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BMW X5 vs GWM WEY 03 - Differences and prices compared

Compare performance (625 HP vs 442 HP), boot space and price (77100 £ vs 41100 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – BMW X5 or GWM WEY 03?

BMW X5

GWM WEY 03

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

X5

Costs and Efficiency:

Price and efficiency are often the first things buyers look at. Here it becomes clear which model has the long-term edge – whether at the pump, the plug, or in purchase price.

GWM WEY 03 has a clearly advantage in terms of price – it starts at 41100 £ , while the BMW X5 costs 77100 £ . That’s a price difference of around 36000 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: GWM WEY 03 manages with 0.50 L and is therefore convincingly more efficient than the BMW X5 with 3 L. The difference is about 2.50 L per 100 km.

As for electric range, the GWM WEY 03 performs evident better – achieving up to 139 km, about 34 km more than the BMW X5.

X5

Engine and Performance:

Under the bonnet, it becomes clear which model is tuned for sportiness and which one takes the lead when you hit the accelerator.

When it comes to engine power, the BMW X5 has a distinct edge – offering 625 HP compared to 442 HP. That’s roughly 183 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the BMW X5 is noticeable quicker – completing the sprint in 3.90 s, while the GWM WEY 03 takes 5.30 s. That’s about 1.40 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the BMW X5 performs slight better – reaching 250 km/h, while the GWM WEY 03 tops out at 230 km/h. The difference is around 20 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: BMW X5 pulls slight stronger with 750 Nm compared to 685 Nm. That’s about 65 Nm difference.

X5

Space and Everyday Use:

Cabin size, boot volume and payload all play a role in everyday practicality. Here, comfort and flexibility make the difference.

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In curb weight, GWM WEY 03 is slight lighter – 2175 kg compared to 2240 kg. The difference is around 65 kg.

In terms of boot space, the BMW X5 offers evident more room – 650 L compared to 517 L. That’s a difference of about 133 L.

In maximum load capacity, the BMW X5 performs clearly perceptible better – up to 1870 L, which is about 581 L more than the GWM WEY 03.

When it comes to payload, BMW X5 decisively takes the win – 705 kg compared to 375 kg. That’s a difference of about 330 kg.

Who wins the race?

The GWM WEY 03 proves to be is largely superior and therefore becomes our DriveDuel Champion!
GWM WEY 03 is the better all-rounder in this comparison.

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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 : 0.50 L
  • Electric Range : 130 - 139 km
BMW X5
GWM WEY 03

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BMW X5

The BMW X5 blends athletic handling with a roomy, premium interior, feeling equally at home on twisty country roads and the school-run car park. Its executive-lounge cabin and confident road presence make it a tempting choice for buyers who want comfort, capability and just a little bit of bragging rights.

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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 X5
GWM WEY 03

Costs and Consumption

Price
77100 - 143500 £
Price
41100 - 47900 £
Consumption L/100km
3 - 12.8 L
Consumption L/100km
0.50 L
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
105 km
Electric Range
130 - 139 km
Battery Capacity
25.70 kWh
Battery Capacity
28.90 kWh
co2
68 - 289 g/km
co2
15 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
69 - 83 L
Fuel tank capacity
55 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
2240 - 2495 kg
Curb weight
2175 - 2295 kg
Trunk capacity
500 - 650 L
Trunk capacity
517 L
Length
4935 mm
Length
4688 mm
Width
2004 - 2015 mm
Width
1890 mm
Height
1755 - 1765 mm
Height
1730 mm
Max trunk capacity
1720 - 1870 L
Max trunk capacity
1289 L
Payload
565 - 705 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
298 - 625 HP
Power HP
367 - 442 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.9 - 6.1 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.3 - 7.3 s
Max Speed
250 km/h
Max Speed
230 km/h
Torque
540 - 750 Nm
Torque
500 - 685 Nm
Number of Cylinders
6 - 8
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
219 - 460 kW
Power kW
270 - 325 kW
Engine capacity
2993 - 4395 cm3
Engine capacity
1998 cm3

General

Model Year
2025
Model Year
2024
CO2 Efficiency Class
G, B
CO2 Efficiency Class
B
Brand
BMW
Brand
GWM
Is the BMW X5 offered with different drivetrains?

The BMW X5 is available as All-Wheel Drive.

The prices shown are estimates based on German list prices, adjusted for local VAT. Local registration taxes (e.g. NoVA, BPM or CO2 malus) are not included. This information is not legally binding.