Compare performance (517 HP vs 653 HP), boot space and price (64,300 £ vs 63,300 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – BYD Tang or NIO EL7?
Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.
NIO EL7 is only slightly cheaper – starting at 63,300 £ , while the BYD Tang costs 64,300 £ . That’s a price difference of around 943 £.
In terms of energy consumption, the NIO EL7 is only slightly more efficient: consuming 22.1 kWh/100km compared to 24 kWh/100km for the BYD Tang. That’s a difference of about 1.9 kWh/100km.
As for electric range, the BYD Tang offers marginally more range – reaching up to 530 km, about 29 km more than the NIO EL7.
Power, torque and acceleration say a lot about how a car feels on the road. This is where you see which model delivers more driving dynamics.
When it comes to engine power, the NIO EL7 offers noticeably more power – delivering 653 HP compared to 517 HP. That’s roughly 136 HP more horsepower.
When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the NIO EL7 is noticeably quicker – completing the sprint in 3.9 s, while the BYD Tang takes 4.9 s. That’s about 1 s quicker.
There’s also a difference in torque: the NIO EL7 delivers somewhat more torque with 850 Nm compared to 680 Nm. That’s about 170 Nm more.
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 more seats – 7 vs 5.
In terms of curb weight, NIO EL7 is marginally lighter – 2,421 kg compared to 2,630 kg. The difference is around 209 kg.
Looking at boot space, the NIO EL7 offers clearly more boot space – 570 L compared to 235 L. That’s a difference of about 335 L.
When it comes to payload, the BYD Tang carries somewhat more – 575 kg compared to 469 kg. That’s a difference of about 106 kg.
The NIO EL7 is clearly superior 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 NIO EL7 arrives as a roomy electric SUV that pairs restrained elegance with bold design cues, and its interior feels like a calm, tech-forward lounge rather than a gadget parade. For buyers who crave effortless cruising, spirited performance and a tastefully premium experience — with just the right amount of showmanship for the driveway — the EL7 is an enticing, slightly theatrical choice.
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Price
64,300 £
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Price
63,300 - 81,300 £
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Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
24 kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
22.1 - 22.4 kWh/100km
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Electric Range
530 km
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Electric Range
384 - 501 km
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Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
73.5 - 90 kWh
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co2
0 g/km
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co2
0 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
SUV
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Seats
7
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Seats
5
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Doors
-
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Doors
5
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Curb weight
2,630 kg
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Curb weight
2,421 - 2,441 kg
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Trunk capacity
235 L
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Trunk capacity
570 L
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Length
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Length
4,912 mm
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Width
1,955 mm
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Width
1,987 mm
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Height
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Height
1,720 mm
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Max trunk capacity
1,545 L
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Payload
575 kg
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Payload
449 - 469 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Electric
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Engine Type
Electric
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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
Reduction Gearbox
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Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
517 HP
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Power HP
653 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.9 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.9 s
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Max Speed
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Max Speed
200 km/h
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Torque
680 Nm
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Torque
850 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
-
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Number of Cylinders
-
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Power kW
380 kW
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Power kW
480 kW
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Engine capacity
-
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Engine capacity
-
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General |
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Model Year
2024
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Model Year
2023
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CO2 Efficiency Class
A
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CO2 Efficiency Class
A
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Brand
BYD
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Brand
NIO
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