Say hello to Vauxhall’s new small SUV called the Mokka. The vehicle is set to make its debut in Geneva, and enter the growing sub-compact B-segment end of the market towards the end of the year.
On call will be a choice of two petrol engines and a diesel, all with Start/Stop eco-tech, and the Mokka will be available in front or all-wheel drive, with six-speed manual or auto transmissions to pick from.
The petrol mills are a 115 PS 1.6 litre naturally-aspirated unit and a 140 PS 1.4 litre turbo, which has 200 Nm of torque. The diesel, meanwhile, is a 130 PS 1.7 CDTI turbo offering 300 Nm of torque. Both the 1.4 Turbo and the 1.7 CDTI can be combined either with six-speed manual or six-speed automatic transmissions.
Design-wise, the Mokka – which will wear 18-inch alloy wheels as standard on most model variants – incorporates Vauxhall’s signature ‘blade’ on the body side, sweeping towards the rear, and looks to be a pretty beefy offering from the photos.
Inside, Vauxhall says there’s lots of versatility and user-friendly functionality on call, with up to 1,372 litres of load space and 19 storage locations to be had. In addition to the generous cargo volume, the SUV will also feature the fully integrated, latest generation Flex-Fix bicycle carrier exclusive to the brand – the carrier is fully integrated in the rear underbody, functioning like a drawer and accommodating up to three bicycles at a time.
Safety equipment includes ESC, traction control, Hill Start Assist and Hill Descent Control, among others. Other kit includes an Advanced Adaptive Forward Lighting (AFL+) bi-Xenon lighting system that includes High Beam Assist (HBA), as well as an optional front camera system which offers Lane Departure Warning (LDW), Forward Collision Alert (FCA) and second generation Traffic Sign Recognition functions as part of its inventory.
Looking to sell your car? Sell it with Carro.
Proton admitted that it’s their mistake to introduce a MPV so late into the market. Now they are also making the same mistake of delaying introducing an affordable SUV.
The last time we had an affordable SUV is the Kembara. The Rush and it’s P2 twin has overpriced themselves.
Thee’s a huge market for a small SUV with a price range of Rm70k – Rm90k, probably 1.8L. What is Proton still waiting for? Another wrong mistake again?
kembara is a fuel-guzzler
There was a fad for small SUV a few years back: Vitara, Kembara, Sportage etc. Maybe it’s no longer “fashionable”. Maybe because an SUV (4WD or not) tend to guzzle more petrol. The ride is harsher. Maintenance is higher (replacing the tyres alone will make you think twice).
Perodua Nautica is (was?) in that price range, albeit on the higher side. I heard it’s not doing very well.
Maybe cross-over will be more suitable — you got the style of an SUV but it’s still a regular car.
:mrgreen:
It’s not wise to bring a Small SUV at RM80k.
unless, it’s going to be a premium small SUV.
if else.
should see::
Toyota Rush, cheaper then C-segment car such as Altis.
Toyota Fortuner, 2500cc, just at the D-segment Camry 2500cc.
Segment, be sold at the same segment price.
if RM80k for a proton, should be a D-segment SUV, or a huge size SUV.
such as, A honda CRV, selling at Accord Price range.
hence, A small SUV from proton, at RM50k range, below C-segment PReve price.
is what something Proton should do, this is the standard selling price from most car brand.
unless, the small SUV, is a luxury premium type..
Dude, like you don’t know that our country most known for it’s outdated trend in any field. new product from oversea only come to our shores 3 to 4 years later. well, for proton, i don’t think they can come up with their SUV segment too soon. firstly because of expertise matter, 2ndly, because they are busy selling their old junk. thirdly, no more renown automobile company from japan interested to sign MoU with them. fourthly, because they are too lazy for their R&D programme knowing that most of malaysian ordinary citizen cannot afford import car and for that will be pushed to buy P1&P2 scrap metal. It is the gov policy over national automobile industry that makes P1&P2 uncompetitive.
Too bad, no Vauxhall in Malaysia. But if there is, do bring along the Astra, Insignia and Corsa! This SUV is just as good looking too.
They should rebadge the Mitsubishi ASX instead of Lancer.
They always late and no able to tap the market demand. Poor R & D to do sale.
u want affordable SUV, u get Chery okay
meh….
Coffee, Tea or Me?? Mokka?? XD