GWM Wey G9 booking open in Malaysia — here are 5 things to know

After receiving a range of luxury electrified MPVs (Denza D9, Zeekr 009, and GAC M8) this year, Malaysia is set to welcome another. We are referring to the GWM Wey G9 PHEV, which made its first public appearance at the Kuala Lumpur International Mobility Show 2024 as the Wey 80. 

Bookings for the GWM Wey G9  are now open in Malaysia, with its official launch slated for early 2026. Here are five important things you should know about this upcoming MPV.

GWM Wey G9: 5 things to know

Locally assembled in Malaysia

The  Wey G9 will be offered as a locally assembled model in Malaysia. Great Wall Motor Malaysia rolled out its first locally assembled unit last week at the EP Manufacturing Bhd plant in Melaka. Notably, the Wey G9 is the first premium Chinese New Energy MPV to be assembled in the local market. The local assembly ensures customers “benefit from international engineering standards together with local quality assurance.” 

The partnership with EPMB is an important milestone in GWM’s regional expansion journey. It supports the brand’s commitment to localisation, industry development and its long-term ambition to establish Malaysia as a strategic hub for the ASEAN region. 

Packs a PHEV powertrain, offering a combined range of 1000 km

The GWM Wey G9 will introduce the advanced Hybrid Intelligent 4WD (Hi4) system to the Malaysian premium MPV segment, which combines a 1.5-litre turbocharged petrol engine and two electric motors. The system ensures that power is efficiently distributed, providing optimal performance both in urban settings and off-road conditions. 

The specifications are as follows - 

Powertrain	1.5-litre turbocharged petrol engine + Two electric motors
Combined output	442 PS of power and 642 Nm of torque
Battery capacity	44.2 kWh
Driving range	Pure electric - Up to 170 km (on the NEDC cycle) Combined - 1000 km
Drive system	4WD (four-wheel drive)
Transmission	4-speed DHT (Dedicated Hybrid Transmission)
0-100 kmph acceleration	5.7 seconds
Top speed	200 kmph
Charging	60 kW DC takes 26 minutes for 30% to 80% SoC  6.6 kW AC takes 6.5 hours for 15% to 100% SoC

Bold exterior design 

The MPV boasts a bold exterior design exuding both power and elegance. At the front, we can see a huge radiator grille with dynamic lines and chrome elements, lending the vehicle a bold, avant-garde appearance. 

Adding to its commanding road presence is a boxy silhouette, a high roofline and large windows and wheels. It features sharp LED headlights with “Follow Me Home” lighting, electric sliding rear doors, flush-mounted door handles, full-width LED tail lights, and a powered tailgate.

While the MPV comes in three versions in China - short wheelbase, standard and long wheelbase- here it is expected to come in a short wheelbase version (2-2-3 seating layout), which measures 5,050 mm in length, 1,960 mm in width and 1,900 mm in height, and spans a wheelbase of 3,085 mm. 

Modern technology and superior comfort

Designed for both family and business users, the MPV will offer a refined premium cabin experience with a wide range of advanced tech and intelligent safety systems. The feature kit is expected to include - 

• 12.3-inch digital instrument cluster
• 14.6-inch central multimedia display
• Apple CarPlay and Android Auto
• 17.3-inch rear monitor
• 50-watt Qi wireless charging
• Head-Up Display 
• Zero Gravity seats 
• Harman Kardon surround sound system
• 12.5 litre fridge with an independent compressor

• Three-zone climate control system offering separate temperature settings for front and rear passengers
• Air Filtration & UV Sterilisation System
• Ample cabin storage compartments
• Power-adjustable driver’s seat with memory function
• Ventilated and heated seats
• 360-degree camera
• Full suite of advanced driver-assistance systems

Expected price below RM 300,000

GWM Malaysia has announced that the Wey G9 will be priced below RM 300,000, positioning it as a competitively priced model in the luxury MPV market in Malaysia. At this price point, it is set to undercut one of its key rivals, the GAC M8 PHEV, which is priced between RM 328,800 - 388,800 in the local market. 

Summing up 

The GWM Wey G9 is a bold and luxurious MPV with commanding looks, an opulent interior and innovative Hi4 technology, set to cause a stir in the growing premium MPV segment in Malaysia. 

Also read: GWM at Three: A brand that’s growing up fast in Malaysia