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GWM WEY 05 vs Hyundai Santa Fe - Differences and prices compared

Compare performance (476 HP vs 288 HP), boot space and price (51300 £ vs 51200 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – GWM WEY 05 or Hyundai Santa Fe?

GWM WEY 05

5 (1 Reviews)
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Hyundai Santa Fe

4.7 (1 Reviews)
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Here’s where it gets real: The technical differences in detail

Santa Fe

Costs and Efficiency:

Price and efficiency are often the first things buyers look at. Here it becomes clear which model has the long-term edge – whether at the pump, the plug, or in purchase price.

Hyundai Santa Fe has a hardly perceptible advantage in terms of price – it starts at 51200 £ , while the GWM WEY 05 costs 51300 £ . That’s a price difference of around 128 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: GWM WEY 05 manages with 0.40 L and is therefore significantly more efficient than the Hyundai Santa Fe with 3.80 L. The difference is about 3.40 L per 100 km.

As for electric range, the GWM WEY 05 performs decisively better – achieving up to 158 km, about 104 km more than the Hyundai Santa Fe.

Santa Fe

Engine and Performance:

Under the bonnet, it becomes clear which model is tuned for sportiness and which one takes the lead when you hit the accelerator.

When it comes to engine power, the GWM WEY 05 has a distinct edge – offering 476 HP compared to 288 HP. That’s roughly 188 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the GWM WEY 05 is decisively quicker – completing the sprint in 5 s, while the Hyundai Santa Fe takes 8 s. That’s about 3 s faster.

There’s also a difference in torque: GWM WEY 05 pulls decisively stronger with 847 Nm compared to 380 Nm. That’s about 467 Nm difference.

Santa Fe

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: Hyundai Santa Fe offers evident more seating capacity – 7 vs 5.

In curb weight, Hyundai Santa Fe is clearly perceptible lighter – 1920 kg compared to 2410 kg. The difference is around 490 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Hyundai Santa Fe offers distinct more room – 711 L compared to 500 L. That’s a difference of about 211 L.

When it comes to payload, Hyundai Santa Fe decisively takes the win – 665 kg compared to 385 kg. That’s a difference of about 280 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The GWM WEY 05 sits 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.

GWM WEY 05
Hyundai Santa Fe

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GWM WEY 05

  • Engine Type : Plugin Hybrid
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 476 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 0.40 L
  • Electric Range : 158 km

GWM WEY 05

5 (1 Reviews)
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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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Hyundai Santa Fe

4.7 (1 Reviews)
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The Hyundai Santa Fe blends practical family friendliness with a hint of premium style, offering roomy, sensible packaging wrapped in modern, confident design. Inside it serves up comfortable seats, straightforward tech and a calm, composed ride that makes daily drives feel a little more grown up — a solid all‑rounder that doesn’t try to be flashy.

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GWM WEY 05
Hyundai Santa Fe

Costs and Consumption

Price
51300 - 54800 £
Price
51200 - 58600 £
Consumption L/100km
0.40 L
Consumption L/100km
3.8 - 7.1 L
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
158 km
Electric Range
54 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
12 g/km
co2
90 - 160 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
67 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5 - 7
Doors
-
Doors
5
Curb weight
2410 - 2440 kg
Curb weight
1920 - 2165 kg
Trunk capacity
500 L
Trunk capacity
621 - 711 L
Length
-
Length
4830 mm
Width
1960 mm
Width
1900 mm
Height
-
Height
1720 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
1949 - 2032 L
Payload
355 - 385 kg
Payload
560 - 665 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Plugin Hybrid
Engine Type
Full Hybrid, Plugin Hybrid
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
476 HP
Power HP
239 - 288 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8 - 9.2 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
196 km/h
Torque
847 Nm
Torque
380 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
350 kW
Power kW
176 - 212 kW
Engine capacity
1998 cm3
Engine capacity
1598 cm3

General

Model Year
2024
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
B
CO2 Efficiency Class
E, F, B
Brand
GWM
Brand
Hyundai
What drive types are available for the GWM WEY 05?

Available configurations include All-Wheel Drive.

The prices shown are estimates based on German list prices, adjusted for local VAT. Local registration taxes (e.g. NoVA, BPM or CO2 malus) are not included. This information is not legally binding.