Automotive news in Malaysia
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Loke: M.V.15 inspection fees fixed, centres cannot undercut on price
Transport Minister Anthony Loke said M.V.15 vehicle ownership transfer inspection fees are standardised and set by JPJ, so licensed centres cannot compete on price and must focus on service quality instead. He spoke at the launch of a new M.V.15 inspection centre at CARSOME Academy in Sungai Buloh, the first run by an automotive TVET institution.
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BYD Malaysia launches 69-unit limited edition ATTO 3 Performance at RM149,800
BYD Malaysia has announced a limited run of 69 units of the 2026 ATTO 3 Performance, released in conjunction with the 69th National Day. The variant produces 330 kW and 560 Nm with a 0-100 km/h time of 4 seconds, and is priced at RM149,800 with two ownership package options.
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Perodua QV-E now sold outright with battery, from RM93,999
Perodua has reset the ownership package for its QV-E electric vehicle, letting buyers purchase it outright with the battery included for RM93,999, or RM69,999 with the Battery-as-a-Service lease at RM215 a month. A limited-time RM6,500 rebate runs until Sept 30, cutting those prices to RM87,499 and RM63,499. The review says the car itself, with a 204 PS motor, 370-km range and five-star Asean NCAP rating, was never the weak part of the original deal.
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Perlis driver wins M1 class at MFOS 2026 in Sepang
Azrul Azhar Norbakari from Perlis and co-driver Muhammad Irfan Azman won P1 in the M1 class at the Malaysia Festival of Speed (MFOS) 2026 in Sepang, Selangor. Driving a Proton Satria, they finished fifth overall and secured back-to-back titles.
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Malaysia needs comprehensive EV policy, not just higher taxes: experts
Automotive analysts say Malaysia should learn from Thailand's higher taxes on fully imported EVs but caution that raising taxes alone will not drive meaningful localisation. They stress the need for meaningful local content rules and incentives for local component vendors to reduce the country's automotive trade deficit.
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Government gathers auto industry input for 2027 Budget
The government held a 2027 Budget engagement session in Tanjung Malim, Perak with local and international automotive players. The focus is high-tech manufacturing, EVs and next-generation vehicles, covering incentives, digitalisation, R&D and workforce development.
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2026 Mazda CX-5 launched in Philippines at RM163,000, Malaysia arrival teased
The third-generation 2026 Mazda CX-5 has been launched in the Philippines with a 2.5-litre mild-hybrid powertrain, priced at PHP 2.495 million (about RM163,000). The model was previewed at KLIMS 2026 and is open for booking in Malaysia, with Bermaz indicating an estimated RM170,000 price ahead of a CBU import from Japan.
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Mini Paul Smith Edition debuts on Cooper SE at Leng Kee Road showroom
Mini Asia launched the Mini Paul Smith Edition at its Leng Kee Road showroom in Singapore, with the special edition arriving first on the electric Mini Cooper SE. The car features Nottingham Green accents, Signature Stripe detailing and Paul Smith motifs inside and out, with more models to follow.
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GWM Malaysia renews Malayan Xpedition partnership, subsidised entry for Tank owners
GWM Malaysia has renewed its partnership with Malayan Xpedition for 2026 through a Memorandum of Understanding signed at PARC Subang on August 19. Eligible GWM Tank 300 and Tank 500 owners will receive subsidised participation fees to join the off-road expedition. GWM also highlighted two modified Tank 300 Diesels completing all six legs of the Asia Cross Country Rally 2026 in Thailand.
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BYD Atto 3 Performance launched with 69 Merdeka units
BYD Sime Motors has unveiled the 2026 BYD Atto 3 Performance, a limited-edition electric SUV with only 69 units allocated for Malaysia in conjunction with the country's 69th Merdeka. The variant produces 330kW and 560Nm through an all-wheel-drive system, with a 74.88kWh Blade Battery and a claimed 530km NEDC range, priced at RM149,800. It is available for viewing and booking at authorised showrooms from today, with a customer experience event from Sept 11-13.
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BMW Malaysia adds 50 more 218 Gran Coupe M Sport units at RM192,800
BMW Malaysia has opened a second allocation of 50 units of the locally assembled BMW 218 Gran Coupe M Sport after strong demand, bringing the total to 100 units. The car is priced at RM192,800 on-the-road without insurance, or RM204,800 with the four-year BMW Service & Repair Inclusive package. It is powered by a 1.5-litre turbocharged three-cylinder engine producing 156hp and 230Nm.
