Verdict
At RM269,800, the GWM Wey G9 costs RM30,100 less and is the rational Malaysian family choice: it carries seven people, has a 3,085 mm wheelbase and supplies 170 km of electric range before its plug-in hybrid system is needed. The MG Cyberster is the focused alternative, with a 77 kWh battery, 508 km EV range and 144 kW DC charging against the G9’s 44.2 kWh, 170 km and 60 kW. Its 338 hp motor also cuts the century sprint to 5.0 seconds, versus 5.7 seconds.
Pick the GWM Wey G9 if you need seven seats, power sliding doors and a plug-in hybrid that can cover 170 km on electric power.
Pick the MG Cyberster if you want a two-seat electric convertible with 508 km of range, 144 kW DC charging and a 5.0-second 0-100 km/h time.
Key differences
- Price: GWM Wey G9 RM269,800; MG Cyberster RM299,900.
- Seating and doors: GWM Wey G9 has seven seats and five doors; MG Cyberster has two seats and two doors.
- Electric range and battery: GWM Wey G9 has a 44.2 kWh battery and 170 km EV range; MG Cyberster has a 77 kWh battery and 508 km EV range.
- DC charging: GWM Wey G9 charges at 60 kW; MG Cyberster charges at 144 kW.
- Performance: GWM Wey G9 reaches 100 km/h in 5.7 seconds with 402 Nm motor torque; MG Cyberster does it in 5.0 seconds with 475 Nm.
- Dimensions and weight: GWM Wey G9 is 5,050 mm long and 2,803 kg; MG Cyberster is 4,535 mm long and 1,885 kg.
Wey G9
- Seven seats, power sliding doors and a powered boot.
- 170 km EV range with plug-in hybrid petrol backup.
- Second-row massage and ventilation, rear climate control and 360-degree camera.
- 170 km EV range trails the Cyberster’s 508 km.
- 60 kW DC charging is far behind the Cyberster’s 144 kW.
- Its 5.7-second 0-100 km/h time is 0.7 seconds slower.
Cyberster
- 508 km EV range from a 77 kWh battery.
- 144 kW DC charging and a 5.0-second 0-100 km/h sprint.
- 338 hp and 475 Nm from its single rear motor.
- Only two seats and two doors, against the G9’s seven seats and five doors.
- No rear air-conditioning, rear seating or ISOFIX listed.
- 2.5 kW V2L output is lower than the G9’s 3.3 kW.
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM269,800✓ | RM299,900 |
| Body type | MPV | Convertible |
| Segment | Executive | Sports Car |
| Assembly | CKD | CBU |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM120✓ | RM395 |
| 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 | — |
| Torque | 240 Nm | — |
| Fuel | Petrol Plug-in Hybrid | Electric |
| Number of Motors | 2 | 1 |
| Motor Horsepower | 288 hp | 338 hp✓ |
| Motor Torque | 402 Nm | 475 Nm✓ |
| Battery Capacity | 44.2 kWh | 77 kWh✓ |
| EV Range | 170 km | 508 km✓ |
| Charging Rate (AC) | 6.6 kW | 7 kW✓ |
| Charging Rate (DC) | 60 kW | 144 kW✓ |
| V2L | 3.3 kW | 2.5 kW |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | eCVT Automatic | Single Ratio Automatic |
| Transmission Name | 4-speed Dedicated Hybrid Transmission | — |
| Gears | 4 | — |
| Transmission Manufacturer | GWM | — |
| Driveline | All Wheel Drive | Rear Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | 5.7 seconds | 5 seconds✓ |
| Top Speed | 190 km/h | 195 km/h✓ |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 5,050 mm | 4,535 mm |
| Width | 1,985 mm | 1,913 mm |
| Height | 1,900 mm | 1,329 mm |
| Wheelbase | 3,085 mm | 2,690 mm |
| Weight | 2,803 kg | 1,885 kg |
| Fuel Tank | 58 litres | — |
| Doors | 5 | 2 |
| Seats | 7 | 2 |
| Boot Space | 233 litres | 249 litres✓ |
| Front Tyre | 245/50R18 | 245/45R19 |
| Rear Tyre | 245/50R18 | 275/40R19 |
| Spare Tyre | Tyre Repair Kit | Tyre Repair Kit |
| Factory Tyres | Michelin e-Primacy | Pirelli P Zero Elect |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Malaysia (CKD) | China (CBU) |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson Strut | Double Wishbones |
| Rear Suspension | Multi-link | Multi-link |
| Front Wheels | 18" Alloy | 19" Alloys |
| Rear Wheels | 18" Alloy | 19" Alloys |
| 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 Passenger, Front Side |
| ABS/EBD | ✓ | ✓ |
| Stability Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Alarm | — | ✓ |
| Immobilizer | ✓ | ✓ |
| Child Safety Lock | Manual for Rear Doors | — |
| Seat Belts | 7 Three-point | 2 Three-point |
| Blind Spot Info System | ✓ | ✓ |
| ISOFIX | Available on Second Row Seats, Third Row | — |
| 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 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 |
| Rear Seats | Zero Gravity Second Row with Massage, Ventilation Functions, 60:40 Split Tip-up Third Row | — |
| Front Air-con | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control | Single-zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Rear Air-con | Single-zone Automatic Climate Control | — |
| Sunroof | Panoramic Glass Roof | — |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front, 1 Wireless Charger, 3 USB Front, 4 USB Second Row, 4 USB Third Row | 2 USB Front |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights and Ambient Lights | Map Lights |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front, 2 Second Row, 2 Third Row | 2 Front |
| Sun Shade | Panoramic Glass Shade, Rear Window Shades | — |
| Audio | 15.6" Touchscreen | 7" Dual Touchscreen with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, Eight Speaker Bose Sound System |
| Convenience | ||
| Power Windows | Four Windows, Auto Up and Down with Anti Pinch | Two Windows, Auto Up & Down |
| Engine Start | Keyless Start (Depress Brake To Start) | Keyless Start (Depress Brake Pedal) |
| 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 | Manual Operation |
| Parking Sensor Front | 6 Sensors | 4 Sensors |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 6 Sensors | 4 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Yes, with 360-degree Camera | Yes, 360-degree Camera |
| Auto Parking | Yes | — |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| Navigation | — | ✓ |
| Head-up Display | ✓ | — |
| Power Door | Power Sliding Doors | Powered Scissor Doors |
| 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 | 7 years✓ |
| Warranty Notes | 10-Year/1,000,000 km Hybrid Powertrain Warranty, 8-year/180,000 km Battery Warranty | 8 Years/Unlimited Mileage Warranty on Powertrain, 8-year/150,000 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 Cyberster FAQ
Is the GWM Wey G9 or MG Cyberster better?
The GWM Wey G9 is better for family use because it has seven seats, five doors and rear passenger amenities. The MG Cyberster is better for electric-only driving and performance, with 508 km range, 144 kW DC charging and a 5.0-second sprint.
What is the price difference?
The MG Cyberster costs RM30,100 more than the GWM Wey G9.
Which one charges faster?
The MG Cyberster charges much faster on DC power at 144 kW, compared with 60 kW for the GWM Wey G9. Their AC rates are close: 7 kW for the Cyberster and 6.6 kW for the G9.