Compare performance (517 HP vs 280 HP), boot space and price (64,300 £ vs 21,900 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – BYD Tang or Toyota Yaris?
All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.
Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.
Toyota Yaris is considerably cheaper – starting at 21,900 £ , while the BYD Tang costs 64,300 £ . That’s a price difference of around 42,428 £.
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 clearly more power – delivering 517 HP compared to 280 HP. That’s roughly 237 HP more horsepower.
When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the BYD Tang is moderately quicker – completing the sprint in 4.9 s, while the Toyota Yaris takes 5.5 s. That’s about 0.6 s quicker.
There’s also a difference in torque: the BYD Tang delivers clearly more torque with 680 Nm compared to 390 Nm. That’s about 290 Nm more.
Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?
Seats: BYD Tang offers more seats – 7 vs 5.
In terms of curb weight, Toyota Yaris is considerably lighter – 1,090 kg compared to 2,630 kg. The difference is around 1,540 kg.
Looking at boot space, the Toyota Yaris offers moderately more boot space – 286 L compared to 235 L. That’s a difference of about 51 L.
When it comes to payload, the BYD Tang carries very slightly more – 575 kg compared to 525 kg. That’s a difference of about 50 kg.
The Toyota Yaris 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.
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.
detailsThe Yaris is a compact hatchback that blends everyday practicality with Toyota’s long-standing reputation for reliability, making it easy to live with in city traffic. Its nimble handling and sensible interior make the Yaris a smart choice for drivers who want straightforward, fuss-free transport.
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Price
64,300 £
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Price
21,900 - 40,800 £
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Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
3.8 - 8.7 L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
24 kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
530 km
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Electric Range
-
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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
87 - 197 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
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Fuel tank capacity
-
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
SUV
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Body Type
Hatchback
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Seats
7
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Seats
4 - 5
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Doors
-
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Doors
-
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Curb weight
2,630 kg
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Curb weight
1,090 - 1,356 kg
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Trunk capacity
235 L
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Trunk capacity
141 - 286 L
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Length
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Length
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Width
1,955 mm
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Width
1,745 - 1,805 mm
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Height
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Height
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Payload
575 kg
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Payload
289 - 525 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Electric
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Engine Type
Full Hybrid, Petrol
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
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Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
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Transmission Detail
CVT, Manual 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
116 - 280 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.9 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.5 - 9.7 s
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Max Speed
-
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Max Speed
-
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Torque
680 Nm
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Torque
390 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
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Number of Cylinders
3
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Power kW
380 kW
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Power kW
85 - 206 kW
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Engine capacity
-
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Engine capacity
1,490 - 1,618 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2024
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Model Year
2026
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CO2 Efficiency Class
A
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CO2 Efficiency Class
B, G
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Brand
BYD
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Brand
Toyota
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