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  • 2026 Mazda CX-5 updated – 2.0G High gets 12.3-inch screen, body-coloured cladding; SUV less by RM10k

    2026 Mazda CX-5 updated – 2.0G High gets 12.3-inch screen, body-coloured cladding; SUV less by RM10k

    Bermaz Motor has quietly updated the 2.0G 2WD High variant of the Mazda CX-5 with a new accessories package that we’re told comes as standard for 2026 model year units, according to sales advisors. There are also changes to the SUV’s pricing since it was facelifted in January 2024, but we’ll get to that later.

    Focusing on the 2.0G 2WD High, the new accessories package is valued at RM6,160, which is more than the previous package listed at RM2,410. Included are familiar items like Activ-e window film and LED-illuminated sill plates, both of which are joined by a driving video recorder (dashcam) that wasn’t present previously. Another addition to the package is a 12.3-inch touchscreen head unit which replaces the 8-inch system that was the previously the default across the CX-5 range.

    After fiddling around, the new unit appears to be an Android-based system with the Mazda Connect interface overlayed and providing the same level of functionality, including support for Android Auto (wired) and Apple CarPlay (wired and wireless).

    In addition to the above items, the revised 2.0G 2WD High is also identified by its body-coloured cladding which differs from other variants that still keep to their matte black pieces.

    On the matter of pricing, Bermaz Motor revised the CX-5’s price list back in October 1, 2025. This supersedes the previous price list effective September 15, 2025, so it looks like there has been more than one revision since the facelift was launched. As most companies would state in their documentation: prices and specifications are subject to change without notice.

    The variant line-up remains the same, with five options being made available to customers. As we don’t have the September 15 price list, we’ll compare with what was officially given back when the facelift launched in January 2024. Here are the OTR (without insurance) figures:

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    Mazda CX-5

    • 2.0G 2WD Mid: Previously RM144,469.20, now RM134,469.20; less by RM10,000
    • 2.0G 2WD High: Previously RM161,469.20, now RM151,469.20; less by RM10,000
    • 2.5G 2WD High: Previously RM174,960.40, now RM164,960.40; less by RM10,000
    • 2.2D 2WD High: Previously RM180,322.80, now RM170,322.80; less by RM10,000
    • 2.5G AWD High: Previously RM188,760.40, RM178,760.40; less by RM10,000

    These prices are with a metallic paint finish, and it will still cost an extra RM3,300 if you want a premium hue (Soul Red Crystal and Machine Gray). The leather seat option (RM2,900) remains only available for the 2.0G 2WD Mid, with all other variants already coming standard with leather seats.

    Additionally, the window film, illuminated sill plates and new DVR are part of the updated standard accessories package for all variants, except the 2026 CX-5 2.0G 2WD High that gets more items, as mentioned earlier. The five-year warranty and free maintenance package continue to be included with each purchase.

     
  • Chery CNY 2026 promo offers up to RM16,888 discount – choose red colour option for an extra RM1,000 off

    Chery CNY 2026 promo offers up to RM16,888 discount – choose red colour option for an extra RM1,000 off

    We’ve just ushered in the new year but another round of fireworks is just around the corner. Which means another round of sales and shopping! Chery Malaysia is hoping to catch your attention with its CNY 2026 ‘New Year Prosperity Deal’ promotion, which is offering up to RM16,888 cash rebate for MY2025 models.

    Naturally, the biggest discount is for the biggest car – the RM159,800 three-row Tiggo 8 Pro is the one with the RM16,888 rebate. It’s followed by RM11,888 off the RM123,800 Tiggo 7 Pro, which is C-segment in size.

    The T7P is powered by a 1.6-litre turbo-four with 197 hp/290 Nm, paired to seven-speed dual-clutch transmission. The T8P is the most powerful Chery-badged ICE car in Malaysia – its 2.0T engine puts out 256 hp/390 Nm and is paired to a seven-speed DCT as well.

    Introduced last year, the Tiggo Cross is Chery’s entry model in Malaysia. It’s available in both pure petrol form (1.5L turbo-four with 147 PS/210 Nm, 6DCT) and a hybrid with a combined 204 PS/310 Nm. At RM99,800, the latter is the most affordable hybrid in Malaysia, while the Turbo is RM10k cheaper at RM88,800. Both now come with a RM6,888 rebate.

    In October 2025, Chery launched the RM159,800 Tiggo 8 PHEV and the RM129,800 Tiggo 7 PHEV. The shared CSH powertrain combines a 143 PS/215 Nm 1.5-litre Miller-cycle turbo-four with a 204 PS/310 Nm electric motor that’s integrated within a stepless dedicated hybrid transmission. Combined output is 275 PS/365 Nm. The T8P PHEV is based on the facelift model with an all-new EV-style cockpit.

