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GWM WEY 05 vs Casalini 550 comparison

Compare performance (476 HP vs 8 HP), boot space and price (51,300 £ vs 17,000 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – GWM WEY 05 or Casalini 550?

GWM WEY 05 vs Casalini 550: Key differences

GWM WEY 05

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  • clearly more power
  • significantly more trunk space
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Casalini 550

  • considerably cheaper
  • considerably lighter
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By Achim Sedelmaier

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

WEY 05

Costs and Efficiency:

Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.

Casalini 550 is considerably cheaper – starting at 17,000 £ , while the GWM WEY 05 costs 51,300 £ . That’s a price difference of around 34,311 £.

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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 05 offers clearly more power – delivering 476 HP compared to 8 HP. That’s roughly 468 HP more horsepower.

There’s also a difference in torque: the GWM WEY 05 delivers clearly more torque with 847 Nm compared to 28 Nm. That’s about 819 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.

Seats: GWM WEY 05 offers more seats – 5 vs 2.

In terms of curb weight, Casalini 550 is considerably lighter – 425 kg compared to 2,410 kg. The difference is around 1,985 kg.

Looking at boot space, the GWM WEY 05 offers significantly more boot space – 500 L compared to 0 L. That’s a difference of about 500 L.

When it comes to payload, the GWM WEY 05 carries noticeably more – 385 kg compared to 273 kg. That’s a difference of about 112 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Casalini 550 holds a decisive overall lead 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 £17,000
550

Casalini 550

  • Engine Type Diesel
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 8 HP
GWM WEY 05
Casalini 550

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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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Casalini 550

The Casalini 550 is a compact city runabout that packs surprising practicality into a tiny footprint, making parking a breeze and daily errands almost enjoyable. It won't wow on long highway blasts, but for shopping trips and short commutes it's a clever, affordable alternative to a full-size car — proof that you don't need a giant wallet to get where you need to go.

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GWM WEY 05
Casalini 550

Costs and Consumption

Price
51,300 - 54,800 £
Price
17,000 - 17,100 £
Consumption L/100km
0.4 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
158 km
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
12 g/km
co2
-
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
20 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
Hatchback
Seats
5
Seats
2
Doors
-
Doors
3
Curb weight
2,410 - 2,440 kg
Curb weight
425 kg
Trunk capacity
500 L
Trunk capacity
0 L
Length
-
Length
3,000 mm
Width
1,960 mm
Width
1,500 mm
Height
-
Height
1,470 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
355 - 385 kg
Payload
273 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Plugin Hybrid
Engine Type
Diesel
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
Transmission Detail
CVT
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
476 HP
Power HP
8 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
-
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
45 km/h
Torque
847 Nm
Torque
28 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
2
Power kW
350 kW
Power kW
6 kW
Engine capacity
1,998 cm3
Engine capacity
479 cm3

General

Model Year
2024
Model Year
2022
CO2 Efficiency Class
B
CO2 Efficiency Class
-
Brand
GWM
Brand
Casalini
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