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GWM WEY 05 vs Suzuki Jimny comparison

Compare performance (476 HP vs 102 HP), boot space and price (51,300 £ vs 25,300 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – GWM WEY 05 or Suzuki Jimny?

GWM WEY 05 vs Suzuki Jimny: Key differences

GWM WEY 05

5 (1 Reviews)
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  • substantially more power
  • substantially more efficient
  • clearly quicker 0–100 km/h
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Suzuki Jimny

2.7 (1 Reviews)
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  • substantially cheaper
  • substantially lighter
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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.

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.

Suzuki Jimny is substantially cheaper – starting at 25,300 £ , while the GWM WEY 05 costs 51,300 £ . That’s a price difference of around 26,065 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the GWM WEY 05 uses 0.4 L/100km and is substantially more efficient than the Suzuki Jimny with 7.7 L/100km. The difference is about 7.3 L/100km.

Jimny

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 substantially more power – delivering 476 HP compared to 102 HP. That’s roughly 374 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 Suzuki Jimny takes 12.8 s. That’s about 7.8 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the GWM WEY 05 delivers considerably more torque with 847 Nm compared to 130 Nm. That’s about 717 Nm more.

Space and Everyday Use:

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

Seats: GWM WEY 05 offers more seats – 5 vs 2.

In terms of curb weight, Suzuki Jimny is substantially lighter – 1,165 kg compared to 2,410 kg. The difference is around 1,245 kg.

When it comes to payload, the GWM WEY 05 carries visibly more – 385 kg compared to 270 kg. That’s a difference of about 115 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 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
GWM WEY 05
Suzuki Jimny

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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Suzuki Jimny

Brimming with raucous charm and unabashed off-road spirit, the Suzuki Jimny makes light work of rough tracks while remaining surprisingly at home in city streets. It's a cheeky, no-nonsense companion for buyers who prefer character over conformity — think go-anywhere attitude in a pocket-sized package.

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GWM WEY 05
Suzuki Jimny

Costs and Consumption

Price
51,300 - 54,800 £
Price
25,300 - 27,700 £
Consumption L/100km
0.4 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
7.7 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
158 km
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
12 g/km
co2
173 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
40 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
Off-Roader
Seats
5
Seats
2
Doors
-
Doors
3
Curb weight
2,410 - 2,440 kg
Curb weight
1,165 kg
Trunk capacity
500 L
Trunk capacity
-
Length
-
Length
3,645 mm
Width
1,960 mm
Width
1,645 mm
Height
-
Height
1,705 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
863 L
Payload
355 - 385 kg
Payload
270 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Plug-in Hybrid
Engine Type
Petrol
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Manual
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
476 HP
Power HP
102 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
12.8 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
145 km/h
Torque
847 Nm
Torque
130 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
350 kW
Power kW
75 kW
Engine capacity
1,998 cm3
Engine capacity
1,462 cm3

General

Model Year
2024
Model Year
2,021 - 2,024
CO2 Efficiency Class
B
CO2 Efficiency Class
F
Brand
GWM
Brand
Suzuki
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