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GWM WEY 03 vs Toyota Corolla comparison

Compare performance (442 HP vs 178 HP), boot space and price (41,100 £ vs 28,600 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – GWM WEY 03 or Toyota Corolla?

GWM WEY 03 vs Toyota Corolla: Key differences

GWM WEY 03

  • significantly more power
  • significantly more efficient
  • substantially quicker 0–100 km/h
  • markedly more trunk space

Toyota Corolla

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  • clearly cheaper
  • clearly lighter

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.

Toyota Corolla is clearly cheaper – starting at 28,600 £ , while the GWM WEY 03 costs 41,100 £ . That’s a price difference of around 12,480 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the GWM WEY 03 uses 0.5 L/100km and is significantly more efficient than the Toyota Corolla with 4.4 L/100km. The difference is about 3.9 L/100km.

Corolla

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 significantly more power – delivering 442 HP compared to 178 HP. That’s roughly 264 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the GWM WEY 03 is substantially quicker – completing the sprint in 5.3 s, while the Toyota Corolla takes 7.5 s. That’s about 2.2 s quicker.

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, Toyota Corolla is clearly lighter – 1,420 kg compared to 2,175 kg. The difference is around 755 kg.

Looking at boot space, the GWM WEY 03 offers markedly more boot space – 517 L compared to 361 L. That’s a difference of about 156 L.

When it comes to payload, the Toyota Corolla carries moderately more – 450 kg compared to 375 kg. That’s a difference of about 75 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 : 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
Toyota Corolla

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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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Toyota Corolla

The Toyota Corolla remains the steady, no-nonsense compact that puts reliability and low running costs at the top of your shopping list, with a comfortable, well-built interior that won't embarrass you at the supermarket. It won't set your pulse racing, but it's an honest, easy-to-live-with car that makes smart sense for buyers who want dependability and sensible value with a dash of modern tech.

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GWM WEY 03
Toyota Corolla

Costs and Consumption

Price
41,100 - 47,900 £
Price
28,600 - 34,900 £
Consumption L/100km
0.5 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
4.4 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
130 - 139 km
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
15 g/km
co2
100 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
43 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
Hatchback
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
5
Curb weight
2,175 - 2,295 kg
Curb weight
1,420 - 1,460 kg
Trunk capacity
517 L
Trunk capacity
313 - 361 L
Length
-
Length
4,370 mm
Width
1,890 mm
Width
1,790 mm
Height
-
Height
1,435 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
1,004 - 1,052 L
Payload
375 kg
Payload
400 - 450 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Plugin Hybrid
Engine Type
Full Hybrid
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
Transmission Detail
CVT
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive, Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
367 - 442 HP
Power HP
140 - 178 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.3 - 7.3 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.5 - 9.2 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
180 km/h
Torque
500 - 685 Nm
Torque
-
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
270 - 325 kW
Power kW
103 - 131 kW
Engine capacity
1,998 cm3
Engine capacity
1,798 - 1,987 cm3

General

Model Year
2,024
Model Year
2,025
CO2 Efficiency Class
B
CO2 Efficiency Class
C
Brand
GWM
Brand
Toyota
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