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GWM WEY 05 vs Toyota Yaris - Differences and prices compared

Compare performance (476 HP vs 280 HP), boot space and price (51300 £ vs 21900 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – GWM WEY 05 or Toyota Yaris?

GWM WEY 05

5 (1 Reviews)
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Toyota Yaris

3.9 (3 Reviews)
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Here’s where it gets real: The technical differences in detail

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Costs and Efficiency:

When it comes to price and running costs, the biggest differences usually appear. This is often where you see which car fits your budget better in the long run.

Toyota Yaris has a significantly advantage in terms of price – it starts at 21900 £ , while the GWM WEY 05 costs 51300 £ . That’s a price difference of around 29485 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: GWM WEY 05 manages with 0.40 L and is therefore convincingly more efficient than the Toyota Yaris with 3.80 L. The difference is about 3.40 L per 100 km.

Yaris

Engine and Performance:

Power, torque and acceleration say a lot about how a car feels on the road. This is where you see which model delivers more driving dynamics.

When it comes to engine power, the GWM WEY 05 has a significantly edge – offering 476 HP compared to 280 HP. That’s roughly 196 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the GWM WEY 05 is barely noticeable quicker – completing the sprint in 5 s, while the Toyota Yaris takes 5.50 s. That’s about 0.50 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the GWM WEY 05 performs minimal better – reaching 235 km/h, while the Toyota Yaris tops out at 230 km/h. The difference is around 5 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: GWM WEY 05 pulls convincingly stronger with 847 Nm compared to 390 Nm. That’s about 457 Nm difference.

Space and Everyday Use:

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

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In curb weight, Toyota Yaris is decisively lighter – 1090 kg compared to 2410 kg. The difference is around 1320 kg.

In terms of boot space, the GWM WEY 05 offers clearly more room – 500 L compared to 286 L. That’s a difference of about 214 L.

In maximum load capacity, the GWM WEY 05 performs clearly perceptible better – up to 1229 L, which is about 294 L more than the Toyota Yaris.

When it comes to payload, Toyota Yaris clearly perceptible takes the win – 525 kg compared to 385 kg. That’s a difference of about 140 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The GWM WEY 05 sits 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.

GWM WEY 05
Toyota Yaris

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GWM WEY 05

  • Engine Type : Plugin Hybrid
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 476 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 0.40 L
  • Electric Range : 158 km

GWM WEY 05

5 (1 Reviews)
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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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Toyota Yaris

3.9 (3 Reviews)
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The Toyota Yaris is a sprightly city hatch that packs clever packaging, surprising comfort and fuel-sipping manners into a neat, easy-to-park package. It rewards sensible buyers with low running costs, friendly ergonomics and a forgiving drive, delivered with Japanese reliability and just enough personality to make errands feel a little less ordinary.

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GWM WEY 05
Toyota Yaris

Costs and Consumption

Price
51300 - 54800 £
Price
21900 - 46700 £
Consumption L/100km
0.40 L
Consumption L/100km
3.8 - 9.5 L
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
158 km
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
33.70 kWh
Battery Capacity
-
co2
12 g/km
co2
87 - 215 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
55 L
Fuel tank capacity
36 - 50 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
Hatchback
Seats
5
Seats
4 - 5
Doors
5
Doors
3 - 5
Curb weight
2410 - 2440 kg
Curb weight
1090 - 1356 kg
Trunk capacity
500 L
Trunk capacity
141 - 286 L
Length
4870 mm
Length
3940 - 3995 mm
Width
1960 mm
Width
1745 - 1805 mm
Height
1690 mm
Height
1455 - 1500 mm
Max trunk capacity
1229 L
Max trunk capacity
935 L
Payload
355 - 385 kg
Payload
289 - 525 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Plugin Hybrid
Engine Type
Full Hybrid, Petrol
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
Transmission Detail
CVT, Manual Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
476 HP
Power HP
116 - 280 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.5 - 9.7 s
Max Speed
235 km/h
Max Speed
175 - 230 km/h
Torque
847 Nm
Torque
390 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
3
Power kW
350 kW
Power kW
85 - 206 kW
Engine capacity
1998 cm3
Engine capacity
1490 - 1618 cm3

General

Model Year
2024
Model Year
2024 - 2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
B
CO2 Efficiency Class
B, G
Brand
GWM
Brand
Toyota
What drive types are available for the GWM WEY 05?

Available configurations include All-Wheel Drive.

The prices shown are estimates based on German list prices, adjusted for local VAT. Local registration taxes (e.g. NoVA, BPM or CO2 malus) are not included. This information is not legally binding.