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GWM WEY 05 vs Mazda 2 comparison

Compare performance (476 HP vs 115 HP), boot space and price (51,300 £ vs 14,200 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – GWM WEY 05 or Mazda 2?

GWM WEY 05 vs Mazda 2: Key differences

GWM WEY 05

5 (1 Reviews)
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  • clearly more power
  • clearly more efficient
  • considerably quicker 0–100 km/h
  • considerably more trunk space
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Mazda 2

3.7 (1 Reviews)
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  • considerably cheaper
  • considerably 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:

When it comes to price and running costs, the biggest differences usually appear. This is often where you see which car fits your budget better in the long run.

Mazda 2 is considerably cheaper – starting at 14,200 £ , while the GWM WEY 05 costs 51,300 £ . That’s a price difference of around 37,122 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the GWM WEY 05 uses 0.4 L/100km and is clearly more efficient than the Mazda 2 with 4.7 L/100km. The difference is about 4.3 L/100km.

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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 clearly more power – delivering 476 HP compared to 115 HP. That’s roughly 361 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 Mazda 2 takes 9.1 s. That’s about 4.1 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the GWM WEY 05 delivers significantly more torque with 847 Nm compared to 151 Nm. That’s about 696 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, Mazda 2 is considerably lighter – 1,099 kg compared to 2,410 kg. The difference is around 1,311 kg.

Looking at boot space, the GWM WEY 05 offers considerably more boot space – 500 L compared to 280 L. That’s a difference of about 220 L.

When it comes to payload, the Mazda 2 carries slightly more – 437 kg compared to 385 kg. That’s a difference of about 52 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The GWM WEY 05 is decisively ahead 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.

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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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The Mazda 2 is a pocket-sized charmer that makes city driving feel light and lively, wrapped in sleek styling that looks right at home on trendy streets. Buyers who want an economical, fun-to-drive hatch with surprisingly grown-up cabin quality will find it hard to resist — it’s the kind of everyday companion that puts a grin on your face every time you head out.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
51,300 - 54,800 £
Price
14,200 - 21,700 £
Consumption L/100km
0.4 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
4.7 - 5.4 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
158 km
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
12 g/km
co2
107 - 122 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
44 L

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
SUV
Body Type
Hatchback
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
5
Curb weight
2,410 - 2,440 kg
Curb weight
1,099 - 1,120 kg
Trunk capacity
500 L
Trunk capacity
280 L
Length
-
Length
4,080 mm
Width
1,960 mm
Width
1,695 mm
Height
-
Height
1,515 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
950 L
Payload
355 - 385 kg
Payload
420 - 437 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Plugin Hybrid
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Petrol
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
476 HP
Power HP
75 - 115 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
9.1 - 12.1 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
171 - 200 km/h
Torque
847 Nm
Torque
143 - 151 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
350 kW
Power kW
55 - 85 kW
Engine capacity
1,998 cm3
Engine capacity
1,496 cm3

General
Model Year
2024
Model Year
2023
CO2 Efficiency Class
B
CO2 Efficiency Class
C, D
Brand
GWM
Brand
Mazda
What drive types are available for the GWM WEY 05?

Available configurations include All-Wheel Drive.

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