GWM Wey G9 vs Kia Carnival
Verdict
The GWM Wey G9 is the dearer, tech-heavier MPV at RM269,800, using a petrol plug-in hybrid set-up with a 44.2 kWh battery, 170 km EV range, AWD and a quoted 5.7-second 0-100 km/h time. The Kia Carnival costs RM188,888 and plays the people-mover card harder: 11 seats, 440 Nm from its 2.2 litre diesel and eight airbags. The Wey gives you more boot space, lower road tax and an extra year of warranty; the Carnival gives Malaysian families far more seats for RM80,912 less.
Wey G9
Pick the GWM Wey G9 if you want plug-in hybrid driving, AWD, 170 km of EV range and stronger quoted acceleration more than outright seating capacity.
Carnival
Pick the Kia Carnival if you need 11 seats, diesel torque and the lower RM188,888 entry price.
Key differences
- Price: GWM Wey G9 RM269,800; Kia Carnival RM188,888
- Seats: GWM Wey G9 7; Kia Carnival 11
- Power and torque: GWM Wey G9 148 hp/240 Nm; Kia Carnival 197 hp/440 Nm
- Drivetrain: GWM Wey G9 AWD with eCVT; Kia Carnival FWD with conventional automatic
- Boot space: GWM Wey G9 233 litres; Kia Carnival 56 litres
- Road tax: GWM Wey G9 RM120/year; Kia Carnival RM561/year
Wey G9
- 170 km EV range from a 44.2 kWh battery
- AWD and 5.7-second 0-100 km/h time
- 233-litre boot and six-year warranty
- RM80,912 more expensive
- Only 7 seats against the Carnival’s 11
- 6 airbags versus 8 in the Kia
Carnival
- 11-seat cabin suits bigger families
- 197 hp and 440 Nm from the 2,151 cc diesel
- RM188,888 price is much lower
- No quoted EV range or plug-in hybrid running
- 56-litre boot is small beside the Wey’s 233 litres
- RM561 annual road tax is higher
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM 269,800 | RM 188,888✓ |
| Body type | MPV | MPV |
| Segment | Executive | D-Segment |
| Assembly | CKD | CBU |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 16-valve DOHC with direct fuel injection, turbocharger and variable valve timing with hybrid assistance | 16-Valve DOHC, Turbocharged with Direct Injection and Variable Valve Timing |
| Capacity | 1,499 cc | 2,151 cc |
| Horsepower | 148 hp | 197 hp✓ |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 440 Nm✓ |
| Cylinder Arrangement | Inline | Inline |
| Timing Type | Chain | Chain |
| Fuel | Petrol Plug-in Hybrid | Diesel |
| Bore | — | 83 mm |
| Compression Ratio | — | 16 |
| Number of Motors | 2 | — |
| Motor Horsepower | 107, 181 hp | — |
| Motor Torque | 170, 232 Nm | — |
| Battery Type | Ternary Lithium | — |
| Battery Capacity | 44.2 kWh | — |
| EV Range | 170 km | — |
| Charger Type (AC) | Type 2 | — |
| Charging Rate (AC) | 6.6 kW | — |
| Charger Type (DC) | CCS2 | — |
| Charging Rate (DC) | 60 kW | — |
| V2L | 3.3 | — |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | eCVT Automatic | Conventional Automatic |
| Transmission Name | 4-speed Dedicated Hybrid Transmission | 8-speed Automatic with E-Shift |
| Gears | 4 | 8 |
| Transmission Manufacturer | GWM | — |
| Driveline | All Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | 5.7 seconds | — |
| Top Speed | 190 km/h | — |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 5,050 mm | 5,155 mm |
| Width | 1,985 mm | 1,995 mm |
| Height | 1,900 mm | 1,775 mm |
| Wheelbase | 3,085 mm | 3,090 mm |
| Weight | 2,803 kg | 2,129 kg |
| Fuel Tank | 58 litres | 72 litres |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 7 | 11 |
| Boot Space | 233 litres✓ | 56 litres |
| Front Tyre | 245/50R18 | 235/60R18 |
| Rear Tyre | 245/50R18 | 235/60R18 |
| Spare Tyre | Tyre Repair Kit | Space Saver |
| Factory Tyres | Michelin e-Primacy | Goodyear EfficientGrip Performance SUV |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Malaysia (CKD) | Korea (CBU) |
| Chassis | Unibody | Unibody |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson Strut | MacPherson Struts |
| Rear Suspension | Multi-link | Multi-links |