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CHERY Borneo Drive 2.0 takes TIGGO PHEV across Sabah
CHERY Borneo Drive 2.0 saw TIGGO PHEV models travel over 734 km from Kota Kinabalu to Tawau over three days from 29 to 31 July 2026. The journey through Kundasang, Sandakan and Lahad Datu highlighted the plug-in hybrid technology's capabilities in various road conditions. Participants also visited the Sepilok Orang Utan Rehabilitation Centre and attended technology talks in several towns.
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Range Rover Electric unveiled with 550PS and 599km WLTP range
Range Rover has revealed its first fully electric model, a dual-motor SUV producing up to 550PS and 850Nm with a 118.5kWh battery and 800-volt architecture. The company quotes a WLTP range of about 599km and 10-80% DC charging in roughly 22 minutes at up to 350kW. Off-road ability is retained, including 900mm wading depth, with SE, HSE, Autobiography and selected SV variants offered in short- and long-wheelbase form.
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Suunto Run 2 smartwatch gets SIRIM approval, signals Malaysian release
Suunto has launched the Run 2 running smartwatch, which has received SIRIM approval in Malaysia, suggesting an imminent local release. The watch features a brighter AMOLED display, improved heart rate sensor, and offline maps. US pricing starts at US$349.
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MINI Malaysia unveils limited-run Cooper S Oxford Edition, priced from RM289,888
MINI Malaysia has launched the limited-run MINI Cooper S Oxford Edition, with only six units available nationwide. The special edition celebrates 25 years of modern MINI production at Plant Oxford and features British-themed design elements. Pricing starts at RM289,888 on the road without insurance.
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GWM Malaysia to locally assemble Ora 5 HEV and Haval H7 PHEV, exports Wey G9 to Thailand
GWM Malaysia announced at GATE 2026 that the Ora 5 HEV and Haval H7 PHEV will be locally assembled (CKD) in Malaysia. The locally assembled Wey G9 is already being exported from Malaysia to Thailand, positioning Malaysia as a key part of GWM's Asean manufacturing network. The Ora 5 HEV is expected to launch in the second half of 2026, while the Haval H7 PHEV is expected in early 2027.
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Mitsubishi Triton Single Cab AT launched in Malaysia, priced from RM107,980
Mitsubishi Motors Malaysia has launched the Triton Single Cab Automatic Transmission (AT) variant in Malaysia. Priced at RM107,980 on-the-road without insurance for private registration in Peninsular Malaysia, it is RM3,000 more than the manual version. The new variant makes its public debut at MAHA 2026 in Serdang.
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Honda Malaysia updates WR-V line-up, drops entry S variant, prices from RM94,900
Honda Malaysia has launched the updated 2026 WR-V, streamlining the range from four variants to three by dropping the entry-level S. The E, V and RS variants are now priced from RM94,900, with the E and V RM1,000 cheaper and the RS RM3,000 cheaper than their 2023 launch prices. The update brings styling tweaks and extra equipment, while over 24,000 WR-Vs have been registered in Malaysia since 2023.
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BYD raises overseas sales target to 2.5 million vehicles by 2027
Chinese automaker BYD has set a new target of selling over 2.5 million vehicles overseas by 2027, according to a Deutsche Bank research note. The company has also raised its 2026 overseas sales target to between 1.9 million and 2 million vehicles. This expansion includes ramping up production at its plants in Indonesia, Brazil, and Hungary.
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Volvo EX90 CKD launched in Malaysia, priced from RM428,888
Volvo Car Malaysia has launched the locally assembled (CKD) Volvo EX90 at its Shah Alam plant. The seven-seater electric SUV starts at RM428,888 and comes with a RM25,000 cash rebate for the first 100 customers.
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Honda Malaysia opens bookings for 2026 City facelift with RM3,000 early bird offer
Honda Malaysia has opened bookings for the 2026 Honda City facelift. The updated sedan features a redesigned front end, a new 10-inch display audio system, and a 360-degree camera for the RS variant. Customers booking between August 27 and September 30 will receive an RM3,000 early bird reward, with final pricing to be announced later.
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Hyundai confirms Santa Fe EREV for 2027, plans over 100 global launches by 2030
Hyundai Motor Company has confirmed the Santa Fe will be its first extended-range electric vehicle, launching in the first half of 2027. The company announced plans to launch or refresh more than 100 vehicles globally by 2030, including new models for India and Europe, as part of its broader electrification strategy.
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Audi fast-tracks US$700,000 Nuvolari hybrid supercar to production
Audi has developed its new US$700,000 Nuvolari hybrid supercar in just 405 days, a process that typically takes much longer. The car, which features a V-8 engine and three electric motors, is part of a strategy to meet growing demand for high-performance hybrids over fully electric vehicles. Audi's CEO says the company prioritized the Nuvolari over an EV slated for 2028 delivery.