Great Wall Motor (GWM)’s Wey luxury division is ready to make its first appearance in Malaysia, with GWM Malaysia posting a Facebook teaser of the Wey 80 MPV as one in every of its display highlights on the upcoming 2024 Kuala Lumpur International Mobility Show (KLIMS).
It’s not known when the flagship model from the sub-brand will make its way here officially, but there surely is no doubt of if, seeing because the vehicle – which is referred to 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 and has a 3,085 mm-long wheelbase, will enter a quick swelling MPV arena, what with the likes of the Denza D9 and GAC M8 set to also appear in the approaching 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 supply a combined system output of (487 PS or 358 kW) and 762 Nm. A 37.96 kWh ternary lithium battery provides the vehicle with as much as 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 as much as 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 supply 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°, able to accomodating at least 14 standard-sized cans at one go. There’ also a dedicated air fragrance system, with three themed decisions to choose from. More on the Wey 80 when KLIMS coverage begins.
GALLERY: Wey M81 display, Auto Shanghai 2023
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