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Volkswagen Passenger Cars Malaysia (VPCM) today launched Volkswagen Tayron, a 7-seater D-segment successor to the Tiguan Allspace. Malaysia is the first country in Southeast Asia to introduce the Tayron. Only two other countries in the Asia-Ocenia region – India and Australia – have introduce the Tayron.

The Tayron nameplate is new to Malaysia. It was first used on a China-only model in 2018.

For this second-generation Tayron, Volkswagen has developed it as a global model that is also produced at its home base in Wolfsburg, Germany.

The D-segment Tayron is positioned between the C-segment Tiguan and the E-segment Touareg. In Malaysia, where the Tiguan is only available as a long-wheelbase 7-seater Tiguan Allspace, the Tayron will eventually replace the latter. For now, both models are still available.

Globally, the Tayron is available as both a 5- or 7-seater (same wheelbase), with a range of engines including a 1.5-litre eTSI turbocharged mild-hybrid, plug-in hybrid, and non-electrified 2.0-litre turbocharged TSI.

In Malaysia, only the 7-seater, front-wheel drive 1.5 eTSI Elegance and 4Motion all-wheel drive 2.0 TSI R-Line variants will be offered.

Like all Volkswagen models sold in Malaysia, the Tayron is covered by an optional Volkswagen Assurance Package (VAP), which includes a 5-year warranty, 5-year free maintenance, and 5-year roadside assistance.

The 1.5 eTSI Elegance starts from RM 200,760, inclusive of VAP.

Selling price for the 2.0 TSI R-Line will only be confirmed later (currently estimated from RM 259,269, without VAP).

The Tayron 2.0 TSI R-Line will soon replace the 2.0 TSI Tiguan Allspace R-Line, which starts from RM 239,474, without VAP.

Like all Volkswagen models on sale in Malaysia, the Tayron is assembled (CKD) in Pekan.

1.5 eTSI Elegance (from RM 200,760):

• Turbocharged 4-cylinder
• 48V MHEV (belt-driven starter-alternator
• Active cylinder deactivation (operates on two cylinders, during low and medium loads)
• 150 PS of power / 250 Nm of torque
• 7-speed dual-clutch DSG automatic transmission, front-wheel drive
• LED Plus headlights (with dynamic cornering lights)
• 3D LED taillights
• 12.9-inch Discover Pro centre infotainment display
• Wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto
• 8-speaker audio system

2.0 TSI R-Line (estimated from RM 259,269, without VAP) adds the following features:

• 265 PS of power / 400 Nm of torque
• 4-Motion all-wheel drive
• 15-inch Discover Pro Max centre infotainment display
• Head-up Display
• Adaptive IQ.LIGHT HD Matrix headlights
• 3D LED taillights with dynamic turn signals\
• R-Line styling package
• 10+1 speaker Harman Kardon audio system, with sub-woofer

Standard features on both 1.5 eTSI Elegance and 2.0 TSI R-Line variants include:

• DCC Pro passive adaptive suspension (automatically adjusting depending on Drive mode selected, without suspension-specific setting)
• 10.25-inch Digital Cockpit Pro
• Varenna leather ergoActive Plus front seats, with 12-way power adjustment, ventilation, and massage functions
• 3-zone automatic air-conditioning, with air vents for the middle row
• IQ.Drive suite of ADAS
• 9 airbags, including front-centre airbag
• 40:20:40  split folding second-row seats
• 50:50 split folding third-row seats

Following its preview in May, Chery Malaysia has launched its latest flagship model, the Chery Tiggo 9. Prices start from RM 166,800 for the locally assembled (Kulim) family SUV.

Like the Tiggo 8 Pro, the Tiggo 9 is a D-segment 7-seater, powered by the same 2.0-litre turbocharged engine paired to a 7-speed dual-clutch automatic transmission (DCT).

The biggest difference with the Tiggo 9 from the Tiggo 8 Pro is its more upmarket interior and all-wheel drive drivetrain, with four additional off-road Drive Modes – Snow, Mud, Sand, and Off-Road.

 The additional upgrades push its selling price to RM 7,000 higher than the Tiggo 8 Pro, which has an identical price as the plug-in hybrid Tiggo 8 CSH.

