Kuala Lumpur, 29 January 2026 – Great Wall Motor (GWM) Malaysia today officially launched the GWM WEY G9 Hi4 PHEV, marking a significant milestone in the brand’s New Energy development in Malaysia. As the first Chinese luxury New Energy plug-in hybrid electric vehicle (PHEV) MPV to be assembled locally, the WEY G9 Hi4 PHEV reflects GWM’s long-term commitment to Malaysia as a strategic manufacturing and regional export hub for ASEAN.

The official launch was attended by Yang Berhormat Tuan Sim Tze Tzin, Deputy Minister of the Ministry of Investment, Trade and Industry (MITI), together with Mr. James Yang, Vice President of GWM International, and Dr. Hu Xin, Chief Engineer of High Voltage Systems, GWM, underscoring the importance of the WEY G9 Hi4 PHEV to GWM’s regional strategy.
WEY: A BRAND BUILT ON RESPONSIBILITY
The WEY brand is named after Mr. Jack Wey, Founder and Chairman of Great Wall Motor, and represents GWM’s highest commitment to safety, quality, and intelligent New Energy mobility.

As GWM’s flagship luxury New Energy MPV, the WEY G9 Hi4 PHEV is designed around the belief that first-class mobility should be accessible, practical, and relevant for everyday use.
“The WEY G9 Hi4 PHEV reflects GWM’s global direction for intelligent New Energy mobility,” said Cui Anqi, Managing Director of GWM Malaysia. “It brings together our strengths in hybrid technology, safety, and user-focused design, while highlighting Malaysia’s role as a key production and export base for ASEAN.”
Intelligent Performance with Hi4 Hybrid Technology
At the core of the WEY G9 Hi4 PHEV is GWM’s Hi4 intelligent hybrid system, combining a turbocharged engine with dual electric motors to deliver electric drive on both the front and rear axles.

The system produces a combined output of 442 PS and 642 Nm of torque, achieving 0–100 km/h in 5.7 seconds, while Intelligent Torque Vectoring Control (iTVC) continuously manages torque distribution to support stable and confident driving across varied Malaysian road and weather conditions.
Balanced Range and Everyday Efficiency
The Hi4 PHEV system in the WEY G9 is designed to remove the usual compromises between electric efficiency and long-distance usability. It offers up to 170 kilometres of pure electric driving, supporting quiet and efficient daily commuting, while delivering a total driving range exceeding 1,000 kilometres for longer journeys.
Even when battery levels are low, fuel consumption remains efficient at 6.2 litres per 100 kilometres, supported by intelligent energy management and seamless switching between Series and Parallel Hybrid modes. This ensures predictable efficiency in real-world Malaysian driving environments.
Spacious Comfort Designed for Every Seat
Built around the philosophy of First Class for All, the WEY G9 Hi4 PHEV prioritises comfort across all three rows. Measuring 5,050 mm in length with a 3,085 mm wheelbase, the cabin features a flat floor and generous central aisle to improve ease of movement and accessibility.
The front seats are equipped with Nappa leather upholstery, ventilation, and massage functions, while the second-row features Zero Gravity captain seats with one-touch reclining. The third row is designed to comfortably accommodate adults, making the WEY G9 Hi4 PHEV suitable for both daily family use and long-distance travel.
Quiet and Refined Cabin Experience
The WEY G9 Hi4 PHEV delivers a calm and refined cabin environment that supports comfort over extended journeys. At highway speeds of 120 kilometres per hour, cabin noise is measured at just 63.4 decibels, achieved through a combination of double-glazed acoustic glass, structural insulation, and HALOSonic active noise cancellation technology.
This is complemented by a 21-speaker, 2,440-watt premium audio system, precisely tuned for the cabin’s acoustics, allowing conversations to remain effortless while enhancing music clarity and overall in-car enjoyment.
Premium Convenience for Real Life
Beyond comfort and performance, the WEY G9 Hi4 PHEV is engineered to support how families and professionals use their vehicles. Wide-opening doors and a generous central aisle improve accessibility, while 11 USB charging points ensure connectivity for all occupants.
A 3.3-kilowatt external power output supports outdoor and travel-related use cases, while a 12.5-litre hot-and-cold refrigerator, capable of operating for up to 24 hours even when the vehicle is switched off, adds meaningful convenience for long journeys and everyday routines.
Both features are further enhanced by app connectivity, allowing users to monitor and control power output and refrigerator temperature remotely via the vehicle’s mobile app, ensuring seamless management, flexibility, and peace of mind at all times.
Comprehensive Safety Without Compromise
Safety is engineered into every aspect of the WEY G9 Hi4 PHEV, with protection extended equally across all three rows. The body structure comprises more than 83.01 percent high-strength steel, with critical pillars reinforced using materials rated between 1,500 and 2,000 MPa, and a roof structure capable of withstanding up to 12 tonnes of pressure.
Full-length curtain airbags cover all seating rows, while the battery system has been validated through 89 rigorous safety tests. The vehicle is also equipped with Level 2 Advanced Driver Assistance Systems, offering more than 20 intelligent safety features designed to support the driver and protect occupants in everyday driving scenarios.
PRICE AND OWNERSHIP PACKAGE
The GWM WEY G9 Hi4 PHEV is offered with carefully curated design choices and a comprehensive ownership package, developed to deliver a confident and rewarding ownership experience.
Exterior colours
Interior themes
Every colour, material, and detail has been deliberately selected to create a calm, welcoming cabin that feels unmistakably first class across every row.
Pricing
*RM 269,800. This pricing reflects not only competitiveness within the segment, but also GWM’s confidence in the value, engineering depth, and overall ownership experience of the WEY G9 Hi4 PHEV.
Early ownership package
Complimentary second-row entertainment screen for the first 1,000 WEY G9 Hi4 PHEV customers
Standard ownership benefits
Warranty coverage
LOCAL ASSEMBLY AND ASEAN EXPANSION
The WEY G9 Hi4 PHEV is assembled locally in Malaysia and serves as the regional export base for ASEAN, with exports already underway to Thailand and additional markets planned.
“The local assembly of the WEY G9 Hi4 PHEV demonstrates our confidence in Malaysia’s manufacturing capability and long-term potential,” said Roslan Abdullah, Chief Operating Officer of GWM Malaysia. “It supports technology transfer, strengthens the local supply chain, and aligns with national priorities for New Energy growth.”
GWM WEY G9 FIRST OWNER AND AMBASSADOR
GWM Malaysia has appointed Dato’ Sri Siti Nurhaliza as the WEY G9 ambassador. Her values and multi-generational appeal align with the WEY G9 Hi4 PHEV’s positioning as a luxury MPV designed for families and professionals alike.
SETTING A NEW BENCHMARK
With its combination of Hi4 PHEV performance, long driving range, comprehensive safety, refined comfort, and local assembly, the GWM WEY G9 Hi4 PHEV sets a new benchmark in Malaysia’s luxury MPV segment.