    Both PHEVs come with a RM6,888 rebate and a complimentary extended battery warranty (also includes motor and control unit) of 10 years or 200,000 km, valued at RM3,000. There’s an additional thematic surprise discount of RM1,000 for those who pick the red colour option for the Tiggo 7 PHEV and Tiggo Cross Turbo, making it a total discount of RM7,888 for the two models.

    The deals are for units manufactured in 2025, valid till February 28. Click on the links to recap the models.

     
  • Jaecoo J5 open for booking in Malaysia at RM120k est – sub-J7 B-segment SUV with 147 PS/210 Nm 1.5T, CVT

    Jaecoo J5 open for booking in Malaysia at RM120k est – sub-J7 B-segment SUV with 147 PS/210 Nm 1.5T, CVT

    The Jaecoo J5 is now open for booking in Malaysia at an estimated RM120k. It’s set to be the new entry-level Jaecoo, sitting below the popular C-segment J7.

    While Thailand and Indonesia get it as an EV, Malaysia’s car will have a 147 PS/210 Nm 1.5 litre SQRE4T15C turbo petrol engine, a CVT, front-wheel drive, a 10.2-second 0-100 km/h time, a 175 km/h top speed and a 1,439 kg kerb weight. Fuel consumption is a claimed 7.5 litres per 100 km (13.3 km per litre) and range is a claimed 680 km on a full 51-litre tank.

    Measuring 4,380 mm long, 1,860 mm wide and 1,650 mm tall with a 2,620 mm wheelbase, the J5 is over 10 mm longer between the axles than the Honda HR-V and Chery Tiggo Cross, and 20 mm more than the wheelbase of the Proton X50. Comparing the J5 with its larger sibling, the J7 is 4,500 mm long, 1,865 mm wide and 1,680 mm tall with a 2,672 mm wheelbase.

    The J5 has LED projector headlamps, 235/55R18 Chaoyang Aggressor tyres and conventional door handles as opposed to the J7’s flush pop-out units. It’s also got rare-for-the-segment multi-link rear suspension, although there are still par-for-the-course MacPherson struts up front. Together with double-glazed front windows, Eco/Normal/Sport modes and a 23,500-m/deg body rigidity, this thing should be a good long-distance fellow.

    Inside, the Jaecoo J5 gets a panoramic glass roof, 50W wireless phone charging, an eight-inch widescreen instrument panel, a 13.2-inch 2K touch-screen, Android Auto/Apple CarPlay, a 540 camera and a built-in karaoke function that includes a mixer (microphones sold separately, Omoda | Jaecoo Malaysia says).

    Interestingly, the company is marketing the J5 as a pet-friendly vehicle (TUV-certified, no less) – besides anti-bacterial and scratch-resistant seat upholstery, there could be accessories like pet nets, pet mats and carriers to make your furry friend feel right at home.

    There’s also Level 2+ ADAS – besides the usual stuff, it’s got Curve Speed Assistance, so the vehicle should slow down automatically on curves when you’ve got ACC engaged. The boot can swallow 480 litres; fold down the back seats for 1,180 litres.

    Not long now, we’re sure. The J5’s competitors include the RM76k-81k Perodua Traz, the RM89k-100k Chery Tiggo Cross, the RM86k-109k Proton X50, the RM117k Chery O5 and the RM116k-144k Honda HR-V. Share your thoughts with us!

    Jaecoo J5 at Malaysian showroom

    Jaecoo J5 previewed in Malaysia

     
  • Omoda | Jaecoo Malaysia – 153% year-on-year growth

    Omoda | Jaecoo Malaysia – 153% year-on-year growth

    Omoda | Jaecoo Malaysia has announced that it sold over 153% more cars in 2025 (17,849 units, or 17,845 according to JPJ) than it did in 2024 (7,040 units of only one model – the Jaecoo J7), which was the year of the carmaker’s entry as Jaecoo Malaysia.

    That means it’s going to cumulatively hit 25k soon, after reaching 20k in October. The company said 11,522 J7s and over 3,000 J7 PHEVs reached Malaysian homes last year, which means the Jaecoo J8 and Omoda C9, combined, sold at most 3,327 units.

    “Our strong growth in 2025 is a clear signal that Omoda & Jaecoo has moved beyond being a newcomer to become a preferred choice for Malaysian drivers. As we head into 2026, our focus is on solidifying our presence as a local automotive mainstay. We are committed to growing alongside Malaysia, ensuring that our global innovation is paired with a service and dealer network that truly understands the needs of our local community,” said Chery Corporate Malaysia EVP Men Lin Bo.

