Compare performance (517 HP vs 272 HP), boot space and price (64300 £ vs 39600 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – BYD Tang or VW Tayron?
Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.
VW Tayron has a convincingly advantage in terms of price – it starts at 39600 £ , while the BYD Tang costs 64300 £ . That’s a price difference of around 24673 £.
As for electric range, the BYD Tang performs clearly better – achieving up to 530 km, about 407 km more than the VW Tayron.
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 convincingly edge – offering 517 HP compared to 272 HP. That’s roughly 245 HP more horsepower.
In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the BYD Tang is distinct quicker – completing the sprint in 4.90 s, while the VW Tayron takes 6.10 s. That’s about 1.20 s faster.
In terms of top speed, the VW Tayron performs to a small extent better – reaching 221 km/h, while the BYD Tang tops out at 190 km/h. The difference is around 31 km/h.
There’s also a difference in torque: BYD Tang pulls significantly stronger with 680 Nm compared to 400 Nm. That’s about 280 Nm difference.
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, VW Tayron is decisively lighter – 1682 kg compared to 2630 kg. The difference is around 948 kg.
In terms of boot space, the VW Tayron offers clearly more room – 885 L compared to 235 L. That’s a difference of about 650 L.
In maximum load capacity, the VW Tayron performs evident better – up to 2090 L, which is about 435 L more than the BYD Tang.
When it comes to payload, BYD Tang barely noticeable takes the win – 575 kg compared to 566 kg. That’s a difference of about 9 kg.
The BYD Tang is decisively 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.
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 VW Tayron is Volkswagen's roomy, no-nonsense SUV that pairs clean, familiar styling with a practical cabin built for families and everyday use. It rides comfortably, packs sensible tech and creature comforts, and feels like the sensible sweater of SUVs for buyers who prefer steady value over headline-grabbing drama.
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Price
64300 £
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Price
39600 - 56000 £
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Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
1.5 - 8.5 L
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Consumption kWh/100km
24 kWh
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Electric Range
530 km
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Electric Range
116 - 123 km
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Battery Capacity
-
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Battery Capacity
19.70 kWh
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co2
0 g/km
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co2
33 - 192 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
-
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Fuel tank capacity
45 - 58 L
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
SUV
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Body Type
SUV
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Seats
7
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Seats
5
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Doors
5
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Doors
5
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Curb weight
2630 kg
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Curb weight
1682 - 1948 kg
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Trunk capacity
235 L
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Trunk capacity
705 - 885 L
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Length
4970 mm
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Length
4792 mm
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Width
1955 mm
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Width
1853 - 1866 mm
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Height
1745 mm
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Height
1666 - 1668 mm
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Max trunk capacity
1655 L
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Max trunk capacity
1915 - 2090 L
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Payload
575 kg
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Payload
489 - 566 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Electric
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Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Diesel, Petrol, Plugin Hybrid
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
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Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
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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
150 - 272 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.90 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
6.1 - 9.7 s
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Max Speed
190 km/h
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Max Speed
204 - 221 km/h
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Torque
680 Nm
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Torque
250 - 400 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
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Number of Cylinders
4
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Power kW
380 kW
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Power kW
110 - 200 kW
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Engine capacity
-
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Engine capacity
1498 - 1984 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2024
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Model Year
2025 - 2026
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CO2 Efficiency Class
A
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CO2 Efficiency Class
E, F, G, B
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Brand
BYD
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Brand
VW
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The BYD Tang is available as All-Wheel Drive.