Compare performance (517 HP vs 207 HP), boot space and price (64,300 £ vs 33,800 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – BYD Tang or SsangYong Torres?
All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.
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.
SsangYong Torres is substantially cheaper – starting at 33,800 £ , while the BYD Tang costs 64,300 £ . That’s a price difference of around 30,437 £.
In terms of energy consumption, the SsangYong Torres is visibly more efficient: consuming 18.7 kWh/100km compared to 24 kWh/100km for the BYD Tang. That’s a difference of about 5.3 kWh/100km.
As for electric range, the BYD Tang offers somewhat more range – reaching up to 530 km, about 68 km more than the SsangYong Torres.
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 BYD Tang offers significantly more power – delivering 517 HP compared to 207 HP. That’s roughly 310 HP more horsepower.
There’s also a difference in torque: the BYD Tang delivers substantially more torque with 680 Nm compared to 339 Nm. That’s about 341 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, SsangYong Torres is clearly lighter – 1,498 kg compared to 2,630 kg. The difference is around 1,132 kg.
Looking at boot space, the SsangYong Torres offers considerably more boot space – 703 L compared to 235 L. That’s a difference of about 468 L.
When it comes to payload, the BYD Tang carries marginally more – 575 kg compared to 552 kg. That’s a difference of about 23 kg.
The SsangYong Torres is clearly ahead 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.
detailsSsangYong Torres cuts a rugged, purposeful silhouette that feels more expensive than its price tag, offering generously practical packaging and a no-nonsense feature set. It drives with surprisingly assured manners and genuine off-road appetite, making it a clever choice for buyers who want real SUV capability without badge snobbery.
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Costs and Consumption |
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Price
64,300 £
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Price
33,800 - 44,600 £
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Consumption L/100km
-
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Consumption L/100km
7.9 - 9.1 L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
24 kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
18.7 kWh/100km
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Electric Range
530 km
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Electric Range
462 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 - 207 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
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
1,498 - 1,618 kg
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Trunk capacity
235 L
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Trunk capacity
703 L
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Length
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Length
4,700 mm
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Width
1,955 mm
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Width
1,890 mm
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Height
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Height
1,710 mm
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Max trunk capacity
1,662 L
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Payload
575 kg
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Payload
552 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Electric
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Engine Type
Petrol, Electric
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
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Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox, Reduction Gearbox
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Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
517 HP
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Power HP
163 - 207 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.9 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
-
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Max Speed
-
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Max Speed
191 - 194 km/h
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Torque
680 Nm
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Torque
280 - 339 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
120 - 152 kW
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Engine capacity
-
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Engine capacity
1,497 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2024
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Model Year
2,023 - 2,024
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CO2 Efficiency Class
A
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CO2 Efficiency Class
G, A
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Brand
BYD
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Brand
SsangYong
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