The Denza D9 has officially arrived in Malaysia, joining in the few China premium MPVs chomping into the share of the the luxury Alphards, Vellfires and Lexus. With this new level of luxury and innovation at a lower cost, do you see the new Chinese breaking into the market strong this year?
BMW Malaysia was among the earliest companies in Malaysia to promote electrification over 12 years ago with the BMW Active Hybrid. Today, it offers a range of hybrid and fully electric models, with the new i4 eDrive35 M Sport launched this week. Priced at RM294,800, the 4-door coupe comes with an M Sport Package for a sportier look. Inside, Aluminium Rhombicle Anthracite M trim is standard, along with M Performtex velour upholstery in a Black with M piping that pays tribute to BMW M’s motorsport heritage. This innovative lightweight upholstery not only offers a premium look and feel but is also…
Following a preview at the KL International Mobility Show in December 2024, the special edition of the best-selling B-segment SUV – the X50 – is now on sale. Referred to as the X50 Sport Edition (SE), only 1,000 units will be offered, each priced at RM105,300. Buy the special edition this month and you can also enjoy a savings of up to RM13,500 (cash rebate of RM7,000 + an angpao). 13 enhancements to make it specialBesides having all the upgrades made in the model last year, the X50 SE also has 13 enhancements. These start with a sporty 4-part Aerokit and…
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Although it is no longer popular in its home market, the Honda Civic remains a popular model outside Japan, especially in America. In Malaysia, it has been a class-leader for decades. In 2024, it accounts for 81% of the C-segment (non-national brands). As such, regular updating has taken place every few years and today sees a midcycle update for the 11th generation (FE) which was launched in 2022. Honda Malaysia has set a 1,000-unit monthly target which it expects will maintain the leadership position. New design elements include body-coloured front grille extension and lower grille garnishes for the e:HEV RS,…
Perodua today reported that it delivered 358,102 vehicles in 2024, the highest ever volume in its history, surpassing the 330,325 units achieved in 2023. Production from the two factories also set a new record of 368,100 units, the highest ever in its 30-year history. Estimating that the total volume of new vehicles in 2024 will be 814,000 units, Perodua would have a market share of 44%, a long way from the 4.5% share it had in its first year of sales in 1994. “We have expanded far beyond our installed capacity of 320,000 units, showcasing dynamic synchronisation in meeting our…
UMW Toyota Motor today launched the first new models of 2025 with the updated GR Yaris, GR Corolla and Corolla GR-Sport. All three models have been in the market over the past 3 years and with its kaizen (constant improvement) philosophy, improvements have been ongoing. Many of these improvements come from the TOYOTA GAZOO Racing team’s successful participation in the World Rally Championship and World Endurance Championship and in recent years, the Dakar Rally. Being a racing driver himself, Akio Toyoda understood the value of motorsports in making ‘ever better cars’ as the cars could be tested in extreme conditions.…
Although not being able to add 2024 as another year of growth, Proton nevertheless maintained its No.2 position in Malaysia, while continuing to be the No.1 vehicle exporter. During the year, the Malaysian automaker delivered 152,232 vehicles (including exports), with December’s volume of 14,601 units being the second highest of the year. Considering the intense competition in the market during the year, and the entry of new players targeting the same pool of customers, Proton’s performance remained strong. With the Total Industry Volume of new vehicles sold estimated to be around 813,520 units (the second consecutive year of record-breaking sales),…
PRO-NET, Proton’s subsidiary handling New Energy Vehicles, reports that over 2,500 bookings have been received for the Proton e.MAS 7 EV which was officially launched 11 days ago. “This resounding milestone highlights the growing enthusiasm of Malaysians for sustainable mobility and signals strong demand for the Proton e.MAS 7”, the company said in a statement.. Malaysia’s first national EV, co-developed with Geely, is available in two versions, priced at RM109,800 and RM123,800. The difference in price is mainly for the battery packs of different storage capacities, with the larger one providing a claimed range of up to 410 kms. With…
Coinciding with the launch of the Proton e.MAS 7, the Malaysian automaker’s first production EV, ASEAN NCAP (the New Car Assessment Program for Southeast Asian Countries) also announced its safety rating for the model. The e.MAS 7 received the maximum of 5 stars with a total score of 92.57 points. “ASEAN NCAP is pleased that the new e.MAS 7 has made a fitting achievement in the ASEAN NCAP assessment with the various technologies that it offers in the model, both passive and active safety. With the rising trend among vehicle consumers who currently have a keen interest towards EVs, PROTON has ensured…