GWM's Wey brand is about to get a flagship, and it is enormous.
The Wey V9X is a six-seat full-size SUV measuring 5299mm long, 2025mm wide and 1825mm tall on a 3150mm wheelbase. For reference, that puts it more than 200mm longer than the GWM Tank 500 and on a 300mm longer wheelbase. A slightly shorter family-focused version sits at 5205mm on a 3050mm wheelbase.
GWM says the V9X is under consideration for Australia. Carseekers has been tracking Wey's Australian entry plans, and the V9X is the headline act.
Three PHEV Variants, One Very Large Bill
All V9X models use a Super Hi4 plug-in hybrid system. That pairs a turbocharged 2.0-litre four-cylinder petrol engine producing 175kW and 385Nm with a front and rear electric motor, all-wheel drive, and a four-speed dedicated hybrid transmission.
Three variants are offered. The Luxury Family Edition uses a 66.6kWh ternary lithium battery with 312km of electric range on the WLTC cycle, producing 500kW and 930Nm combined. The Luxury Extended Version uses the smallest battery at 55.4kWh, with 240km of electric range and a 400V electrical system rather than 800V.
The top-spec Executive Extended Version steps back up to 800V with an 80kWh battery and 363km of electric range. Total outputs hit 550kW and 930Nm. Total combined range across all variants is between 1343km and 1377km on the WLTC cycle.
Charging Speed That Matches the Best Chinese Hardware
The V9X supports peak DC charging at 490kW. A 30 to 80 per cent charge takes a claimed nine minutes on the 800V variants.
Fuel consumption on the petrol side is rated at 6.3L/100km. The claimed 0-100km/h time is 4.6 seconds on a full charge, or 4.8 seconds with the battery depleted. For a five-metre-plus six-seat SUV, that's quick by any standard.
All three configurations ride on dual-chamber air suspension with continuously variable damping and rear-wheel steering, and sit on 21-inch alloy wheels.
An Interior Built to Compete With European Luxury
Nappa leather covers all seating surfaces. Suede runs across the headliner and pillars. GWM claims over 38,000 stitches in the cabin overall.
The dashboard features a 29-inch augmented reality head-up display, a 12.3-inch digital instrument cluster, and 17.3-inch central and passenger-side touchscreens. The driver's seat has built-in airbags allowing four firmness settings, plus heating, ventilation and massage functions.
The second row has a 21.4-inch 4K screen. Captain's chairs feature heating and ventilation, with wireless phone chargers in the doors. The right-hand second-row seat also gets a 22-point full-body massage function with a zero-gravity recline and powered leg rest.
The third row is heated and power-folding. GWM claims a 185cm tall passenger can sit comfortably in row three, which is a tall order for a segment where third-row practicality is often overstated.
Technology That Goes Well Beyond the Basics
Active safety and driver assistance are handled by one LiDAR unit, three millimetre-wave radars, 12 ultrasonic sensors and 11 cameras. GWM says the system supports hands-on highway assistance and autonomous parking from outside the car.
The audio system is a 31-speaker, 3080W unit with head restraint-mounted speakers and Dolby Atmos support. Standard features include a panoramic sunroof, tri-zone climate control, and a heating and cooling refrigerator.
A fragrance system and in-car karaoke are also listed as available, alongside an AI assistant named Xiao Wei that GWM describes as providing emotional support and gesture recognition.
A New Platform That Goes Beyond Just This One Model
The V9X debuts GWM's new One S architecture, a platform the company says will underpin everything from sedans and SUVs to utes and sports cars. Supported powertrain types include petrol, plug-in hybrid, diesel hybrid, electric and hydrogen fuel-cell.
Chinese production is already confirmed. As for Australia, GWM has flagged the V9X as under consideration without committing to a timeline. Wey is arriving in Australia as a sub-brand of GWM later in 2026, starting with other models.
If you're in the market for a large luxury PHEV SUV and want to know what's coming from Chinese brands beyond BYD and Zeekr, the V9X is the one to watch.
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The finer details
Your questions answered.
Is the GWM Wey V9X PHEV coming to Australia?
GWM has indicated the Wey V9X is under consideration for Australia. Measuring 5,299mm long on a 3,150mm wheelbase, it is substantially larger than any current GWM product in Australia and would sit in the full-size luxury PHEV SUV segment competing with the Toyota LandCruiser 300 on size.
What is the GWM Wey brand?
Wey is GWM's premium sub-brand, positioned above the Haval range in the same way Lexus sits above Toyota. It targets luxury and technology-forward buyers with higher specification and premium interior materials. The V9X is the Wey brand's flagship six-seat full-size SUV.
How big is the GWM Wey V9X compared to a LandCruiser 300?
At 5,299mm long on a 3,150mm wheelbase, the V9X is over 200mm longer than the GWM Tank 500 and significantly larger than the LandCruiser 300. A more compact family-focused version at 5,205mm on a 3,050mm wheelbase is also in the lineup. Both dwarf most three-row family SUVs available in Australia.
Does the GWM Wey V9X have a plug-in hybrid in Australia?
The Wey V9X is confirmed with a PHEV drivetrain as its electrified powertrain option. For Australian buyers, the PHEV configuration offers electric-only urban driving capability combined with the range security required for long outback and regional trips. Specific PHEV specs for Australia have not been published.
How much will the GWM Wey V9X cost in Australia?
Pricing has not been confirmed for Australia. As a luxury flagship SUV larger than the LandCruiser 300, GWM will likely price the V9X above $100,000 to match its positioning. If GWM brings its typical aggressive launch strategy to the V9X, initial pricing could undercut the LandCruiser 300 by a meaningful margin.
Is the GWM Wey V9X a credible alternative to a LandCruiser 300 for Australian buyers?
On paper the V9X offers compelling specifications at likely lower pricing. The credibility question is whether GWM's luxury brand positioning, build quality, and long-term reliability at the V9X's price level can compete with Toyota's 70-year LandCruiser track record. Buyers who hold vehicles for 10-plus years will need more owner data before committing; buyers on shorter holding periods have less to lose.
