Nm more.
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 6.
In terms of curb weight, Mercedes V Class is somewhat lighter – 2,192 kg compared to 2,630 kg. The difference is around 438 kg.
When it comes to payload, the Mercedes V Class carries markedly more – 908 kg compared to 575 kg. That’s a difference of about 333 kg.
The BYD Tang is far ahead overall 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 V‑Class is the grown-up people mover that blends executive-level comfort with van practicality, ideal for those who want to ferry family and gear without sacrificing luxury. Inside it's plush and flexible, with clever touches that turn long hauls into a comfortable commute and still manage to look serious on the school run.
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Price
64,300 £
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Price
48,200 - 83,300 £
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Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
7.1 - 10.2 L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
24 kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
530 km
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Electric Range
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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
187 - 232 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
Bus
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Seats
7
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Seats
6
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Doors
-
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Doors
-
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Curb weight
2,630 kg
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Curb weight
2,192 - 2,464 kg
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Trunk capacity
235 L
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Trunk capacity
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Length
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Length
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Width
1,955 mm
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Width
1,928 mm
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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
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Payload
636 - 908 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Electric
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Engine Type
Diesel, Petrol
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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
163 - 237 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.9 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.4 - 10.7 s
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Max Speed
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Max Speed
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Torque
680 Nm
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Torque
370 - 500 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
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Number of Cylinders
4
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Power kW
380 kW
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Power kW
120 - 174 kW
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Engine capacity
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Engine capacity
1,950 - 1,999 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2024
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Model Year
2025
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CO2 Efficiency Class
A
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CO2 Efficiency Class
G
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Brand
BYD
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Brand
Mercedes-Benz
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