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GWM WEY 03 vs Land Rover Defender comparison

Compare performance (442 HP vs 635 HP), boot space and price (41,100 £ vs 57,900 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – GWM WEY 03 or Land Rover Defender?

GWM WEY 03 vs Land Rover Defender: Key differences

GWM WEY 03

  • substantially cheaper
  • significantly more efficient
  • considerably more electric range
  • only slightly lighter
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Land Rover Defender

4.5 (2 Reviews)
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  • clearly more power
  • markedly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • visibly more trunk space
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All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.

By Achim Sedelmaier

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

WEY 03

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 is substantially cheaper – starting at 41,100 £ , while the Land Rover Defender costs 57,900 £ . That’s a price difference of around 16,800 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the GWM WEY 03 uses 0.5 L/100km and is significantly more efficient than the Land Rover Defender with 6 L/100km. The difference is about 5.5 L/100km.

As for electric range, the GWM WEY 03 offers considerably more range – reaching up to 139 km, about 91 km more than the Land Rover Defender.

Defender

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 Land Rover Defender offers clearly more power – delivering 635 HP compared to 442 HP. That’s roughly 193 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Land Rover Defender is markedly quicker – completing the sprint in 4 s, while the GWM WEY 03 takes 5.3 s. That’s about 1.3 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Land Rover Defender delivers marginally more torque with 750 Nm compared to 685 Nm. That’s about 65 Nm more.

Space and Everyday Use:

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

Seats: Land Rover Defender offers more seats – 8 vs 5.

In terms of curb weight, GWM WEY 03 is only slightly lighter – 2,175 kg compared to 2,300 kg. The difference is around 125 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Land Rover Defender offers visibly more boot space – 786 L compared to 517 L. That’s a difference of about 269 L.

When it comes to payload, the Land Rover Defender carries clearly more – 819 kg compared to 375 kg. That’s a difference of about 444 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The GWM WEY 03 is clearly superior 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
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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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Land Rover Defender

The Land Rover Defender looks like it could shrug off a weekend of serious off-road abuse while still turning heads on the high street. Inside it balances practical, no-nonsense utility with enough creature comforts to make daily driving feel less like an expedition and more like a stylish commute—rugged charm with civilized manners.

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Reviews Land Rover Defender

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Dythe fourika
24 May 2026, 22:30:46

Fan of Subaru Forester cars, old 1997 model, automatic, petrol.

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GWM WEY 03
Land Rover Defender

Costs and Consumption
Price
41,100 - 47,900 £
Price
57,900 - 172,000 £
Consumption L/100km
0.5 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
6 - 14.4 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
130 - 139 km
Electric Range
48 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
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co2
15 g/km
co2
135 - 324 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
SUV
Body Type
Off-Roader
Seats
5
Seats
2 - 8
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
2,175 - 2,295 kg
Curb weight
2,300 - 2,745 kg
Trunk capacity
517 L
Trunk capacity
293 - 786 L
Length
-
Length
-
Width
1,890 mm
Width
2,008 mm
Height
-
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
375 kg
Payload
494 - 819 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Plugin Hybrid
Engine Type
Petrol, Diesel MHEV, Plugin Hybrid, Petrol MHEV
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive, Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
367 - 442 HP
Power HP
200 - 635 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.3 - 7.3 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4 - 10.2 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
-
Torque
500 - 685 Nm
Torque
500 - 750 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
4 - 8
Power kW
270 - 325 kW
Power kW
147 - 467 kW
Engine capacity
1,998 cm3
Engine capacity
1,997 - 5,000 cm3

General
Model Year
2024
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
B
CO2 Efficiency Class
G, D
Brand
GWM
Brand
Land Rover
Is the GWM WEY 03 offered with different drivetrains?

Available configurations include All-Wheel Drive or Front-Wheel Drive.

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