    The RM120k-estimated Jaecoo J5 is now open for booking and will launch soon, while the Omoda C7 (register your interest here) could launch this year too – these are positioned below the J7 and C9 respectively.

     
  • Toyota GR Corolla AT in Malaysia – 8-speed GR DAT, 0-100 km/h 5.3 secs, RM10k more than 6MT at RM379k

    Toyota GR Corolla AT in Malaysia – 8-speed GR DAT, 0-100 km/h 5.3 secs, RM10k more than 6MT at RM379k

    It’s been just over a year, but the Toyota GR Corolla finally receives an eight-speed automatic gearbox as promised during the launch of the facelifted model in 2025. The self-shifting hot hatch is priced at RM378,950 on-the-road without insurance, which is RM10,000 more than the purist-friendly six-speed manual model. A five-year, unlimited-mileage warranty is included, as usual.

    The biggest change here is the gearbox, obviously – called the Gazoo Racing Direct Automatic Transmission (DAT), it differs from a typical slushbox by being tuned for circuit driving. This is aimed at delivering the fastest possible downshifts and anticipating the right gear selection based on brake and throttle input, instead of only vehicle behaviour – leading to shifting that Toyota says is similar to a professional driver’s.

    The gearbox also gets heat-resistant clutch material, a new torque control system, a compact, high-response linear solenoid and a transmission fluid cooler, the latter fed by intakes in the front bumper corners. Exclusive to the auto model is launch control for optimised off-the-line acceleration. Of course, drivers can take over the shifting experience by using either the paddle shifters or the back-to-front sequential gate (push backwards to shift up, forwards to shift down, ideal for spirited driving).

    Toyota GR Corolla AT in Malaysia – 8-speed GR DAT, 0-100 km/h 5.3 secs, RM10k more than 6MT at RM379k

    As you’d expect, the rest of the GR Corolla’s rally-inspired powertrain package is unchanged, including a 1.6 litre G16E-GTS turbo three-cylinder engine producing 300 PS at 6,500 rpm and 400 Nm of torque between 3,250 and 4,600 rpm. As part of last year’s facelift, peak torque has risen by 30 Nm, allowing both gearbox options to sprint from zero to 100 km/h in 5.3 seconds on their way to a top speed of 230 km/h.

    Sending all that power and torque to all four wheels via a proprietary GR-Four all-wheel drive system, with a reconfigured torque split over the original 2023 model. Defaulting to 60:40 front-to-rear in Normal mode, it now goes to 50:50 in Gravel (previously 30:70 in Sport), while Track has a variable torque split from 60:40 to 30:70 depending on the driving conditions (previously locked at 50:50). Front and rear Torsen limited-slip differentials continue to come standard.

    The MacPherson strut front and double-wishbone rear suspension was already tweaked last year to increase stability during hard cornering, while the ABS tuning was revised to ensure more consistent braking performance over a variety of surfaces. Updated for 2026 is the increased use of structural adhesives (32.7 metres, 13.9 metres more than before) for a more rigid structure and a cold air intake to reduce intake air temperatures, the latter visible on the front left corner of the engine bay.

    Toyota GR Corolla AT in Malaysia – 8-speed GR DAT, 0-100 km/h 5.3 secs, RM10k more than 6MT at RM379k

    The new cold air intake is visible on the bottom right

    Beyond that, the GR Corolla is pretty much as per last year, featuring a redesigned front bumper with new brake ducts, air curtains, a fog light delete and the aforementioned larger intakes that also feed a sub-radiator. A vented bonnet, a carbon fibre roof, a sizeable rear wing, a distinctive triple-exit exhaust setup and blistered and vented fenders remain, the latter housing 18-inch Enkei multi-spoke alloy wheels shod with Yokohama Advan Apex V601 tyres.

    Inside, you get a recognisable Corolla interior with a unique smaller-diameter steering wheel, GR-branded bucket seats with adjustable headrests and performance screens for the 12.3-inch instrument display. This being an automatic, you of course get a different gearlever and two instead of three aluminium pedals.

    Spec changes include an inch-larger ten-inch touchscreen head unit (still with wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto) and blind spot monitoring, the latter joining the Toyota Safety Sense suite of driver assists such as autonomous emergency braking, adaptive cruise control (auto gets stop and go for full Level 2 semi-autonomous driving), lane centring assist, traffic sign recognition and auto high beam.

    The rest of the standard kit is unchanged and includes bi-LED projector headlights, keyless entry, push-button start, Brin Naub faux leather and suede upholstery, dual-zone auto air con, a head-up display, six speakers, a Qi wireless charger, a dash cam and a reverse camera. Colour options are the same as before and include Precious Metal, Super White II, Emotional Red II and Black. Which would you pick – the new automatic, or the good old-fashioned manual? Let us know in the comments.

