Wey Lanshan pre-sales opened in China on Monday, 9 November 2026, and the second-generation plug-in hybrid SUV is a very different car from the soft, rounded original. GWM’s premium brand has given it a square body, an externally mounted spare wheel and a side-opening tailgate, plus a bigger 2.0-litre engine, an 800V system and up to 270 km of electric range.
Pre-sale prices run from 289,800 yuan (about $43,150) to 329,800 yuan, with the official launch expected before the end of the year, CnEVPost reported.
What is the new Wey Lanshan?
The new Wey Lanshan is a large plug-in hybrid SUV from Wey, the premium brand of China’s Great Wall Motor (GWM). It sits on GWM’s Global One S platform and comes in five- and six-seat versions with different body lengths. The boxy design, vertical-slat grille and rear-mounted spare wheel move it towards rugged-SUV styling.
That shift follows a broad trend in China, where upright, off-road-styled family SUVs have become popular. Wey already launched the six-seat V9X in May and the five-seat V8X in August on the same platform, so the Lanshan joins a growing family rather than standing alone.
The original Lanshan was a softer, rounded family SUV powered by a 1.5-litre turbo plug-in hybrid. The second generation keeps the family purpose but changes the image completely.
How much does the Wey Lanshan cost?
Four variants are on pre-sale. The two five-seat versions are priced at 289,800 and 309,800 yuan, and the two six-seat versions at 309,800 and 329,800 yuan. Converted at CnEVPost’s rate of 6.7167 yuan to the dollar, that is about $43,150 to $49,100. Final prices may change at launch, as pre-sale figures in China sometimes change on launch day.
| Variant | Seats | Pre-sale price | Approx. US dollars |
|---|---|---|---|
| Five-seat, entry | 5 | 289,800 yuan | about $43,150 |
| Five-seat, upper | 5 | 309,800 yuan | about $46,120 |
| Six-seat, entry | 6 | 309,800 yuan | about $46,120 |
| Six-seat, upper | 6 | 329,800 yuan | about $49,100 |
Dollar figures are our conversions at the rate CnEVPost used; they are for comparison only.
Pre-sale buyers pay a 5,000-yuan deposit that counts as 10,000 yuan toward the final price, effectively doubling its value. Existing Wey owners who bought their cars new can also get a 20,000-yuan trade-in subsidy.
Wey Lanshan specifications: engine, motors and range
The second-generation Lanshan replaces the old 1.5-litre turbo with a 2.0-litre turbo petrol engine, a 110 kW (148 hp) front motor, a 220 kW rear motor and a four-speed dedicated hybrid transmission. Two battery sizes give WLTC electric ranges of 220 km and 270 km. It uses an 800V platform with 6C fast charging.
| Wey Lanshan (2nd gen) | Five-seat | Six-seat |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 5,140 mm | 5,300 mm |
| Width / height | 2,050 / 1,960 mm | 2,050 / 1,960 mm |
| Wheelbase | 3,010 mm | 3,010 mm |
| Engine | 2.0-litre turbo petrol | Same |
| Electric motors | 110 kW front + 220 kW rear | Same |
| Transmission | Four-speed dedicated hybrid | Same |
| WLTC electric range | 220 km or 270 km | 220 km or 270 km |
| Electrical system | 800V, 6C charging | Same |
The six-seat version uses its extra 160 mm of length for third-row and luggage space, while the wheelbase stays the same. The combined system output has not been published; adding the two motor ratings gives 330 kW, but that is not an official system figure.
What off-road and tech features does it get?
The chassis gets dual-chamber air suspension, a mechanical rear differential lock and rear-wheel steering. Inside, a Qualcomm Snapdragon 8797 chip runs GWM’s Coffee AI OS 4 cockpit, and an Nvidia Drive Thor-U chip powers the Coffee Pilot 4 driver-assistance system, which GWM says works on city roads, highways and unpaved terrain.
That mix is unusual. Many large Chinese PHEV SUVs offer air suspension and big screens, but a locking rear differential and rear-wheel steering point to genuine rough-road ambitions. GWM’s long experience with off-road brands such as Tank helps explain why it can combine family comfort with real hardware.
The 6C charging claim means a very high charging rate in theory. How fast a plug-in hybrid with a relatively small battery actually charges in practice depends on chargers that can supply that power, and GWM has not yet published charging times. Buyers should also wait for official fuel-consumption figures in charge-sustaining mode, which matter most on long trips once the battery is empty.
