Compare performance (517 HP vs 517 HP), boot space and price (67,400 £ vs 64,300 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Polestar 3 or BYD Tang?
When it comes to price and running costs, the biggest differences usually appear. This is often where you see which car fits your budget better in the long run.
BYD Tang is marginally cheaper – starting at 64,300 £ , while the Polestar 3 costs 67,400 £ . That’s a price difference of around 3,077 £.
In terms of energy consumption, the Polestar 3 is visibly more efficient: consuming 17.6 kWh/100km compared to 24 kWh/100km for the BYD Tang. That’s a difference of about 6.4 kWh/100km.
As for electric range, the Polestar 3 offers visibly more range – reaching up to 706 km, about 176 km more than the BYD Tang.
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.
Both models deliver identical power – 517 HP each.
When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Polestar 3 is marginally quicker – completing the sprint in 4.7 s, while the BYD Tang takes 4.9 s. That’s about 0.2 s quicker.
There’s also a difference in torque: the Polestar 3 delivers clearly more torque with 910 Nm compared to 680 Nm. That’s about 230 Nm more.
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, Polestar 3 is very slightly lighter – 2,575 kg compared to 2,630 kg. The difference is around 55 kg.
Looking at boot space, the Polestar 3 offers clearly more boot space – 484 L compared to 235 L. That’s a difference of about 249 L.
When it comes to payload, the BYD Tang carries moderately more – 575 kg compared to 496 kg. That’s a difference of about 79 kg.
The Polestar 3 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.
Polestar 3 arrives as a Scandinavian-styled electric SUV that marries minimalist design with a statuesque presence, looking smarter than most in the car park. Inside, the cabin feels airy and thoughtful, with tech and driving manners that lean toward composed comfort rather than outright drama — perfect for buyers who want electric prestige without shouting about it.
detailsThe 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.
detailsCosts and Consumption |
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Price
67,400 - 79,000 £
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Price
64,300 £
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Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
-
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Consumption kWh/100km
17.6 - 21.9 kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
24 kWh/100km
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Electric Range
567 - 706 km
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Electric Range
530 km
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Battery Capacity
107 kWh
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Battery Capacity
-
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co2
0 g/km
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co2
0 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
SUV
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Seats
5
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Seats
7
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Doors
5
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Doors
-
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Curb weight
2,575 - 2,584 kg
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Curb weight
2,630 kg
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Trunk capacity
484 L
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Trunk capacity
235 L
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Length
4,900 mm
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Length
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Width
1,935 mm
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Width
1,955 mm
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Height
1,614 - 1,618 mm
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Height
-
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Max trunk capacity
1,411 L
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Payload
285 - 496 kg
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Payload
575 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Electric
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Engine Type
Electric
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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
Reduction Gearbox
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Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
299 - 517 HP
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Power HP
517 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.7 - 7.8 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.9 s
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Max Speed
180 - 210 km/h
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Max Speed
-
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Torque
490 - 910 Nm
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Torque
680 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
-
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Number of Cylinders
-
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Power kW
220 - 380 kW
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Power kW
380 kW
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Engine capacity
-
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Engine capacity
-
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General |
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Model Year
2024
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Model Year
2024
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CO2 Efficiency Class
A
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CO2 Efficiency Class
A
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Brand
Polestar
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Brand
BYD
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