| Front Wheels | 18" Alloy | 18" Alloy |
| Rear Wheels | 18" Alloy | 18" Alloy |
| Front Brakes | Ventilated Disc | Ventilated Disc |
| Rear Brakes | Solid Disc | Solid Disc |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | Driver and Passenger, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain | Driver and Front Passenger, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain, Front Center Airbag, Driver's Knee Airbag |
| 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 | 8 Three-point, 3 Lap Belts |
| Blind Spot Info System | ✓ | — |
| ISOFIX | Available on Second Row Seats, Third Row | Available for 2 Outer 2nd Row Seats |
| Autonomous Braking System | Yes | — |
| Lane-keeping Assist | Steering Correction | No |
| Collision Warning | ✓ | — |
| Seatbelt Reminder | All Seats | All Seats |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | Projector LED Headlights | LED Projector |
| Taillamps | Full LED | Full LED |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | ✓ |
| Front Foglamps | — | ✓ |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Powered Front Seats with Memory and Ventilation Functions, Driver's Side Massaging Function | Power Adjustable Front Seats |
| Rear Seats | Zero Gravity Second Row with Massage, Ventilation Functions, 60:40 Split Tip-up Third Row | 40:20:40 Split-folding, Sliding, Reclining and Removable 2nd Row with Tip-up Centre Seat, 40:20:40 Split-folding, Sliding, Reclining and Removable 3rd Row with Tip-up Centre Seat, Folding 4th 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 with 3rd Row Air Vents |
| Sunroof | Panoramic Glass Roof | — |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front, 1 Wireless Charger, 3 USB Front, 4 USB Second Row, 4 USB Third Row | 1 Front, 1 Rear, 1 Boot, 2 USB-C Front, 2 USB-C Second Row, 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, 4 Middle Row, 4 Last Row |
| Sun Shade | Panoramic Glass Shade, Rear Window Shades | Manual 2nd and 3rd Row Sun Shades |
| Audio | 15.6" Touchscreen | 12.3" Infotainment Touchscreen with Apple CarPlay, Android Auto and 6 Speakers |
| Convenience | ||
| Power Windows | Four Windows, Auto Up and Down with Anti Pinch | Four Windows, Driver's Side Auto Up and 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 | Passive Cruise Control |
| Paddle Shift | — | ✓ |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | Powered Boot | Powered Boot |
| Parking Sensor Front | 6 Sensors | 6 Sensors |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 6 Sensors | 6 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Yes, with 360-degree Camera | Yes, 360-degree Camera |
| Auto Parking | Yes | — |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| Head-up Display | ✓ | — |
| Power Door | Power Sliding Doors | Power Sliding Rear Doors - Both Sides |
| Hill Start Assist | ✓ | ✓ |
| Instrument Cluster | Full LCD Monitor | Full LCD Monitor |
| Parking Brake | Electronic | Electronic |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty Mileage Manufacturer | Unlimited✓ | 150,000 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 | — |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM 120✓ | RM 561 |
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.
Wey G9 vs Carnival FAQ
Is the GWM Wey G9 or Kia Carnival better?
For carrying people, the Kia Carnival is the better buy with 11 seats and a much lower price. Choose the GWM Wey G9 if you want plug-in hybrid running, AWD, 170 km EV range and the quoted 5.7-second 0-100 km/h time.
What is the price difference?
The GWM Wey G9 costs RM269,800 and the Kia Carnival costs RM188,888, so the Wey is RM80,912 more expensive.
Which MPV has more seats and boot space?
The Kia Carnival has more seats, with 11 versus 7 in the GWM Wey G9. The Wey has the larger stated boot, at 233 litres against the Carnival’s 56 litres.