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GWM WEY 03 vs Kia K4 - Differences and prices compared

Compare performance (442 HP vs 180 HP), boot space and price (41100 £ vs 25700 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – GWM WEY 03 or Kia K4?

GWM WEY 03

Kia K4

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

Costs and Efficiency:

Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.

Kia K4 has a convincingly advantage in terms of price – it starts at 25700 £ , while the GWM WEY 03 costs 41100 £ . That’s a price difference of around 15352 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: GWM WEY 03 manages with 0.50 L and is therefore decisively more efficient than the Kia K4 with 5.80 L. The difference is about 5.30 L per 100 km.

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 GWM WEY 03 has a clearly edge – offering 442 HP compared to 180 HP. That’s roughly 262 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the GWM WEY 03 is convincingly quicker – completing the sprint in 5.30 s, while the Kia K4 takes 8.40 s. That’s about 3.10 s faster.

There’s also a difference in torque: GWM WEY 03 pulls significantly stronger with 685 Nm compared to 265 Nm. That’s about 420 Nm difference.

Space and Everyday Use:

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

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In curb weight, Kia K4 is decisively lighter – 1415 kg compared to 2175 kg. The difference is around 760 kg.

In terms of boot space, the GWM WEY 03 offers to a small extent more room – 517 L compared to 438 L. That’s a difference of about 79 L.

When it comes to payload, Kia K4 slightly takes the win – 455 kg compared to 375 kg. That’s a difference of about 80 kg.

Who wins the race?

The GWM WEY 03 proves to be wins the duel decisively 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
GWM WEY 03
Kia K4

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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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Kia K4

Kia K4 shakes up the compact-sedan crowd with concept-car looks, a smartly packaged cabin, and the kind of easygoing refinement that makes rush hour feel less like a chore. It blends value, tech, and a dash of attitude, serving up a smooth, confident drive that might have you taking the long way home just to show off those angles.

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GWM WEY 03
Kia K4

Costs and Consumption

Price
41100 - 47900 £
Price
25700 - 32800 £
Consumption L/100km
0.50 L
Consumption L/100km
5.8 - 6.9 L
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
130 - 139 km
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
28.90 kWh
Battery Capacity
-
co2
15 g/km
co2
132 - 155 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
55 L
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
Hatchback
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
-
Curb weight
2175 - 2295 kg
Curb weight
1415 - 1500 kg
Trunk capacity
517 L
Trunk capacity
328 - 438 L
Length
4688 mm
Length
-
Width
1890 mm
Width
1850 mm
Height
1730 mm
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
1289 L
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
375 kg
Payload
435 - 455 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Plugin Hybrid
Engine Type
Petrol, Petrol MHEV
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive, Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
367 - 442 HP
Power HP
115 - 180 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.3 - 7.3 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.4 - 12.3 s
Max Speed
230 km/h
Max Speed
-
Torque
500 - 685 Nm
Torque
200 - 265 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Power kW
270 - 325 kW
Power kW
85 - 132 kW
Engine capacity
1998 cm3
Engine capacity
998 - 1598 cm3

General

Model Year
2024
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
B
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, E
Brand
GWM
Brand
Kia
Is the GWM WEY 03 offered with different drivetrains?

Available configurations include All-Wheel Drive or Front-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.