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GWM WEY 05 vs Mercedes CLA Coupe comparison

Compare performance (476 HP vs 354 HP), boot space and price (51,300 £ vs 39,600 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – GWM WEY 05 or Mercedes CLA Coupe?

GWM WEY 05 vs Mercedes CLA Coupe: Key differences

GWM WEY 05

5 (1 Reviews)
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  • noticeably more power
  • substantially more efficient
  • moderately more trunk space
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Mercedes CLA Coupe

4.8 (2 Reviews)
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  • clearly cheaper
  • substantially more electric range
  • very slightly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • substantially 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.

Here’s where it gets real: The technical differences in detail

WEY 05

Costs and Efficiency:

Price and efficiency are key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.

Mercedes CLA Coupe is clearly cheaper – starting at 39,600 £ , while the GWM WEY 05 costs 51,300 £ . That’s a price difference of around 11,706 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the GWM WEY 05 uses 0.4 L/100km and is substantially more efficient than the Mercedes CLA Coupe with 4.9 L/100km. The difference is about 4.5 L/100km.

As for electric range, the Mercedes CLA Coupe offers substantially more range – reaching up to 792 km, about 634 km more than the GWM WEY 05.

CLA Coupe

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 offers noticeably more power – delivering 476 HP compared to 354 HP. That’s roughly 122 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Mercedes CLA Coupe is very slightly quicker – completing the sprint in 4.9 s, while the GWM WEY 05 takes 5 s. That’s about 0.1 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the GWM WEY 05 delivers visibly more torque with 847 Nm compared to 515 Nm. That’s about 332 Nm more.

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 terms of curb weight, Mercedes CLA Coupe is substantially lighter – 1,695 kg compared to 2,410 kg. The difference is around 715 kg.

Looking at boot space, the GWM WEY 05 offers moderately more boot space – 500 L compared to 405 L. That’s a difference of about 95 L.

When it comes to payload, the Mercedes CLA Coupe carries moderately more – 455 kg compared to 385 kg. That’s a difference of about 70 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The GWM WEY 05 stands 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.

from £51,300
WEY 05

GWM WEY 05

  • Engine Type Plug-in 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
Mercedes CLA Coupe

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Dimensions and Body

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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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Mercedes CLA Coupe

The Mercedes CLA Coupe cuts a rakish silhouette that blends sporty coupe lines with everyday practicality, giving style-minded buyers a premium image without shouting. Inside it feels more luxurious than its size suggests, with a slick cabin, intuitive tech and a composed ride — the kind of car that parties in the city and still shows up polished on Sunday morning.

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GWM WEY 05
Mercedes CLA Coupe

Costs and Consumption

Price
51,300 - 54,800 £
Price
39,600 - 60,000 £
Consumption L/100km
0.4 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
4.9 - 5.3 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
12.3 - 12.7 kWh/100km
Electric Range
158 km
Electric Range
542 - 792 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
12 g/km
co2
0 - 120 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
Coupe
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
2,410 - 2,440 kg
Curb weight
1,695 - 2,135 kg
Trunk capacity
500 L
Trunk capacity
405 L
Length
-
Length
-
Width
1,960 mm
Width
1,855 mm
Height
-
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
355 - 385 kg
Payload
430 - 455 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Plug-in Hybrid
Engine Type
Electric, Full Hybrid
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive, Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
476 HP
Power HP
156 - 354 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.9 - 8.8 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
-
Torque
847 Nm
Torque
280 - 515 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
350 kW
Power kW
115 - 260 kW
Engine capacity
1,998 cm3
Engine capacity
1,499 cm3

General

Model Year
2024
Model Year
2,025 - 2,026
CO2 Efficiency Class
B
CO2 Efficiency Class
A, C, D
Brand
GWM
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
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