Compare performance (517 HP vs 544 HP), boot space and price (64,300 £ vs 53,100 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – BYD Tang or Polestar 4?
All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.
Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.
Polestar 4 is noticeably cheaper – starting at 53,100 £ , while the BYD Tang costs 64,300 £ . That’s a price difference of around 11,228 £.
In terms of energy consumption, the Polestar 4 is markedly more efficient: consuming 17.8 kWh/100km compared to 24 kWh/100km for the BYD Tang. That’s a difference of about 6.2 kWh/100km.
As for electric range, the Polestar 4 offers moderately more range – reaching up to 620 km, about 90 km more than the BYD Tang.
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 Polestar 4 offers barely more power – delivering 544 HP compared to 517 HP. That’s roughly 27 HP more horsepower.
When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Polestar 4 is clearly quicker – completing the sprint in 3.8 s, while the BYD Tang takes 4.9 s. That’s about 1.1 s quicker.
There’s also a difference in torque: the Polestar 4 delivers only slightly more torque with 686 Nm compared to 680 Nm. That’s about 6 Nm more.
Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?
Seats: BYD Tang offers more seats – 7 vs 5.
In terms of curb weight, Polestar 4 is moderately lighter – 2,230 kg compared to 2,630 kg. The difference is around 400 kg.
Looking at boot space, the Polestar 4 offers substantially more boot space – 526 L compared to 235 L. That’s a difference of about 291 L.
When it comes to payload, the BYD Tang carries noticeably more – 575 kg compared to 455 kg. That’s a difference of about 120 kg.
The Polestar 4 stands well ahead of its rival 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 Polestar 4 wears a coupe-like profile and a Scandinavian-minimal interior that feels premium and unexpectedly roomy, with composed handling that makes urban driving and country roads a pleasure. For buyers who want an electric car that turns heads without shouting, the Polestar 4 is a stylish, clever choice that balances practicality with personality.
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Price
64,300 £
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Price
53,100 - 59,900 £
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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
17.8 - 18.7 kWh/100km
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Electric Range
530 km
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Electric Range
590 - 620 km
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Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
94 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
2,230 - 2,355 kg
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Trunk capacity
235 L
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Trunk capacity
526 L
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Length
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Length
4,840 mm
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Width
1,955 mm
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Width
2,008 mm
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Height
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Height
1,534 mm
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Max trunk capacity
1,536 L
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Payload
575 kg
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Payload
455 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, Rear-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
517 HP
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Power HP
272 - 544 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.9 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.8 - 7.1 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
343 - 686 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
200 - 400 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
2024
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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
Polestar
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