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GWM WEY 05 vs SsangYong Rexton comparison

Compare performance (476 HP vs 202 HP), boot space and price (51,300 £ vs 41,100 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – GWM WEY 05 or SsangYong Rexton?

GWM WEY 05 vs SsangYong Rexton: Key differences

GWM WEY 05

5 (1 Reviews)
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  • clearly more power
  • significantly more efficient
  • significantly quicker 0–100 km/h
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SsangYong Rexton

4.7 (3 Reviews)
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  • visibly cheaper
  • moderately lighter
  • clearly 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.

SsangYong Rexton is visibly cheaper – starting at 41,100 £ , while the GWM WEY 05 costs 51,300 £ . That’s a price difference of around 10,208 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the GWM WEY 05 uses 0.4 L/100km and is significantly more efficient than the SsangYong Rexton with 8.2 L/100km. The difference is about 7.8 L/100km.

Rexton

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 clearly more power – delivering 476 HP compared to 202 HP. That’s roughly 274 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the GWM WEY 05 is significantly quicker – completing the sprint in 5 s, while the SsangYong Rexton takes 10.6 s. That’s about 5.6 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the GWM WEY 05 delivers significantly more torque with 847 Nm compared to 441 Nm. That’s about 406 Nm more.

Space and Everyday Use:

Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?

Seats: SsangYong Rexton offers more seats – 7 vs 5.

In terms of curb weight, SsangYong Rexton is moderately lighter – 2,145 kg compared to 2,410 kg. The difference is around 265 kg.

Looking at boot space, the SsangYong Rexton offers clearly more boot space – 784 L compared to 500 L. That’s a difference of about 284 L.

When it comes to payload, the SsangYong Rexton carries substantially more – 770 kg compared to 385 kg. That’s a difference of about 385 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 : 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
SsangYong Rexton

Costs and Consumption

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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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SsangYong Rexton

The SsangYong Rexton is a no-nonsense full-size SUV that pairs rugged, go-anywhere bones with a surprisingly plush cabin, making it an appealing choice for buyers who want capability without premium-brand prices. It won’t turn heads like a luxury badge, but its generous space, sensible features and honest practicality make it a smart, down-to-earth family hauler — a savvy pick if you value substance over status.

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GWM WEY 05
SsangYong Rexton

Costs and Consumption

Price
51,300 - 54,800 £
Price
41,100 - 51,300 £
Consumption L/100km
0.4 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
8.2 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
158 km
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
12 g/km
co2
214 - 216 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
70 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
Off-Roader
Seats
5
Seats
5 - 7
Doors
-
Doors
5
Curb weight
2,410 - 2,440 kg
Curb weight
2,145 - 2,180 kg
Trunk capacity
500 L
Trunk capacity
236 - 784 L
Length
-
Length
4,850 mm
Width
1,960 mm
Width
1,960 mm
Height
-
Height
1,825 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
1,806 - 1,977 L
Payload
355 - 385 kg
Payload
655 - 770 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Plugin Hybrid
Engine Type
Diesel
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
476 HP
Power HP
202 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
10.6 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
184 km/h
Torque
847 Nm
Torque
441 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
350 kW
Power kW
148 kW
Engine capacity
1,998 cm3
Engine capacity
2,157 cm3

General

Model Year
2024
Model Year
2,021 - 2,023
CO2 Efficiency Class
B
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
Brand
GWM
Brand
SsangYong
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