Verdict
At RM269,800 versus RM79,800, this is not a normal MPV fight. The GWM Wey G9 is the family and chauffeur choice: seven seats, a 1.5 litre turbo plug-in hybrid system with two motors, 170 km EV range, AWD and a 5.7-second 0-100 km/h time. The Nissan NV200 is a commercial tool with two seats, a 5-speed manual and a huge 4,200-litre cargo area. For a Malaysian buyer, the question is passenger comfort and tech, or load space and low entry cost.
Pick the GWM Wey G9 if you need seven seats, plug-in hybrid driving, AWD and the full safety and comfort kit.
Pick the Nissan NV200 if your priority is cargo volume, a much lower purchase price and simple commercial transport.
Key differences
- Price: GWM Wey G9 RM269,800; Nissan NV200 RM79,800
- Powertrain: GWM Wey G9 1.5 litre turbo plug-in hybrid with two motors; Nissan NV200 1.6 litre naturally aspirated petrol
- Output: GWM Wey G9 148 hp and 240 Nm from the engine; Nissan NV200 108 hp and 152 Nm
- Seats and boot: GWM Wey G9 7 seats and 233 litres; Nissan NV200 2 seats and 4,200 litres
- Drive and gearbox: GWM Wey G9 AWD with eCVT automatic; Nissan NV200 FWD with 5-speed manual
- Warranty: GWM Wey G9 6 years, unlimited mileage; Nissan NV200 3 years, 100,000 km
Wey G9
- Seven seats with ISOFIX on the second and third rows
- 170 km EV range, 44.2 kWh battery and 60 kW DC charging
- Much stronger safety kit, including stability control, blind spot monitoring, AEB and lane keeping assist
- Costs RM190,000 more than the Nissan NV200
- Only 233 litres of boot space against the NV200's 4,200 litres
- Much heavier at 2,803 kg versus 1,220 kg
NV200
- Huge 4,200-litre cargo area
- Much cheaper to buy
- Rated fuel economy of 7.14 L/100 km
- Only two seats versus the GWM Wey G9's seven
- Far lower outputs at 108 hp and 152 Nm
- No stability control, blind spot monitoring, AEB, cruise control or reverse camera
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM 269,800 | RM 79,800✓ |
| Body type | MPV | Commercial |
| Segment | Executive | Commercial |
| Assembly | CKD | CKD |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 16-valve DOHC with direct fuel injection, turbocharger and variable valve timing with hybrid assistance | 16-valve DOHC, naturally-aspirated with continuously variable-valve timing control |
| Capacity | 1,499 cc | 1,598 cc |
| Horsepower | 148 hp✓ | 108 hp |
| Torque | 240 Nm✓ | 152 Nm |
| Cylinder Arrangement | Inline | Inline |
| Timing Type | Chain | Chain |
| Fuel | Petrol Plug-in Hybrid | Petrol |
| Bore | — | 78 mm |
| Compression Ratio | — | 9.8 |
| 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 kW | — |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | eCVT Automatic | Manual |
| Transmission Name | 4-speed Dedicated Hybrid Transmission | 5MT |
| Gears | 4 | 5 |
| Transmission Manufacturer | GWM | Jatco |
| Driveline | All Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | 5.7 seconds | — |
| Rated Economy | — | 7.14 L/100 km |
| Top Speed | 190 km/h | — |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 5,050 mm | 4,400 mm |
| Width | 1,985 mm | 1,695 mm |
| Height | 1,900 mm | 1,855 mm |
| Wheelbase | 3,085 mm | 2,725 mm |
| Weight | 2,803 kg | 1,220 kg |
| Fuel Tank | 58 litres | 55 litres |
| Doors | 5 | 4 |
| Seats | 7 | 2 |
| Boot Space | 233 litres | 4,200 litres✓ |
| Front Tyre | 245/50R18 | 165/R14C |
| Rear Tyre | 245/50R18 | 165/R14C |
| Spare Tyre | Tyre Repair Kit | Space Saver |
| Factory Tyres | Michelin e-Primacy | — |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Malaysia (CKD) | Malaysia (CKD) |
| Chassis | Unibody | Unibody |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson Strut | MacPherson Strut |
| Rear Suspension | Multi-link | Leaf Springs |
| Front Wheels | 18" Alloy | 14" Steel |
| Rear Wheels | 18" Alloy | 14" Steel |
| Front Brakes | Ventilated Disc | Ventilated Discs |
| Rear Brakes | Solid Disc | Drum |
| 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 |
| ABS/EBD | ✓ | ✓ |
| Stability Control | ✓ | — |
| Immobilizer | ✓ | — |
| Child Safety Lock | Manual for Rear Doors | Manual |
| Seat Belts | 7 Three-point | 2 Three-point |
| Blind Spot Info System | ✓ | — |
| ISOFIX | Available on Second Row Seats, Third Row | — |
| Autonomous Braking System | Yes | — |
| Lane-keeping Assist | Steering Correction | No |
| Collision Warning | ✓ | — |
| Seatbelt Reminder | All Seats | Front Seats Only |
| Safety Notes | — | Brake Assist |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | Projector LED Headlights | Halogen Reflector |
| Taillamps | Full LED | LED Combination |
| 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 | — |
| Front Air-con | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control | Manual Air-con |
| 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 |
| 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 | AM/FM Tuner, CD-Player with 2 Speakers |
| Convenience | ||
| Power Windows | Four Windows, Auto Up and Down with Anti Pinch | Two Windows, Driver's Side Auto Up and Down |
| Engine Start | Keyless Start (Depress Brake To Start) | Manual Key |
| Locks | Keyless Operation | Remote Control Activation |
| Auto Start/Stop | ✓ | — |
| Auto Headlamps | ✓ | — |
| Auto Wipers | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control | — |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | — |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | — |
| Boot Operation | Powered Boot | Manual Operation |
| Parking Sensor Front | 6 Sensors | — |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 6 Sensors | 2 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Yes, with 360-degree Camera | — |
| Auto Parking | Yes | — |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | ✓ | — |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| Head-up Display | ✓ | — |
| Power Door | Power Sliding Doors | — |
| Hill Start Assist | ✓ | — |
| Instrument Cluster | Full LCD Monitor | Backlit Analogue |
| Parking Brake | Electronic | Handbrake |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty Mileage Manufacturer | Unlimited✓ | 100,000 km |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 6 years✓ | 3 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 120 |
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 NV200 FAQ
Is the GWM Wey G9 or Nissan NV200 better?
The GWM Wey G9 is better for passengers, safety and performance. The Nissan NV200 is better for cargo work, with 4,200 litres of load space and a far lower price.
What is the price difference?
The GWM Wey G9 costs RM190,000 more than the Nissan NV200.
Which one carries more?
For people, the GWM Wey G9 carries more with seven seats. For cargo, the Nissan NV200 wins easily with 4,200 litres versus the G9's 233-litre boot.