Compare performance (464 HP vs 476 HP), boot space and price (82,300 £ vs 51,300 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Lexus RC or GWM WEY 05?
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.
GWM WEY 05 is considerably cheaper – starting at 51,300 £ , while the Lexus RC costs 82,300 £ . That’s a price difference of around 30,986 £.
Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the GWM WEY 05 uses 0.4 L/100km and is clearly more efficient than the Lexus RC with 11.8 L/100km. The difference is about 11.4 L/100km.
Power, torque and acceleration are the classic benchmarks for car enthusiasts – and here, some clear differences start to show.
When it comes to engine power, the GWM WEY 05 offers only slightly more power – delivering 476 HP compared to 464 HP. That’s roughly 12 HP more horsepower.
When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Lexus RC is moderately quicker – completing the sprint in 4.3 s, while the GWM WEY 05 takes 5 s. That’s about 0.7 s quicker.
There’s also a difference in torque: the GWM WEY 05 delivers visibly more torque with 847 Nm compared to 520 Nm. That’s about 327 Nm more.
Cabin size, boot volume and payload all play a role in everyday practicality. Here, comfort and flexibility make the difference.
Seats: GWM WEY 05 offers more seats – 5 vs 4.
In terms of curb weight, Lexus RC is substantially lighter – 1,715 kg compared to 2,410 kg. The difference is around 695 kg.
Looking at boot space, the GWM WEY 05 offers markedly more boot space – 500 L compared to 366 L. That’s a difference of about 134 L.
When it comes to payload, the Lexus RC carries noticeably more – 535 kg compared to 385 kg. That’s a difference of about 150 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 Lexus RC cuts a dramatic figure on the road with its bold grille and sculpted coupe silhouette, blending Japanese refinement with a dash of show-off flair. Inside it favors comfort and clever detailing over racetrack theatrics, so if you want a luxurious, dependable coupe that rewards everyday driving with poise and a grin, the RC is hard to ignore.
detailsThe 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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Costs and Consumption |
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Price
82,300 - 101,500 £
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Price
51,300 - 54,800 £
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Consumption L/100km
11.8 L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
0.4 L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Electric Range
-
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Electric Range
158 km
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Battery Capacity
-
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Battery Capacity
-
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co2
268 g/km
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co2
12 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
66 L
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Fuel tank capacity
-
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
Coupe
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Body Type
SUV
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Seats
4
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Seats
5
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Doors
3
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Doors
-
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Curb weight
1,715 kg
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Curb weight
2,410 - 2,440 kg
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Trunk capacity
366 L
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Trunk capacity
500 L
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Length
4,710 mm
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Length
-
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Width
1,845 mm
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Width
1,960 mm
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Height
1,390 mm
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Height
-
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Payload
535 kg
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Payload
355 - 385 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Petrol
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Engine Type
Plugin Hybrid
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
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Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
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Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
464 HP
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Power HP
476 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.3 - 4.5 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
5 s
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Max Speed
270 km/h
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Max Speed
-
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Torque
520 Nm
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Torque
847 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
8
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Number of Cylinders
4
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Power kW
341 kW
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Power kW
350 kW
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Engine capacity
4,969 cm3
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Engine capacity
1,998 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2,021 - 2,024
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Model Year
2024
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CO2 Efficiency Class
G
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CO2 Efficiency Class
B
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Brand
Lexus
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Brand
GWM
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