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BYD Han DM-i vs Tesla Model 3 — Side by side
Detailed face-off between the BYD Han DM-i and the Tesla Model 3: price, full specs, equipment, pros and watch-outs. Updated 2026.
At a glance
Both models share a near-identical entry price (MAD 459,000 vs MAD 459,000).
Editorial verdict
Which should you pick?
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Spec sheet comparison
| — | BYD Han DM-i | Tesla Model 3 |
|---|---|---|
| Brand | BYD | Tesla |
| Body | Sedan | Sedan |
| Fuel | Plug-in hybrid | Electric |
| Gearbox | Automatic | Single-speed |
| Power | 242 ch | 510 ch |
| Battery | 18.3 kWh | 79 kWh |
| Range | 100 km | 629 km |
| Consumption | 4.3 L/100 km | — |
| Year | 2026 | 2026 |
| Entry price | MAD 459,000 | MAD 459,000 |
| Top trim price | MAD 559,000 | MAD 619,000 |
Pros and watch-outs
BYD Han DM-i
Pros
- PHEV combined consumption < 1 L/100 — BYD's DM-i 5.0 recognised world's most efficient
- 100 km EV WLTP + 1,200 km combined range — absolute record MA D-segment
- 0 MAD TVM (PHEV exempt) + overnight home outlet charge 8h to 100%
- Premium Han equipment — 15.6'' rotating Dilink + massaging Nappa seats + Dynaudio
- 18.3 kWh LFP Blade battery warranted 8 years / 160,000 km BYD
Watch-outs
- Auto Hall BYD network 6-7 dealerships (vs Camry Toyota du Maroc 30+, Sonata Hyundai Maroc 35+)
- "Chinese sedan" image being built in MA (Han 2023 vs Camry/Sonata 20+ years MA)
- 4.98 m long format — +90 mm vs Camry/Sonata (difficult tight urban parking)
Tesla Model 3
Pros
- Tesla Supercharger 7-station MA network by end-2026 — densest for EV in Morocco
- Autopilot and Full Self-Driving — most advanced worldwide
- Reference EV efficiency ~14 kWh/100 km — best of all rivals
- Performance 510 hp / 0-100 in 3.1 s — sub-Plaid but well above Cupra Born VZ
- Regular OTA updates — the car evolves after purchase
Watch-outs
- 100% central-screen ergonomics — no cluster, no physical buttons
- Tesla MA service — 1 service centre in Casablanca only
- ~58% resale at 3 years — below expectations given image (high collision repair costs)
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Frequently asked — BYD Han DM-i vs Tesla Model 3
BYD Han DM-i or Tesla Model 3: which to pick in Morocco 2026?
It depends on your profile. If your top criterion is overall budget, look at the Tesla Model 3 (entry MAD 459,000). If you prioritise the engine or standard equipment, compare the spec sheet above line by line. For purely urban use in Morocco, fuel consumption and exterior size matter more than power; for long Casa-Tanger or Casa-Marrakech trips, power and motorway comfort become decisive.
What's the price gap between the BYD Han DM-i and the Tesla Model 3?
The BYD Han DM-i starts at MAD 459,000 versus MAD 459,000 for the Tesla Model 3, a 0% gap at entry. On top trims, the gap may close or invert — check each model's detailed page for the exact figure on the trim you're considering.
Which one holds value better when sold used?
In Morocco, Japanese and German C-SUVs (Toyota RAV4, VW Tiguan) typically retain 65-70% of their new price at 3 years, ahead of Chinese brands and newer SUVs that plateau around 55-60%. For an exact figure on your model, run the estimator at the top of each model page — it computes median + p25-p75 range based on the year and mileage you enter.
Where can the BYD Han DM-i and Tesla Model 3 be test-driven in Morocco?
Both models are sold through their importers' official dealer networks in Morocco. For the latest list with addresses and phone numbers, see each model's /neuf/ page — every page lists the official importer and helps you find the nearest dealer to your city.