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2024 Mercedes-AMG GT63S E Performance – C192 PHEV with 816 PS, 1,420 Nm, 0-100 km/h in 2.8 secs
At the recent Chinese Grand Prix – where the Mercedes-AMG Petronas team finished a distant sixth and ninth – Mercedes-AMG showcased the top-dog version of its second-generation GT sports car. The C192 Mercedes-AMG GT63S E Performance, to give it its full (and very long) name, is not to be mistaken for the identically-titled four-door but nevertheless gets the same high-performance plug-in hybrid powertrain.
Just like in the “regular” GT63, you get Affalterbach’s venerable 4.0 litre twin-turbocharged V8, here pushing 612 PS from 5,750 to 6,500 rpm and 850 Nm of torque between 2,500 and 4,500 rpm. That’s 97 PS and 50 Nm more than the GT63 but, crucially, 27 PS and 50 Nm down on the four-door version.
That’s significant, because when you pair that with the same 204 PS/320 Nm P3 electric motor at the rear – plus a 14 PS belt-driven starter-generator (BSG) at the front – you get just 816 Nm, while maximum torque ranges from 1,080 to 1,420 Nm. Still, this thing is not slow – thanks to what must surely be the lower weight of the two-door body, this car blitzes from zero to 100 km/h in just 2.8 seconds, a tenth of a second quicker than the four-door. The top speed is also quite a bit higher at 320 km/h.
All this performance is underpinned by a Formula 1-inspired energy store – a 6.1 kWh lithium-ion battery that uses liquid cooling for each of its 560 cells. Because of the low capacity and the fact Mercedes-AMG chose to focus on fast power delivery rather than range, its all-electric range is just 13 km. Still, the company claims an impressively low fuel consumption figure of 8.2 litres per 100 km, although as always with a PHEV, you should take that with a pinch of salt.
This blockbuster powertrain is mated to an AMG Speedshift MCT 9G nine-speed multi-clutch automatic gearbox, a two-speed gearbox for the electric motor, the AMG Performance 4Matic+ all-wheel-drive system and a mechanical limited-slip rear differential. There are four levels of regenerative braking, with the highest feeding up to 100 kW back to the battery. A portion of the electric power is reserved so that maximum power can always be accessed.
Also fitted is AMG Active Ride Control roll stabilisation, which uses cross-linked hydraulic dampers instead of anti-roll bars, just like a McLaren. Other standard features include rear-wheel steering, carbon ceramic brakes and an inflatable front air dam that activates above 80 km/h. The active rear spoiler operation has also been tweaked to suit the increased performance and now raises in five stages above 80 km/h.
Despite being able to complete the century sprint nearly half a second quicker, the E Performance looks barely any different from the pure petrol GT63 on the outside. It retains the same long nose, short tail, massive Panamericana grille, vertical headlights, flush pop-out door handles, triple taillights and sizeable rear diffuser with quad tailpipes.
In fact, the only way you can tell the PHEV apart – aside from the subtle E Performance badge on the side – is the rather unsightly rear charging port flap on the bumper that opens to reveal a Type 2 port. You can only charge the car via AC power at up to 3.7 kW, but considering the small battery, that’s not such a problem. As standard, you get 20-inch ten-spoke AMG alloy wheels painted in Tantalum Grey.
Step inside and the E Performance again looks identical to the petrol model, replete with turbine-style air vents, an 11.9-inch portrait infotainment touchscreen, optional AMG Performance sports seats and two rear seats – a new feature on the C192 model. The Mercedes-Benz User Experience (MBUX) receives unique hybrid-specific displays and functions, including a screen showing the power flow.
