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Nissan Ariya vs BYD Han comparison

Compare performance (435 HP vs 517 HP), boot space and price (54,800 £ vs 59,200 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Nissan Ariya or BYD Han?

Nissan Ariya vs BYD Han: Key differences

Nissan Ariya

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  • very slightly cheaper
  • only slightly lighter
  • very slightly more trunk space
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BYD Han

  • slightly more power
  • noticeably more efficient
  • somewhat more electric range
  • noticeably quicker 0–100 km/h
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By Achim Sedelmaier

Here’s where it gets real: The technical differences in detail

Ariya

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.

Nissan Ariya is very slightly cheaper – starting at 54,800 £ , while the BYD Han costs 59,200 £ . That’s a price difference of around 4,312 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the BYD Han is noticeably more efficient: consuming 18.5 kWh/100km compared to 24.5 kWh/100km for the Nissan Ariya. That’s a difference of about 6 kWh/100km.

As for electric range, the BYD Han offers somewhat more range – reaching up to 521 km, about 104 km more than the Nissan Ariya.

Han

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 Han offers slightly more power – delivering 517 HP compared to 435 HP. That’s roughly 82 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the BYD Han is noticeably quicker – completing the sprint in 3.9 s, while the Nissan Ariya takes 5 s. That’s about 1.1 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the BYD Han delivers somewhat more torque with 700 Nm compared to 600 Nm. That’s about 100 Nm more.

Ariya

Space and Everyday Use:

Cabin size, boot volume and payload all play a role in everyday practicality. Here, comfort and flexibility make the difference.

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In terms of curb weight, Nissan Ariya is only slightly lighter – 2,277 kg compared to 2,325 kg. The difference is around 48 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Nissan Ariya offers very slightly more boot space – 415 L compared to 410 L. That’s a difference of about 5 L.

When it comes to payload, the Nissan Ariya carries only slightly more – 363 kg compared to 335 kg. That’s a difference of about 28 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The BYD Han stands well ahead of its rival 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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Han

BYD Han

  • Engine Type Electric
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 517 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km 18.5 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range 521 km
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The BYD Han is a sleek, cinematic fastback saloon that pairs dramatic styling with a surprisingly plush cabin and a genuinely high-tech feel. It undercuts established rivals on price while delivering composed handling, generous equipment and long-legged electric confidence — a car that will make badge-conscious buyers sit up and take notice.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
54,800 £
Price
59,200 - 62,200 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
24.5 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
18.5 kWh/100km
Electric Range
417 km
Electric Range
521 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
0 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
SUV
Body Type
Sedan
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
4
Curb weight
2,277 kg
Curb weight
2,325 kg
Trunk capacity
415 L
Trunk capacity
410 L
Length
-
Length
4,995 mm
Width
1,850 mm
Width
1,910 mm
Height
-
Height
1,495 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
363 kg
Payload
335 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Electric
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
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Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
435 HP
Power HP
517 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.9 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
180 km/h
Torque
600 Nm
Torque
700 Nm
Number of Cylinders
-
Number of Cylinders
-
Power kW
320 kW
Power kW
380 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
-

General
Model Year
2025
Model Year
2023
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Nissan
Brand
BYD
Is the Nissan Ariya offered with different drivetrains?

Available configurations include All-Wheel Drive.

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