GWM Wey 80

  • GWM Wey 80 MPV spied again, now clad – RHD unit shows revised interior from recent China update

    GWM Wey 80 MPV spied again, now clad – RHD unit shows revised interior from recent China update

    The GWM Wey 80 MPV has been sighted yet again, but unlike last week, where it was spotted undisguised, the luxury people mover now wears a wrap in a bid to mask its identity in the latest set of spy shots. Interestingly, the new photo set reveals that right-hand drive is now present, and it also shows changes we can expect to see in the seven-seater MPV when it makes its debut here later this year, likely sometime in the third quarter.

    Unlike the unit previewed at the 2024 Kuala Lumpur International Mobility Show (KLIMS) last December, the interior of the sighted Wey contains minor differences in its cabin that suggest that Malaysia will be getting the updated version of the MPV, which debuted in April at Auto Shanghai 2025, which would make us the first country outside of China to get the update as well as RHD.

    As evidenced by the shots of the interior, the spied mule has the new two-spoke steering wheel and the different 12.3-inch instrument/15.6-inch infotainment screen layout as seen on the Wey Gaoshan 9 in Shanghai, although the Malaysian trial unit bears only a single central display instead of the dual screen configuration shown in China.

    Additionally, while we are still getting the seven-seat version, the centre row zero-gravity captain chairs have been redesigned, and now have physical seat adjustment controls located on the forward edge of the inner armrests on both units.

    Despite our earlier guess that the long-wheelbase form would be the one coming, word is that the local car will remain a standard wheelbase version. The pre-update example shown at KLIMS measured 5,045 mm long, 1,960 mm wide and 1,900 mm tall with a 3,085 mm wheelbase.

    It’s not known if there are any powertrain-related revisions, but the Hi-4 plug-in hybrid system on the Wey 80 at KLIMS consisted of a 154 hp (156 PS) 1.5 litre turbocharged petrol mill paired with two electric motors, a 174 hp (177 PS, or 130 kW) unit at the front and an 181 hp (183 PS, or 135 kW) unit at the rear to offer a combined system output of 480 hp (487 PS or 358 kW) and 762 Nm. On that one, a 37.96 kWh ternary lithium battery provides the vehicle with up to 140 km (CLTC) of electric-only travel.

    Last December, EP Manufacturing (EPMB) revealed that the Wey 80 will be locally assembled (CKD) at the Hicom Pegoh Industrial Park in Melaka from the end of this year. It was also highlighted that the MPV will be “catered to the ASEAN market,” implying that it will be sold in neigbouring markets.

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  • GWM Wey 80 in Malaysia – PHEV MPV to debut soon?

    GWM Wey 80 in Malaysia – PHEV MPV to debut soon?

    The arrival of another entrant in the luxury MPV segment in Malaysia appears to be coming soon, as the GWM Wey 80 has been sighted on local roads around Kuala Lumpur, as seen in this image by paultan.org reader, Radzmund.

    The seven-seater MPV from the Chinese automaker’s luxury sub-brand was previewed at the 2024 Kuala Lumpur International Mobility Show (KLIMS) last December, where it was revealed to pack a plug-in hybrid powertrain comprised of a 156 PS 1.5 litre turbocharged petrol engine and two electric motors.

    The electric driveline consists of a 177 PS motor in front and a 184 PS motor at the rear. Together with the internal combustion engine, the PHEV powertrain offers a combined output of 487 PS and 762 Nm of torque. With electric drive supplied by a 37.96 kWh ternary lithium battery, this offers up to 140 km of EV range on the CLTC Chinese domestic testing cycle.

    Among its compatriots in the Malaysian market, the battery-electric Denza D9 has gone on sale in February this year from RM259k, while the order books for the PHEV GAC M8 opened last month, with pricing estimated to start from RM333,000.

    GWM Wey 80 previewed in Malaysia

    In terms of exterior dimensions, the short-wheelbase version shown at KLIMS measured 5,045 mm long, 1,960 mm wide and 1,900 mm tall with a 3,085 mm wheelbase. For comparison, the Denza D9 measures 5,250 mm long, 1,960 mm wide and 1,920 mm tall, with a 3,110 mm wheelbase, while the GAC M8 is 5,212 mm long, 1,893 mm wide and 1,823 mm tall with a 3,070 mm wheelbase.

    The example of the Wey 80 previewed in Malaysia last December featured zero-gravity seats, second-row captain chairs with folding tables behind the front seats, and the shared seat rails for second- and third-row seats brings a 1,845 mm slide rail, offering up to 1,166 mm of legroom for the second-row occupants.