     
  • Top 20 EVs in 2025 – eMas 7 sales nearly 2x of second placed Sealion 7, Model 3 top sedan, Denza top MPV

    Top 20 EVs in 2025 – eMas 7 sales nearly 2x of second placed Sealion 7, Model 3 top sedan, Denza top MPV

    You’ve seen the overall top 20 brands, models and EV brands of 2025 – now here’s Malaysia’s top 20 fully electric models in 2025. No surprises at who’s at No.1, as the Proton eMas 7 has led the pack for the entire 2025, which is the C-SUV’s first full year of sales (it was launched in December 2024).

    Although there’s no CBU incentive-related price increase for the eMas 7 this year, December’s sales of 937 units was the SUV’s highest in 2025, contributing to a grand total of 8,677 units. Finishing a distant second is the BYD Sealion 7 with 4,454 units, nearly half that of the eMas 7. Interestingly, BYD Malaysia’s most expensive EV is its best selling one.

    Completing the EV podium is the Tesla Model Y with 4.401 units. Again, the bigger and costlier of the two Teslas sold here ranked higher. Fourth is the BYD Atto 3 with 4,069 units and the Tesla Model 3 is fifth with 2,880 units.

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    BYD’s Atto 2 compact SUV (half a year of sales, 1,779 units, sixth place), M6 budget MPV (1,683 units, seventh) and Seal 6 sedan (four months of sales, 1,279 units, sixth place) filled up the other places in the top 10, helping the EV giant maintain its position as Malaysia’s top EV brand. The older but much sleeker Seal sedan fell out of the top 10 (1,056 units, 11th).

    The other two spots in the top 10 list are premium models – the Zeekr 7X SUV (1,510 units, eighth) and the Denza D9 MPV (1,200 units, 10th). Speaking of luxury electric MPVs, the D9 beat the Zeekr 009 (914 units, 12th) and Xpeng X9 (644 units, 16th).

    It should come as no surprise that this list is dominated by Chinese EVs and the two Teslas – the best-selling European EV is the Porsche Taycan at 19th (421 units, but this includes parallel imports). Geely-Mercedes-Benz JV brand smart is listed as 20th here, but the marque’s 414 units is spread across three models.

    No Proton eMas 5? The affordable EV came too late to make an impact in 2025’s league table, but it’s sure to be a frontrunner this year.

     
  • Top 20 EV brands in 2025 – BYD 1st with 14k; Proton under 9k; Tesla close 3rd; Zeekr beats Xpeng, Denza

    Top 20 EV brands in 2025 – BYD 1st with 14k; Proton under 9k; Tesla close 3rd; Zeekr beats Xpeng, Denza

    BYD registered the most electric vehicles (EVs) in 2025, according to data from the road transport department (JPJ). With a total of 14,407 EVs registered, BYD was truly well and ahead of other brands, many of which saw an increase in registrations in the final month before the tax holiday ended for fully-imported (CBU) EVs.

    Coming in second place is Proton, with the eMas 7 doing almost all of the heavy lifting to post the numbers throughout the year. The brand’s second EV offering, the eMas 5, contributed a small amount to the overall total of 8,890 units, which is 5,517 less than BYD.

    Joining BYD and Proton on the podium is Tesla, which saw its highest number of EV registrations in December 2025 to bring its final tally for the year to 7,282 units. The gap between Proton and Tesla is smaller compared to BYD at just 1,708 units.

    Top 20 EV brands in 2025 – BYD 1st with 14k; Proton under 9k; Tesla close 3rd; Zeekr beats Xpeng, Denza

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    Outside the top three and in fourth is Zeekr, which saw 2,560 units registered for the year, the majority of which being the 7X. The premium Chinese brand outperformed other such as Xpeng (fifth; 1,536 units) and Denza (seventh; 1,200 units), the former narrowly beating out BMW that occupied sixth with 1,493 units.

    Late to the game but posting strong results is iCaur, which took the eighth spot with 879 units despite only launching its first model, the 03, in September. The 03 made up the bulk of iCaur vehicles registered in the year, as the brand’s second model, the V23, only went on sale in November. Porsche took the ninth spot with 739 units, although this figure likely includes those sold by recon dealers. Completing the top ten is MINI with 672 units.

    In the second half of the top 20 list, we find Chery in 11th with 658 units. This is followed by MG in 12th with 624 units, while Mercedes-Benz trailed closely behind with 617 units to take the 13th spot. Below the 600-unit mark, we find Volvo with 534 units for 14th, while Leapmotor took 15th place with 516 units.

