Verdict
For just RM88 more, the Maxus MIFA 9 brings a 435 km electric range, 120 kW DC charging and a huge 1,010-litre boot, so it makes the stronger case for families able to charge regularly. The GWM Wey G9 counters with AWD, a much quicker 5.7-second 0-100 km/h time and a petrol plug-in hybrid powertrain for flexibility beyond its 170 km EV range. Its RM120 annual road tax also undercuts the MIFA 9’s RM220, while its second-row massage and ventilation are proper long-distance luxuries.
Pick the GWM Wey G9 if you want AWD, 5.7-second performance and petrol-hybrid flexibility alongside its 170 km EV range.
Pick the Maxus MIFA 9 if you can charge at home and need 435 km EV range, faster charging and vastly more boot space.
Key differences
- Price: GWM Wey G9 RM269,800; Maxus MIFA 9 RM269,888.
- EV range: GWM Wey G9 170 km; Maxus MIFA 9 435 km.
- DC charging: GWM Wey G9 60 kW; Maxus MIFA 9 120 kW.
- Performance: GWM Wey G9 5.7 seconds 0-100 km/h; Maxus MIFA 9 9.2 seconds.
- Driveline: GWM Wey G9 all-wheel drive; Maxus MIFA 9 front-wheel drive.
- Boot space: GWM Wey G9 233 litres; Maxus MIFA 9 1,010 litres.
Wey G9
- AWD and a 5.7-second 0-100 km/h time.
- Second-row massage and ventilation, plus a driver’s massage function.
- Six-year unlimited-mileage warranty and 3.3 kW V2L.
- 170 km EV range trails the MIFA 9’s 435 km.
- 60 kW DC and 6.6 kW AC charging are slower than the MIFA 9’s 120 kW and 11 kW.
- 233-litre boot is far smaller than the MIFA 9’s 1,010 litres.
MIFA 9
- 435 km EV range and 120 kW DC charging.
- 1,010-litre boot and a 3,200 mm wheelbase.
- Five-star EuroNCAP rating and 19-inch wheels.
- 9.2-second 0-100 km/h time is well behind the G9’s 5.7 seconds.
- Front-wheel drive versus the G9’s all-wheel drive.
- No listed second-row massage or ventilation, and no V2L output is specified.
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM269,800✓ | RM269,888 |
| Body type | MPV | MPV |
| Segment | Executive | D-Segment |
| Assembly | CKD | CBU |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM120✓ | RM220 |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 16-valve DOHC with direct fuel injection, turbocharger and variable valve timing with hybrid assistance | 400V architecture |
| Capacity | 1,499 cc | — |
| Horsepower | 148 hp at 5,500 rpm | — |
| Torque | 240 Nm at 1,800 rpm | — |
| Cylinder Arrangement | Inline 4 | — |
| Fuel | Petrol Plug-in Hybrid | Electric |
| Number of Motors | 2 | 1 |
| Motor Horsepower | 288 hp✓ | 241 hp |
| Motor Torque | 402 Nm✓ | 350 Nm |
| Battery Capacity | 44.2 kWh | — |
| EV Range | 170 km | 435 km✓ |
| Charging Rate (AC) | 6.6 kW | 11 kW✓ |
| Charging Rate (DC) | 60 kW | 120 kW✓ |
| V2L | 3.3 kW | — |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | eCVT Automatic | Single Ratio Automatic |
| Transmission Name | 4-speed Dedicated Hybrid Transmission | — |
| Gears | 4 | — |
| Transmission Manufacturer | GWM | — |
| Driveline | All Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | 5.7 seconds✓ | 9.2 seconds |
| Top Speed | 190 km/h | — |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 5,050 mm | 5,270 mm |
| Width | 1,985 mm | 2,000 mm |
| Height | 1,900 mm | 1,840 mm |
| Wheelbase | 3,085 mm | 3,200 mm |
| Weight | 2,803 kg | 3,095 kg |
| Fuel Tank | 58 litres | — |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 7 | 7 |
| Boot Space | 233 litres | 1,010 litres✓ |
| Front Tyre | 245/50R18 | 235/55R19 |
| Rear Tyre | 245/50R18 | 235/55R19 |
| Spare Tyre | Tyre Repair Kit | Tyre Repair Kit |
| Factory Tyres | Michelin e-Primacy | Continental EcoContact 6 |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Malaysia (CKD) | China (CBU) |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson Strut | MacPherson Strut |
| Rear Suspension | Multi-link | Multi-link |
| Front Wheels | 18" Alloy | 19" Alloy |
| Rear Wheels | 18" Alloy | 19" Alloy |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack and Pinion (Hydraulic Power Steering) |
| Crash Safety Ratings | ||
