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.
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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