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GWM WEY 05 vs Mercedes S-Class comparison

Compare performance (476 HP vs 635 HP), boot space and price (51,300 £ vs 104,000 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – GWM WEY 05 or Mercedes S-Class?

GWM WEY 05 vs Mercedes S-Class: Key differences

GWM WEY 05

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  • significantly cheaper
  • clearly more efficient
  • markedly more electric range
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Mercedes S-Class

  • visibly more power
  • markedly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • somewhat lighter
  • marginally more trunk space
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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 significantly cheaper – starting at 51,300 £ , while the Mercedes S-Class costs 104,000 £ . That’s a price difference of around 52,677 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the GWM WEY 05 uses 0.4 L/100km and is clearly more efficient than the Mercedes S-Class with 2.2 L/100km. The difference is about 1.8 L/100km.

As for electric range, the GWM WEY 05 offers markedly more range – reaching up to 158 km, about 40 km more than the Mercedes S-Class.

S-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 S-Class offers visibly more power – delivering 635 HP compared to 476 HP. That’s roughly 159 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Mercedes S-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 Mercedes S-Class delivers very slightly more torque with 850 Nm compared to 847 Nm. That’s about 3 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 S-Class is somewhat lighter – 2,165 kg compared to 2,410 kg. The difference is around 245 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Mercedes S-Class offers marginally more boot space – 530 L compared to 500 L. That’s a difference of about 30 L.

When it comes to payload, the Mercedes S-Class carries significantly more – 660 kg compared to 385 kg. That’s a difference of about 275 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 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
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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 S-Class

The Mercedes S-Class wraps peerless comfort, whisper-quiet luxury and subtle tech wizardry into a chauffeur-ready package that still knows how to engage the driver. It’s the car for buyers who want to arrive relaxed, be taken seriously and occasionally enjoy a grin when the road reminds them this limousine can dance.

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GWM WEY 05
Mercedes S-Class

Costs and Consumption
Price
51,300 - 54,800 £
Price
104,000 - 201,400 £
Consumption L/100km
0.4 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
2.2 - 11 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
158 km
Electric Range
98 - 118 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
12 g/km
co2
50 - 252 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
2,165 - 2,650 kg
Trunk capacity
500 L
Trunk capacity
345 - 530 L
Length
-
Length
-
Width
1,960 mm
Width
1,921 mm
Height
-
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
355 - 385 kg
Payload
420 - 660 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Plug-in Hybrid
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Plug-in Hybrid, Diesel MHEV
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
Power HP
476 HP
Power HP
336 - 635 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4 - 5.7 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
-
Torque
847 Nm
Torque
560 - 850 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
6 - 8
Power kW
350 kW
Power kW
247 - 467 kW
Engine capacity
1,998 cm3
Engine capacity
2,989 - 3,982 cm3

General
Model Year
2024
Model Year
2026
CO2 Efficiency Class
B
CO2 Efficiency Class
G, B, F
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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