BYD Tang DM-i (2026) vs Hongqi HS3 1.5T 2WD (2025)

BYD Tang DM-i (2026) vs Hongqi HS3 1.5T 2WD (2025): which should you buy?

For Filipino buyers weighing price, power and practicality between the BYD Tang DM‑i 2026 and the Hongqi HS3 1.5T 2025, the BYD Tang DM‑i offers a clear advantage in value and performance. Priced at ₱2,148,000 versus the HS3’s ₱1,980,000, the Tang DM‑i is only 168,000 pesos more expensive but delivers a substantially higher power output of 271 PS compared to the HS3’s 169 PS, and a torque advantage of 315 Nm over 258 Nm. This translates into a more spirited driving experience, especially useful for the often congested Philippine roads and occasional highway use. The Tang DM‑i’s plug‑in hybrid (PHEV) fuel type also provides potential savings on fuel and lower emissions, a benefit not available in the HS3’s pure gasoline engine. In terms of practicality, the Tang DM‑i seats seven (2+3+2) across three rows, offering more passenger capacity than the HS3’s five‑seat (2+3) layout; this is ideal for families or groups. Both vehicles share a 6‑speed automatic transmission and FWD layout, but the Tang DM‑i’s 6‑speed is simpler than the HS3’s 7‑speed DCT. Warranty coverage also favors the Tang DM‑i with a longer term of 6 years or 150,000 km versus the HS3’s 5 years. Therefore, buyers prioritizing higher power, hybrid efficiency and larger seating should opt for the BYD Tang DM‑i, while those on a tighter budget who need only five seats may consider the Hongqi HS3.