To recap, Chery Auto Malaysia – the group’s holding company - now has five 3-row seat SUV models, including the six-seater Jaecoo J8 sold by its Omoda Jaecoo division. The models are priced as below:

• Chery Tiggo 8 1.6 TGDi: RM 129,800
• Chery Tiggo 8 Pro 2.0 TGDi: RM 159,800
• Chery Tiggo 8 CSH (1.5 TGDi PHEV): RM 159,800
• Chery Tiggo 9 2.0 TGDi: RM 166,800
• Jaecoo J8 2.0 AWD TGDi: RM 198,800 (six-seater)

Jetour, another brand under Chery, also has a 7-seater model, the Jetour VT9, priced from RM 119,200. However, Jetour is managed independently from Chery Corporate Malaysia. The latter only manages Chery, Omoda, Jaecoo, and iCaur.

What’s the difference between Tiggo 9 and Tiggo 8 Pro / Tiggo CSH and Jaecoo J8?

The simple way to understand the Tiggo 9 is this:

The Tiggo 9 is 7-seater alternative to the 6-seater Jaecoo J8, with a more luxurious interior that is closer to the Jaecoo J8.

It should also be pointed that Tiggo 8 Pro and Tiggo 8 CSH have different interiors. The latter adopts a newer, split-screen arrangement, similar to the Tiggo 9 and Jaecoo J8

Mechanically, the Tiggo 9 adds all-wheel drive, which is not available on the Tiggo 8 series.

Choosing between the three models is a matter of preference between the Tiggo 9’s more classic luxury vibe versus the Jaecoo J8’s more flamboyant vibe, as well as the combination between seating capacity and powertrain type.

The 7-seater Tiggo 8 Pro / Tiggo 8 CSH allows buyers to choose between conventional 2.0-litre turbocharged petrol and a 1.5-litre turbocharged plug-in hybrid, but neither comes with AWD.

The 6-seater Jaecoo J8 shares the same engine as the Tiggo 8 Pro and Tiggo 9, but it lacks PHEV option. The J8 also uses an 8-speed automatic transmission, versus the Tiggo and Tiggo 9’s 7-speed dual-clutch transmission.

The Tiggo 9 comes with AWD, but has no PHEV option, at least for now. In Indonesia, the Tiggo 9 is sold exclusively as a PHEV.

It’s unnecessarily complicated right? You are not alone. However, Chery believes that giving more options is better.

Below are key specifications for the Chery Tiggo 9:

• Engine: 2.0-litre turbocharged 4-cylinder TGDi
• Power: 256 PS
• Torque: 390 Nm
• Transmission: 7-speed dual-clutch transmission, all-wheel drive
• 0-100 km/h: 9.3 seconds (claimed)
• Fuel consumption: 8.3-litre/100 km (claimed, UN R101 test cycle)
• Dimensions: 4,810 mm long, 1,925 mm wide, 1,741 mm tall, 2,800 mm wheelbase
• 20-inch alloy wheels (versus 19-inch on Tiggo 8 Pro) 
• 15.6-inch infotainment screen (same size as Tiggo 8 CSH)
• 10.25-inch driving information display (same size as Tiggo 8 CSH)
• Ultra-HD resolution Head-Up Display (Not available in Tiggo 8 CSH)
• 14-speaker Sony audio system (versus 10-speaker in Tiggo 8 CSH)
• 10-way power adjustable driver’s seat with massage and ventilation (versus 6-way in Tiggo 8 CSH)
• 6-way power adjustable front passenger seat with ventilation (versus 4-way in Tiggo 8 CSH)
• Ventilated middle-row seats (not available on Tiggo 8 CSH)
• Dual-zone air-conditioning with rear air vents
• Centre console box with chiller function
• Panoramic glass roof (not available on Tiggo 8 CSH)
• 10 airbags (including knee airbag and front-centre airbag, and rear side airbags – the latter are not available in the Tiggo 8 CSH)
• Full suite of ADAS
• ‘Transparent chassis’ view parking camera
• 448-litre boot volume (2,065-litre with second- and third-row seats folded)

The vehicle is covered by a 7-year / 150,000 km warranty, while the engine itself is covered by a 10-year / 1 million km warranty. Owners also enjoy 5 years of free service.

For a limited time period, buyers can also opt for an all-inclusive ‘Prime’ package that includes:

• RM 3,000 worth of petrol subsidy
• 1 year free insurance worth RM 4,500
• RM 5,000 in cash rebate

The Chery Tiggo 9 with Prime package is priced at RM 179,800, or RM 13,000 more than the standard 'Flexi' package.

