Compare performance (517 HP vs 102 HP), boot space and price (64,300 £ vs 17,100 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – BYD Tang or Renault Express?
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.
Renault Express is substantially cheaper – starting at 17,100 £ , while the BYD Tang costs 64,300 £ . That’s a price difference of around 47,160 £.
Power, torque and acceleration are the classic benchmarks for car enthusiasts – and here, some clear differences start to show.
When it comes to engine power, the BYD Tang offers significantly more power – delivering 517 HP compared to 102 HP. That’s roughly 415 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 Renault Express takes 11.9 s. That’s about 7 s quicker.
There’s also a difference in torque: the BYD Tang delivers considerably more torque with 680 Nm compared to 240 Nm. That’s about 440 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 2.
In terms of curb weight, Renault Express is clearly lighter – 1,296 kg compared to 2,630 kg. The difference is around 1,334 kg.
When it comes to payload, the Renault Express carries moderately more – 700 kg compared to 575 kg. That’s a difference of about 125 kg.
The BYD Tang 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 Renault Express is a no-nonsense city van that pairs clever packaging and practical cargo space with an easy-to-drive, fuss-free character. Built for small businesses and active families, it delivers rugged reliability and low running costs without pretension — a sensible workhorse with a wink.
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Costs and Consumption |
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Price
64,300 £
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Price
17,100 - 19,500 £
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Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
4.6 - 6.6 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
121 - 149 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
-
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Fuel tank capacity
50 L
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
SUV
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Body Type
Cargo Van
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Seats
7
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Seats
2
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Doors
-
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Doors
4
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Curb weight
2,630 kg
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Curb weight
1,296 - 1,390 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
4,393 mm
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Width
1,955 mm
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Width
1,775 mm
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Height
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Height
1,811 mm
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Max trunk capacity
3,300 L
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Payload
575 kg
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Payload
575 - 700 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
Manuel
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Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
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Transmission Detail
Manual 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
75 - 102 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.9 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
11.9 - 16.3 s
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Max Speed
-
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Max Speed
100 - 167 km/h
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Torque
680 Nm
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Torque
200 - 240 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
55 - 75 kW
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Engine capacity
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Engine capacity
1,332 - 1,461 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2024
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Model Year
2021
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CO2 Efficiency Class
A
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CO2 Efficiency Class
D, E
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Brand
BYD
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Brand
Renault
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