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BYD Tang vs Suzuki Vitara comparison

Compare performance (517 HP vs 184 HP), boot space and price (64,300 £ vs 23,600 £ ) 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

  • significantly more power
  • a bit more electric range
  • considerably quicker 0–100 km/h
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Suzuki Vitara

4.5 (4 Reviews)
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  • clearly cheaper
  • clearly more efficient
  • clearly lighter
  • noticeably more trunk space
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All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.

By Achim Sedelmaier

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 is clearly cheaper – starting at 23,600 £ , while the BYD Tang costs 64,300 £ . That’s a price difference of around 40,714 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the Suzuki Vitara is clearly more efficient: consuming 14.9 kWh/100km compared to 24 kWh/100km for the BYD Tang. That’s a difference of about 9.1 kWh/100km.

As for electric range, the BYD Tang offers a bit more range – reaching 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 offers significantly more power – delivering 517 HP compared to 184 HP. That’s roughly 333 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 Suzuki Vitara takes 7.4 s. That’s about 2.5 s quicker.

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

Tang

Space and Everyday Use:

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, Suzuki Vitara is clearly lighter – 1,255 kg compared to 2,630 kg. The difference is around 1,375 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Suzuki Vitara offers noticeably more boot space – 375 L compared to 235 L. That’s a difference of about 140 L.

When it comes to payload, the BYD Tang carries visibly more – 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 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.

from £23,600
Vitara

Suzuki Vitara

  • Engine Type : Petrol MHEV, Electric
  • Transmission : Automatic, Manuel
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 110 - 184 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 5.3 - 5.8 L/100km
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 14.9 - 16.6 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range : 344 - 426 km
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Jolanta
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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.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
64,300 £
Price
23,600 - 36,800 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
5.3 - 5.8 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
24 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
14.9 - 16.6 kWh/100km
Electric Range
530 km
Electric Range
344 - 426 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
-
co2
0 g/km
co2
0 - 137 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
SUV
Body Type
SUV
Seats
7
Seats
5
Doors
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Doors
-
Curb weight
2,630 kg
Curb weight
1,255 - 1,935 kg
Trunk capacity
235 L
Trunk capacity
310 - 375 L
Length
-
Length
-
Width
1,955 mm
Width
1,775 - 1,800 mm
Height
-
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
575 kg
Payload
395 - 425 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Electric
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Electric
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox, Manual 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
4.9 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.4 - 9.6 s
Max Speed
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Max Speed
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Torque
680 Nm
Torque
193 - 307 Nm
Number of Cylinders
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Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
380 kW
Power kW
81 - 135 kW
Engine capacity
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Engine capacity
1,373 cm3

General
Model Year
2024
Model Year
2,025 - 2,026
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, E, A
Brand
BYD
Brand
Suzuki
Is the BYD Tang offered with different drivetrains?

Available configurations include All-Wheel Drive.

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