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GWM WEY 05 vs SsangYong Torres comparison

Compare performance (476 HP vs 207 HP), boot space and price (51,300 £ vs 33,800 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – GWM WEY 05 or SsangYong Torres?

GWM WEY 05 vs SsangYong Torres: Key differences

GWM WEY 05

5 (1 Reviews)
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  • significantly more power
  • clearly more efficient
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SsangYong Torres

4.4 (1 Reviews)
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  • significantly cheaper
  • clearly more electric range
  • clearly lighter
  • markedly 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 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.

SsangYong Torres is significantly cheaper – starting at 33,800 £ , while the GWM WEY 05 costs 51,300 £ . That’s a price difference of around 17,494 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the GWM WEY 05 uses 0.4 L/100km and is clearly more efficient than the SsangYong Torres with 7.9 L/100km. The difference is about 7.5 L/100km.

As for electric range, the SsangYong Torres offers clearly more range – reaching up to 462 km, about 304 km more than the GWM WEY 05.

Torres

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 significantly more power – delivering 476 HP compared to 207 HP. That’s roughly 269 HP more horsepower.

There’s also a difference in torque: the GWM WEY 05 delivers significantly more torque with 847 Nm compared to 339 Nm. That’s about 508 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, SsangYong Torres is clearly lighter – 1,498 kg compared to 2,410 kg. The difference is around 912 kg.

Looking at boot space, the SsangYong Torres offers markedly more boot space – 703 L compared to 500 L. That’s a difference of about 203 L.

When it comes to payload, the SsangYong Torres carries markedly more – 552 kg compared to 385 kg. That’s a difference of about 167 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.

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 Torres

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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 Torres

SsangYong Torres cuts a rugged, purposeful silhouette that feels more expensive than its price tag, offering generously practical packaging and a no-nonsense feature set. It drives with surprisingly assured manners and genuine off-road appetite, making it a clever choice for buyers who want real SUV capability without badge snobbery.

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GWM WEY 05
SsangYong Torres

Costs and Consumption

Price
51,300 - 54,800 £
Price
33,800 - 44,600 £
Consumption L/100km
0.4 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
7.9 - 9.1 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
18.7 kWh/100km
Electric Range
158 km
Electric Range
462 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
12 g/km
co2
0 - 207 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
50 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
5
Curb weight
2,410 - 2,440 kg
Curb weight
1,498 - 1,618 kg
Trunk capacity
500 L
Trunk capacity
703 L
Length
-
Length
4,700 mm
Width
1,960 mm
Width
1,890 mm
Height
-
Height
1,710 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
1,662 L
Payload
355 - 385 kg
Payload
552 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Plugin Hybrid
Engine Type
Petrol, Electric
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox, Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
476 HP
Power HP
163 - 207 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
-
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
191 - 194 km/h
Torque
847 Nm
Torque
280 - 339 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
350 kW
Power kW
120 - 152 kW
Engine capacity
1,998 cm3
Engine capacity
1,497 cm3

General

Model Year
2024
Model Year
2,023 - 2,024
CO2 Efficiency Class
B
CO2 Efficiency Class
G, A
Brand
GWM
Brand
SsangYong
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