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BYD Tang vs SERES 5 comparison

Compare performance (517 HP vs 585 HP), boot space and price (64,300 £ vs 55,700 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – BYD Tang or SERES 5?

BYD Tang vs SERES 5: Key differences

BYD Tang

  • slightly more electric range

SERES 5

  • a bit cheaper
  • somewhat more power
  • noticeably more efficient
  • somewhat quicker 0–100 km/h
  • slightly lighter
  • noticeably more trunk space

Here’s where it gets real: The technical differences in detail

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Costs and Efficiency:

Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.

SERES 5 is a bit cheaper – starting at 55,700 £ , while the BYD Tang costs 64,300 £ . That’s a price difference of around 8,580 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the SERES 5 is noticeably more efficient: consuming 18.6 kWh/100km compared to 24 kWh/100km for the BYD Tang. That’s a difference of about 5.4 kWh/100km.

As for electric range, the BYD Tang offers slightly more range – reaching up to 530 km, about 100 km more than the SERES 5.

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Engine and Performance:

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 SERES 5 offers somewhat more power – delivering 585 HP compared to 517 HP. That’s roughly 68 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the SERES 5 is somewhat quicker – completing the sprint in 4.1 s, while the BYD Tang takes 4.9 s. That’s about 0.8 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the SERES 5 delivers noticeably more torque with 940 Nm compared to 680 Nm. That’s about 260 Nm more.

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Space and Everyday Use:

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, SERES 5 is slightly lighter – 2,360 kg compared to 2,630 kg. The difference is around 270 kg.

Looking at boot space, the SERES 5 offers noticeably more boot space – 367 L compared to 235 L. That’s a difference of about 132 L.

When it comes to payload, the BYD Tang carries markedly more – 575 kg compared to 375 kg. That’s a difference of about 200 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The SERES 5 holds a decisive overall lead 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.

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SERES 5

  • Engine Type : Electric
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 585 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 18.6 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range : 430 km
BYD Tang
SERES 5

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BYD Tang

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.

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SERES 5

The Seres 5 carves a convincing niche in the crowded compact crossover market with bold styling and a surprisingly upscale cabin that feels larger than its footprint suggests. It’s an easy, fuss-free choice for shoppers after modern EV practicality and sensible running costs, delivered with a friendly personality that won’t try to outshine more expensive rivals.

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BYD Tang
SERES 5

Costs and Consumption

Price
64,300 £
Price
55,700 £
Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
24 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
18.6 kWh/100km
Electric Range
530 km
Electric Range
430 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
0 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
SUV
Seats
7
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
-
Curb weight
2,630 kg
Curb weight
2,360 kg
Trunk capacity
235 L
Trunk capacity
367 L
Length
4,970 mm
Length
-
Width
1,955 mm
Width
1,930 mm
Height
1,745 mm
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
1,655 L
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
575 kg
Payload
375 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Electric
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
517 HP
Power HP
585 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.9 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.1 s
Max Speed
190 km/h
Max Speed
-
Torque
680 Nm
Torque
940 Nm
Number of Cylinders
-
Number of Cylinders
-
Power kW
380 kW
Power kW
430 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
-

General

Model Year
2,024
Model Year
2,024
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
BYD
Brand
SERES
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