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GWM WEY 03 vs Mercedes Citan Transporter comparison

Compare performance (442 HP vs 131 HP), boot space and price (41,100 £ vs 21,700 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – GWM WEY 03 or Mercedes Citan Transporter?

GWM WEY 03 vs Mercedes Citan Transporter: Key differences

GWM WEY 03

  • considerably more power
  • clearly more efficient
  • clearly quicker 0–100 km/h
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Mercedes Citan Transporter

  • considerably cheaper
  • considerably more electric range
  • substantially lighter
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Here’s where it gets real: The technical differences in detail

WEY 03

Costs and Efficiency:

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

Mercedes Citan Transporter is considerably cheaper – starting at 21,700 £ , while the GWM WEY 03 costs 41,100 £ . That’s a price difference of around 19,316 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the GWM WEY 03 uses 0.5 L/100km and is clearly more efficient than the Mercedes Citan Transporter with 5.1 L/100km. The difference is about 4.6 L/100km.

As for electric range, the Mercedes Citan Transporter offers considerably more range – reaching up to 290 km, about 151 km more than the GWM WEY 03.

Citan Transporter

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 considerably more power – delivering 442 HP compared to 131 HP. That’s roughly 311 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the GWM WEY 03 is clearly quicker – completing the sprint in 5.3 s, while the Mercedes Citan Transporter takes 11.7 s. That’s about 6.4 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the GWM WEY 03 delivers substantially more torque with 685 Nm compared to 270 Nm. That’s about 415 Nm more.

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 terms of curb weight, Mercedes Citan Transporter is substantially lighter – 1,381 kg compared to 2,175 kg. The difference is around 794 kg.

When it comes to payload, the Mercedes Citan Transporter carries clearly more – 787 kg compared to 375 kg. That’s a difference of about 412 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The GWM WEY 03 is decisively ahead 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
GWM WEY 03
Mercedes Citan Transporter

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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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Mercedes Citan Transporter

The Mercedes Citan is a practical, city-friendly van that blends Mercedes' premium touches with sensible commercial utility — it's nimble in tight streets, easy to load, and feels more polished than its price suggests. For small-business owners who want something professional-looking without fuss, the Citan is a dependable workhorse that won’t embarrass you at client meetings and is surprisingly pleasant to drive.

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GWM WEY 03
Mercedes Citan Transporter

Costs and Consumption

Price
41,100 - 47,900 £
Price
21,700 - 33,300 £
Consumption L/100km
0.5 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
5.1 - 6.9 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
18.7 - 21.1 kWh/100km
Electric Range
130 - 139 km
Electric Range
262 - 290 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
45 kWh
co2
15 g/km
co2
0 - 156 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
54 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
Cargo Van
Seats
5
Seats
2 - 5
Doors
-
Doors
4 - 5
Curb weight
2,175 - 2,295 kg
Curb weight
1,381 - 1,939 kg
Trunk capacity
517 L
Trunk capacity
-
Length
-
Length
4,498 - 4,922 mm
Width
1,890 mm
Width
1,859 mm
Height
-
Height
1,819 - 1,830 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
2,900 - 3,620 L
Payload
375 kg
Payload
449 - 787 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Plug-in Hybrid
Engine Type
Diesel, Petrol, Electric
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Manual, Automatic
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic, Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive, Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
367 - 442 HP
Power HP
95 - 131 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.3 - 7.3 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
11.7 - 13.8 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
132 - 183 km/h
Torque
500 - 685 Nm
Torque
240 - 270 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
270 - 325 kW
Power kW
70 - 96 kW
Engine capacity
1,998 cm3
Engine capacity
1,332 - 1,461 cm3

General

Model Year
2024
Model Year
2,021 - 2,024
CO2 Efficiency Class
B
CO2 Efficiency Class
E, F, D, A
Brand
GWM
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
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