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BYD Tang vs Toyota Corolla comparison

Compare performance (517 HP vs 178 HP), boot space and price (64,300 £ vs 28,600 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – BYD Tang or Toyota Corolla?

BYD Tang vs Toyota Corolla: Key differences

BYD Tang

  • significantly more power
  • clearly quicker 0–100 km/h
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Toyota Corolla

4.4 (2 Reviews)
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  • clearly cheaper
  • significantly lighter
  • visibly 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.

Toyota Corolla is clearly cheaper – starting at 28,600 £ , while the BYD Tang costs 64,300 £ . That’s a price difference of around 35,708 £.

Corolla

Engine and Performance:

Power, torque and acceleration say a lot about how a car feels on the road. This is where you see which model delivers more driving dynamics.

When it comes to engine power, the BYD Tang offers significantly more power – delivering 517 HP compared to 178 HP. That’s roughly 339 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the BYD Tang is clearly quicker – completing the sprint in 4.9 s, while the Toyota Corolla takes 7.5 s. That’s about 2.6 s quicker.

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, Toyota Corolla is significantly lighter – 1,420 kg compared to 2,630 kg. The difference is around 1,210 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Toyota Corolla offers visibly more boot space – 361 L compared to 235 L. That’s a difference of about 126 L.

When it comes to payload, the BYD Tang carries noticeably more – 575 kg compared to 450 kg. That’s a difference of about 125 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The BYD Tang 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.

£64,285
Tang

BYD Tang

  • Engine Type Electric
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 517 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km 24 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range 530 km
BYD Tang
Toyota Corolla

Costs and Consumption

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Dimensions and Body

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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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Toyota Corolla

The Corolla is a reliable, no-nonsense compact car known for its practicality and composed ride. It’s economical to run, easy to maintain, and suits daily commuting while holding its value well.

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BYD Tang
Toyota Corolla

Costs and Consumption

Price
64,300 £
Price
28,600 - 34,900 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
4.4 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
24 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
530 km
Electric Range
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Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
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co2
0 g/km
co2
100 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
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Fuel tank capacity
43 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
Hatchback
Seats
7
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
5
Curb weight
2,630 kg
Curb weight
1,420 - 1,460 kg
Trunk capacity
235 L
Trunk capacity
313 - 361 L
Length
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Length
4,370 mm
Width
1,955 mm
Width
1,790 mm
Height
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Height
1,435 mm
Max trunk capacity
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Max trunk capacity
1,004 - 1,052 L
Payload
575 kg
Payload
400 - 450 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Electric
Engine Type
Full Hybrid
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
CVT
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
517 HP
Power HP
140 - 178 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.9 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.5 - 9.2 s
Max Speed
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Max Speed
180 km/h
Torque
680 Nm
Torque
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Number of Cylinders
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Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
380 kW
Power kW
103 - 131 kW
Engine capacity
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Engine capacity
1,798 - 1,987 cm3

General

Model Year
2024
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
C
Brand
BYD
Brand
Toyota
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