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GWM WEY 05 vs Kia Sportage - Differences and prices compared

Compare performance (476 HP vs 288 HP), boot space and price (51300 £ vs 30200 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – GWM WEY 05 or Kia Sportage?

GWM WEY 05

5 (1 Reviews)
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Kia Sportage

4.9 (2 Reviews)
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Here’s where it gets real: The technical differences in detail

Sportage

Costs and Efficiency:

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

Kia Sportage has a convincingly advantage in terms of price – it starts at 30200 £ , while the GWM WEY 05 costs 51300 £ . That’s a price difference of around 21180 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: GWM WEY 05 manages with 0.40 L and is therefore clearly more efficient than the Kia Sportage with 2.90 L. The difference is about 2.50 L per 100 km.

As for electric range, the GWM WEY 05 performs convincingly better – achieving up to 158 km, about 92 km more than the Kia Sportage.

Sportage

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 has a clearly perceptible 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 clearly quicker – completing the sprint in 5 s, while the Kia Sportage takes 7.50 s. That’s about 2.50 s faster.

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

Sportage

Space and Everyday Use:

Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In curb weight, Kia Sportage is clearly lighter – 1552 kg compared to 2410 kg. The difference is around 858 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Kia Sportage offers a bit more room – 587 L compared to 500 L. That’s a difference of about 87 L.

When it comes to payload, Kia Sportage distinct takes the win – 580 kg compared to 385 kg. That’s a difference of about 195 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The GWM WEY 05 is clearly superior 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.

GWM WEY 05
Kia Sportage

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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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Kia Sportage

4.9 (2 Reviews)
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The Kia Sportage proves you don't have to choose between style and sensible family motoring, wrapping modern, confident looks around a roomy, well-equipped cabin. It's an easy car to live with — comfortable on daily runs, pleasantly engaging when you want a bit of fun, and kind to your wallet so you can keep smiling at the fuel pump.

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GWM WEY 05
Kia Sportage

Costs and Consumption

Price
51300 - 54800 £
Price
30200 - 47100 £
Consumption L/100km
0.40 L
Consumption L/100km
2.9 - 7.8 L
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
158 km
Electric Range
63 - 66 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
12 g/km
co2
67 - 177 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
2410 - 2440 kg
Curb weight
1552 - 1896 kg
Trunk capacity
500 L
Trunk capacity
526 - 587 L
Length
-
Length
-
Width
1960 mm
Width
1865 mm
Height
-
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
355 - 385 kg
Payload
533 - 580 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Plugin Hybrid
Engine Type
Petrol, Full Hybrid, Diesel MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic, Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
476 HP
Power HP
136 - 288 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.5 - 11.6 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
-
Torque
847 Nm
Torque
250 - 380 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
350 kW
Power kW
100 - 212 kW
Engine capacity
1998 cm3
Engine capacity
1598 cm3

General

Model Year
2024
Model Year
2025 - 2026
CO2 Efficiency Class
B
CO2 Efficiency Class
F, D, E, G, B
Brand
GWM
Brand
Kia
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.