    Elsewhere within the preview unit, also included were a 1,600 watt, 16-speaker Harman Kardon surround sound system (the LWB Thai-market version gets 20 speakers), a 12.5 litre fridge with an independent compressor and adjustable temperature, said to be able to house 14 standard-sized cans at once.

    The version seen here, however, is the long-wheelbase variant, as evidenced by the lengthened rear end and a different rear bumper design. Known in China as the Gaoshan 9, it boost wheelbase by 190 mm to 3,275 mm and overall length by a whopping 365 mm to 5,410 mm.

    GWM Wey 80 previewed in Malaysia

    The extra length allows the car to trade the seven-seater layout for six seats, where the third row is a second pair of full-sized captain’s chairs. This, too, is being considered for RHD production, which opens the door for the extra-luxurious model to enter ASEAN markets.

    EP Manufacturing (EPMB) revealed last December that the Wey 80 will be locally assembled (CKD) at the Hicom Pegoh Industrial Park in Melaka from the end of this year. Local production of the Wey 80 won’t just be for Malaysian-market consumption, as the MPV will be “catered to the ASEAN market” as well, with exports to Thailand and other Southeast Asian markets confirmed, according to GWM chairman Jack Wey.

    We should point out that in China, the SWB variant has been ditched in favour of a slightly longer model called the Gaoshan 8, introduced at Auto Shanghai 2025. This retains the seven-seat layout but sports a length of 5,280 mm and a wheelbase of 3,145 mm, providing increased third-row and boot space.

    GALLERY: Wey 80 SWB previewed at KLIMS 2024


    GALLERY: Wey 80 LWB (Gaoshan 9) at Auto Shanghai 2025

     
     
  • GWM Wey 80 MPV to be assembled in Malaysia – CKD programme for seven-seat hybrid to begin by end 2025

    GWM Wey 80 MPV to be assembled in Malaysia – CKD programme for seven-seat hybrid to begin by end 2025

    EP Manufacturing (EPMB), which recently reached the 1,000 unit production milestone for the GWM Haval H6 HEV at its assembly plant in Hicom Pegoh Industrial Park in Melaka, is set to build an additional two GWM models from next year, one of which is the Haval Jolion HEV, with production of the SUV due to kick off in April.

    The other is the Wey 80, which was previewed in its left-hand drive form at the recent 2024 Kuala Lumpur International Mobility Show (KLIMS). Specific mention of the MPV being slated for production at the Pegoh plant was made by EPMB in its fact sheet accompanying its press statement on achieving its production milestone.

    It was also highlighted in the communication that the MPV will be “catered to the ASEAN market,” implying that it is set to find its way to neighbouring countries. At present, the Wey 80 isn’t available in RHD form, but that should be addressed soon enough, as its assembly in Melaka is slated to begin by the end of 2025.

    The seven-seater measures in at 5,045 mm long, 1,960 mm wide and 1,900 mm tall, with a 3,085 mm-long wheelbase, in its standard wheelbase form, as showcased at KLIMS. There’s also a long-wheelbase version, but no indication as to whether we’ll be getting that.

    The Wey 80 destined for Malaysia will likely feature the Hi4 plug-in hybrid system as highlighted during the preview. This consists of a 154 hp (156 PS) 1.5 litre turbocharged petrol mill paired with two electric motors, a 174 hp (177 PS, or 130 kW) unit at the front and an 181 hp (183 PS, or 135 kW) unit at the rear to offer a combined system output of 480 hp (487 PS or 358 kW) and 762 Nm. A 37.96 kWh ternary lithium battery provides the vehicle with up to 140 km (CLTC) of electric-only travel.

    Interior highlights include quilted leather, zero-gravity seats, with the second-row captain chairs equipped with foldable tables placed behind the front seats. A shared rail design for the second and third row seats provides an extra-long slide rail of 1845 mm for second-row seating adjustment, allowing for up to 1,166 mm of legroom to be gained for second row occupants.

    Novelties include a 1,600 watt, 16-speaker Harman Kardon surround sound system (the LWB version has 20 speakers) and a 12.5 litre large fridge with an independent compressor and adjustable temperature from 0-50°C, capable of accommodating no less than 14 standard-sized cans at one go.

    GALLERY: GWM Wey 80 LHD standard wheelbase preview, KLIMS 2024

     
     
  • GWM Wey 80 MPV previewed at KLIMS 2024 – 1.5T dual-motor plug-in hybrid, 487 PS and 762 Nm

    GWM Wey 80 MPV previewed at KLIMS 2024 – 1.5T dual-motor plug-in hybrid, 487 PS and 762 Nm

    Aside from the Tank 500, Great Wall Motor (GWM) Malaysia also has the Wey 80 MPV on display at the 2024 Kuala Lumpur International Mobility Show (KLIMS), which opens to the public from tomorrow until December 11.

