Verdict
The GWM Wey G9 is a vastly bigger plug-in hybrid proposition, not a like-for-like budget alternative: RM269,800 buys 170 km of EV range from a 44.2-kWh battery, AWD and 5.7-second 0-100 km/h pace. Its 5,050-mm body also brings a 233-litre boot, but at 2,803 kg and nearly two metres wide it will demand more from tight Malaysian car parks. The RM95,000 Toyota Veloz is 575 mm shorter, 1,618 kg lighter and retains seven seats, making it the rational family MPV where charging and luxury seating are not priorities.
Pick the GWM Wey G9 if you can charge regularly and want 170 km of EV range, AWD, a 233-litre boot and properly indulgent second-row accommodation.
Pick the Toyota Veloz if you want a far more affordable, lighter and easier-to-place seven-seat MPV with a full-size spare wheel.
Key differences
- Price: GWM Wey G9 RM269,800; Toyota Veloz RM95,000.
- Powertrain: GWM Wey G9 has a 1.5-litre plug-in hybrid with two motors and 170 km EV range; Toyota Veloz has a 1.
- Output: GWM Wey G9 engine makes 148 hp and 240 Nm, with motors producing 288 hp and 402 Nm; Toyota Veloz makes 105 hp and 138 Nm.
- Driveline: GWM Wey G9 is all-wheel drive; Toyota Veloz is front-wheel drive.
- Size and weight: GWM Wey G9 is 5,050 mm long and 2,803 kg; Toyota Veloz is 4,475 mm long and 1,185 kg.
- Boot space: GWM Wey G9 has 233 litres; Toyota Veloz has 137 litres.
Wey G9
- 170 km EV range from a 44.2-kWh battery
- AWD and 5.7-second 0-100 km/h acceleration
- 233-litre boot and powered, ventilated front seats
- Costs RM174,800 more
- At 2,803 kg, it is 1,618 kg heavier
- Tyre repair kit instead of the Veloz's full-size 17-inch alloy spare
Veloz
- Far lower purchase price
- 575 mm shorter and 1,618 kg lighter
- Full-size 17-inch alloy spare wheel
- No EV range, battery charging or V2L capability
- 105 hp and 138 Nm trail the G9's hybrid system outputs
- 137-litre boot is 96 litres smaller
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM269,800 | RM95,000✓ |
| Body type | MPV | MPV |
| Segment | Executive | B-Segment |
| Assembly | CKD | CKD |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM120 | RM120 |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 16-valve DOHC with direct fuel injection, turbocharger and variable valve timing with hybrid assistance | 2NR-VE, 16-valve DOHC, Naturally Aspirated with Variable Valve Timing |
| Capacity | 1,499 cc | 1,496 cc |
| Horsepower | 148 hp✓ | 105 hp |
| Torque | 240 Nm✓ | 138 Nm |
| Fuel | Petrol Plug-in Hybrid | Petrol |
| Bore | — | 72.5 mm |
| Compression Ratio | — | 11.5 |
| Number of Motors | 2 | — |
| Motor Horsepower | 288 hp | — |
| Motor Torque | 402 Nm | — |
| Battery Capacity | 44.2 kWh | — |
| EV Range | 170 km | — |
| Charging Rate (AC) | 6.6 kW | — |
| Charging Rate (DC) | 60 kW | — |
| V2L | 3.3 kW | — |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | eCVT Automatic | CVT Automatic |
| Transmission Name | 4-speed Dedicated Hybrid Transmission | D-CVT with Power Mode |
| Gears | 4 | — |
| Transmission Manufacturer | GWM | Akashi Kikai |
| 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 | 4,475 mm |
| Width | 1,985 mm | 1,750 mm |
| Height | 1,900 mm | 1,700 mm |
| Wheelbase | 3,085 mm | 2,750 mm |
| Weight | 2,803 kg | 1,185 kg |
| Fuel Tank | 58 litres | 43 litres |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 7 | 7 |
| Boot Space | 233 litres✓ | 137 litres |
| Front Tyre | 245/50R18 | 205/50R17 |
| Rear Tyre | 245/50R18 | 205/50R17 |
| Spare Tyre | Tyre Repair Kit | Full-size 17" Alloy |
| Factory Tyres | Michelin e-Primacy | Toyo Proxes CR1 |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Malaysia (CKD) | Malaysia (CKD) |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson Strut | MacPherson Strut |
| Rear Suspension | Multi-link | Torsion Beam |
| Front Wheels | 18" Alloy | 17" Two-tone Alloy |
| Rear Wheels | 18" Alloy | 17" Two-tone Alloy |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| Chassis Notes | — | Higher suspension |
| Crash Safety Ratings | ||
| ASEAN NCAP | — | 5 stars |
| 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 Two Outer Rear Passenger Seats |
| Autonomous Braking System | Yes | Yes, TSS Pre-collision Braking (4-120 km/h) with Pedestrian Detection |
| Lane-keeping Assist | Steering Correction | Steering Correction |
| Collision Warning | ✓ | ✓ |
| Seatbelt Reminder | All Seats | Front and Second Row Seats |
| Safety Notes | — | Front Departure Alert, Pedal Misoperation Control, Rear Cross Traffic Alert |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | Projector LED Headlights | LED Reflector with Matrix Adaptive Driving Beam |
| Taillamps | Full LED | Full LED |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | ✓ |
| 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 | 60:40 Split-folding Middle Row with One-touch Tumble, Manual Sliding and Recline, Armrest, 50:50 Split-folding Last Row |
| Front Air-con | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control | Single-zone Automatic Climate Control System |
| Rear Air-con | Single-zone Automatic Climate Control | Rear Vents with Adjustable Blower |
| 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 Front USB, 2 Rear USB for Second Row |
| 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 | 15.6" Touchscreen | 9.0" Touchscreen Infotainment System with Wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, Bluetooth, USB 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 | Adaptive Cruise Control with Stop and Go and Steering Assist |
| Tiptronic | — | ✓ |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | Powered Boot | Remote Control Activation |
| Parking Sensor Front | 6 Sensors | 2 Sensors |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 6 Sensors | 2 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Yes, with 360-degree Camera | Yes, With 360 Degree Camera |
| Auto Parking | 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 | — | Auto Brake Hold |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty Mileage Manufacturer | Unlimited | Unlimited |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 6 years✓ | 5 years |
| Warranty Notes | 10-Year/1,000,000 km Hybrid Powertrain Warranty, 8-year/180,000 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.
Used Wey G9 & Veloz for sale
Wey G9 vs Veloz FAQ
Is the GWM Wey G9 or Toyota Veloz better?
The GWM Wey G9 is better for buyers who can use its 170 km EV range and want AWD, more performance and a larger boot. The Toyota Veloz is the better fit for a lower-cost, smaller seven-seat MPV.
What is the price difference?
The GWM Wey G9 costs RM174,800 more than the Toyota Veloz. That gap brings plug-in hybrid hardware, a 44.2-kWh battery, two motors, AWD, a larger body and considerably more comfort equipment.
Which one is easier to park in town?
The Toyota Veloz is easier to place. It is 4,475 mm long, 1,750 mm wide and 1,185 kg, versus the GWM Wey G9's 5,050 mm length, 1,985 mm width and 2,803 kg weight.