Verdict
At RM249,800, the GWM Wey G9 costs RM69,088 less than the RM318,888 MINI Convertible and takes a radically different route: seven seats, five doors and a 3,085 mm wheelbase against the MINI’s four seats, two doors and 2,495 mm. Its 358 PS hybrid system, AWD and 6.5 L/100 km rating suit buyers needing people-moving ability, while its six-year unlimited-mileage warranty is substantial. The MINI is 0.6 seconds quicker to 100 km/h at 6.9 seconds and reaches 237 km/h, but it is the less practical choice by a wide margin.
Pick the GWM Wey G9 if you need seven seats, AWD, a 233-litre boot and a RM69,088 saving.
Pick the MINI Convertible if you want the quicker 6.9-second 0-100 km/h time, 237 km/h top speed and a far shorter 3,879 mm body.
Key differences
- Price: GWM Wey G9 RM249,800; MINI Convertible RM318,888.
- Seating and doors: GWM Wey G9 has 7 seats and 5 doors; MINI Convertible has 4 seats and 2 doors.
- Performance: GWM Wey G9 does 0-100 km/h in 7.5 seconds and tops out at 190 km/h; MINI Convertible manages 6.9 seconds and 237 km/h.
- Driveline: GWM Wey G9 has AWD and 358 PS combined system output; MINI Convertible has FWD and a 204 hp petrol engine.
- Size: GWM Wey G9 is 5,050 mm long with a 3,085 mm wheelbase; MINI Convertible is 3,879 mm long with a 2,495 mm wheelbase.
- Warranty: GWM Wey G9 has 6 years unlimited mileage; MINI Convertible has 2 years unlimited mileage.
Wey G9
- Seven seats and five doors
- AWD hybrid system with 358 PS and 782 Nm
- Six-year unlimited-mileage warranty plus 5-year free scheduled servicing
- Slower 0-100 km/h time: 7.5 seconds versus 6.9 seconds
- Lower top speed: 190 km/h versus 237 km/h
Convertible
- Quicker 6.9-second 0-100 km/h time
- 237 km/h top speed
- Shorter 3,879 mm body
- RM69,088 dearer
- Four seats and two doors versus seven seats and five doors
- Two-year warranty versus six years
What the Wey G9 has over the Convertible
What the Convertible has over the Wey G9
Based on the published spec sheets of the selected variants — a blank field on one side can also mean unlisted data.
The Wey G9's wheelbase is 590 mm longer, which usually translates to more rear legroom. The Wey G9 is 241 mm wider — more shoulder room, but a tighter fit in parking bays.
Representative body-type outlines, drawn to scale from each car's length and height.
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM249,800✓ | RM318,888 |
| Body type | MPV | Convertible |
| Segment | Executive | B-Segment |
| Assembly | CKD | CBU |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM439 | RM379✓ |
| Monthly instalment (est.) | RM2,550/mo✓ | RM3,255/mo |
| Insurance / year (est.) | RM6,808✓ | RM8,604 |
| Fuel / year (est.) | RM2,587 | — |
| Energy cost / 100 km (est.) | RM12.94 | — |
| 5-year running costs (est.) | RM49,171 | — |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 16-valve DOHC with direct fuel injection, turbocharger and variable valve timing with Hi4 hybrid assistance; combined system output 358 PS (263 kW) and 782 Nm | 16 valve, DOHC, variable intake and exhaust cam timing, variable intake valve lift, twin-scroll turbo |
| Capacity | 1,998 cc | 1,998 cc |
| Horsepower | 235 hp at 6,000 rpm✓ | 204 hp at 5,000 rpm |
| Torque | 385 Nm at 1,700 rpm✓ | 300 Nm at 1,450 rpm |
| Cylinder Arrangement | Inline 4 | Inline 4 |
| Fuel | Petrol Hybrid/REV | Petrol |
| Number of Motors | 2 | — |
| Motor Horsepower | 288 hp | — |
| Motor Torque | 402 Nm | — |
| Battery Capacity | 1.67 kWh | — |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | eCVT Automatic | Dual-clutch Automatic (Wet) |
| Transmission Name | 4-speed Dedicated Hybrid Transmission | 7-speed Steptronic Transmission |
| Gears | 4 | 7 |
| Transmission Manufacturer | GWM | — |
| Driveline | All Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | 7.5 seconds | 6.9 seconds✓ |
| Rated Economy | 6.5 L/100 km | — |
| Top Speed | 190 km/h | 237 km/h✓ |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 5,050 mm | 3,879 mm |
| Width | 1,985 mm | 1,744 mm |
| Height | 1,900 mm | 1,431 mm |
| Wheelbase | 3,085 mm | 2,495 mm |
| Weight | 2,550 kg | — |
| Fuel Tank | 58 litres | 44 litres |
| Doors | 5 | 2 |
| Seats | 7 | 4 |
| Boot Space | 233 litres✓ | 215 litres |
| Front Tyre | 245/50R18 | 215/40R18 |
| Rear Tyre | 245/50R18 | 215/40R18 |
| Spare Tyre | Tyre Repair Kit | Tyre Repair Kit |
| Factory Tyres | Michelin e-Primacy | Hankook Ventus s1 Evo 3 |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Malaysia (CKD) | United Kingdom (CBU) |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson Strut | MacPherson Strut |
| Rear Suspension | Multi-link | Multi-link |
| Front Wheels | 18" Alloy | 18" Night Flash Alloys |
| Rear Wheels | 18" Alloy | 18" Night Flash Alloys |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Assist) |
| Chassis Notes | Frequency Response Dampers (FRD) | — |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | 6 (Driver and Passenger, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain) | 6 (Driver and Passenger, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain) |
