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BYD Tang vs Suzuki Vitara comparison

Compare performance (517 HP vs 184 HP), boot space and price (64300 £ vs 23600 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – BYD Tang or Suzuki Vitara?

BYD Tang vs Suzuki Vitara: Key differences

BYD Tang

  • clearly more power
  • slightly more electric range
  • convincingly quicker from 0–100 km/h

Suzuki Vitara

4.5 (3 Reviews)
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  • convincingly cheaper
  • decisively more efficient
  • convincingly lighter
  • clearly perceptible more trunk space

All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.

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

Tang

Costs and Efficiency:

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

Suzuki Vitara has a convincingly advantage in terms of price – it starts at 23600 £ , while the BYD Tang costs 64300 £ . That’s a price difference of around 40714 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the advantage goes to the Suzuki Vitara: with 14.90 kWh per 100 km, it’s decisively more efficient than the BYD Tang with 24 kWh. That’s a difference of about 9.10 kWh.

As for electric range, the BYD Tang performs slightly better – achieving up to 530 km, about 104 km more than the Suzuki Vitara.

Vitara

Engine and Performance:

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 has a clearly edge – offering 517 HP compared to 184 HP. That’s roughly 333 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the BYD Tang is convincingly quicker – completing the sprint in 4.90 s, while the Suzuki Vitara takes 7.40 s. That’s about 2.50 s faster.

There’s no difference in top speed – both reach 190 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: BYD Tang pulls significantly stronger with 680 Nm compared to 307 Nm. That’s about 373 Nm difference.

Tang

Space and Everyday Use:

Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?

Seats: BYD Tang offers evident more seating capacity – 7 vs 5.

In curb weight, Suzuki Vitara is convincingly lighter – 1255 kg compared to 2630 kg. The difference is around 1375 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Suzuki Vitara offers clearly perceptible more room – 375 L compared to 235 L. That’s a difference of about 140 L.

In maximum load capacity, the BYD Tang performs noticeable better – up to 1655 L, which is about 535 L more than the Suzuki Vitara.

When it comes to payload, BYD Tang noticeable takes the win – 575 kg compared to 425 kg. That’s a difference of about 150 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Suzuki Vitara comes out modestly 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.

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Vitara

Suzuki Vitara

  • Engine Type : Petrol MHEV, Full Hybrid, Electric
  • Transmission : Manuel, Automatic
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 110 - 184 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 5 - 5.9 L
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 14.9 - 16.6 kWh
  • Electric Range : 344 - 426 km
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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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The Vitara is a city-smart SUV with a cheeky streak of off-road promise, perfect for drivers who want practicality without pretense. It’s honest, easy to live with and surprisingly likeable, a sensible companion for everyday adventures and weekend escapes.

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Reviews Suzuki Vitara

4.5 (3 Reviews)
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Jolanta
4 Feb 2026, 09:37:41

A very pleasant car for an affordable price. The only downside is poorly soundproofed doors and windows.

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Polet
14 Jan 2026, 00:08:10

Proven reliability — it’s sold on every continent, and a real pleasure as a 4x4.

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Alejandro
15 Nov 2025, 18:50:42

After trying both, I chose the Vitara for everyday use. In my view, its balance of performance, quality and price is superior.

BYD Tang
Suzuki Vitara

Costs and Consumption
Price
64300 £
Price
23600 - 36800 £
Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption L/100km
5 - 5.9 L
Consumption kWh/100km
24 kWh
Consumption kWh/100km
14.9 - 16.6 kWh
Electric Range
530 km
Electric Range
344 - 426 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
0 g/km
co2
0 - 138 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
47 L

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
SUV
Body Type
SUV
Seats
7
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
2630 kg
Curb weight
1255 - 1935 kg
Trunk capacity
235 L
Trunk capacity
289 - 375 L
Length
4970 mm
Length
4185 mm
Width
1955 mm
Width
1775 - 1800 mm
Height
1745 mm
Height
1595 mm
Max trunk capacity
1655 L
Max trunk capacity
1046 - 1120 L
Payload
575 kg
Payload
375 - 425 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Electric
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Full Hybrid, Electric
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Automated Manual, Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
517 HP
Power HP
110 - 184 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.90 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.4 - 12.7 s
Max Speed
190 km/h
Max Speed
180 - 190 km/h
Torque
680 Nm
Torque
193 - 307 Nm
Number of Cylinders
-
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
380 kW
Power kW
81 - 135 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
1373 - 1462 cm3

General
Model Year
2024
Model Year
2024 - 2026
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, C, E, A
Brand
BYD
Brand
Suzuki

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Is the BYD Tang offered with different drivetrains?

The BYD Tang is available as All-Wheel Drive.

The prices shown are estimates based on German list prices, adjusted for local VAT. Local registration taxes (e.g. NoVA, BPM or CO2 malus) are not included. This information is not legally binding.