Only two exterior colours are available – Matte Grey and Carbon Black.

More than a decade after the discontinuation of the Honda CR-Z, Honda Malaysia is making a return to the hybrid sports car segment with the all-new sixth generation 2026 Honda Prelude. Fully imported (CBU) from Japan, the Prelude is priced from RM 278,000.

For reference, the FL5 Civic Type R is priced from RM 399,900.

Where the Type R is a time-attack machine built to set lap records, the Prelude, like all previous generations of model, is a casual sports car. Actually, the Prelude’s comfort-biased character is closer to that of a grand tourer, albeit a rather compact one.

Unlike mild-hybrid CR-Z, the Prelude combines the best of the full-hybrid Civic e:HEV RS’ 2.0-litre engine (203 PS total system output) with chassis control hardware from the FL5 Civic Type R (steering rack, dual-axis strut suspension, Brembo brakes, engine bay’s structure).

The Prelude also debuts Honda’s S+ Shift virtual gearbox feature in Malaysia. It simulates the driving experience of an 8-speed dual-clutch transmission, not just with synthesized engine noise, but complete with shift shock and rev matching. The latter two are only possible because under the Prelude’s hood is a revving engine and a lock-up clutch.

With the Drive Mode set to Sport, S+ Shift reverses the logic of hybrid cars. When you lift off the throttle to brake and dive into a cambered corner, a hybrid drivetrain will by default, cut the engine to switch into regenerative braking mode.

In this scenario, S+ Shift will keep the engine’s rpm high, holding to a pre-set virtual gear ratio as steer into a corner. S+ Shift builds on Honda’s Cornering Logic control to delay upshifts only you are powering out.

The software intelligently manipulates the engine’s rpm and even retards the drive motor for very brief period, thus amplifying the difference in rotational speed between the drive motor and engine. When the lock-up clutch engages, this difference in rotational speed results in the ‘shift shock’ that Prelude drivers appreciate.

It’s not meant to be a full-on Type R experience, because that’s not what Prelude buyers are looking for. The goal is to deliver an engaging enough experience in a casual drive with your partner.

Unlike the Civic, the all-new Prelude uses a button-type ‘gear’ selector, similar to the one seen in the fully electric e:N1.

The door handles are flushed but don’t assume this to be the same as Chinese EVs.This is a mechanical door handle that you simply press on the handle’s trailing edge to flip it out. There is a motorized retractor but the door's opening and closing are purely done by mechanical latches. It doesn't rely on motors to pop open so there's no worry about you getting trapped in the car in an accident.

Key features in the all-new 2026 Honda Prelude are:

• Full suite of Honda Sensing ADAS functions, with Blind Spot Monitor (replaces LaneWatch)
• 19-inch black alloy wheels
• Brembo brakes
• Button-operated ‘gear’ selection
• 9-inch central infotainment touchscreen with Google Built-In
• 8-speaker Bose audio system
• White leather seats with embossed Prelude logo

Four colours are available – Rallye Red, Crystal Black Pearl, Moonlit White Pearl. The Racing Blue Pearl colour, which is available in Indonesia, is not offered here.

Like all recent Honda hybrid models, the all-new 2026 Honda Prelude’s hybrid battery and other hybrid-related components are covered by a 10-year unlimited mileage warranty.

BYD Sime Motors has officially launched the new 2026 BYD Atto 3 facelift here in Malaysia.

This also marks Malaysia as the first country in Asia Pacific to debut the updated BYD Atto 3, with over 12,000 units sold so far within the country.

Interested parties can opt between two variants - Ultra and Premium. The base 2026 BYD Atto 3 Ultra is priced at RM125,800, while the range-topping Premium variant kicks it up to RM138,800.

To quickly sum up the new exterior design updates, the facelifted BYD Atto 3 comes with a new design for the front and rear bumpers, new taillights, and a redesigned rear spoiler which now houses the third brake light.

To spot the visual differences between the new and old BYD Atto 3, CLICK HERE.

Starting with the Ultra, its single electric motor powering the front wheels is retained with 150kW (204PS) and 310Nm of torque. 0-100km/h century sprint on paper is also the same as the pre-facelifted model at 7.3 seconds.

Despite maintaining the 60.48kWh BYD Blade battery pack with a range of up to 480km (NEDC), its maximum DC fast charging capability has been upgraded from 88kW to 110kW. For AC charging, it's set at 7kW.

