Compare performance (517 HP vs 217 HP), boot space and price (64,300 £ vs 30,800 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – BYD Tang or Nissan Leaf?
Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.
Nissan Leaf is considerably cheaper – starting at 30,800 £ , while the BYD Tang costs 64,300 £ . That’s a price difference of around 33,471 £.
In terms of energy consumption, the Nissan Leaf is clearly more efficient: consuming 13.7 kWh/100km compared to 24 kWh/100km for the BYD Tang. That’s a difference of about 10.3 kWh/100km.
As for electric range, the Nissan Leaf offers slightly more range – reaching up to 624 km, about 94 km more than the BYD Tang.
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 BYD Tang offers clearly more power – delivering 517 HP compared to 217 HP. That’s roughly 300 HP more horsepower.
When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the BYD Tang is considerably quicker – completing the sprint in 4.9 s, while the Nissan Leaf takes 7.6 s. That’s about 2.7 s quicker.
There’s also a difference in torque: the BYD Tang delivers clearly more torque with 680 Nm compared to 355 Nm. That’s about 325 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 5.
In terms of curb weight, Nissan Leaf is substantially lighter – 1,864 kg compared to 2,630 kg. The difference is around 766 kg.
Looking at boot space, the Nissan Leaf offers considerably more boot space – 437 L compared to 235 L. That’s a difference of about 202 L.
When it comes to payload, the BYD Tang carries noticeably more – 575 kg compared to 444 kg. That’s a difference of about 131 kg.
The Nissan Leaf 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.
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 Nissan Leaf is a practical, easygoing electric hatch that turns daily commutes into a quiet, effortless affair while offering more cabin space than it lets on. It’s a sensible, wallet-friendly step into electrification for buyers who value comfort and simplicity over sporty drama, though those chasing long-distance thrills might look elsewhere.
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Price
64,300 £
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Price
30,800 - 41,100 £
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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
13.7 - 13.8 kWh/100km
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Electric Range
530 km
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Electric Range
436 - 624 km
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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
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
Hatchback
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Seats
7
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Seats
5
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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
1,864 - 1,956 kg
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Trunk capacity
235 L
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Trunk capacity
437 L
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Length
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Length
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Width
1,955 mm
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Width
1,810 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
441 - 444 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
Front-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
517 HP
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Power HP
176 - 217 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.9 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.6 - 8.3 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
345 - 355 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
130 - 160 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
2026
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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
Nissan
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