This upcoming premium PHEV people mover from GWM is set to debut locally below RM 300,000. 

After gunning for Toyota Land Cruiser buyers with the Tank 500, GWM Malaysia is now aiming straight at Alphard owners with its latest offering: the Wey G9. First previewed at the 2024 Kuala Lumpur International Mobility Show (KLIMS), this PHEV premium people mover joins the ever-growing list of Sino rivals like the Denza D9, Maxus MIFA 9, Xpeng X9 and Zeekr 009.

And for all the busy taukes out there who are curious but can’t be bothered with a full read, Automacha’s got you covered with everything you need to know — in neat, bite-sized point form:

Key Highlights

• PHEV 7-seat premium MPV
• Estimated price: below RM300,000
• Launch date: Q4 2025
• Bookings now open at selected GWM dealerships nationwide
• Local assembly in Melaka with exports planned for Thailand, Indonesia, and beyond

The Name: WEY G9

• Originally known as the WEY 80 in China, renamed WEY G9 for Malaysia
• “G” – symbolises love connecting generations
• “9” – reflects wholeness and family unity
• “WEY” – honours GWM founder Jack Wey, representing premium quality, technology, and safety

Dimensions

• WEY G9: 5,050 mm (L) × 1,960 mm (W) × 1,900 mm (H) | Wheelbase: 3,085 mm

• Boot capacity (WEY G9): 233 L, expandable to 1,725 L

Powertrain & Performance

• PHEV Hi-4 AWD system
• 1.5T turbo petrol: 150 PS / 240 Nm
• Dual motors: 80 kW (front) + 135 kW (rear)
• Combined output: 442 PS / 642 Nm
• Transmission: 4-speed Dedicated Hybrid Transmission (DHT)
• 0–100 km/h: 5.7 sec
• Top speed: 200 km/h
• Battery: 44.2 kWh (Malaysia; smaller than China’s 51.55 kWh pack)
• Range:
  • 170 km NEDC EV-only (~145 km WLTP)
  • Up to 1,000 km combined (~850 km WLTP)
• Charging:
  • DC fast charge (60 kW): 30–80% in 26 mins
  • AC (6.6 kW): 15–100% in 6.5 hrs

Interior & Comfort

• Displays & Tech:
  • 12.3-inch digital instrument cluster
  • 15.6-inch central infotainment screen (Coffee OS 3)
• Seating:
  • 2-2-3 layout with Nappa leather
  • 2nd-row zero-gravity captain chairs with massage, ventilation, and new physical adjustment buttons
  • Extra-long shared seat rail (1,845 mm) → up to 1,166 mm 2nd-row legroom
  • 3rd-row seats prioritise cushion comfort over flat-folding
• Smart refrigerator:
  • 12.5L dual-opening (front armrest + rear drawer)
  • Temp range: 0–50℃ (Cooling / Heating / Fresh-keeping)
  • Fits 6 bottles of Perrier + 10 cans of Coke
• Suspension setup:
  • Steel springs + normal dampers
  • Locally tuned for Malaysian roads

Safety Features

• C-NCAP 5-star rating
• High-strength structure:
  • 81.96% high-strength steel
  • 2000 MPa ultra-high-strength A/B pillars
  • Reinforced 3rd-row seatback for added protection
  • Roof crush resistance up to 12 tons
• Side curtain airbags:
  • Covers all three rows
  • 3,107 mm long, 700 mm wide
  • 6-second inflation for rollover/severe collisions
• Chassis structure:
  • Four longitudinal + seven cross beams
  • Smart crash energy distribution for cabin integrity
• Battery safety:
  • Quadruple protection, passed 89 tests
  • 4-layer side impact + 6-layer bottom protection
  • Sealed against water, gravel, and impacts

Available Colours

• Exterior colours: Grey, Black, White
• Interior schemes: Brown, Black