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Ford Transit Connect vs GWM WEY 03 comparison

Compare performance (122 HP vs 442 HP), boot space and price (30,800 £ vs 41,100 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Ford Transit Connect or GWM WEY 03?

Ford Transit Connect vs GWM WEY 03: Key differences

Ford Transit Connect

  • clearly cheaper
  • clearly lighter
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GWM WEY 03

  • substantially more power
  • significantly quicker 0–100 km/h
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By Achim Sedelmaier

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

Transit Connect

Costs and Efficiency:

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

Ford Transit Connect is clearly cheaper – starting at 30,800 £ , while the GWM WEY 03 costs 41,100 £ . That’s a price difference of around 10,253 £.

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 substantially more power – delivering 442 HP compared to 122 HP. That’s roughly 320 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the GWM WEY 03 is significantly quicker – completing the sprint in 5.3 s, while the Ford Transit Connect takes 11.4 s. That’s about 6.1 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the GWM WEY 03 delivers considerably more torque with 685 Nm compared to 320 Nm. That’s about 365 Nm more.

Transit Connect

Space and Everyday Use:

Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?

Seats: GWM WEY 03 offers more seats – 5 vs 2.

In terms of curb weight, Ford Transit Connect is clearly lighter – 1,575 kg compared to 2,175 kg. The difference is around 600 kg.

When it comes to payload, the Ford Transit Connect carries clearly more – 780 kg compared to 375 kg. That’s a difference of about 405 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The GWM WEY 03 stands well ahead of its rival 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
Ford Transit Connect
GWM WEY 03

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Ford Transit Connect

The Ford Transit Connect is the go-to compact workhorse for urban professionals who need cargo space without driving a full-size van. It balances practicality and everyday manners with clever storage ideas and a surprisingly comfortable ride, making it a sensible choice for small businesses and families who value function over flair.

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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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Ford Transit Connect
GWM WEY 03

Costs and Consumption

Price
30,800 - 35,300 £
Price
41,100 - 47,900 £
Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption L/100km
0.5 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
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Electric Range
130 - 139 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
-
co2
15 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Cargo Van
Body Type
SUV
Seats
2
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,575 - 1,620 kg
Curb weight
2,175 - 2,295 kg
Trunk capacity
-
Trunk capacity
517 L
Length
-
Length
-
Width
1,855 mm
Width
1,890 mm
Height
-
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
775 - 780 kg
Payload
375 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Diesel
Engine Type
Plugin Hybrid
Transmission
Manuel
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive, Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
122 HP
Power HP
367 - 442 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
11.4 - 11.8 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.3 - 7.3 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
-
Torque
320 Nm
Torque
500 - 685 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
90 kW
Power kW
270 - 325 kW
Engine capacity
1,968 cm3
Engine capacity
1,998 cm3

General

Model Year
2025
Model Year
2024
CO2 Efficiency Class
-
CO2 Efficiency Class
B
Brand
Ford
Brand
GWM
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