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BYD Tang vs Volvo EC40 comparison

Compare performance (517 HP vs 442 HP), boot space and price (64,300 £ vs 46,500 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – BYD Tang or Volvo EC40?

BYD Tang vs Volvo EC40: Key differences

BYD Tang

  • slightly more power
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Volvo EC40

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  • noticeably cheaper
  • significantly more efficient
  • only slightly more electric range
  • marginally quicker 0–100 km/h
  • noticeably lighter
  • considerably more trunk space
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Here’s where it gets real: The technical differences in detail

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Costs and Efficiency:

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.

Volvo EC40 is noticeably cheaper – starting at 46,500 £ , while the BYD Tang costs 64,300 £ . That’s a price difference of around 17,751 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the Volvo EC40 is significantly more efficient: consuming 16.2 kWh/100km compared to 24 kWh/100km for the BYD Tang. That’s a difference of about 7.8 kWh/100km.

As for electric range, the Volvo EC40 offers only slightly more range – reaching up to 585 km, about 55 km more than the BYD Tang.

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Engine and Performance:

Power, torque and acceleration are the classic benchmarks for car enthusiasts – and here, some clear differences start to show.

When it comes to engine power, the BYD Tang offers slightly more power – delivering 517 HP compared to 442 HP. That’s roughly 75 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Volvo EC40 is marginally quicker – completing the sprint in 4.6 s, while the BYD Tang takes 4.9 s. That’s about 0.3 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the BYD Tang delivers marginally more torque with 680 Nm compared to 670 Nm. That’s about 10 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, Volvo EC40 is noticeably lighter – 2,065 kg compared to 2,630 kg. The difference is around 565 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Volvo EC40 offers considerably more boot space – 404 L compared to 235 L. That’s a difference of about 169 L.

When it comes to payload, the BYD Tang carries visibly more – 575 kg compared to 435 kg. That’s a difference of about 140 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Volvo EC40 is far 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.

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EC40

Volvo EC40

  • Engine Type Electric
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 238 - 442 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km 16.2 - 17.3 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range 486 - 585 km
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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 Volvo EC40 feels like a polished slice of Scandinavian calm on wheels, blending minimalist design with a cocoon-like interior that makes everyday driving surprisingly serene. It’s an electric compact that puts safety and comfort front and center, while still injecting enough personality and tech-savvy charm to keep city buyers smiling.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
64,300 £
Price
46,500 - 56,800 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
24 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
16.2 - 17.3 kWh/100km
Electric Range
530 km
Electric Range
486 - 585 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
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co2
0 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
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Fuel tank capacity
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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
2,065 - 2,185 kg
Trunk capacity
235 L
Trunk capacity
404 L
Length
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Length
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Width
1,955 mm
Width
1,873 mm
Height
-
Height
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Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
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Payload
575 kg
Payload
395 - 435 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Electric
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
517 HP
Power HP
238 - 442 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.9 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.6 - 7.3 s
Max Speed
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Max Speed
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Torque
680 Nm
Torque
420 - 670 Nm
Number of Cylinders
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Number of Cylinders
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Power kW
380 kW
Power kW
175 - 325 kW
Engine capacity
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Engine capacity
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General
Model Year
2024
Model Year
2,024 - 2,026
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
BYD
Brand
Volvo
Is the BYD Tang offered with different drivetrains?

Available configurations include All-Wheel Drive.

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