| ABS/EBD | ✓ | ✓ |
| Stability Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Alarm | — | ✓ |
| Immobilizer | ✓ | ✓ |
| Airbag Disable Function | — | ✓ |
| Child Safety Lock | Manual for Rear Doors | — |
| Seat Belts | 7 Three-point | 4 Three-point |
| Blind Spot Info System | ✓ | ✓ |
| ISOFIX | Available on Second Row Seats, Third Row | Available on Front Passenger and Outer Two Rear Seat |
| Autonomous Braking System | Yes | Yes |
| Lane-keeping Assist | Steering Correction | Warning Only |
| Collision Warning | ✓ | ✓ |
| Seatbelt Reminder | All Seats | All Seats |
| Safety Notes | Traffic Jam Assist, Lane Centre Keeping, Emergency Lane Keeping, Lane Change Assist, Rear Collision Warning, Rear Cross Traffic Alert and Braking, Traffic Sign Recognition with Speed Alarm, Door Open Warning, Second Collision Mitigation, Manoeuvre Emergency Braking, Hill Descent Control, Wisdom Dodge System, TPMS, Event Data Recorder, E-call | — |
| 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 | Manual Adjustable |
| Rear Seats | Zero Gravity Second Row with Massage, Ventilation Functions, 60:40 Split Tip-up Third Row | 50:50 Split-folding |
| Front Air-con | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control | Dual-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 | 1 Front, 1 Wireless Charger, 2 USB Front |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights and Ambient Lights | Map Lights and Ambient Lights |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front, 2 Second Row, 2 Third Row | 2 Front, 2 Rear |
| Sun Shade | Panoramic Glass Shade, Rear Window Shades | — |
| Audio | 14.6" Touchscreen with Wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, 21 Speakers | 9.4" OLED Display with MINI OS, Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, Harman Kardon Sound System |
| Convenience | ||
| Power Windows | Four Windows, Auto Up and Down with Anti Pinch | Four Windows, Auto Up and Down with Anti-Pinch |
| Engine Start | Keyless Start (Depress Brake To Start) | Keyless Flip Switch |
| Locks | Keyless Operation | Keyless Operation |
| Auto Start/Stop | ✓ | ✓ |
| Auto Headlamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Auto Wipers | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control | Active Cruise Control |
| Paddle Shift | — | ✓ |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | Powered Boot | Remote Control Activation |
| Parking Sensor Front | 6 Sensors | 6 Sensors |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 6 Sensors | 6 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Yes, with 360-degree Camera | Yes, with 360-degree View Monitor |
| Auto Parking | Yes | Yes |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| Navigation | — | ✓ |
| Head-up Display | ✓ | ✓ |
| Power Door | Power Sliding Doors | — |
| Hill Start Assist | ✓ | ✓ |
| Instrument Cluster | Full LCD Monitor | Full LCD Monitor |
| Parking Brake | Electronic | Electronic |
| Convenience Notes | 50W Wireless Charger, 6-zone Voice Command, Digital Rear-view Mirror with Auto Anti-glare, HALOSonic Active Noise Cancellation, Acoustic Windscreen and Front/Second-row Door Glass, Plasma Air Purifier with CN95 Filter, Walk-away Lock, GWM App Remote Functions; no Refrigerator or V2L (PHEV-only) | — |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty Mileage Manufacturer | Unlimited | Unlimited |
| Warranty Mileage Extended | — | Unlimited |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 6 years✓ | 2 years |
| Warranty Extended | — | 2 years |
| Warranty Notes | 8-year/180,000 km High-voltage Battery, Drive Motor and Motor Control Unit Warranty, 5-year Free Scheduled Servicing (Parts and Labour), 5-year Free Telematics Service | Repair Inclusive extendable up to 5 years |
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. Running-cost estimates assume 20,000 km/year. Fuel at RM1.99/litre (RON95, subsidised). Insurance: comprehensive motor tariff, no NCD. Instalment: 10% down, 2.5% flat rate, 9 years. Prices checked October 2026.
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Is the GWM Wey G9 or MINI Convertible better?
The GWM Wey G9 is the better fit for carrying up to seven people, with AWD, a 233-litre boot and a lower RM249,800 price. Choose the MINI Convertible for its faster 6.9-second sprint and 237 km/h top speed.
What is the price difference?
The MINI Convertible costs RM318,888, which is RM69,088 more than the GWM Wey G9 at RM249,800.
Which has the better warranty?
The GWM Wey G9 has the stronger warranty package: six years with unlimited mileage, plus an eight-year/180,000 km high-voltage battery, drive motor and motor control unit warranty. The MINI Convertible has a two-year unlimited-mileage warranty, extendable to five years.
Which one is locally assembled?
The Wey G9 is assembled in Malaysia (CKD), while the Convertible is fully imported (CBU) from United Kingdom. Local assembly generally helps pricing and spare-parts supply, and CKD programmes usually signal a longer-term commitment to the model here.