| EuroNCAP | — | 5 stars |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | 6 (Driver and Passenger, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain) | 6 (Driver and Front Passenger, Side and Curtain Airbags) |
| ABS/EBD | ✓ | ✓ |
| Stability Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Alarm | — | ✓ |
| Immobilizer | ✓ | ✓ |
| Child Safety Lock | Manual for Rear Doors | — |
| Seat Belts | 7 Three-point | 7 Three Point |
| Blind Spot Info System | ✓ | ✓ |
| ISOFIX | Available on Second Row Seats, Third Row | Available on front passenger and outer two second row seats |
| Autonomous Braking System | Yes | Yes |
| Lane-keeping Assist | Steering Correction | Steering Correction |
| Collision Warning | ✓ | ✓ |
| Seatbelt Reminder | All Seats | All Seats |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | Projector LED Headlights | LED Headlights |
| Taillamps | Full LED | Full LED Tail Lights |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | ✓ |
| Rear Foglamps | — | ✓ |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Powered Front Seats with Memory and Ventilation Functions, Driver's Side Massaging Function | Powered Front Seats with Power Lumbar |
| Rear Seats | Zero Gravity Second Row with Massage, Ventilation Functions, 60:40 Split Tip-up Third Row | Sliding and Folding Second Row |
| Front Air-con | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Rear Air-con | Single-zone Automatic Climate Control | Rear Vents with Blower Control |
| Sunroof | Panoramic Glass Roof | Yes |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front, 1 Wireless Charger, 3 USB Front, 4 USB Second Row, 4 USB Third Row | 1 Front |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights and Ambient Lights | Map Lights and Ambient Lighting |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front, 2 Second Row, 2 Third Row | 2 Front, 2 Rear |
| Sun Shade | Panoramic Glass Shade, Rear Window Shades | — |
| Audio | 15.6" Touchscreen | 12.3" Touchscreen with Apple CarPlay, Android Auto and a 8-speaker sound system |
| Convenience | ||
| Power Windows | Four Windows, Auto Up and Down with Anti Pinch | Four Windows, Auto Up & Down with Anti-pinch |
| Engine Start | Keyless Start (Depress Brake To Start) | Keyless Entry (Push Button Start) |
| Locks | Keyless Operation | Keyless Operation |
| Auto Start/Stop | ✓ | — |
| Auto Headlamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Auto Wipers | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | Powered Boot | Contactless Opening, Powered Boot |
| Parking Sensor Front | 6 Sensors | — |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 6 Sensors | — |
| Reverse Camera | Yes, with 360-degree Camera | Yes, with 360-degree Camera |
| Auto Parking | Yes | — |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| Head-up Display | ✓ | — |
| Power Door | Power Sliding Doors | Powered Sliding Doors |
| Hill Start Assist | ✓ | ✓ |
| Instrument Cluster | Full LCD Monitor | Full LCD Monitor |
| Parking Brake | Electronic | Electronic |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty Mileage Manufacturer | Unlimited✓ | 100,000 km |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 6 years✓ | 5 years |
| Warranty Notes | 10-Year/1,000,000 km Hybrid Powertrain Warranty, 8-year/180,000 km Battery Warranty | 8-year/200,000 km battery warranty |
Specs shown for the selected variant of each car. ✓ marks the better figure where lower/higher is objectively better. Road tax: West Malaysia, private registration.
Used Wey G9 & MIFA 9 for sale
Wey G9 vs MIFA 9 FAQ
Is the GWM Wey G9 or Maxus MIFA 9 better?
The Maxus MIFA 9 is better for electric range, charging speed and luggage capacity. The GWM Wey G9 is better for performance, all-wheel drive and buyers who want a petrol plug-in hybrid rather than a pure EV.
What is the price difference?
The Maxus MIFA 9 costs RM88 more than the GWM Wey G9: RM269,888 versus RM269,800. Its annual road tax is RM220, compared with RM120 for the G9.
Which MPV is quicker to charge and drive?
The MIFA 9 charges quicker, at 11 kW AC and 120 kW DC versus the G9’s 6.6 kW and 60 kW. The G9 is much quicker on the road, reaching 100 km/h in 5.7 seconds versus 9.2 seconds.
