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Proton Ertiga Launched; Three Variants, From RM58.8k

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Kon  |  November 24, 2016

Proton’s promise of launching four all-new models is fulfilled with the Suzuki-engineered Ertiga compact MPV officially making its bow today.Available with either a 5-speed manual or 4-speed automatic transmission, the Ertiga is offered in the Malaysian...

2016 Hyundai Grand Starex Royale Facelift Announced. Priced at RM168,888

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Gokul  |  November 23, 2016

Hyundai Sime Darby Malaysia today announced that the Grand Starex Royale has been given a makeover.Featuring nothing more than cosmetic changes, the MPV now comes with a new front chrome grille, an aero dynamic side cladding, tweaked rear design, as well...

ACOTY 2016 Finalists: Budget MPVs – Nissan Grand Livina, Perodua Alza, Toyota Sienta

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Hans  |  November 21, 2016

Young families looking for a spacious seven-seater MPV don’t have a lot of choice. On paper, it might appear that there are a lot of models to choose from but none of them stand out as an especially good purchase.Except for the Toyota Sienta, all other...

Video: 2017 Honda BR-V Live Walkaround at Malaysia Autoshow 2016

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Kon  |  November 18, 2016

The Honda BR-V was one of the biggest attractions at last week’s Malaysia Autoshow 2016. Based on available info, we know that the BR-V is slated for launch in our market early next year.Despite it’s positioning as a crossover, the seven-seater BR-V will...

Mercedes-Benz Mulling Introduction Of AMG 43 Models In Malaysia

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Kon  |  November 17, 2016

Having blitzed the market with a dozen new model launches this year, Mercedes-Benz Malaysia’s product offensive is set to continue in 2017 with the possible introduction of the intermediate AMG 43 performance models.Speaking to the media during the...

2017 Toyota Camry Now Open for Booking. From RM153k

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Gokul  |  November 17, 2016

UMW Toyota Motor announced today that it has started taking orders for the new Toyota Camry.The big news here is that the starting price of the 2.0E AT has decreased by RM2,000 from RM154,900 before to RM152,900 (OTR with insurance including GST)And...

Great Year-end Deals for Selected Audi Models

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Gokul  |  November 17, 2016

If you have been thinking of purchasing an Audi, or happen to know someone who is having similar plans, this is the best time to do so – as Audi Malaysia is having a sales carnival at selected Audi Dealers such as Audi Puchong, Audi Melaka,  Audi...

Mercedes-AMG C63S Coupe (W205) Launched In Malaysia; Priced From RM774k

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Kon  |  November 17, 2016

The performance flagship of the Mercedes-Benz C-Class Coupe is here. The Mercedes-AMG C63S Coupe is now officially launched in Malaysia, joining its sedan counterpart as part of the larger Mercedes-Benz Dream Cars Collection.Pricing starts at...

All-New Volkswagen Tiguan Set For CKD In Malaysia; 2017 Launch

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Kon  |  November 16, 2016

The all-new second-generation Volkswagen Tiguan will be assembled locally in Malaysia for launch in 2017. This was confirmed by Mr Florian Steiner, Managing Director of Volkswagen Passenger Cars Malaysia at the launch of the all-new Volkswagen Passat B8...

Volkswagen To Maintain Current Prices; Heavy Discounts To Stop

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Kon  |  November 16, 2016

Prices of Volkswagen vehicles are set to remain at current levels for the foreseeable future, despite pressure from a considerably weakening Ringgit. This was confirmed by Mr Florian Steiner, MD of Volkswagen Passenger Cars Malaysia (VPCM).The Malaysian...

2017 Volkswagen Beetle Dune Launched In Malaysia – From RM179,990, Only 50 Units

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Hans  |  November 16, 2016

At the sidelines of this evening’s launch of the all-new B8 generation Volkswagen Passat, Volkswagen has also launched yet another limited edition variant to the Beetle range – the Volkswagen Beetle Dune.It also marks the return of the 1.4-litre TSI...

2017 All-New Volkswagen Passat (B8) Launched In Malaysia – From RM160k

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Hans  |  November 16, 2016

The start of a new beginning for embattled Volkswagen brand, the all-new B8 generation Volkswagen Passat has finally been launched in Malaysia with a starting price of RM159,990. There are three variants – Comfortline, Trendline and Highline - and two...

ACOTY 2016 Finalists: Mazda 6, Honda Accord, Toyota Camry – For Managers And Executives

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Kon  |  November 15, 2016

For those upgrading from C-segment family vehicles, the D-segment executive cars are the last stop before progressing into luxury marques. The competition in this club is tough, with shoppers accordingly more demanding with their requirements.Cars in...

Pick of the Week: 2015 Honda Civic Type R 2.0 VTEC Turbo

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Gokul  |  November 11, 2016

Honda’s ‘Type R’ moniker needs little introduction among most of us. Even though the first Civic Type R was introduced only in 1997, it achieved cult status and garnered the respect of the automotive movers and shakers, as well as petrol-heads around the...

2016 Malaysia Autoshow: Hyundai Ioniq Hybrid Previewed Ahead Of Launch

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Arvind  |  November 10, 2016

Hyundai-Sime Darby Motors (HSDM) has previewed the Hyundai Ioniq Hybrid for the second time at the ongoing 2016 Malaysia Autoshow, just ahead of its official launch date at the end of the year.This comes days after HSDM announced the order books for the...

2017 Honda Jazz Hybrid Previewed In Malaysia

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Hans  |  November 10, 2016

Eight months ago, we’ve reported the all-new Honda Jazz and City Hybrid are still on the plans for Malaysia. Today, at the opening of the 2016 Malaysia Auto Show, Honda Malaysia has partially pulled the covers of the upcoming Jazz Hybrid.Although the car...

Malaysia Autoshow 2016: BAIC D20 Poised To Challenge Proton & Perodua

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Kon  |  November 10, 2016

Alongside the locally-assembled BAIC EV200 electric vehicle also comes its regular petrol-powered counterparts that being previewed together at the Malaysian Autoshow 2016 being held at MINES Convention Centre.Like the EV 200, the D20 will also be...

Malaysia Autoshow 2016: BAIC EV 200 Electric Vehicle Previewed

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Kon  |  November 10, 2016

An affordable all-electric vehicle is set to hit Malaysian roads soon; Chinese manufacturer BAIC has just previewed the new EV200 at the Malaysia Autoshow 2016 being held in MINES Convention Centre.Available in both sedan and hatchback bodystyles, the...