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GWM WEY 03 vs Lotus Emira comparison

Compare performance (442 HP vs 406 HP), boot space and price (41,100 £ vs 83,600 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – GWM WEY 03 or Lotus Emira?

GWM WEY 03 vs Lotus Emira: Key differences

GWM WEY 03

  • significantly cheaper
  • barely more power
  • significantly more efficient
  • clearly more trunk space
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Lotus Emira

  • clearly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • clearly lighter
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Here’s where it gets real: The technical differences in detail

WEY 03

Costs and Efficiency:

When it comes to price and running costs, the biggest differences usually appear. This is often where you see which car fits your budget better in the long run.

GWM WEY 03 is significantly cheaper – starting at 41,100 £ , while the Lotus Emira costs 83,600 £ . That’s a price difference of around 42,514 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the GWM WEY 03 uses 0.5 L/100km and is significantly more efficient than the Lotus Emira with 9.2 L/100km. The difference is about 8.7 L/100km.

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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 offers barely more power – delivering 442 HP compared to 406 HP. That’s roughly 36 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Lotus Emira is clearly 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 GWM WEY 03 delivers markedly more torque with 685 Nm compared to 480 Nm. That’s about 205 Nm more.

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, Lotus Emira is clearly lighter – 1,521 kg compared to 2,175 kg. The difference is around 654 kg.

Looking at boot space, the GWM WEY 03 offers clearly more boot space – 517 L compared to 151 L. That’s a difference of about 366 L.

When it comes to payload, the GWM WEY 03 carries noticeably more – 375 kg compared to 230 kg. That’s a difference of about 145 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 Plug-in 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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Lotus Emira

The Lotus Emira is a supremely alive sports coupe that blends razor‑sharp handling with enough everyday comfort to make it usable beyond the track. It looks gorgeous, sounds eager and delivers a focused, smile-inducing drive that will seduce enthusiasts and tempt sensible buyers alike.

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GWM WEY 03
Lotus Emira

Costs and Consumption
Price
41,100 - 47,900 £
Price
83,600 - 107,600 £
Consumption L/100km
0.5 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
9.2 - 11.3 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
130 - 139 km
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
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co2
15 g/km
co2
208 - 245 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body
Body Type
SUV
Body Type
Coupe
Seats
5
Seats
2
Doors
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Doors
-
Curb weight
2,175 - 2,295 kg
Curb weight
1,521 - 1,533 kg
Trunk capacity
517 L
Trunk capacity
151 L
Length
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Length
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Width
1,890 mm
Width
1,895 mm
Height
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Height
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Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
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Payload
375 kg
Payload
213 - 230 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Plug-in Hybrid
Engine Type
Petrol
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic, Manual
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic, Automatic Gearbox, Manual Gearbox
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive, Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive
Power HP
367 - 442 HP
Power HP
365 - 406 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.3 - 7.3 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4 - 4.8 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
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Torque
500 - 685 Nm
Torque
420 - 480 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
4 - 6
Power kW
270 - 325 kW
Power kW
268 - 298 kW
Engine capacity
1,998 cm3
Engine capacity
1,991 - 3,456 cm3

General
Model Year
2024
Model Year
2,023 - 2,025
CO2 Efficiency Class
B
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
Brand
GWM
Brand
Lotus
Is the GWM WEY 03 offered with different drivetrains?

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

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