    Top 20 EV brands in 2025 – BYD 1st with 14k; Proton under 9k; Tesla close 3rd; Zeekr beats Xpeng, Denza

    The final five brands in the top 20 list are Great Wall Motor in 16th with 446 units. GWM, like most brands, saw its highest number of registrations in December 2025. The same is true of smart, which recorded its first triple-digit registration last month to bring its end-year total to 414 units, good for 17th place.

    As for brands that did not crack 300 units but managed to make it to the top 20, there is Dongfeng in 18th with 213 units, followed by Maxus (175 units) and Neta (171 units).

     
  • Top 20 cars in 2025 – Bezza sold over 100k units, Saga in 4th with 71k, Vios/City outsold S70, J7 above CR-V

    Top 20 cars in 2025 – Bezza sold over 100k units, Saga in 4th with 71k, Vios/City outsold S70, J7 above CR-V

    The latest figures from the Malaysian road transport department (JPJ) have revealed that Perodua has topped the sales chart for 2025 to the tune of 359,905 units sold last year, representing a 0.5% gain over its 2024 figure.

    Leading the thrust for the national carmaker is the Bezza with 100,488 units sold in 2025, ahead of its stablemate, the Axia, which saw 84,291 units sold last year. In terms of monthly figures, the Bezza held the lead through most of last year, save for the January 2025 when the Axia was the top seller with 7,096 units sold that month, against 5,106 units of the sedan.

    In fact, it is a Perodua podium lock-out for 2025 sales numbers by model, with the Myvi taking third place with 72,724 units sold last year. Perodua takes five out of the top six spots, with the Alza and Ativa taking fifth and sixth with 45,534 units and 38,609 units, respectively.

    Top 20 cars in 2025 – Bezza sold over 100k units, Saga in 4th with 71k, Vios/City outsold S70, J7 above CR-V
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    The Proton Saga takes fourth place in 2025 with 70,903 units sold last year, or slightly under 2,000 units less than the volume achieved by the Perodua Myvi. The Saga, in its latest MC3 iteration was launched on November 27 in three variants.

    In the B-segment stakes, the Toyota Vios is the top-selling in its segment and seventh overall with 31,776 units sold in 2025, with its closest rival the Honda City – in both sedan and hatchback forms – taking ninth place with 27,107 units sold last year.

    In this segment, the Toyota and Honda models outsold the Proton S70, a C-segment offering that is priced in the B-segment bracket. 17,166 units of the S70 were sold in 2025.

    The Jaecoo J7 is the sole Chinese-branded entrant in the top 20 models list of 2025, charting 11,520 registrations last year, which places it ahead of the Honda CR-V that recorded 10,735 registrations last year. Rounding up the top 20 models by volume in Malaysia is the Mitsubishi Xpander, which saw 9,102 registrations.

     
  • 2026 Yamaha Ego Avantis new colours for Malaysia market, priced at RM5,998 recommended retail

    2026 Yamaha Ego Avantis new colours for Malaysia market, priced at RM5,998 recommended retail

    New colours for the 2026 Yamaha Ego Avantiz scooter in Malaysia, with pricing unchanged from 2024 at RM5,998. Pricing is recommended retail and does not include road tax, insurance or registration, while the new colour options for Malaysia are Black, Blue and Green.

    Every purchase of an Ego Avantiz comes with a two-year or 20,000 km warranty against manufacturing defects. Stocks of the updated Ego Avantiz is available in all Hong Leog Yamaha Motor authorised dealer showrooms immediately.

    2026 Yamaha Ego Avantis new colours for Malaysia market, priced at RM5,998 recommended retail

    No changes in mechanical specifications for the Ego Avantiz, with power coming from a BlueCore air-cooled single-cylinder, Euro 4 compliant engine, displacing 125 cc. Fed by EFI, output is claimed to be 9.4 hp at 8,000 rpm with 9.6 Nm of torque at 5,500 rpm.

    Drive gets to the rear wheel via a wet multi-plate clutch and automatic gearbox driving a V-belt as is typical of scooters in this class. Weight is listed at 96 kg, with seat height set at 773 mm, while the fuel tank has a 4.2-litres capacity.

    2026 Yamaha Ego Avantis new colours for Malaysia market, priced at RM5,998 recommended retail

    The storage compartment under the seat has a 14-litre volume, able to hold an open-face helmet while the parking lock system activates a hand brake to prevent unintended acceleration.

    A single hydraulic disc-brake handles stopping duties up front, while a drum brake stops the rear wheel. Suspension uses a telescopic fork in front and a preload-adjustable monoshock at the back, and the Ego Avantiz rolls on 14-inch wheels, shod with 70/90 and 90/80 tyres, front and rear, respectively.

