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The Ranger XL 2.0L is the workhorse of the range, Built Ford Tough to take on all kinds of heavy-duty work off-road or on construction sites. It uses a proven 2-litre turbodiesel powertrain with a robust part-time 4×4 system. Date launched July 23, 2026 Make & model Ford Ranger Variant XL 2.0L Bodystyle Double cab pick-up truck Price at launch RM127,888 Origin Thailand Distributor Sime Darby Auto ConneXion Sdn Bhd     Length/width/height 5370 mm x 1918 mm x 1884 mm Wheelbase 3270 mm Ground clearance 230 mm Turning radius 6.45 metres Kerb weight (kgs) 2,227 kgs Seating capacity 5…

Second locally-assembled model in the JETOUR T-series for the Malaysian market. Unlike the Dashing, the T1 is a more off-road capable vehicle with to handle challenging terrain. This version has a 1.5-litre petrol engine which drives only the front wheels. Confident of its engineering, JETOUR Malaysia offers a 7-year/150,000 kms vehicle warranty and a powertrain warranty of up to 10 years/1 million kms. Date launched July 22, 2026 Make & model JETOUR T1 Variant 1.5L TGDI 2WD Bodystyle Crossover Price at launch RM129,800 Origin Malaysia Distributor Chery Auto Malaysia Sdn Bhd     Length/width/height 4705 mm/1967 mm/1840 mm Wheelbase 2800…

The e Vitara is Suzuki’s first fully electric SUV, built in India. Its platform was jointly developed with Daihatsu and Toyota, the latter selling an equivalent model called the Urban Cruiser. Although there is an AWD version, Naza Eastern Motors is importing only the FWD version at this time.

The TIGGO 9 is Chery’s flagship in Malaysia, available in a single version, assembled locally. A D-segment SUV, it comes with 3 rows of seating for 7 persons. The drivetrain is AWD, with power from a 2-litre TGDI engine delivered through a 7-speed DCT.

The Prelude, a sports model with a history dating back to the late 1970s, is back as a sleek hybrid sports coupe. Priced at RM278,000, this sixth-generation icon features an e:HEV hybrid electric powertrain. It blends modern electrified performance with a Civic Type R-derived chassis, delivering sharp, nostalgic driving dynamics.

The Everest, Ford’s sole SUV for the ASEAN market, is currently in its third generation. Expanding the line-up in 2026 is the new version with a 3-litre V6 turbodiesel engine and 3-row seating capacity for 7 persons. This Platinum version takes it place as the flagship of the model range.

Continuing its electrification push, UMW Toyota Motor now offers the popular Harrier crossover with a hybrid electric powertrain. It is the only Harrier model available for the Malaysian market, and is one of 6 electrified Toyota models (two of which are assembled locally). The HEV powertrain brings a new level of performance as well as fuel efficiency to the Harrier, a model which has been around since the 1990s.

Date launched December 10, 2025 Make & model Leapmotor B10 Variant Design Bodystyle SUV Price at launch RM117.800 Origin China Distributor Stellantis Malaysia     Length/width/height 4515 mm x 1885 mm x 1655 mm Wheelbase 2735 mm Ground clearance 170 mm Turning radius (m) 5.35 m Kerh weight (kgs) 1845 kgs Seating capacity 5     Powertrain Battery electric single motor, rear-mounted Driving wheels Rear Max output 160 kW Max torque (Nm) 240 Nm Transmission Single ratio Battery type Lithium iron phosphate (LFP) Battery capacity 62.1 kWh Claimed range 434 kms Min charging time >20 mins (30% – 80%) DC…

Date launched December 4, 2025 Make & model Mercedes-Maybach S 580 4MATIC Variant Night Series Bodystyle 4-door sedan Price at launch RM2,404,888  Origin Germany Distributor Mercedes-Benz Malaysia     Length/width/height 5469 mm/2108 mm/1508 mm Wheelbase 3395 mm Ground clearance N/A Turning radius 6.5 m Kerh weight (kgs) 2380 kgs Seating capacity 5     Powertrain V8 MHEV biturbo petrol engine Displacement 3982 cc Driving wheels 4 wheels (4MATIC) Max output 503 ps Max torque (Nm) 700 Nm Transmission 9-speed automatic (9G-TRONIC) Claimed fuel consumption 9.0 kms/litre Fuel tank capacity 76 litres Approx range 685 kms 0 – 100 km/h 4.8…