Moving up to the BYD Atto 3 Premium variant, this rear-wheel-drive (RWD) variant kicks it up a notch to 230kW (313PS) and 380Nm of torque. As mentioned before, the 0-100km/h on paper is at 5.5 seconds.

Equipped with a 74.88kWh BYD Blade battery pack, the max range is bumped up to 600km (NEDC). Being the new range-topping variant of the Atto 3 line-up, even its maximum DC fast charging capability is doubled to 220kW. AC-wise, that's raised to 11kW.

Step inside the cabin and the two variants carry the same specs and features. The 15.6-inch centre touchscreen remains, but the digital instrument panel is now bigger at 8.8 inches.

Since its gear selector has been moved to the steering column that holds the new steering wheel design, it has freed up some space in the centre console, which now features a 50W wireless charger between the front seats.

Speaking of front seats, the Ultra variant comes with a six-way power adjustment for the driver seat and a 4-way for the front passenger seat. The Premium gets 6-way power adjustment for both seats, plus lumbar adjustment for the driver.

Safety-wise, the Atto 3 Ultra gets six airbags and the standard ADAS features, while the Premium gets 7 airbags and an 'Enhanced' ADAS safety suite.

The new 2026 BYD Atto 3 facelift is available in four different colour options - Ski White, Atlantis Grey, Harbour Grey, and Cosmos Black. To commemorate the launch, there's also the Exclusive Launch Package that consists of a choice between a wall charger with standard installation or a 6-year standard service package.

There's also an early-bird overtrade worth RM10,000 for the first 500 customers.

After spending the last year or so as a one-car brand with the popular D9 MPV, Denza has finally expanded its local line-up with something even more imposing: the all-new B8. And make no mistake, this thing is enormous. 

Priced from a hefty RM458,800 for the 7-seat Dynamic variant and RM518,800 for the flagship 6-seat Premium, the B8 immediately positions itself at the very top end of the Chinese SUV market in Malaysia, taking the top spot as the most expensive car sold here by a Chinese brand - at least, for now. 

But the B8 is not merely trying to compete with traditional luxury SUVs. It arrives with serious hardware, serious performance and enough technology to make even established luxury staples take notice.

Essentially, what Malaysians are getting is a rebadged version of the Fangchengbao Bao 8 sold in China under BYD’s more off-road-focused Fangchengbao sub-brand. While the name may change for export markets, the recipe remains the same: a massive body-on-frame electrified SUV designed to blend luxury, brute strength and a modern PHEV powertrain into one rather substantial package.

Dimensionally, the B8 is dwarfs most other cars on our roads. Measuring 5,195 mm long, 1,994 mm wide and 1,905 mm tall, with a generous 2,920 mm wheelbase, it even eclipses the Toyota Land Cruiser 300 in overall length and width. It is also larger than the GWM Tank 500 in nearly every measurable aspect.

From the outside, the B8 strikes a surprisingly restrained appearance for something this large. Unlike many modern SUVs that lean heavily into exaggerated styling cues, the Denza adopts a cleaner, more mature design language. The squared-off proportions, upright stance and relatively uncluttered surfaces give it genuine road presence without appearing overly aggressive.

There are still modern touches, of course. Hidden door handles and gloss black body cladding add a more urban-friendly vibe, while the locally-specced black 20-inch Y-spoke wheels wrapped in 275/55 Michelin Pilot Sport EV tyres provide a nice contrast against the body. Mind you, China’s Bao 8 rides on larger 21-inch wheels. 

Underneath all that sheet metal lies the real headline act. The B8 uses BYD’s Dual Mode Off-road, or DMO, 'Super Hybrid' system; a plug-in hybrid powertrain specifically engineered for heavy-duty off-roaders. The setup combines a longitudinally-mounted 2.0 litre turbocharged 4-cylinder petrol engine producing 197 PS and 350 Nm with dual electric motors and a dedicated hybrid transmission.

The front electric motor contributes 272 PS and 360 Nm, while the rear motor delivers a substantial 408 PS and 400 Nm. Combined system output stands at a staggering 612 PS and 760 Nm of torque.

For a vehicle weighing well into 3-tonne territory, or 3,290 kg, those figures translate into genuinely shocking performance. Denza claims a 0-100 km/h sprint time of just 4.8 seconds, which is frankly absurd for something this large and heavy.