     
  • Top 20 brands in 2025 – Perodua sold over double Proton, Toyota 3rd, Honda 4th, Jaecoo 5th, BYD 6th

    Top 20 brands in 2025 – Perodua sold over double Proton, Toyota 3rd, Honda 4th, Jaecoo 5th, BYD 6th

    The Malaysian road transport department‘s (JPJ) latest figures are out, and we don’t need to tell you which brand sold the most vehicles in 2025. What you want to know is how many, and it’s 359,904 units (+0.5% over 2024), which is over 137% more than Proton’s 151,561 units (+2.7% over 2024).

    That means Perodua has passed its 359k target, smashing its own record as well as that of any single carmaker in Malaysia (again). Meanwhile, Proton’s target is 156k including exportsit announced on January 2 that it sold 157,976, which means 6,415 Protons went abroad.

    The usual Malaysian pair and Japanese pair conquer positions one to four – Toyota did 129,085 (+1.5% over 2024 and more than the 102,417 it announced on January 7) while Honda faltered with 75,599 (-11.3% over 2024). Chery was fifth in 2024 with 19,687, but it’s given up the position in 2025 to the 17,845 achieved by Omoda | Jaecoo (which wasn’t even in the top 20 in 2024), instead settling for eighth with a 34%-lower 12,939 units.

    Top 20 brands in 2025 – Perodua sold over double Proton, Toyota 3rd, Honda 4th, Jaecoo 5th, BYD 6th

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    At sixth we find the first EV-only brand and a global powerhouse – BYD did 14,407 (+68% over 2024 when it was 10th). At seventh, Mitsubishi sold 13,856 (-14% over 2024 when it was sixth) and at ninth, Mazda did 9,589 (-35% over 2024 when it was seventh).

    Mercedes-Benz (10th) beat BMW (11th) by 1,100 units; both sold over 2,000 fewer cars than they did in 2024. Tesla, 15th in 2024, is now 12th with 7,282 (+42% over 2024). Isuzu and Lexus performed flatly. Nissan dropped three positions and 1,217 to 14th and 6,099 units, while Ford plunged three positions and 1,595 to 17th and 4,607 units.

    Great Wall Motor (GWM) climbed an astonishing 176% and two positions to 16th and 5,876, essentially two-and-three-quarter times its 2024 performance. Joining the annual top 20 club for the first time, Jetour (18th, 2,743) and Zeekr (19th, 2,560) have shoved MINI, Volkswagen and Volvo off the list.

     
  • Mitsubishi Xforce officially announced for Malaysia, bookings open early Feb – B-SUV with 1.5L NA CVT

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    Mitsubishi Motors Malaysia (MMM) has officially announced the new Mitsubishi Xforce, following social media teasers and the opening of registrations of interest. The B-segment SUV’s actual order books will open in early February, MMM says. The actual car has been caught in the open, and you can see it here.

    “Guided by the product tagline ‘Exceed Xpectations’, the Mitsubishi Xforce is designed to deliver smart, practical value tailored to the needs of today’s discerning drivers. Emphasising superior handling, stylish design, comfort, and fuel efficiency, the Xforce offers everyday confidence and convenience—making it a compelling choice for modern lifestyles,” the company says.

    Those who register their interest will enjoy exclusive product updates and announcements, invitations to roadshows and launch-related experiences, and access to early-bird notifications, MMM added.

    Mitsubishi Xforce officially announced for Malaysia, bookings open early Feb – B-SUV with 1.5L NA CVT

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    One can check out the Xforce as it embarks on a nationwide ‘roving truck activation’. From January 16-29, the truck will be going around Kuala Lumpur and Selangor, before heading to Penang, Perak and Johor from February 5-15. It will also visit Kuantan and Kelantan before heading back to the Klang Valley from March 1-15. Exact locations and updates will be shared on MMM’s social media.

    At 4,390 mm long and 1,810 mm wide, the Xforce sits between the Honda HR-V and Toyota Corolla Cross in size, and is slightly larger than the recently-launched Perodua Traz and its Toyota Yaris Cross twin. The 2,650 mm wheelbase length beats the HR-V (2,610 mm), Traz (2,620 mm) Proton X50 (2,600 mm).

    The Mitsu is powered by a 1.5-litre naturally-aspirated four-pot with 105 PS and 141 Nm of torque at 4,000 rpm. The 4A91 MIVEC unit is paired to a CVT gearbox. MMC’s patented Active Yaw Control (AYC) adjusts driving force between the two front wheels, and there’s a Wet driving mode to improve cornering and stability when the roads are wet. The Xforce has a five-star ASEAN NCAP rating and a full ADAS pack. More on it here.

