Verdict
The GWM Wey G9 is the more rational family mover: it seats seven, carries a 44.2-kWh battery for 170 km of EV range and costs RM26,810 less. Its 60-kW DC charging and 3.3-kW V2L also give the plug-in hybrid system more day-to-day scope. The Mazda CX-80 is the six-seat SUV choice, with a 258-litre boot, 20-inch wheels and a 12-speaker Bose system, but its 17.8-kWh battery manages 65 km. For Malaysians able to charge regularly, the Wey’s electric range is a substantial advantage.
Wey G9
Pick the GWM Wey G9 if you need seven seats, 170 km of EV range and DC charging for less money.
CX-80
Pick the Mazda CX-80 if you prefer a six-seat SUV with a larger 258-litre boot, 20-inch wheels and Bose audio.
Key differences
- Price: GWM Wey G9 RM269,800; Mazda CX-80 RM296,610.
- EV range: GWM Wey G9 170 km; Mazda CX-80 65 km.
- Battery capacity: GWM Wey G9 44.2 kWh; Mazda CX-80 17.8 kWh.
- Seating and boot space: GWM Wey G9 seven seats and 233 litres; Mazda CX-80 six seats and 258 litres.
- Weight: GWM Wey G9 2,803 kg; Mazda CX-80 2,342 kg.
- Road tax: GWM Wey G9 RM120 per year; Mazda CX-80 RM830 per year.
Wey G9
- Seven seats and ISOFIX on the second and third rows.
- 44.2-kWh battery, 170-km EV range and 60-kW DC charging.
- Power sliding doors, auto parking and 3.3-kW V2L.
- 233-litre boot is 25 litres smaller than the CX-80's.
- At 2,803 kg, it is 461 kg heavier.
- Six airbags, one fewer than the CX-80.
CX-80
- 258-litre boot and a 461-kg lower kerb weight.
- Seven airbags, including a driver's knee airbag.
- 12-speaker Bose audio, wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, plus 20-inch wheels.
- Six seats to the Wey G9's seven.
- 65-km EV range from a 17.8-kWh battery is well behind the Wey G9's 170 km and 44.2 kWh.
- No DC charging or V2L listed, and its annual road tax is RM710 higher.
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM269,800✓ | RM296,610 |
| Body type | MPV | SUV |
| Segment | Executive | Executive |
| Assembly | CKD | CBU |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM120✓ | RM830 |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 16-valve DOHC with direct fuel injection, turbocharger and variable valve timing with hybrid assistance | 16-valve DOHC, naturally-aspirated with variable valve timing and plug-in hybrid assistance |
| Capacity | 1,499 cc | 2,488 cc |
| Horsepower | 148 hp at 5,500 rpm | 189 hp at 6,000 rpm✓ |
| Torque | 240 Nm at 1,800 rpm | 261 Nm at 4,000 rpm✓ |
| Cylinder Arrangement | Inline 4 | Inline 4 |
| Fuel | Petrol Plug-in Hybrid | Petrol Plug-in Hybrid |
| Bore × Stroke | — | 89 mm × 100 mm |
| Number of Motors | 2 | 1 |
| Motor Horsepower | 288 hp✓ | 172 hp |
| Motor Torque | 402 Nm✓ | 270 Nm |
| Battery Capacity | 44.2 kWh✓ | 17.8 kWh |
| EV Range | 170 km✓ | 65 km |
| Charging Rate (AC) | 6.6 kW | 7.2 kW✓ |
| Charging Rate (DC) | 60 kW | — |
| V2L | 3.3 kW | — |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | eCVT Automatic | Conventional Automatic |
| Transmission Name | 4-speed Dedicated Hybrid Transmission | — |
| Gears | 4 | 8 |
| Transmission Manufacturer | GWM | — |
| Driveline | All Wheel Drive | All Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | 5.7 seconds | — |
| Top Speed | 190 km/h | — |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 5,050 mm | 4,995 mm |
| Width | 1,985 mm | 1,890 mm |
| Height | 1,900 mm | 1,705 mm |
| Wheelbase | 3,085 mm | 3,120 mm |
| Weight | 2,803 kg | 2,342 kg |
| Fuel Tank | 58 litres | 70 litres |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 7 | 6 |
| Boot Space | 233 litres | 258 litres✓ |
| Front Tyre | 245/50R18 | 235/50R20 |
| Rear Tyre | 245/50R18 | 235/50R20 |
| Spare Tyre | Tyre Repair Kit | — |
| Factory Tyres | Michelin e-Primacy | Goodyear EfficientGrip Performance SUV |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Malaysia (CKD) | Japan (CBU) |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson Strut | Double Wishbones |
