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?
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.
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.
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.
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.
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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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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Price
51,300 - 54,800 £
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Price
39,600 - 60,000 £
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Consumption L/100km
0.4 L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
4.9 - 5.3 L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Consumption kWh/100km
12.3 - 12.7 kWh/100km
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Electric Range
158 km
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Electric Range
542 - 792 km
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Battery Capacity
-
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Battery Capacity
-
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co2
12 g/km
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co2
0 - 120 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
-
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Fuel tank capacity
-
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
SUV
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Body Type
Coupe
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Seats
5
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Seats
5
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Doors
-
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Doors
-
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Curb weight
2,410 - 2,440 kg
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Curb weight
1,695 - 2,135 kg
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Trunk capacity
500 L
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Trunk capacity
405 L
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Length
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Length
-
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Width
1,960 mm
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Width
1,855 mm
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Height
-
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Height
-
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Payload
355 - 385 kg
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Payload
430 - 455 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Plug-in Hybrid
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Engine Type
Electric, Full Hybrid
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
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Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive, Front-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
476 HP
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Power HP
156 - 354 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
5 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.9 - 8.8 s
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Max Speed
-
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Max Speed
-
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Torque
847 Nm
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Torque
280 - 515 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
4
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Number of Cylinders
4
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Power kW
350 kW
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Power kW
115 - 260 kW
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Engine capacity
1,998 cm3
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Engine capacity
1,499 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2024
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Model Year
2,025 - 2,026
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CO2 Efficiency Class
B
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CO2 Efficiency Class
A, C, D
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Brand
GWM
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Brand
Mercedes-Benz
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