Jaguar I-Pace and BYD Tang EV are fully electric SUVs with different priorities. The Jaguar sits in the premium performance SUV segment for buyers who value speed, handling, and interior quality. The BYD targets families needing space, optional 7 seats, and practical daily use at a lower cost.
Range favors the Jaguar on paper with up to about 470 km WLTP, while the BYD Tang EV sits closer to around 400 km WLTP depending on battery version. Charging differs less. The Jaguar supports around 100 kW DC fast charging with 10 to 80 percent in about 40–45 minutes. The BYD Tang also supports roughly 100–110 kW DC, with similar 30–40 minute fast charge windows, though real-world speed varies with battery size and charger type.
Price positioning separates them clearly. The Jaguar sits in the premium price tier, while the BYD Tang undercuts it in most markets. Availability differs too. Jaguar sells mainly in Europe and select global markets, while BYD focuses on China and expanding regions like Europe and parts of Asia. This page helps you choose between a performance-focused premium SUV and a larger, more practical electric SUV with lower cost.
Within Jaguar, other EV efforts include upcoming next-generation electric GT models as the brand shifts fully electric. Within BYD, EVs include models like the Han sedan and Atto 3, along with newer high-performance and long-range vehicles using Blade battery tech.
The Jaguar I-Pace delivers strong acceleration, refined interior quality, and balanced handling, but it has higher cost and limited interior space for families; the BYD Tang EV offers more seating capacity, lower price, and solid real-world usability, but it has less premium interior feel and lower efficiency at highway speeds.
QUICK VERDICT
Pick the Jaguar I-Pace if you want performance, handling, and premium build. Pick the BYD Tang EV if you need space, flexibility, and lower ownership cost.
| Models |
Jaguar I-Pace EV400 |
| Announced |
2023, January 11 2024, January 26 |
| Status |
Available to order. Released 2023, January Available to order. Released 2024, December |
| Country of origin | UK China |
| Base Price |
€ 92,400 £ 70,000 € 69,600 |
| Power |
AWD 400 hp (294 kW) AWD 517 hp (380 kW) |
| Torque |
696 Nm (513 lb-ft) 680 Nm (502 lb-ft) |
| Acceleration The acceleration numbers are an easy way to compare car performance. We list either time from 0 to 100 km/h or time from 0 to 60mph, depending on which number(s) the manufacturers provide. The lower the acceleration time, the higher performance the car is. |
4.5 sec 0-60 mph (4.8 sec 0-62 mph)
4.9 sec 0-62 mph |
| Max Speed |
124 mph (200 km/h)
112 mph (180 km/h) |
| transmission | Single-speed |
| Capacity |
84.7 kWh usable, 90 kWh total
108 kWh total |
| Tech |
Liquid-cooled Li-ion 390V Liquid-cooled Li-ion LFP battery |
| Range |
286 mi WLTP 329 mi WLTP |
| Consumption |
362 Wh/mi WLTP Consumption |
| Recuperation |
Yes, automatic level adjustment Yes |
| Heat Pump | |
| AC Charging |
Type 2 11 kW, 0-100% in 8 hours 30 min Type 2 7 kW, 0-100% in 13 hours Type 2 11 kW |
| DC Charging |
CCS 100 kW max
CCS 190 kW |
| Others | Vehicle to load (V2L) |
| Type |
5 door SUV, 5 seats
5 door SUV, 5/7 seats |
| Platform | JLR D7e e-platform 3.0 |
| Dimensions |
4682 x 2011 x 1566 mm (184.3 x 79.2 x 61.7 in)
4870 x 1950 x 1725 mm (191.7 x 76.8 x 67.9 in) |
| Drag Co-Efficient | 0.29 Cd 0.335 Cd |
| Wheelbase |
2990 mm (117.7 in)
2820 mm (111.0 in) |
| Clearance | 142 - 174 mm (5.6 - 6.9 in) |
| Weight | EU: 2226 kg unladen, 2670 kg gross EU: 2705 kg unladen, 3204 kg gross |
| Suspension |
Coil suspension or Active Air Suspension (automatically lowers the car by 10mm at 105+ km/h)
Front MacPherson struts, rear multi-link, independent front and rear suspension |
| Wheels | R18, R19, R20, R22 R20, R22 |
| Trunk/Boot |
EU: 505 l, 1163 l max EU: 940 l, 1655 l max |
| Frunk/Bonnet | No No |
| Towing | EU: 750 kg unbraked, 750 kg braked EU: 750 kg unbraked, 1500 kg braked |
| Centre |
5.5" and 10" touchscreens 12.8" rotating touchscreen |
| Driver's Display |
12.3"
12.3" |
| Head-Up | Yes, projector type No |
| Seats |
Heated and cooled front seats, heated outer rear seats Heated and ventilated front seats |
| Roof |
Panoramic glass roof, fixed Panoramic glass roof, tilt & slide |
| Parking Aids |
Front and rear sensors, 360 camera, reversing camera Front and rear sensors, 360 camera, reversing camera |
| Connectivity |
Wireless Android Auto and Apple CarPlay Android Auto and Apple CarPlay |
| Airbags |
6 airbags: side airbags, front and rear; head airbag system 8 airbags: front, side, rear, 3rd row side, including head airbag system |
| Driving Aids |
Front radar and camera. Emergency Brake Assist, Emergency Braking, Driver Condition Monitor, Lane Keep Assist, Traffic Sign Recognition, Blind Spot Assist, Rear Traffic Monitor, Clear Exit Monitor, Rear Collision Monitor
3 radars, 8 cameras, 12 sensors. Blind Spot Warning, High Beam Assist, Advanced Driver Assistance System, Lane departure Warning, Predictive Collision Warning, Automatic Emergency Braking, Traffic Sign Recognition |
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