| Rear Suspension | Multi-link | Multi-link |
| Front Wheels | 18" Alloy | 20" Alloys |
| Rear Wheels | 18" Alloy | 20" Alloys |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack & Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | 6 (Driver and Passenger, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain) | 7 (Driver and Passenger, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain, Driver's Knee) |
| ABS/EBD | ✓ | ✓ |
| Stability Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Alarm | — | ✓ |
| Immobilizer | ✓ | ✓ |
| Airbag Disable Function | — | ✓ |
| Child Safety Lock | Manual for Rear Doors | Manual for rear doors |
| Seat Belts | 7 Three-point | 6 Three-point |
| Blind Spot Info System | ✓ | ✓ |
| ISOFIX | Available on Second Row Seats, Third Row | Available for second row seats |
| Autonomous Braking System | Yes | Yes |
| Lane-keeping Assist | Steering Correction | Steering Correction |
| Collision Warning | ✓ | ✓ |
| Seatbelt Reminder | All Seats | For All Seats |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | Projector LED Headlights | LED Projector |
| Taillamps | Full LED | Full LED |
| 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 Heating, Ventilation and Memory Function |
| Rear Seats | Zero Gravity Second Row with Massage, Ventilation Functions, 60:40 Split Tip-up Third Row | Individual Captain Seat Middle Row with Heating & Ventilation, 50:50 Split-folding Last Row |
| Front Air-con | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Rear Air-con | Single-zone Automatic Climate Control | Single-zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Sunroof | Panoramic Glass Roof | Panoramic Sliding Roof |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front, 1 Wireless Charger, 3 USB Front, 4 USB Second Row, 4 USB Third Row | 1 Front, 1 Wireless Charger, 2 USB-C Front, 2 USB-C Middle, 2 USB-C Third Row |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights and Ambient Lights | Map Lights |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front, 2 Second Row, 2 Third Row | 2 Front, 2 Middle Row, 2 Last Row |
| Sun Shade | Panoramic Glass Shade, Rear Window Shades | Sunroof Shade, Rear Window Shades |
| Audio | 15.6" Touchscreen | 12.3" Infotainment Screen with Wireless Apple CarPlay & Android Auto, 12-speaker Bose 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 Push Button |
| Locks | Keyless Operation | Keyless Operation |
| Auto Start/Stop | ✓ | ✓ |
| Auto Headlamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Auto Wipers | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control |
| Paddle Shift | — | ✓ |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Electric Steering Adjustment | — | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | Powered Boot | Powered Boot |
| Parking Sensor Front | 6 Sensors | 4 Sensors |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 6 Sensors | 4 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Yes, with 360-degree Camera | Yes, 360-degree Monitor |
| Auto Parking | Yes | — |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| Head-up Display | ✓ | ✓ |
| Power Door | Power 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 | 5-year/100,000-km Free Service, 8-year/160,000 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.
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Wey G9 vs CX-80 FAQ
Is the GWM Wey G9 or Mazda CX-80 better?
The GWM Wey G9 is better for seven-seat family use and regular electric driving, thanks to its 170-km EV range, DC charging and lower road tax. Choose the Mazda CX-80 for its larger boot, lower weight and Bose-equipped SUV cabin.
What is the price difference?
The Mazda CX-80 costs RM26,810 more than the GWM Wey G9.
Which plug-in hybrid has the longer electric range?
The GWM Wey G9 goes 170 km on electric power, versus 65 km for the Mazda CX-80. It also has a 44.2-kWh battery and 60-kW DC charging; the CX-80 has a 17.8-kWh battery and no DC rate listed.
