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GWM WEY 05 vs Mercedes E-Class comparison

Compare performance (476 HP vs 585 HP), boot space and price (51,300 £ vs 50,500 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – GWM WEY 05 or Mercedes E-Class?

GWM WEY 05 vs Mercedes E-Class: Key differences

GWM WEY 05

5 (1 Reviews)
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  • considerably more efficient
  • markedly more electric range
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Mercedes E-Class

4.7 (2 Reviews)
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  • only slightly cheaper
  • a bit more power
  • markedly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • noticeably lighter
  • only slightly more trunk space
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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 key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.

Mercedes E-Class is only slightly cheaper – starting at 50,500 £ , while the GWM WEY 05 costs 51,300 £ . That’s a price difference of around 852 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the GWM WEY 05 uses 0.4 L/100km and is considerably more efficient than the Mercedes E-Class with 1.5 L/100km. The difference is about 1.1 L/100km.

As for electric range, the GWM WEY 05 offers markedly more range – reaching up to 158 km, about 42 km more than the Mercedes E-Class.

E-Class

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 Mercedes E-Class offers a bit more power – delivering 585 HP compared to 476 HP. That’s roughly 109 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Mercedes E-Class is markedly quicker – completing the sprint in 4 s, while the GWM WEY 05 takes 5 s. That’s about 1 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the GWM WEY 05 delivers a bit more torque with 847 Nm compared to 750 Nm. That’s about 97 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, Mercedes E-Class is noticeably lighter – 1,810 kg compared to 2,410 kg. The difference is around 600 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Mercedes E-Class offers only slightly more boot space – 540 L compared to 500 L. That’s a difference of about 40 L.

When it comes to payload, the Mercedes E-Class carries markedly more – 640 kg compared to 385 kg. That’s a difference of about 255 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.

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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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Mercedes E-Class

The Mercedes E‑Class is the executive saloon that balances calm refinement with a hint of sporting intent, wrapping luxury in tasteful understatement. It pampers occupants with a composed ride and intuitive tech while quietly reminding you that it’s still very much a Mercedes — authoritative, polished, and unwilling to shout for attention.

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Comfortable car, beautiful lines, powerful and economical to run.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
51,300 - 54,800 £
Price
50,500 - 119,700 £
Consumption L/100km
0.4 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
1.5 - 7.5 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
158 km
Electric Range
101 - 116 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
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co2
12 g/km
co2
39 - 172 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
SUV
Body Type
Sedan
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
2,410 - 2,440 kg
Curb weight
1,810 - 2,390 kg
Trunk capacity
500 L
Trunk capacity
370 - 540 L
Length
-
Length
-
Width
1,960 mm
Width
1,880 mm
Height
-
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
355 - 385 kg
Payload
530 - 640 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Plugin Hybrid
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid, Diesel MHEV
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
476 HP
Power HP
186 - 585 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4 - 8.5 s
Max Speed
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Max Speed
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Torque
847 Nm
Torque
320 - 750 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
4 - 6
Power kW
350 kW
Power kW
137 - 430 kW
Engine capacity
1,998 cm3
Engine capacity
1,993 - 2,999 cm3

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

Available configurations include All-Wheel Drive.

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