GWM Wey G9 vs Nissan Serena e-Power
Verdict
At RM269,800 against RM154,800, the GWM Wey G9 asks another RM115,000 for a much bigger plug-in hybrid MPV: 5,050 mm long, AWD, 44.2 kWh battery, 170 km EV range and 60 kW DC charging. It is also far quicker on paper, with a 5.7-second 0-100 km/h time. The Nissan Serena e-Power is the leaner seven-seater: 1,019 kg lighter, easier on price, and it actually has the larger boot, at 280 litres versus 233 litres. Road tax is the same RM120.
Wey G9
Pick the GWM Wey G9 if you want the larger, faster, plug-in seven-seat MPV with AWD, EV range, DC charging and richer cabin hardware.
Serena e-Power
Pick the Nissan Serena e-Power if you want the lower-priced seven-seat MPV with a lighter body and more listed boot space.
Key differences
- Price: GWM Wey G9 RM269,800; Nissan Serena e-Power RM154,800
- Battery and EV use: GWM Wey G9 44.2 kWh with 170 km EV range; Nissan Serena e-Power 1.77 kWh with no EV range listed
- Drive layout: GWM Wey G9 AWD; Nissan Serena e-Power front-wheel drive
- Size: GWM Wey G9 5,050 mm long and 1,985 mm wide; Nissan Serena e-Power 4,690 mm long and 1,695 mm wide
- Kerb weight: GWM Wey G9 2,803 kg; Nissan Serena e-Power 1,784 kg
- Boot space: GWM Wey G9 233 litres; Nissan Serena e-Power 280 litres
Wey G9
- 170 km listed EV range with Type 2 AC and CCS2 DC charging
- AWD and 5.7-second 0-100 km/h performance
- Powered, ventilated and massaging front seats, plus second-row massage and ventilation
- Costs RM115,000 more
- Heavier by 1,019 kg
- Smaller listed boot: 233 litres versus 280 litres
Serena e-Power
- Much lower purchase price
- Larger listed boot despite the smaller body
- Lighter by 1,019 kg
- No plug-in charging, DC charging or listed EV range
- Front-wheel drive only, against the GWM’s AWD
- Manual front seats and fewer rear-seat comfort features
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM 269,800 | RM 154,800✓ |
| Body type | MPV | MPV |
| Segment | Executive | C-Segment |
| 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, variable valve timing |
| Capacity | 1,499 cc | 1,433 cc |
| Horsepower | 148 hp✓ | 97 hp |
| Torque | 240 Nm✓ | 123 Nm |
| Cylinder Arrangement | Inline | Inline |
| Timing Type | Chain | — |
| Fuel | Petrol Plug-in Hybrid | Petrol Hybrid/REV |
| Number of Motors | 2 | 1 |
| Motor Horsepower | 107, 181 hp | 160 hp✓ |
| Motor Torque | 170, 232 Nm | 315 Nm✓ |
| Battery Type | Ternary Lithium | Lithium-ion |
| Battery Capacity | 44.2 kWh✓ | 1.77 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 | Single Ratio Automatic |
| Transmission Name | 4-speed Dedicated Hybrid Transmission | — |
| Gears | 4 | — |
| 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 | 4,690 mm |
| Width | 1,985 mm | 1,695 mm |
| Height | 1,900 mm | 1,885 mm |
| Wheelbase | 3,085 mm | 2,870 mm |
| Weight | 2,803 kg | 1,784 kg |
| Fuel Tank | 58 litres | 52 litres |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 7 | 7 |
| Boot Space | 233 litres | 280 litres✓ |
| Front Tyre | 245/50R18 | 205/65R16 |
| Rear Tyre | 245/50R18 | 205/65R16 |
| Spare Tyre | Tyre Repair Kit | N/A, Tyre Repair Kit |
| Factory Tyres | Michelin e-Primacy | Goodyear Assurance MaxGuard |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Malaysia (CKD) | Malaysia (CKD) |
| Chassis | Unibody | Unibody |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson Strut | MacPherson Struts |
| Rear Suspension | Multi-link | Torsion Beam |
| Front Wheels | 18" Alloy | 16" Alloys |
| Rear Wheels | 18" Alloy | 16" Alloys |
| Front Brakes | Ventilated Disc | Ventilated Discs |
| Rear Brakes | Solid Disc | Ventilated Discs |
| 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, Front and Rear Curtain |
| 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 | 7 Three-point |
| Blind Spot Info System | ✓ | ✓ |
| ISOFIX | Available on Second Row Seats, Third Row | Available on Middle Row Passenger Seats |
| Autonomous Braking System | Yes | 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 | ✓ | ✓ |
| 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, Sliding and Reclining 2nd Row, 50:50 Split-folding 3rd Row |
| Front Air-con | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Rear Air-con | Single-zone Automatic Climate Control | Rear Vents with Blower 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, 2 USB Ports Front |
| 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 | — |
| Audio | 15.6" Touchscreen | 9" Infotainment Touchscreen with Apple CarPlay, Android Auto, 4 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 |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | Powered Boot | Manual Operation with Split Opening |
| Parking Sensor Front | 6 Sensors | 4 Sensors |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 6 Sensors | 4 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Yes, with 360-degree Camera | Yes |
| Auto Parking | Yes | — |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| Head-up Display | ✓ | — |
| Power Door | Power Sliding Doors | Powered Left Sliding Door, Manual Right Sliding Door |
| 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 | 8-year/160,000 km ePower Components 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 Serena e-Power FAQ
Is the GWM Wey G9 or Nissan Serena e-Power better?
The GWM Wey G9 is better for performance, EV driving and equipment. The Nissan Serena e-Power is better for price and listed boot space. If budget allows and you can charge, the GWM is the stronger all-rounder on paper.
What is the price difference?
The GWM Wey G9 costs RM269,800, while the Nissan Serena e-Power costs RM154,800. That makes the GWM RM115,000 more expensive.
Which MPV has more boot space?
The Nissan Serena e-Power has more listed boot space at 280 litres. The GWM Wey G9 is much larger outside, but its listed boot capacity is 233 litres.