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GWM WEY 05 vs Mercedes V Class comparison

Compare performance (476 HP vs 237 HP), boot space and price (51,300 £ vs 48,200 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – GWM WEY 05 or Mercedes V Class?

GWM WEY 05 vs Mercedes V Class: Key differences

GWM WEY 05

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  • considerably more power
  • clearly more efficient
  • clearly quicker 0–100 km/h

Mercedes V Class

  • very slightly cheaper
  • barely lighter

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

WEY 05

Costs and Efficiency:

Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.

Mercedes V Class is very slightly cheaper – starting at 48,200 £ , while the GWM WEY 05 costs 51,300 £ . That’s a price difference of around 3,178 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the GWM WEY 05 uses 0.4 L/100km and is clearly more efficient than the Mercedes V Class with 7.1 L/100km. The difference is about 6.7 L/100km.

V Class

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 considerably more power – delivering 476 HP compared to 237 HP. That’s roughly 239 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the GWM WEY 05 is clearly quicker – completing the sprint in 5 s, while the Mercedes V Class takes 7.4 s. That’s about 2.4 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the GWM WEY 05 delivers significantly more torque with 847 Nm compared to 500 Nm. That’s about 347 Nm more.

Space and Everyday Use:

Cabin size, boot volume and payload all play a role in everyday practicality. Here, comfort and flexibility make the difference.

Seats: Mercedes V Class offers more seats – 6 vs 5.

In terms of curb weight, Mercedes V Class is barely lighter – 2,192 kg compared to 2,410 kg. The difference is around 218 kg.

When it comes to payload, the Mercedes V Class carries substantially more – 908 kg compared to 385 kg. That’s a difference of about 523 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The GWM WEY 05 holds a decisive overall lead 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 : Plugin 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 V Class

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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 V Class

The V‑Class is the grown-up people mover that blends executive-level comfort with van practicality, ideal for those who want to ferry family and gear without sacrificing luxury. Inside it's plush and flexible, with clever touches that turn long hauls into a comfortable commute and still manage to look serious on the school run.

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GWM WEY 05
Mercedes V Class

Costs and Consumption

Price
51,300 - 54,800 £
Price
48,200 - 83,300 £
Consumption L/100km
0.4 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
7.1 - 10.2 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
158 km
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
12 g/km
co2
187 - 232 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
Bus
Seats
5
Seats
6
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
2,410 - 2,440 kg
Curb weight
2,192 - 2,464 kg
Trunk capacity
500 L
Trunk capacity
-
Length
-
Length
-
Width
1,960 mm
Width
1,928 mm
Height
-
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
355 - 385 kg
Payload
636 - 908 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Plugin Hybrid
Engine Type
Diesel, Petrol
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
163 - 237 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.4 - 10.7 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
-
Torque
847 Nm
Torque
370 - 500 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
350 kW
Power kW
120 - 174 kW
Engine capacity
1,998 cm3
Engine capacity
1,950 - 1,999 cm3

General

Model Year
2,024
Model Year
2,025
CO2 Efficiency Class
B
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
Brand
GWM
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
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