Compare performance (102 HP vs 517 HP), boot space and price (17,100 £ vs 64,300 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Renault Express 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.
Renault Express is substantially cheaper – starting at 17,100 £ , while the BYD Tang costs 64,300 £ . That’s a price difference of around 47,160 £.
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 clearly more power – delivering 517 HP compared to 102 HP. That’s roughly 415 HP more horsepower.
When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the BYD Tang is considerably quicker – completing the sprint in 4.9 s, while the Renault Express takes 11.9 s. That’s about 7 s quicker.
There’s also a difference in torque: the BYD Tang delivers significantly more torque with 680 Nm compared to 240 Nm. That’s about 440 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 2.
In terms of curb weight, Renault Express is clearly lighter – 1,296 kg compared to 2,630 kg. The difference is around 1,334 kg.
When it comes to payload, the Renault Express carries somewhat more – 700 kg compared to 575 kg. That’s a difference of about 125 kg.
The BYD Tang 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.
The Renault Express is a no-nonsense city van that pairs clever packaging and practical cargo space with an easy-to-drive, fuss-free character. Built for small businesses and active families, it delivers rugged reliability and low running costs without pretension — a sensible workhorse with a wink.
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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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Price
17,100 - 19,500 £
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Price
64,300 £
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Consumption L/100km
4.6 - 6.6 L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
-
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
24 kWh/100km
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Electric Range
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Electric Range
530 km
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Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
-
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co2
121 - 149 g/km
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co2
0 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
50 L
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Fuel tank capacity
-
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
Cargo Van
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Body Type
SUV
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Seats
2
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Seats
7
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Doors
4
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Doors
-
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Curb weight
1,296 - 1,390 kg
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Curb weight
2,630 kg
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Trunk capacity
-
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Trunk capacity
235 L
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Length
4,393 mm
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Length
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Width
1,775 mm
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Width
1,955 mm
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Height
1,811 mm
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Height
-
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Max trunk capacity
3,300 L
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Payload
575 - 700 kg
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Payload
575 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Diesel, Petrol
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Engine Type
Electric
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Transmission
Manuel
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox
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Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
75 - 102 HP
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Power HP
517 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
11.9 - 16.3 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.9 s
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Max Speed
100 - 167 km/h
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Max Speed
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Torque
200 - 240 Nm
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Torque
680 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
4
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Number of Cylinders
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Power kW
55 - 75 kW
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Power kW
380 kW
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Engine capacity
1,332 - 1,461 cm3
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Engine capacity
-
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General |
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Model Year
2021
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Model Year
2024
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CO2 Efficiency Class
D, E
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CO2 Efficiency Class
A
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Brand
Renault
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Brand
BYD
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