    GALLERY: Mitsubishi Xforce at GIIAS 2023

     
  • 2026 Toyota Vellfire Hybrid launched in Malaysia – 250 PS, 5.7 l/100 km, Alphard-level kit, priced at RM550k

    2026 Toyota Vellfire Hybrid launched in Malaysia – 250 PS, 5.7 l/100 km, Alphard-level kit, priced at RM550k

    Nearly two years after it was previewed locally, the Toyota Vellfire Hybrid has finally been launched in Malaysia. The petrol-electric luxury MPV joins its 2.5 litre petrol sibling that was introduced back in 2023.

    Continuing to be fully imported from Japan, the Vellfire Hybrid retails at a cool RM549,900, over RM100,000 more than the pure petrol model (RM448,000). In fact, the car is actually nearly RM2,000 more expensive than the Alphard 2.4 litre turbo. This figure is on-the-road without insurance, inclusive of a five-year, unlimited-mileage warranty and an eight-year (also with unlimited mileage) battery warranty.

    Pricey it may be, but the Hybrid at least packs a punch. Under the short bonnet lies a 2.5 litre A25A-FXS Atkinson-cycle Dynamic Force naturally-aspirated four-cylinder, producing 187 PS at 6,000 rpm and 233 Nm of torque from 4,300 to 4,500 rpm.

    2026 Toyota Vellfire Hybrid launched in Malaysia – 250 PS, 5.7 l/100 km, Alphard-level kit, priced at RM550k

    This is paired with a 182 PS/270 Nm electric motor and an E-CVT setup for a total system output of 250 PS – 70 PS (37%) up on the petrol model. The big benefit, however, is fuel consumption, quoted at 5.7 litres per 100 km (17.5 km per litre) versus 9.1 litres per 100 km (11 km per litre) for the petrol.

    Beyond that, the car is essentially identical to the petrol model on the outside, still with the car’s unique split LED headlights, massive slatted grille, vertical (fake) corner air inlets and full-width LED taillights with U-shaped graphics. The wheels are also the same 19-inch ten-spoke units with a two-tone finish.

    Inside, the Hybrid is set apart through Sunset Brown Nappa leather upholstery (black faux leather on the petrol model) and a head-up display, bringing it up to par with the Alphard in terms of kit. You still, of course, get a 12.3-inch instrument display and a 14-inch infotainment/navigation touchscreen with Lexus-style physical air-con control knobs and wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto. A 15-speaker JBL sound system and a Qi wireless charger continue to be standard equipment.

    The most meaningful change is to the second row, however, with towkays benefitting from the Alphard’s plusher Executive Lounge seats. These include built-in ottomans, separate fold-out tables with vanity mirrors and a smartphone-style control touchscreen, plus an additional massage function to join the standard seat heating and ventilation. Also lifted from the Alphard is a 14-inch ceiling-mounted rear monitor, set in between the two rear skylights with powered sunshades.

    Other bits of standard kit include app-based remote engine start, four-zone auto air con with Panasonic Nanoe X air ionising, eight-way driver (with memory) and four-way passenger power-adjustable front seats with heating and ventilation, a power-adjustable steering column, paddle shifters, a digital rear-view mirror, a 360-degree camera system, a powered tailgate and solar and security window tint.

    As for safety, the Vellfire Hybrid continues to come as standard with the full suite of Toyota Safety Sense driver assists, including autonomous emergency braking, adaptive cruise control with stop and go, lane centring assist, blind spot monitoring, rear cross traffic alert, parking AEB, traffic sign recognition and adaptive high beam. Six airbags and stability control are, of course, fitted.

     
  • PLUS begins ANPR toll fare collection pilot on Hutan Kampung-Sungai Dua stretch of NSE

    PLUS begins ANPR toll fare collection pilot on Hutan Kampung-Sungai Dua stretch of NSE

    PLUS Malaysia has announced the pilot running of the automated number plate recognition (ANPR) open payment tolling system for private vehicles along the Hutan Kampung-Sungai Dua stretch of the North-South Expressway (NSE).

    “Under the initiative, registered users are no longer tied to specific lanes, gaining the flexibility to enter and exit through any toll lane at nine toll plazas: Hutan Kampung, Alor Setar Utara, Alor Setar Selatan, Pendang, Gurun, Sungai Petani Utara, Sungai Petani Selatan, Bertam and Sungai Dua,” read the statement by PLUS.

    To use the PLUS ANPR open tolling system, highway users need to download the PLUS JustGo mobile app (available on Google Play and App Store), register their vehicles, link their preferred payment method, and proceed to drive. Existing methods such as Touch ‘n Go, SmartTag and RFID continue to be available, says PLUS Malaysia.

