BYD Tang DM-i vs Lynk & Co 08 EM-P
Price, estimated monthly instalment and specifications of the BYD Tang DM-i and the Lynk & Co 08 EM-P as sold in the Philippines, using each model's lowest-priced variant.
Source: Mobility Access Philippines Ventures, Inc. (BYD Cars Philippines), an ACMobility company and Geely Motor Philippines Corporation. Last verified .
Photo: BYD Cars Philippines, via bydcarsphilippines.com.
BYD Tang DM-i
Standard variant
- SRP
- ₱2,148,000
- Est. monthly
- ₱37,379
Photo: Lynk & Co Philippines, via lynkco.com.
Lynk & Co 08 EM-P
Pro variant
- SRP
- ₱2,198,000
- Est. monthly
- ₱38,249
How they differ
- The BYD Tang DM-i is the less expensive of the two: it starts at ₱2,148,000, which is ₱50,000 (2%) below the Lynk & Co 08 EM-P at ₱2,198,000.
- On installment at our default terms, the Tang DM-i is estimated at ₱37,379 a month against ₱38,249 for the 08 EM-P, a difference of ₱870 a month.
- The Tang DM-i seats 7, the 08 EM-P seats 5.
Specifications side by side
| Specification | BYD Tang DM-iStandard, ₱2,148,000 | Lynk & Co 08 EM-PPro, ₱2,198,000 |
|---|---|---|
| Engine and performance | ||
| Engine (differs) | Super DM-i plug-in hybrid: 1.5L turbo high-efficiency generator engine with permanent magnet synchronous motor | 1.5L turbo gasoline (BHE15) plug-in hybrid |
| Displacement (differs) | 1500 cc | n/a |
| Max power (differs) | 271 PS | n/a |
| Max torque (differs) | 315 Nm | n/a |
| Electric powertrain | ||
| Battery capacity (differs) | 21.5 kWh | 39.6 kWh |
| Battery type (differs) | BYD Blade Battery (lithium iron phosphate) | n/a |
| Electric range (differs) | 110 km | 245 km |
| Range test cycle (differs) | NEDC (electric only) | CLTC |
| Motor power (differs) | 199 kW | 155 kW |
| AC charging (differs) | 7 kW | n/a |
| DC fast charging (differs) | 40 kW | n/a |
| Charging time (differs) | DC 0.5 h from 30% to 80%; AC 3 h from 15% to 100% | DC 30-80% in 28 minutes |
| Transmission | ||
| Transmission (differs) | n/a | 3DHT Evo dedicated hybrid transmission |
| Drivetrain | Front-wheel drive | Front-wheel drive |
| Dimensions and weight | ||
| Length (differs) | 4870 mm | 4820 mm |
| Width (differs) | 1950 mm | 1915 mm |
| Height (differs) | 1725 mm | 1685 mm |
| Wheelbase (differs) | 2820 mm | 2848 mm |
| Ground clearance (differs) | 182 mm | n/a |
| Curb weight (differs) | 2130 kg | 2100 kg |
| Turning radius (differs) | 5.9 m | n/a |
| Capacity | ||
| Seats (differs) | 7 | 5 |
| Fuel tank (differs) | 53 L | 60 L |
| Cargo volume (differs) | 235 L | 545 L |
| Chassis and brakes | ||
| Front suspension | MacPherson strut | MacPherson strut |
| Rear suspension (differs) | Multi-link | Multi-link independent |
| Front brake (differs) | Ventilated disc | n/a |
| Rear brake (differs) | Solid disc | n/a |
| Tyres (differs) | 255/50 R20 | 235/55R19 |
| Wheels (differs) | Alloy | 19-inch aluminium alloy, low-drag design |
| Safety | ||
| ABS (differs) | ABS with EBD | ABS with EBD and brake assist |
| Airbags (differs) | n/a | 7 |
| Driver assistance (differs) | 360-degree camera, 8 parking sensors, adaptive cruise control, automatic emergency braking, lane departure assistance, blind spot monitoring, rear cross traffic alert and braking | Full-speed adaptive cruise control, AEB with pedestrian detection, lane departure warning, lane keeping assist, blind spot detection, lane change assist, door open warning, front and rear cross traffic alert, rear collision mitigation, evasive manoeuvre assist, front and rear parking sensors, visual park assist, driver monitoring |
| Stability control (differs) | Electronic Stability Control with traction control | ESC with traction control, anti-rollover, hill-start assist and hill descent control |
| Features | ||
| Infotainment (differs) | 15.6-inch touchscreen, Dynaudio 12-speaker audio | 15.4-inch touchscreen with online navigation, voice assistant and app store; Harman Kardon audio optional |
| Smartphone connectivity (differs) | Apple CarPlay, Android Auto, Bluetooth | Phone mirroring, Bluetooth, wireless charging, in-car Wi-Fi |
| Instrument panel (differs) | 12.3-inch LCD | 10.2-inch TFT cluster |
| Headlight (differs) | LED | Full LED with intelligent high beam, manual levelling |
| Keyless system (differs) | Smart entry with keyless start, NFC card | Intelligent remote key (2 supplied) |
| Other features (differs) | Combined range up to 1,160 km; front, side and curtain airbags; Vehicle-to-Load (V2L); panoramic sunroof; power tailgate; top speed 200 km/h; 0-100 km/h in 7.5 s | Openable panoramic sunroof, power tailgate, dual-zone climate, ventilated power front seats with memory, PU leather seats |
| Ownership | ||
| Warranty (differs) | 6 years or 150,000 km, whichever comes first | 5 years or 150,000 km |
| Battery warranty (differs) | 8 years or 160,000 km, whichever comes first (minimum 70% state of health) | High-voltage battery 8 years, unlimited mileage |
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Prices are the distributor's suggested retail prices as of the verified date and may differ at dealers. Registration, insurance and other fees are not included unless stated.