    The seven-seater people carrier from the automaker’s luxury sub-brand is very much a preview, given that it’s a left-hand drive example. The show vehicle is also slightly different than the long-wheelbase LHD form shown at the Thai International Motor Expo recently, as the KLIMS show car is a standard wheelbase unit.

    With no RHD yet, it’s not in the pipeline yet, but given how quickly things move these days, the MPV could be a market possibility in the region in the next 12 months. Should it come about, the three-row people mover, which measures in at 5,045 mm long, 1,960 mm wide and 1,900 mm tall, with a 3,085 mm-long wheelbase, will enter a fast swelling MPV arena that will soon include the Denza D9 and GAC M8, the latter also being shown at KLIMS.

    GWM Wey 80 MPV previewed at KLIMS 2024 – 1.5T dual-motor plug-in hybrid, 487 PS and 762 Nm

    The Wey 80 features a Hi4 plug-in hybrid system, which is made up of a 154 hp (156 PS) 1.5 litre turbocharged petrol mill paired with two electric motors, a 174 hp (177 PS, or 130 kW) unit at the front and an 181 hp (183 PS, or 135 kW) unit at the rear to offer a combined system output of 480 hp (487 PS or 358 kW) and 762 Nm. A 37.96 kWh ternary lithium battery provides the vehicle with up to 140 km (CLTC) of electric-only travel.

    Inside, there’s a luxuriously appointed interior, complete with quilted leather, zero-gravity seats, with the second-row captain chairs equipped with foldable tables placed behind the front seats. A shared rail design for the second and third row seats provides an extra-long slide rail of 1845 mm for second-row seating adjustment, allowing for up to 1,166 mm of legroom to be gained for second row occupants.

    Meanwhile, the third row incorporates a split butterfly seat design, allowing for 4/6 split tip-up seat folding to provide flexible seating configurations and easier luggage arrangement.

    Novelties include a 1,600 watt, 16-speaker Harman Kardon surround sound system (the LWB Thai version has 20 speakers) and a 12.5 litre large fridge with an independent compressor and adjustable temperature from 0-50°C, capable of accommodating no less than 14 standard-sized cans at one go.

    There’s also a dedicated air fragrance system, with three themed choices to pick from. Incidentally, the KLIMS display vehicle features a sunroof, while the Thai show unit does not.

     
     
  • GWM Wey 80 PHEV MPV to be shown at KLIMS 2024

    GWM Wey 80 PHEV MPV to be shown at KLIMS 2024

    Great Wall Motor (GWM)’s Wey luxury division is set to make its first appearance in Malaysia, with GWM Malaysia posting a Facebook teaser of the Wey 80 MPV as one of its display highlights at the upcoming 2024 Kuala Lumpur International Mobility Show (KLIMS).

    It’s not known when the flagship seven-seater from the sub-brand will make its way here officially, but there surely is no question of if, seeing as the vehicle – which is known as the Gaoshan in its domestic market – has already made its regional debut in Thailand.

    When it does, the three-row people mover, which measures in at 5,045 mm long, 1,960 mm wide and 1,900 mm tall, with a 3,085 mm-long wheelbase, will enter a fast swelling MPV arena, what with the likes of the Denza D9 and GAC M8 set to also appear in the coming future.

    GWM Wey 80 PHEV MPV to be shown at KLIMS 2024

    The Wey 80 features the automaker’s Hi4 plug-in hybrid system, which is made up of a 154 hp (156 PS) 1.5 litre turbocharged petrol mill paired with two electric motors to offer a combined system output of 480 hp (487 PS or 358 kW) and 762 Nm. A 37.96 kWh ternary lithium battery provides the vehicle with up to 140 km (CLTC) of travel.

    Inside, a shared rail design for the second and third row seats provides an extra-long slide rail of 1845 mm for second-row seating adjustment, allowing for up to 1,166 mm of legroom to be gained for second row occupants. Meanwhile, the third row incorporates a split butterfly seat design, allowing for 4/6 split tip-up seat folding to provide flexible seating configurations and easier luggage arrangement.

    Novelties include a 1,600 watt, 20-speaker Harman Kardon surround sound system and a 12.5 litre large fridge with an independent compressor and adjustable temperature from 0-50°C, capable of accommodating no less than 14 standard-sized cans at one go. There’s also a dedicated air fragrance system, with three themed choices to pick from. More on the Wey 80 when KLIMS coverage begins.

    GALLERY: Wey M81 display, Auto Shanghai 2023

     
     
 
 
 

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