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GWM WEY 03 vs VW Crafter comparison

Compare performance (442 HP vs 177 HP), boot space and price (41,100 £ vs 47,100 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – GWM WEY 03 or VW Crafter?

GWM WEY 03 vs VW Crafter: Key differences

GWM WEY 03

  • moderately cheaper
  • substantially more power
  • significantly more efficient
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VW Crafter

  • only slightly lighter
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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.

GWM WEY 03 is moderately cheaper – starting at 41,100 £ , while the VW Crafter costs 47,100 £ . That’s a price difference of around 6,067 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the GWM WEY 03 uses 0.5 L/100km and is significantly more efficient than the VW Crafter with 8.4 L/100km. The difference is about 7.9 L/100km.

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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 177 HP. That’s roughly 265 HP more horsepower.

There’s also a difference in torque: the GWM WEY 03 delivers significantly more torque with 685 Nm compared to 410 Nm. That’s about 275 Nm more.

Space and Everyday Use:

Beyond pure performance, interior space and usability matter most in daily life. This is where you see which car is more practical and versatile.

Seats: GWM WEY 03 offers more seats – 5 vs 2.

In terms of curb weight, VW Crafter is only slightly lighter – 2,072 kg compared to 2,175 kg. The difference is around 103 kg.

When it comes to payload, the VW Crafter carries considerably more – 2,994 kg compared to 375 kg. That’s a difference of about 2,619 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The GWM WEY 03 is far ahead 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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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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Costs and Consumption
Price
41,100 - 47,900 £
Price
47,100 - 68,800 £
Consumption L/100km
0.5 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
8.4 - 13.1 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
130 - 139 km
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
15 g/km
co2
220 - 342 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
75 L

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
SUV
Body Type
Cargo Van
Seats
5
Seats
2
Doors
-
Doors
4
Curb weight
2,175 - 2,295 kg
Curb weight
2,072 - 2,810 kg
Trunk capacity
517 L
Trunk capacity
-
Length
-
Length
5,986 - 7,391 mm
Width
1,890 mm
Width
2,040 - 2,069 mm
Height
-
Height
2,355 - 2,830 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
9,300 - 18,400 L
Payload
375 kg
Payload
1,037 - 2,994 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Plugin Hybrid
Engine Type
Diesel
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive, Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
367 - 442 HP
Power HP
140 - 177 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.3 - 7.3 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
-
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
90 - 165 km/h
Torque
500 - 685 Nm
Torque
360 - 410 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
270 - 325 kW
Power kW
103 - 130 kW
Engine capacity
1,998 cm3
Engine capacity
1,968 cm3

General
Model Year
2024
Model Year
2,017 - 2,023
CO2 Efficiency Class
B
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
Brand
GWM
Brand
VW
Is the GWM WEY 03 offered with different drivetrains?

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

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