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BMW X3 vs GWM WEY 03 comparison

Compare performance (398 HP vs 442 HP), boot space and price (51,700 £ vs 41,100 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – BMW X3 or GWM WEY 03?

BMW X3 vs GWM WEY 03: Key differences

BMW X3

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  • somewhat quicker 0–100 km/h
  • somewhat lighter
  • very slightly more trunk space
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GWM WEY 03

  • clearly cheaper
  • only slightly more power
  • considerably more efficient
  • visibly more electric range
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By Achim Sedelmaier

Here’s where it gets real: The technical differences in detail

X3

Costs and Efficiency:

Price and efficiency are key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.

GWM WEY 03 is clearly cheaper – starting at 41,100 £ , while the BMW X3 costs 51,700 £ . That’s a price difference of around 10,628 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the GWM WEY 03 uses 0.5 L/100km and is considerably more efficient than the BMW X3 with 2.8 L/100km. The difference is about 2.3 L/100km.

As for electric range, the GWM WEY 03 offers visibly more range – reaching up to 139 km, about 51 km more than the BMW X3.

WEY 03

Engine and Performance:

Power, torque and acceleration are the classic benchmarks for car enthusiasts – and here, some clear differences start to show.

When it comes to engine power, the GWM WEY 03 offers only slightly more power – delivering 442 HP compared to 398 HP. That’s roughly 44 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the BMW X3 is somewhat quicker – completing the sprint in 4.6 s, while the GWM WEY 03 takes 5.3 s. That’s about 0.7 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the GWM WEY 03 delivers barely more torque with 685 Nm compared to 670 Nm. That’s about 15 Nm more.

X3

Space and Everyday Use:

Beyond pure performance, interior space and usability matter most in daily life. This is where you see which car is more practical and versatile.

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In terms of curb weight, BMW X3 is somewhat lighter – 1,930 kg compared to 2,175 kg. The difference is around 245 kg.

Looking at boot space, the BMW X3 offers very slightly more boot space – 570 L compared to 517 L. That’s a difference of about 53 L.

When it comes to payload, the BMW X3 carries visibly more – 570 kg compared to 375 kg. That’s a difference of about 195 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The GWM WEY 03 is far ahead overall in the objective data comparison.
This result only shows which model scores more points on paper – not which of the two cars feels right for you.

from £41,100
WEY 03

GWM WEY 03

  • Engine Type : Plugin Hybrid
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : All-Wheel Drive, Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 367 - 442 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 0.5 L/100km
  • Electric Range : 130 - 139 km
BMW X3
GWM WEY 03

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BMW X3

The BMW X3 mixes Bavarian poise with everyday practicality, delivering a composed ride and a cabin that feels both premium and lived-in. It’s the sort of SUV that lets you enjoy sporty handling without sacrificing family-friendly space, so you get fun and sense in one neat package.

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GWM WEY 03

The WEY 03 cuts a striking figure with sharp, futuristic styling and an interior that punches above its weight for premium feel and tech. For buyers after distinctive looks, a comfy cabin and confident handling without the same badge drama, it’s a compelling alternative that also adds a dash of personality to everyday driving.

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BMW X3
GWM WEY 03

Costs and Consumption

Price
51,700 - 73,000 £
Price
41,100 - 47,900 £
Consumption L/100km
2.8 - 7.7 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
0.5 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
88 km
Electric Range
130 - 139 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
64 - 175 g/km
co2
15 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,930 - 2,140 kg
Curb weight
2,175 - 2,295 kg
Trunk capacity
460 - 570 L
Trunk capacity
517 L
Length
-
Length
-
Width
1,920 mm
Width
1,890 mm
Height
-
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
570 kg
Payload
375 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Diesel MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
Engine Type
Plugin Hybrid
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive, Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
197 - 398 HP
Power HP
367 - 442 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.6 - 7.8 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.3 - 7.3 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
-
Torque
330 - 670 Nm
Torque
500 - 685 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4 - 6
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
145 - 293 kW
Power kW
270 - 325 kW
Engine capacity
1,995 - 2,998 cm3
Engine capacity
1,998 cm3

General

Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
Model Year
2024
CO2 Efficiency Class
F, E, B
CO2 Efficiency Class
B
Brand
BMW
Brand
GWM
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