Global EV Comparison: Tesla Model S Long Range Plus vs BYD Han AWD
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General Info
The BYD Han AWD (2023-…) is currently produced, it has a starting price of €69020. The Tesla Model S Long Range Plus (2020-2021) has been discontinued. You can find it for as low as €43950 on the used car market.
The Tesla Model S Long Range Plus (2020-2021) is a Liftback, whereas the BYD Han AWD (2023-…) is a Sedan.
| Property | Tesla Model S Long Range Plus | BYD Han AWD |
|---|---|---|
| Years of Production | 2020-2021 | 2023-… |
| Current Status | Discontinued | Produced |
| Country of Manufacture | Netherlands, USA | China |
| Body Style | Liftback | Sedan |
| Market Availability | EU, USA | EU |
| Price Europe (New) | - Price Europe (New) | €69020 |
| Price Europe (Used) | €43950 | €37480 |
| GCC Score | 7.6 | 6.4 |
Range and Efficiency
The Tesla Model S Long Range Plus (2020-2021) boasts a greater real-world range, a larger battery, and superior energy efficiency compared to the BYD Han AWD (2023-…).
| Property | Tesla Model S Long Range Plus | BYD Han AWD |
|---|---|---|
| Range (EPA) | 647 km | 604 km |
| Range (WLTP) | 652 km | 521 km |
| Range (GCC) | 584 km | 508 km |
| Battery Capacity (Nominal) | 103 kWh | 88 kWh |
| Battery Capacity (Usable) | 98 kWh | 85.4 kWh |
| Efficiency per 100 km | 16.8 kWh/100 km | 16.8 kWh/100 km |
| Efficiency per kWh | 5.96 km/kWh | 5.95 km/kWh |
| Range and Efficiency Score | 9.1 | 8.5 |
Charging
Both vehicles utilize a standard 400-volt architecture.
The Tesla Model S Long Range Plus (2020-2021) offers faster charging speeds at DC stations, reaching up to 250 kW, while the BYD Han AWD (2023-…) maxes out at 120 kW.
The Tesla Model S Long Range Plus (2020-2021) features a more powerful on-board charger, supporting a maximum AC charging power of 16.5 kW, whereas the BYD Han AWD (2023-…) is limited to 6.6 kW.
| Property | Tesla Model S Long Range Plus | BYD Han AWD |
|---|---|---|
| Max Charging Power (AC) | 16.5 kW | 6.6 kW |
| Max Charging Power (DC) | 250 kW | 120 kW |
| Architecture | 400 V | 400 V |
| Charge Port | Tesla Type 2 (Mennekes) | CCS Type 2 |
| Charging Score | 8 | 4.7 |
Performance
Both vehicles are all-wheel drive.
The Tesla Model S Long Range Plus (2020-2021) boasts greater motor power and accelerates faster from 0 to 100 km/h.
| Property | Tesla Model S Long Range Plus | BYD Han AWD |
|---|---|---|
| Drive Type | AWD | AWD |
| Motor Type | PMSM (front), PMSM (rear) | PMSM (front), PMSM (rear) |
| Motor Power (kW) | 398 kW | 380 kW |
| Motor Power (hp) | 534 hp | 510 hp |
| Motor Torque | 755 Nm | 700 Nm |
| 0-100 km/h | 3.8 s | 3.9 s |
| Top Speed | 250 km/h | 180 km/h |
| Performance Score | 6.9 | 6 |
Dimensions
The Tesla Model S Long Range Plus (2020-2021) has a wider body, offering a more shoulder room, while the BYD Han AWD (2023-…) stands taller for a more elevated driving position. Despite these differences, their lengths are nearly identical.
Both models have similar wheelbase lengths.
| Property | Tesla Model S Long Range Plus | BYD Han AWD |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 4970 mm | 4995 mm |
| Width (with Mirrors) | 2189 mm | 2134 mm |
| Width (w/o Mirrors) | 1964 mm | 1910 mm |
| Height | 1445 mm | 1495 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2960 mm | 2920 mm |
Cargo and Towing
A frunk (front trunk) is available in the Tesla Model S Long Range Plus (2020-2021), but the BYD Han AWD (2023-…) doesn’t have one.
Neither vehicle is officially rated for towing in in the EU.
| Property | Tesla Model S Long Range Plus | BYD Han AWD |
|---|---|---|
| Number of Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Curb Weight | 2290 kg | 2250 kg |
| Cargo Volume (Trunk) | 745 l | 410 l |
| Cargo Volume (Max) | 1645 l | - Cargo Volume (Max) |
| Cargo Volume (Frunk) | 60 l | - Cargo Volume (Frunk) |
| Towing Capacity | - Towing Capacity | - Towing Capacity |
| Cargo and Towing Score | 5.5 | 5.2 |
