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GWM WEY 05 vs Honda Civic comparison

Compare performance (476 HP vs 184 HP), boot space and price (51,300 £ vs 32,500 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – GWM WEY 05 or Honda Civic?

GWM WEY 05 vs Honda Civic: Key differences

GWM WEY 05

5 (1 Reviews)
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  • significantly more power
  • clearly more efficient
  • considerably quicker 0–100 km/h
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Honda Civic

4.5 (4 Reviews)
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  • substantially cheaper
  • significantly 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 05

Costs and Efficiency:

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

Honda Civic is substantially cheaper – starting at 32,500 £ , while the GWM WEY 05 costs 51,300 £ . That’s a price difference of around 18,857 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the GWM WEY 05 uses 0.4 L/100km and is clearly more efficient than the Honda Civic with 4.7 L/100km. The difference is about 4.3 L/100km.

Civic

Engine and Performance:

Power, torque and acceleration are the classic benchmarks for car enthusiasts – and here, some clear differences start to show.

When it comes to engine power, the GWM WEY 05 offers significantly more power – delivering 476 HP compared to 184 HP. That’s roughly 292 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the GWM WEY 05 is considerably quicker – completing the sprint in 5 s, while the Honda Civic takes 7.8 s. That’s about 2.8 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the GWM WEY 05 delivers substantially more torque with 847 Nm compared to 315 Nm. That’s about 532 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, Honda Civic is significantly lighter – 1,517 kg compared to 2,410 kg. The difference is around 893 kg.

When it comes to payload, the Honda Civic carries very slightly more – 397 kg compared to 385 kg. That’s a difference of about 12 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The GWM WEY 05 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 £51,300
WEY 05

GWM WEY 05

  • Engine Type Plugin Hybrid
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 476 HP
  • Consumption L/100km 0.4 L/100km
  • Electric Range 158 km
GWM WEY 05
Honda Civic

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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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Honda Civic

The Honda Civic mixes practical daily usability with a surprisingly engaging driving character, wrapping clever interior design and dependable engineering in a tidy, modern package. It’s a smart buy for drivers who want sensible reliability, a bit of fun behind the wheel, and a shape that never looks like it’s trying too hard.

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GWM WEY 05
Honda Civic

Costs and Consumption

Price
51,300 - 54,800 £
Price
32,500 - 35,500 £
Consumption L/100km
0.4 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
4.7 - 5 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
158 km
Electric Range
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Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
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co2
12 g/km
co2
108 - 114 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
Hatchback
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
2,410 - 2,440 kg
Curb weight
1,517 - 1,533 kg
Trunk capacity
500 L
Trunk capacity
-
Length
-
Length
-
Width
1,960 mm
Width
1,890 mm
Height
-
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
355 - 385 kg
Payload
348 - 397 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
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
476 HP
Power HP
184 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.8 - 8.1 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
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Torque
847 Nm
Torque
315 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
350 kW
Power kW
135 kW
Engine capacity
1,998 cm3
Engine capacity
1,993 cm3

General

Model Year
2024
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
B
CO2 Efficiency Class
C
Brand
GWM
Brand
Honda
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