After launching the JAECOO J7 and J8 premium SUVs (both of which are assembled locally), over the past 12 months. OMODA | JAECOO Malaysia is completing the range with the J5. This compact B-segment crossover will be the entry-level representative to bring more Malaysians into the JAECOO family. The J5 is a fresh new model, having been launched in Shanghai this year and Malaysia will be among the first few countries to have it this year. One version will initially be available with an estimated price of RM120,000. The overall length of 4380 mm is similar to that of the Proton X50 but the J5 is…

GAC Malaysia has pulled the covers off two of its upcoming models — the locally-assembled GAC EMKOO C-segment SUV and the fully-imported GAC M8 PHEV luxury MPV — as part of its latest showcase at 1 Utama Shopping Centre. The preview coincided with the appointment of award-winning actor Datuk Remy Ishak as the brand’s newest ambassador, joining radio personality and entrepreneur Jack Lim under the ONE GAC initiative. The EMKOO will be GAC Malaysia’s second locally-assembled model after the GS3 EMZOOM. Positioned as a bold and futuristic alternative in the C-SUV segment, it features an angular exterior design, a spacious cabin, and…

GWM Malaysia has launched a new variant of its best-selling Haval H6 HEV, now available with a Phantom Black interior. This addition caters to customer demand for a more refined cabin design, while maintaining the existing exterior colour choices. The black interior joins the current lineup to provide more personalisation options for buyers, without changes to the vehicle’s core features or specifications. “The feedback from our customers shows a clear preference for modern and premium interior finishes,” said Roslan Abdullah, Chief Operating Officer of GWM Malaysia. “With this update, we are enhancing the overall value of the H6 HEV without altering…

Chery Malaysia has introduced its latest electrification platform, the Chery Super Hybrid (CSH), as the company prepares to expand its plug-in hybrid electric vehicle (PHEV) offerings in Malaysia. The new CSH system is the culmination of over two decades of research and development in hybrid technologies by Chery. It combines a 1.5L turbocharged dedicated hybrid engine with a high-efficiency electric motor, delivering a total system output of 255 kW and 525 Nm of torque. The internal combustion engine alone achieves 44.5% thermal efficiency, one of the highest in the segment. Chery Malaysia Vice President Michael Chew said the platform is designed…

PROTON finally announced the prices for the new Proton X50 at the final episode of a lengthy campaign preceding the official launch. The event, held in Bukit Kiara, Kuala Lumpur, also included a performance by the Malaysian powerhouse girl group De Fam. One of its bestselling models and a segment leader as well, over 140,000 units have been sold since it was launched in 2020, it has dominated the SUV B-segment for 5 consecutive years in spite of more rivals coming in during that time. The model’s strong appeal continues as PROTON says that over 5,000 orders have been received…

BYD Sime Motors, the official distributor of BYD vehicles in Malaysia, has launched the new BYD ATTO 2, a compact electric SUV aimed at first-time EV buyers and younger drivers. Priced from RM100,000, the ATTO 2 is positioned as the brand’s most accessible EV offering to date. The model was unveiled at Heritage Valley, Kuala Lumpur, in the presence of key executives from BYD Malaysia and Sime Motors, including Eagle Zhao, Andrew Basham, and Jeffrey Gan. The ATTO 2 features a 51.13 kWh BYD Blade Battery and a 130 kW motor producing 290 Nm of torque. It accelerates from 0–100…

BMW Group Malaysia has expanded its electric vehicle portfolio with the introduction of two new variants of the BMW iX – the iX xDrive60 M Sport Pro and the iX xDrive45 Sport. The new models feature design updates including a redesigned kidney grille with BMW Iconic Glow lighting, updated adaptive LED headlights, and aerodynamic wheel options—22-inch M wheels on the xDrive60 and 21-inch units on the xDrive45. Both variants also receive an expanded exterior mirror package. Inside, both versions retain the iX’s minimalist, spacious layout with a panoramic glass roof, ambient lighting, and a 655-watt Harman Kardon surround sound system. Standard tech…

BMW Malaysia has introduced the updated BMW X5 xDrive40i M Sport, featuring significant design, technology, and performance enhancements for the premium Sports Activity Vehicle (SAV). Pricing is as mentioned below: The new X5 xDrive40i M Sport adopts a refreshed front fascia with a reworked BMW kidney grille featuring Iconic Glow illumination. The adaptive LED headlights are now slimmer by 35mm and include an updated high-beam assistant. The daytime running lights form an X-shaped signature, ending in outward-facing arrows to highlight the vehicle’s width. A redesigned front bumper incorporates triangular air intakes and vertical air curtains for improved airflow and road presence.…

It’s been a busy first year for OMODA | JAECOO and the new models haven’t stopped coming. Previewed in March this year, the flagship JAECOO J8 has been officially launched this evening. As usual, OMODA | JAECOO Malaysia has given the market a pleasant surprise on the pricing which it suggested would be around RM195,000 back in March when we were first intRoduced to the premium SUV. The confirmed prices, without insurance, start at RM178,800 for the J8 2WD and RM198,800 for the AWD version. First deliveries begin later this month with the AWD version, followed by the 2WD version a bit later. The…