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Date launchedNovember 15, 2025Make & modelsmart #5VariantBRABUSBodystyle5-Door SUVPrice at launchRM249,800OriginChinaDistributorPRO-NET Sdn Bhd  Length/width/height4695 mm x 1920 mm x 1705 mmWheelbase2900 mmGround clearance197 mmTurning radius (m)5.6 mKerh weight (kgs)2378 kgsSeating capacity5  PowertrainBattery electric dual motor, front and rear-mountedDriving wheelsFront and rear (AWD)Max output475 kWMax torque (Nm)540 NmTransmissionSingle ratioBattery typeNickel manganese cobalt (NMC)Battery capacity100 kWhClaimed range590 kmsMin charging time15 mins (10% – 80%) DC0 – 100 km/h3.8 secsTop speed210 km/h  SuspensionF: Double wishbones R: Multilink, sports tunedBrakesVentilated discs/Solid discsSteering systemRack and pinionWheel sizeF & R: 21 inchesTyre sizeF & R: 255/40R21  Airbags6ADAS sensorsCamera + radarEuro NCAP5 starsASEAN NCAPN/A  Malaysia Car Of The Year Judge Comments – Chips …

Date launchedNovember 14, 2025Make & modelFord Ranger RaptorVariantSportBodystylePick-up truck (double cab)Price at launchRM273,888OriginThailandDistributorSime Darby Auto ConneXion-Ford  Length/width/height5381 mm / 2028 mm / 1922 mmWheelbase3270 mmGround clearance265 mmTurning radius13.2 mKerh weight (kgs)2,430 kgsSeating capacity5  PowertrainV6 petrol engine with twin turbochargersDisplacement2956 ccDriving wheels4×4 with Electronic Shift-on-FlyMax output397 psMax torque (Nm)583 NmTransmission10-speed automatic with paddle shiftersFuel consumptionN/AFuel tank capacity80 litresRangeN/A0 – 100 km/hN/ATop speedN/A  SuspensionF: Double wishbones | R: Watts linkage with coil springs | FOX Live Valve shock absorbersBrakesVentilated discs/DrumsSteering systemRack and pinionWheel sizeF & R: 17 inchesTyre sizeF & R: 28 /70R17  Airbags7ADAS sensorsCamera + radarEuro NCAPN/A (5 stars for other variants)ASEAN NCAPN/A  Malaysia Car Of …

BY COTY JUDGE SHAMSUL YUNUSThe Xpeng X9 arrives in the MPV segment with a clear mission: to challenge conventions. It blends a distinctly racy, angular profile with a deeply considered, high-quality interior experience. Having spent time in the X9, it is evident that this isn’t merely another people-mover; it’s a confident, well-executed blend of family practicality and technological ambition that offers impressive value against its competitors.AppearanceThe Xpeng X9’s styling is undeniably its most polarizing feature—and one of its greatest strengths. The bold angular styling gives the large MPV a dynamic, almost futuristic presence that bucks the boxy trend of the …

Article By Gokul KandiahImagine pulling up to a five-star hotel and watching heads turn — not because of a throaty V8 rumble, but because your ride looks like it just landed from the future.That’s the kind of entrance the Zeekr 009 Ultra Luxury makes. This isn’t merely a people carrier; it’s an electric palace on wheels, a rolling showcase of cutting-edge technology, plush indulgence, and unapologetic presence.Priced at RM359,800, this flagship MPV from Zeekr (a premium sub-brand under Geely) is here to redefine what luxury mobility means in Malaysia’s EV era.DesignThe Zeekr 009’s appearance is nothing short of theatrical. At …

BY COTY JUDGE HARJINDER SINGHWe took the 2025 JAC T9 EV pickup to the rocky trails of Pertak in Kuala Kubu Bharu with the noble aim of testing its off-road mettle. What started as a confident climb quickly turned into a counselling session with a confused electric truck.The T9 EV, with its torquey electric motor and silent demeanor, rolled into the trail like it had something to prove. But once we hit the gnarly rocky sections, it became clear: this wasn’t its natural habitat. Without a central differential lock and lacking the smarts of a dual motor setup, the poor …

Article by bigwheels.myMercedes-Benz Malaysia has officially launched the all-new Mercedes-AMG CLE 53 4MATIC+ Coupé, a model that represents the brand’s next step in the high-performance coupé segment.With its blend of cutting-edge engineering, bold styling, and everyday comfort, the new CLE 53 promises to redefine what enthusiasts can expect from a performance-focused two-door.At its heart is a thoroughly reworked 3.0-litre inline-six engine with twin charging via an exhaust gas turbocharger and an electric auxiliary compressor. This configuration produces 449 hp and 560 Nm of torque, with a temporary overboost function raising torque to 600 Nm for short bursts.An integrated starter generator adds …

Article by Chips YapMercedes-Benz Malaysia today announced the new C 200 AMG Line as the latest addition to the locally-assembled C-Class range. Priced from RM292,888 (excluding insurance), the C 200 AMG Line comes with AMG Line Exterior for a sportier silhouette. This is defined by the AMG front apron with large air inlets, a diffuser-look rear apron, a radiator shell with the signature Mercedes‑Benz pattern, an exhaust system with 2 visible tailpipe trims, and 19-inch AMG multi-spoke light-alloy wheels.The upgraded brake system features enlarged, perforated discs on the front axle for stronger stopping power with consistent performance, even under repeated …

Article by bigwheels.myMercedes-Benz Malaysia has expanded its AMG line-up with the introduction of the Mercedes-AMG CLA 45 S 4MATIC+ Coupé Final Edition, an exclusive variant that highlights the peak of performance and design in the CLA family.With its striking styling and enhanced equipment list, the Final Edition marks a fitting tribute to one of AMG’s most celebrated four-door coupés.Under the hood, the CLA 45 S Final Edition is powered by a 2.0-litre four-cylinder turbocharged engine, one of the most powerful series-production engines of its kind. Producing 421 hp and 500 Nm of torque, the car rockets from 0 to 100 km/h in …

  Article by Chips Yap The OMODA 5 that was the first Chery model introduced in Malaysia has now become the new Chery 05. The change helps to remove the confusion of the OMODA name which has been sold under the Chery brand – but there’s also the OMODA | JAECOO brand. Now Chery will no longer use the OMODA name for its popular SUV model (of which there are over 13,500 units on Malaysian roads). It is now designated as just 05 and the move is also being done in other markets.   The 2024 OMODA 5 which was Chery Malaysia’s …