    PLUS begins ANPR toll fare collection pilot on Hutan Kampung-Sungai Dua stretch of NSE

    No additional devices are required, and no upfront cost is imposed upon users, while additional payment methods such as e-wallets and online banking will be introduced in the coming months, says PLUS Malaysia.

    The JustGo mobile app functions as an open payment digital platform intended to be co-owned by the highway industry, as it works to expand toll payment options in line with the Malaysian government’s aim to provide more flexible payment options, says PLUS Malaysia.

    While the pilot running of the ANPR system on this stretch of the NSE “marks an important milestone towards the future implementation of Multi Lane Fast Flow (MLFF) in Malaysia,” PLUS Malaysia stated that barriers will remain in place as the pilot programme progresses, and users are advised to maintain speeds between 20 km/h and 25 km/h when passing through the toll plazas.

    PLUS Malaysia has been carrying out extensive testing of the ANPR system, it said, and test results indicate faster detection compared to existing tolling systems through wider coverage by the cameras at toll plazas.

     
  • BHPetromart new look and eNak ready-to-eat kiosk launched – coffee and pastries for your pit stop

    BHPetromart new look and eNak ready-to-eat kiosk launched – coffee and pastries for your pit stop

    BHPetrol has launched the new look for its BHPetromart as well as the new eNak ready-to-eat (RTE) brand. The latter is a kiosk in the station’s mart serving coffee, pastries and pre-cooked food, giving customers another option to alas perut when fuelling up their vehicles.

    The launch – officiated by LTAT CEO Mohammad Ashraf Md Radzi and BHPetrol CEO Azizul Azily Ahmad – happened over the weekend at BHPetrol Kg Sungai Kayu Ara (Sprint Highway, just before reaching the NKVE Damansara toll), one of the more prominent BHPetrol locations in the Klang Valley.

    The new design of BHPetromart ‘breathes new life’ and brings a more modern look to the station mart. A strategic cooperation between BHPetrol and Pusat Pembangunan Reka Bentuk Malaysia (DDEC), a subsidiary of MARA, the new look mirrors modern retail ideas, a strong brand identity and improved customer experience. It’s heavy on wood panels, which gives a warm feel.

    Meanwhile, eNak’s RTE offerings are available at BHPetrol’s Klang Valley stations on the Federal Highway, at Taman Melawati and in Kg Baharu Puchong, in addition to Kayu Ara. BHPetrol’s plan is to have over 50 eNak kiosks nationwide in the next five years. For the Kayu Ara station, eNak complements the Dunkin store in the mart as well as the EV charger in the forecourt. There’s also a popular car wash here.

    “We would like to provide service that fulfils customer needs at BHPetrol. With the change of concept and new identity of BHPetromart and the addition of eNak kiosks, BHPetrol is committed to expand our network in Peninsular Malaysia to fulfil the needs of local communities, which would also push the BHPetrol brand as a local brand that’s on par with other big brands,” Azizul said.

    Mart revamp aside, we spotted new black painted lots with an orange chequered flag motif at the pumps. Black provides a huge contrast, so it’s very obvious how one should park his/her car when refuelling – in the box.

    GALLERY: BHPetromart new look + eNak kiosk at BHPetrol Kayu Ara

     
  • Xpeng G6 facelift to get new RWD Standard Range variant in Malaysia – Jan 14 launch; 252 PS, 68.5 kWh

    Xpeng G6 facelift to get new RWD Standard Range variant in Malaysia – Jan 14 launch; 252 PS, 68.5 kWh

    Xpeng Malaysia has teased a new variant of the G6 facelift which will make its debut later this week on January 14, 2026. At present, the electric SUV can be had in three flavours, starting with the RWD Long Range Pro that retails for RM179,708 on-the-road without insurance, followed by the AWD Performance (RM190,708) and AWD Black Edition (RM194,708).

    Given the state of the line-up, the new offering is very likely the RWD Standard Range, which was the base option for the pre-facelift model but was absent when the facelift was introduced last October. A check with Xpeng Malaysia’s website confirms the new variant, which currently has a placeholder (not official) retail price identical to the RWD Long Range Pro – the new variant will likely be cheaper.

    In terms of powertrain specifications, the RWD Standard Range features a rear electric motor rated at 252 PS (248 hp or 185 kW) and 440 Nm of torque. While the base variant’s torque output is identical to the RWD Long Range Pro, the latter has a higher power output of 296 PS (292 hp or 218 kW).

    Also different is the battery capacity, as the RWD Standard Range packs a 68.5-kWh lithium iron phosphate (LFP) unit compared to the 80.8-kWh pack in the other variants. As a result, the 0-100 km/h time and WLTP-rated range will be lower. We can also expect less kit, although we won’t know what has been removed until this Wednesday, so stay tuned.

     
 
 
 

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