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GWM WEY 05 vs Cadillac Lyriq comparison

Compare performance (476 HP vs 615 HP), boot space and price (51,300 £ vs 71,100 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – GWM WEY 05 or Cadillac Lyriq?

GWM WEY 05 vs Cadillac Lyriq: Key differences

GWM WEY 05

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  • visibly cheaper
  • slightly lighter

Cadillac Lyriq

  • visibly more power
  • clearly more electric range
  • substantially quicker 0–100 km/h
  • somewhat more trunk space

Here’s where it gets real: The technical differences in detail

WEY 05

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 05 is visibly cheaper – starting at 51,300 £ , while the Cadillac Lyriq costs 71,100 £ . That’s a price difference of around 19,800 £.

As for electric range, the Cadillac Lyriq offers clearly more range – reaching up to 530 km, about 372 km more than the GWM WEY 05.

Lyriq

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 Cadillac Lyriq offers visibly more power – delivering 615 HP compared to 476 HP. That’s roughly 139 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Cadillac Lyriq is substantially quicker – completing the sprint in 3.3 s, while the GWM WEY 05 takes 5 s. That’s about 1.7 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Cadillac Lyriq delivers very slightly more torque with 880 Nm compared to 847 Nm. That’s about 33 Nm more.

Space and Everyday Use:

Cabin size, boot volume and payload all play a role in everyday practicality. Here, comfort and flexibility make the difference.

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In terms of curb weight, GWM WEY 05 is slightly lighter – 2,410 kg compared to 2,713 kg. The difference is around 303 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Cadillac Lyriq offers somewhat more boot space – 588 L compared to 500 L. That’s a difference of about 88 L.

When it comes to payload, the Cadillac Lyriq carries visibly more – 487 kg compared to 385 kg. That’s a difference of about 102 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Cadillac Lyriq 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.

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Lyriq

Cadillac Lyriq

  • Engine Type : Electric
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 528 - 615 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 21.8 - 22.5 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range : 460 - 530 km
GWM WEY 05
Cadillac Lyriq

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GWM WEY 05

The Wey 05 punches above its weight with striking coupe-SUV styling and an interior that feels far posher than its price tag suggests. For buyers who want cutting-edge tech and cabin comfort without the prestige tax, it’s a tempting proposition — just be ready for plenty of curious glances on the road.

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Cadillac Lyriq

The Cadillac Lyriq arrives with bold, angular styling and a striking light signature that gives it real presence on the road without trying too hard. Inside, the Lyriq serves up a calm, tech-heavy cabin with premium touches and a relaxed driving experience that makes switching to electric feel less like a sacrifice and more like a quiet flex.

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GWM WEY 05
Cadillac Lyriq

Costs and Consumption

Price
51,300 - 54,800 £
Price
71,100 - 93,300 £
Consumption L/100km
0.4 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
21.8 - 22.5 kWh/100km
Electric Range
158 km
Electric Range
460 - 530 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
12 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
2,410 - 2,440 kg
Curb weight
2,713 - 2,774 kg
Trunk capacity
500 L
Trunk capacity
588 L
Length
-
Length
-
Width
1,960 mm
Width
1,977 mm
Height
-
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
355 - 385 kg
Payload
426 - 487 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Plugin Hybrid
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
476 HP
Power HP
528 - 615 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.3 - 5.3 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
-
Torque
847 Nm
Torque
610 - 880 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
-
Power kW
350 kW
Power kW
388 - 452 kW
Engine capacity
1,998 cm3
Engine capacity
-

General

Model Year
2,024
Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
CO2 Efficiency Class
B
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
GWM
Brand
Cadillac
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