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GWM WEY 05 vs VW Tayron comparison

Compare performance (476 HP vs 272 HP), boot space and price (51,300 £ vs 40,200 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – GWM WEY 05 or VW Tayron?

GWM WEY 05 vs VW Tayron: Key differences

GWM WEY 05

5 (1 Reviews)
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  • considerably more power
  • significantly more efficient
  • visibly more electric range
  • visibly quicker 0–100 km/h
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VW Tayron

4.4 (3 Reviews)
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  • visibly cheaper
  • clearly 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:

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.

VW Tayron is visibly cheaper – starting at 40,200 £ , while the GWM WEY 05 costs 51,300 £ . That’s a price difference of around 11,121 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the GWM WEY 05 uses 0.4 L/100km and is significantly more efficient than the VW Tayron with 1.5 L/100km. The difference is about 1.1 L/100km.

As for electric range, the GWM WEY 05 offers visibly more range – reaching up to 158 km, about 35 km more than the VW Tayron.

Tayron

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 offers considerably more power – delivering 476 HP compared to 272 HP. That’s roughly 204 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the GWM WEY 05 is visibly quicker – completing the sprint in 5 s, while the VW Tayron takes 6.1 s. That’s about 1.1 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the GWM WEY 05 delivers substantially more torque with 847 Nm compared to 400 Nm. That’s about 447 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, VW Tayron is clearly lighter – 1,682 kg compared to 2,410 kg. The difference is around 728 kg.

Looking at boot space, the VW Tayron offers clearly more boot space – 885 L compared to 500 L. That’s a difference of about 385 L.

When it comes to payload, the VW Tayron carries visibly more – 573 kg compared to 385 kg. That’s a difference of about 188 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The GWM WEY 05 is far ahead 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
VW Tayron

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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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VW Tayron

The VW Tayron is Volkswagen's roomy, no-nonsense SUV that pairs clean, familiar styling with a practical cabin built for families and everyday use. It rides comfortably, packs sensible tech and creature comforts, and feels like the sensible sweater of SUVs for buyers who prefer steady value over headline-grabbing drama.

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GWM WEY 05
VW Tayron

Costs and Consumption

Price
51,300 - 54,800 £
Price
40,200 - 56,000 £
Consumption L/100km
0.4 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
1.5 - 8.5 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
158 km
Electric Range
116 - 123 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
12 g/km
co2
33 - 192 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
2,410 - 2,440 kg
Curb weight
1,682 - 1,948 kg
Trunk capacity
500 L
Trunk capacity
705 - 885 L
Length
-
Length
-
Width
1,960 mm
Width
1,853 - 1,866 mm
Height
-
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
355 - 385 kg
Payload
489 - 573 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Plugin Hybrid
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Diesel, Petrol, Plugin Hybrid
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
476 HP
Power HP
150 - 272 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
6.1 - 9.7 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
-
Torque
847 Nm
Torque
250 - 400 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
350 kW
Power kW
110 - 200 kW
Engine capacity
1,998 cm3
Engine capacity
1,498 - 1,984 cm3

General

Model Year
2024
Model Year
2,025 - 2,026
CO2 Efficiency Class
B
CO2 Efficiency Class
E, F, G, B
Brand
GWM
Brand
VW
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