Compare performance (476 HP vs 462 HP), boot space and price (51300 £ vs 64300 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – GWM WEY 05 or VW Touareg?
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.
GWM WEY 05 has a distinct advantage in terms of price – it starts at 51300 £ , while the VW Touareg costs 64300 £ . That’s a price difference of around 12965 £.
Fuel consumption also shows a difference: GWM WEY 05 manages with 0.40 L and is therefore clearly more efficient than the VW Touareg with 5.20 L. The difference is about 4.80 L per 100 km.
As for electric range, the GWM WEY 05 performs decisively better – achieving up to 158 km, about 109 km more than the VW Touareg.
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 has a minimal edge – offering 476 HP compared to 462 HP. That’s roughly 14 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 VW Touareg takes 5.10 s. That’s about 0.10 s faster.
In terms of top speed, the VW Touareg performs hardly perceptible better – reaching 250 km/h, while the GWM WEY 05 tops out at 235 km/h. The difference is around 15 km/h.
There’s also a difference in torque: GWM WEY 05 pulls slightly stronger with 847 Nm compared to 700 Nm. That’s about 147 Nm difference.
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, VW Touareg is slightly lighter – 2059 kg compared to 2410 kg. The difference is around 351 kg.
In terms of boot space, the VW Touareg offers distinct more room – 810 L compared to 500 L. That’s a difference of about 310 L.
In maximum load capacity, the VW Touareg performs noticeable better – up to 1800 L, which is about 571 L more than the GWM WEY 05.
When it comes to payload, VW Touareg convincingly takes the win – 751 kg compared to 385 kg. That’s a difference of about 366 kg.
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.
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.
detailsVolkswagen Touareg wraps a grown-up presence in a classy, well-appointed cabin that feels more like a premium saloon than an SUV. It glides with quiet composure, devours long journeys and tucks away clever tech that makes life easier whether you’re stuck in town or nipping off the beaten track.
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Price
51300 - 54800 £
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Price
64300 - 88300 £
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Consumption L/100km
0.40 L
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Consumption L/100km
5.2 - 10.5 L
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Electric Range
158 km
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Electric Range
47 - 49 km
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Battery Capacity
33.70 kWh
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Battery Capacity
14.30 kWh
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co2
12 g/km
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co2
119 - 239 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
55 L
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Fuel tank capacity
75 L
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
SUV
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Body Type
SUV
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Seats
5
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Seats
5
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Doors
5
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Doors
5
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Curb weight
2410 - 2440 kg
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Curb weight
2059 - 2470 kg
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Trunk capacity
500 L
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Trunk capacity
665 - 810 L
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Length
4870 mm
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Length
4878 - 4902 mm
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Width
1960 mm
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Width
1984 mm
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Height
1690 mm
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Height
1693 - 1712 mm
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Max trunk capacity
1229 L
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Max trunk capacity
1675 - 1800 L
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Payload
355 - 385 kg
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Payload
550 - 751 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Plugin Hybrid
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Engine Type
Petrol, Plugin Hybrid, Diesel
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
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Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
476 HP
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Power HP
231 - 462 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
5 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.1 - 7.7 s
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Max Speed
235 km/h
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Max Speed
222 - 250 km/h
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Torque
847 Nm
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Torque
450 - 700 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
4
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Number of Cylinders
6
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Power kW
350 kW
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Power kW
170 - 340 kW
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Engine capacity
1998 cm3
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Engine capacity
2967 - 2995 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2024
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Model Year
2025
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CO2 Efficiency Class
B
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CO2 Efficiency Class
G, D
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Brand
GWM
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Brand
VW
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Available configurations include All-Wheel Drive.