Why is Wey launching it now?
Wey needs a sales lift. The brand sold 8,648 cars in October 2026, down 31.9% year-on-year, its fifth straight monthly decline. Year-to-date sales of 75,230 are down 1.39%, turning negative for the first time this year. Parent GWM’s October sales fell 15.87% to 120,374, although its NEV sales hit a record 49,499.
| Wey sales | Units | Change |
|---|---|---|
| October 2026 | 8,648 | -31.90% year-on-year |
| October vs September 2026 | +23.97% month-on-month | Rebound from 6,976 |
| January-October 2026 | 75,230 | -1.39% |
| GWM total October 2026 | 120,374 | -15.87% |
| GWM NEV October 2026 | 49,499 | +7.25% (record) |
Is the Wey Lanshan coming to India?
There is no plan. GWM shelved its Indian investment in 2022 after its approvals stalled, and Wey has no Indian presence. The car is still relevant to Indian readers because rugged-looking, large plug-in hybrids are spreading quickly in China, and similar rugged designs are being prepared for India through tie-ups between Indian groups and Chinese makers, such as JSW’s plans.
Indian buyers looking at large boxy SUVs today are choosing from diesel-heavy models. The Lanshan shows the direction Chinese rivals are taking: long electric range for daily use, a petrol engine for long trips and off-road hardware. If those packages reach India through other brands, they could change expectations in the Rs 30-50 lakh SUV segment. That is a trend observation, not a launch forecast.
Wey Lanshan second generation: confirmed versus not confirmed
| Claim | Status on 10 November 2026 |
|---|---|
| China pre-sales from 289,800 to 329,800 yuan | Opened 9 November (CnEVPost) |
| Final launch prices | Not confirmed; may change from pre-sale figures |
| Official launch date and delivery timing | Expected before year-end; GWM has not given exact dates |
| Combined system output | Not published (330 kW is a motor-sum, not an official figure) |
| Charging times and charge-sustaining fuel use | Not published |
| India launch or dealer plan | No plan; GWM shelved its Indian investment in 2022 |
| Sales recovery from the new Lanshan | Not confirmed |
CarBike Insight Analysis
The second-generation Lanshan is a bold change of character. Wey is dropping a soft family SUV image for a boxy design with genuine off-road hardware, while keeping the family practicality that sold the first car. The 20,000-yuan step between the five-seat and six-seat versions at each trim level is a clear, simple ladder, and the deposit offer is designed to lock in early orders.
Our view: the hardware list is strong, but Wey’s falling sales show that specs alone are not enough in China’s crowded SUV market. The final launch price and real charging times will decide whether this car reverses Wey’s decline. For India, it is a preview of the kind of SUV that Chinese-linked brands may try to sell here in future, not a car to wait for.
For more boxy SUVs, read our story on the BYD Ti7 and the Defender copycat case, the Jetour R700 off-roader due at Guangzhou, and our analysis of why China’s new SUVs are getting longer. Prices and specifications are from CnEVPost’s report on the Lanshan pre-sale.
FAQ
What is the price of the new Wey Lanshan?
The second-generation Wey Lanshan is on pre-sale in China from 289,800 yuan to 329,800 yuan, about $43,150 to $49,100. Five-seat versions cost 289,800 and 309,800 yuan; six-seat versions 309,800 and 329,800 yuan. Final launch prices may differ.
When will the second-generation Wey Lanshan launch?
Pre-sales opened in China on 9 November 2026, and the official launch is expected before the end of the year, according to CnEVPost. GWM has not given an exact launch date or confirmed delivery timing yet.
What is the electric range of the Wey Lanshan?
The plug-in hybrid offers two battery options with WLTC electric ranges of 220 km and 270 km. It also has a 2.0-litre turbo petrol engine, an 800V electrical platform and 6C fast-charging capability for the battery.
How big is the new Wey Lanshan?
The five-seat version is 5,140 mm long and the six-seat version is 5,300 mm long. Both are 2,050 mm wide and 1,960 mm tall with a 3,010 mm wheelbase. The six-seater uses its extra length for third-row and boot space.
Will the Wey Lanshan be sold in India?
No. GWM shelved its Indian investment in 2022, and Wey has no Indian dealer network or announced plan. The Lanshan matters to Indian readers mainly as a sign of where Chinese large SUV design and plug-in hybrid technology are heading.
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