Like many Chinese-developed plug-in hybrids, the B8 prioritises electric driving as much as possible. The 36.8 kWh Blade lithium iron phosphate battery powers the vehicle almost exclusively until the state of charge drops to around 25%, at which point the combustion engine seamlessly steps in to sustain the battery and optimise efficiency.

The system intelligently transitions between Pure EV, series hybrid and parallel hybrid driving modes without the driver really noticing. On paper, the B8 can travel up to 115 km on electric power alone under the less strict NEDC cycle, translating to roughly 100 km in more realistic WLTP conditions.

Total combined driving range is rated at 1,040 km NEDC, thanks partly to an enormous 91-litre fuel tank that's significantly larger than the Tank 500’s 75 litre unit. Fuel consumption is claimed at as 'low' as 9.89 litres per 100 km under NEDC testing. 

Charging performance is equally solid for something this size. DC fast charging maxes out at 120 kW, enabling a 30-80% top-up in just 16 minutes. AC charging supports up to 11 kW, while vehicle-to-load functionality is also included, offering up to 6.6 kW of external power output. 

One of its standout features is Denza’s DiSus-P hydraulic suspension system, which provides up to 140 mm of adjustable ride height. Besides improving ground clearance, the system boosts the SUV’s wading depth from an already substantial 800 mm to 890 mm.

Approach and departure angles also improve significantly when fully raised, increasing from 30 and 29 degrees to 34 and 35 degrees respectively. There’s even a “Leopard Turn” function that's essentially Denza’s version of a tank turn, allowing the SUV to pivot tightly in confined terrain. 

Inside, the B8 shifts focus from ruggedness to outright luxury. Both variants come lavishly equipped with four soft-close doors (the boot also has a soft-close function), a 12.3-inch digital instrument cluster and a massive 17.3-inch central touchscreen. Malaysia does miss out on the front passenger display available in China, but there is still plenty of tech onboard.

Other standard features include dual 50W wireless charging pads, a cooled and heated armrest storage compartment, tri-zone climate control and powered front seats with ventilation, heating and massage functions. Audio duties are handled by an 18-speaker Devialet sound system, marking the first time the French high-end audio brand has appeared in a Malaysian-market vehicle.

Rear passengers are also treated to thoughtful convenience features, and rear seat appointments can rival that of a luxury MPV with its lounge-like ambiance. A multifunction switch on the rear doors allows occupants to control the opposite-side window or even operate the sunroof blind. There is also a one-touch relaxation function that automatically moves the front passenger seat forward to maximise rear legroom. Both the second and third row seats can be electrically folded and raised as well. 

The Dynamic features a conventional 2-3-2 seven-seat layout, complete with a powered middle-row bench seat featuring heating and ventilation. Meanwhile, the Premium adopts a far more luxurious 2-2-2 arrangement with captain chairs, massage functionality, ventilation and Ottoman leg rests. It also gains full Nappa leather upholstery.

Boot capacity stands at 920 litres in the seven-seater and 902 litres in the six-seater with the rear-most seats folded, while both offer 147 litres with all rows upright. The Premium further separates itself with additional high-end features including infrared night vision, front and rear locking differentials, a digital rear-view mirror, a head-up display and dynamic side bolsters for the front seats.

Customers can choose from 5 exterior colours: Alpine White, Emerald Green, Nebula Blue, Dawn Gold and Eclipse Black – paired with either Jasper Brown or Onyx Black interior themes. Safety equipment is comprehensive too, with 9 airbags, including a front-centre airbag, alongside a full suite of advanced driver assistance systems featuring autonomous emergency braking and adaptive cruise control.

Warranty coverage entails 6 years or 150,000 km for the vehicle, plus 8 years or 160,000 km for the high-voltage battery and hybrid drive unit components. Buyers also receive 7 complimentary maintenance services over 6 years worth RM10,000, along with a complimentary V2L adapter.

It's worth noting that the launch vehicles shown here were Australian-spec units, explaining the inclusion the rear tow hitch, which won't be available here. On a brighter note, the Premium variant for Malaysia does sound like one of the highest-spec export versions available globally outside China, where the Bao 8 also receives LiDAR technology.

Whether Malaysians are ready for a RM500k Chinese luxury off-roader remains to be seen, but one thing is certain, the Denza B8 does not arrive lacking ambition.