The Malaysian Automotive Association (MAA) vehicle sales data for the month of November 2017 saw numbers climb again after a strong October. Last month, sales totalled 49,184 vehicles, a 4.6% or 2,143 unit increase from the 47,041 units shifted in October. Year-to-date (YTD) total industry volume was 521,907 units, 1.3% up from the 515,252 units recorded during the same period in 2016.
Here’s a quick breakdown of how most brands performed last month. Four of the top five players continued to register increased sales – market leader Perodua’s numbers went up by 0.9%, while Honda had a 15.6% increase, the biggest percentage gain of the top five.
Toyota’s sales, meanwhile, were up by 9.1%, and Nissan had a marginal increase, aided by sales of commercial vehicles. The only top five player to lose traction was Proton, with sales sliding by 5.4%.
Other gainers included Isuzu (+15.2%), Volkswagen (+20.1%), Volvo (+29.2%), Lexus (+16.7%) and Porsche (+16.7%), while brands that dipped included Mercedes (-9.5%), Peugeot (-14.8%) and Audi (-67.2%).
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Comments highlight strong Perodua sales, especially the Myvi, with some claiming they are the market leader. Honda is praised for its high sales and market share, while Proton faces criticism for low sales and poor quality. Volvo's sales and ownership distinctions are discussed, and Audi is seen as struggling in Malaysia. Overall, sentiments favor Perodua's dominance and Honda's success, with some off-topic debates about related brands and economic opinions.