BYD Tang vs MINI Cooper Electric
Price, estimated monthly instalment and specifications of the BYD Tang and the MINI Cooper Electric 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 British United Automobiles Inc. (Autohub Group). Last verified .
Photo: BYD Cars Philippines, via bydcarsphilippines.com.
BYD Tang
Performance variant
- SRP
- ₱3,421,000
- Est. monthly
- ₱59,532
Photo: MINI Philippines (British United Automobiles Inc.), via mini.com.ph.
MINI Cooper Electric
Cooper SE variant
- SRP
- ₱3,300,000
- Est. monthly
- ₱57,426
How they differ
- The MINI Cooper Electric is the less expensive of the two: it starts at ₱3,300,000, which is ₱121,000 (4%) below the BYD Tang at ₱3,421,000.
- On installment at our default terms, the Cooper Electric is estimated at ₱57,426 a month against ₱59,532 for the Tang, a difference of ₱2,106 a month.
- The Tang makes more power (515 PS against 217.6 PS for the Cooper Electric).
- The Tang has more torque (700 Nm against 330 Nm for the Cooper Electric).
- The Tang claims the longer range (530 km against 402 km for the Cooper Electric).
- The Tang has the larger battery (108.8 kWh against 49.2 kWh for the Cooper Electric).
- The Tang is the longer vehicle (4,970 mm against 3,858 mm for the Cooper Electric).
- The Tang seats 7, the Cooper Electric seats 4.
Specifications side by side
| Specification | BYD TangPerformance, ₱3,421,000 | MINI Cooper ElectricCooper SE, ₱3,300,000 |
|---|---|---|
| Engine and performance | ||
| Engine (differs) | Dual permanent magnet synchronous motors: front 244 PS, rear 271 PS, 350 Nm each | Front-mounted electric motor |
| Max power (differs) | 515 PS | 217.6 PS |
| Max torque (differs) | 700 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Electric powertrain | ||
| Battery capacity (differs) | 108.8 kWh | 49.2 kWh |
| Battery type (differs) | BYD Blade Battery (lithium iron phosphate) | n/a |
| Electric range (differs) | 530 km | 402 km |
| Range test cycle | WLTP | WLTP |
| Motor power (differs) | 379 kW | 160 kW |
| AC charging | 11 kW | 11 kW |
| DC fast charging (differs) | 170 kW | 95 kW |
| Charging time (differs) | DC 0.5 h from 30% to 80%; AC 15 h from 0% to 100% | About 30 min from 10 to 80% at up to 95 kW DC |
| Transmission | ||
| Transmission (differs) | n/a | Single-speed automatic |
| Drivetrain (differs) | Four-wheel drive | Front-wheel drive |
| Dimensions and weight | ||
| Length (differs) | 4970 mm | 3858 mm |
| Width (differs) | 1950 mm | 1756 mm |
| Height (differs) | 1745 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase (differs) | 2820 mm | 2526 mm |
| Ground clearance (differs) | 150 mm | n/a |
| Curb weight (differs) | 2630 kg | 1605 kg |
| Capacity | ||
| Seats (differs) | 7 | 4 |
| Cargo volume (differs) | 235 L | 210 L |
| Chassis and brakes | ||
| Front suspension (differs) | MacPherson strut | n/a |
| Rear suspension (differs) | Multi-link | n/a |
| Front brake (differs) | Drilled disc (Brembo) | n/a |
| Rear brake (differs) | Solid disc | n/a |
| Tyres (differs) | 265/45 R21 | n/a |
| Wheels (differs) | Alloy | n/a |
| Safety | ||
| ABS (differs) | ABS with EBD | n/a |
| Driver assistance (differs) | 360-degree camera, head-up display, stop-and-go adaptive cruise control, automatic emergency braking, lane keeping assist, front and rear cross traffic alert and braking, blind spot detection | Collision Warning with Brake Intervention, Lane Change Warning, Crossing Traffic Warning and Speed Limit Assist; Parking Assistant |
| Stability control (differs) | Electronic Stability Control with traction control | n/a |
| Features | ||
| Infotainment (differs) | 15.6-inch rotating touchscreen, Dynaudio 12-speaker audio | 240 mm circular OLED touchscreen with MINI Operating System 9, navigation and 'Hey MINI' voice assistant |
| Smartphone connectivity (differs) | Apple CarPlay, Android Auto, Bluetooth | n/a |
| Instrument panel (differs) | 12.3-inch display | Driving information shown on the circular OLED centre display |
| Headlight (differs) | Adaptive LED | n/a |
| Keyless system (differs) | Smart entry with keyless start | n/a |
| Other features (differs) | DiSus-C suspension; Vehicle-to-Load (V2L); panoramic sunroof; Nappa leather with massage front seats; heat pump air conditioning; top speed 190 km/h; 0-100 km/h in 4.9 s | MINI Experience Modes (including Go-Kart mode) that change display theme, ambient lighting and sound |
| Ownership | ||
| Warranty (differs) | 6 years or 150,000 km, whichever comes first | n/a |
| Battery warranty (differs) | 8 years or 160,000 km, whichever comes first (minimum 70% state of health) | n/a |
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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.