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GWM WEY 03 vs Peugeot 408 comparison

Compare performance (442 HP vs 240 HP), boot space and price (41,100 £ vs 35,100 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – GWM WEY 03 or Peugeot 408?

GWM WEY 03 vs Peugeot 408: Key differences

GWM WEY 03

  • substantially more power
  • substantially more efficient
  • markedly quicker 0–100 km/h
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Peugeot 408

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  • a bit cheaper
  • substantially more electric range
  • considerably lighter
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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 key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.

Peugeot 408 is a bit cheaper – starting at 35,100 £ , while the GWM WEY 03 costs 41,100 £ . That’s a price difference of around 5,940 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the GWM WEY 03 uses 0.5 L/100km and is substantially more efficient than the Peugeot 408 with 2.6 L/100km. The difference is about 2.1 L/100km.

As for electric range, the Peugeot 408 offers substantially more range – reaching up to 456 km, about 317 km more than the GWM WEY 03.

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Engine and Performance:

Power, torque and acceleration say a lot about how a car feels on the road. This is where you see which model delivers more driving dynamics.

When it comes to engine power, the GWM WEY 03 offers substantially more power – delivering 442 HP compared to 240 HP. That’s roughly 202 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the GWM WEY 03 is markedly quicker – completing the sprint in 5.3 s, while the Peugeot 408 takes 7.2 s. That’s about 1.9 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the GWM WEY 03 delivers clearly more torque with 685 Nm compared to 360 Nm. That’s about 325 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, Peugeot 408 is considerably lighter – 1,544 kg compared to 2,175 kg. The difference is around 631 kg.

When it comes to payload, the Peugeot 408 carries somewhat more – 456 kg compared to 375 kg. That’s a difference of about 81 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
GWM WEY 03
Peugeot 408

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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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Peugeot 408

The Peugeot 408 blends a coupe-like roofline with practical sensibility, delivering striking looks and a surprisingly airy, premium-feeling cabin. On the road it prefers comfort and poise over manic thrills, making it a smart, stylish choice for buyers who want something a bit different from the usual family hatchback.

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Peugeot 408

Costs and Consumption

Price
41,100 - 47,900 £
Price
35,100 - 48,000 £
Consumption L/100km
0.5 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
2.6 - 5 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
14.7 kWh/100km
Electric Range
130 - 139 km
Electric Range
79 - 456 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
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co2
15 g/km
co2
0 - 114 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
2,175 - 2,295 kg
Curb weight
1,544 - 1,879 kg
Trunk capacity
517 L
Trunk capacity
-
Length
-
Length
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Width
1,890 mm
Width
1,848 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
371 - 456 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Plugin Hybrid
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid, Electric
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
Transmission Detail
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
145 - 240 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.3 - 7.3 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.2 - 9.4 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
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Torque
500 - 685 Nm
Torque
230 - 360 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Power kW
270 - 325 kW
Power kW
107 - 176 kW
Engine capacity
1,998 cm3
Engine capacity
1,199 - 1,598 cm3

General

Model Year
2024
Model Year
2026
CO2 Efficiency Class
B
CO2 Efficiency Class
C, B, A
Brand
GWM
Brand
Peugeot
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