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GWM WEY 05 vs Lexus RX comparison

Compare performance (476 HP vs 371 HP), boot space and price (51,300 £ vs 63,300 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – GWM WEY 05 or Lexus RX?

GWM WEY 05 vs Lexus RX: Key differences

GWM WEY 05

5 (1 Reviews)
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  • clearly cheaper
  • visibly more power
  • substantially more efficient
  • substantially more electric range
  • noticeably quicker 0–100 km/h
  • only slightly more trunk space
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Lexus RX

5 (1 Reviews)
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  • a bit 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:

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.

GWM WEY 05 is clearly cheaper – starting at 51,300 £ , while the Lexus RX costs 63,300 £ . That’s a price difference of around 11,958 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the GWM WEY 05 uses 0.4 L/100km and is substantially more efficient than the Lexus RX with 3.3 L/100km. The difference is about 2.9 L/100km.

As for electric range, the GWM WEY 05 offers substantially more range – reaching up to 158 km, about 91 km more than the Lexus RX.

RX

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 visibly more power – delivering 476 HP compared to 371 HP. That’s roughly 105 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the GWM WEY 05 is noticeably quicker – completing the sprint in 5 s, while the Lexus RX takes 6.2 s. That’s about 1.2 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the GWM WEY 05 delivers markedly more torque with 847 Nm compared to 551 Nm. That’s about 296 Nm more.

Space and Everyday Use:

Beyond pure performance, interior space and usability matter most in daily life. This is where you see which car is more practical and versatile.

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In terms of curb weight, Lexus RX is a bit lighter – 2,040 kg compared to 2,410 kg. The difference is around 370 kg.

Looking at boot space, the GWM WEY 05 offers only slightly more boot space – 500 L compared to 461 L. That’s a difference of about 39 L.

When it comes to payload, the Lexus RX carries visibly more – 620 kg compared to 385 kg. That’s a difference of about 235 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The GWM WEY 05 is far ahead 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.

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
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Lexus RX

The Lexus RX glides through city streets with the kind of hushed refinement that turns mundane commutes into a private lounge. It mixes plush comfort and polished practicality in a package that suits buyers who want to arrive relaxed and a touch smug.

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16 May 2026, 14:16:35

Tried as a replacement car. The driving pleasure and comfort are unmatched by Alfa.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
51,300 - 54,800 £
Price
63,300 - 87,400 £
Consumption L/100km
0.4 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
3.3 - 8.1 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
158 km
Electric Range
67 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
-
co2
12 g/km
co2
75 - 183 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
2,040 - 2,185 kg
Trunk capacity
500 L
Trunk capacity
461 L
Length
-
Length
-
Width
1,960 mm
Width
1,920 mm
Height
-
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
355 - 385 kg
Payload
575 - 620 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, CVT
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
476 HP
Power HP
207 - 371 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
6.2 - 7.9 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
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Torque
847 Nm
Torque
551 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
350 kW
Power kW
152 - 273 kW
Engine capacity
1,998 cm3
Engine capacity
2,393 - 2,487 cm3

General
Model Year
2024
Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
CO2 Efficiency Class
B
CO2 Efficiency Class
G, E, B
Brand
GWM
Brand
Lexus
What drive types are available for the GWM WEY 05?

Available configurations include All-Wheel Drive.

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