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- 2024/ Mercedes-AMG GT 63 S E PERFORMANCE (Energieverbrauch gewichtet kombiniert: 12,6 kWh/ 100 km plus 8,2 l/100 km | Kraftstoffverbrauch kombiniert bei entladener Batterie: 12,3 l/100 km | CO2-Emissionen gewichtet kombiniert: 188 g/km | CO₂-Klasse gewichtet kombiniert: G | CO₂-Klasse bei entladener Batterie: G) / Exterieur MANUFAKTUR kupferorange magno / AMG Night Paket II / AMG Performance Sitze / Interieur MANUFAKTUR Zierelemente kupferorange magno;Energieverbrauch gewichtet kombiniert: 12,6 kWh/ 100 km plus 8,2 l/100 km | Kraftstoffverbrauch kombiniert bei entladener Batterie: 12,3 l/100 km | CO2-Emissionen gewichtet kombiniert: 188 g/km | CO₂-Klasse gewichtet kombiniert: G | CO₂-Klasse bei entladener Batterie: G) 2024 / Mercedes-AMG GT 63 S E PERFORMANCE (energy consumption weighted, combined: 12,6 kWh/100 km plus 8.2 l/100 km | fuel consumption combined discharged battery: 12.3 l/100 km | CO₂ emissions weighted, combined: 188 g/km | CO₂ class weighted, combined: G | CO₂ class discharged battery: G) / exterieur MANUFAKTUR copper orange magno / AMG Night Package II / AMG Performance seats / interieur MANUFAKTUR elements copper orange magno;Energy consumption weighted, combined: 12,6 kWh/100 km plus 8.2 l/100 km | fuel consumption combined discharged battery: 12.3 l/100 km | CO₂ emissions weighted, combined: 188 g/km | CO₂ class weighted, combined: G | CO₂ class discharged battery: G
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- 2024/ Mercedes-AMG GT 63 S E PERFORMANCE (Energieverbrauch gewichtet kombiniert: 12,6 kWh/ 100 km plus 8,2 l/100 km | Kraftstoffverbrauch kombiniert bei entladener Batterie: 12,3 l/100 km | CO2-Emissionen gewichtet kombiniert: 188 g/km | CO₂-Klasse gewichtet kombiniert: G | CO₂-Klasse bei entladener Batterie: G) / Exterieur MANUFAKTUR kupferorange magno / AMG Night Paket II / AMG Performance Sitze / Interieur MANUFAKTUR Zierelemente kupferorange magno;Energieverbrauch gewichtet kombiniert: 12,6 kWh/ 100 km plus 8,2 l/100 km | Kraftstoffverbrauch kombiniert bei entladener Batterie: 12,3 l/100 km | CO2-Emissionen gewichtet kombiniert: 188 g/km | CO₂-Klasse gewichtet kombiniert: G | CO₂-Klasse bei entladener Batterie: G) 2024 / Mercedes-AMG GT 63 S E PERFORMANCE (energy consumption weighted, combined: 12,6 kWh/100 km plus 8.2 l/100 km | fuel consumption combined discharged battery: 12.3 l/100 km | CO₂ emissions weighted, combined: 188 g/km | CO₂ class weighted, combined: G | CO₂ class discharged battery: G) / exterieur MANUFAKTUR copper orange magno / AMG Night Package II / AMG Performance seats / interieur MANUFAKTUR elements copper orange magno;Energy consumption weighted, combined: 12,6 kWh/100 km plus 8.2 l/100 km | fuel consumption combined discharged battery: 12.3 l/100 km | CO₂ emissions weighted, combined: 188 g/km | CO₂ class weighted, combined: G | CO₂ class discharged battery: G
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- 2024/ Mercedes-AMG GT 63 S E PERFORMANCE (Energieverbrauch gewichtet kombiniert: 12,6 kWh/ 100 km plus 8,2 l/100 km | Kraftstoffverbrauch kombiniert bei entladener Batterie: 12,3 l/100 km | CO2-Emissionen gewichtet kombiniert: 188 g/km | CO₂-Klasse gewichtet kombiniert: G | CO₂-Klasse bei entladener Batterie: G) / Exterieur MANUFAKTUR kupferorange magno / AMG Night Paket II / AMG Performance Sitze / Interieur MANUFAKTUR Zierelemente kupferorange magno;Energieverbrauch gewichtet kombiniert: 12,6 kWh/ 100 km plus 8,2 l/100 km | Kraftstoffverbrauch kombiniert bei entladener Batterie: 12,3 l/100 km | CO2-Emissionen gewichtet kombiniert: 188 g/km | CO₂-Klasse gewichtet kombiniert: G | CO₂-Klasse bei entladener Batterie: G) 2024 / Mercedes-AMG GT 63 S E PERFORMANCE (energy consumption weighted, combined: 12,6 kWh/100 km plus 8.2 l/100 km | fuel consumption combined discharged battery: 12.3 l/100 km | CO₂ emissions weighted, combined: 188 g/km | CO₂ class weighted, combined: G | CO₂ class discharged battery: G) / exterieur MANUFAKTUR copper orange magno / AMG Night Package II / AMG Performance seats / interieur MANUFAKTUR elements copper orange magno;Energy consumption weighted, combined: 12,6 kWh/100 km plus 8.2 l/100 km | fuel consumption combined discharged battery: 12.3 l/100 km | CO₂ emissions weighted, combined: 188 g/km | CO₂ class weighted, combined: G | CO₂ class discharged battery: G
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- 2024/ Mercedes-AMG GT 63 S E PERFORMANCE (Energieverbrauch gewichtet kombiniert: 12,6 kWh/ 100 km plus 8,2 l/100 km | Kraftstoffverbrauch kombiniert bei entladener Batterie: 12,3 l/100 km | CO2-Emissionen gewichtet kombiniert: 188 g/km | CO₂-Klasse gewichtet kombiniert: G | CO₂-Klasse bei entladener Batterie: G) / Exterieur MANUFAKTUR kupferorange magno / AMG Night Paket II / AMG Performance Sitze / Interieur MANUFAKTUR Zierelemente kupferorange magno;Energieverbrauch gewichtet kombiniert: 12,6 kWh/ 100 km plus 8,2 l/100 km | Kraftstoffverbrauch kombiniert bei entladener Batterie: 12,3 l/100 km | CO2-Emissionen gewichtet kombiniert: 188 g/km | CO₂-Klasse gewichtet kombiniert: G | CO₂-Klasse bei entladener Batterie: G) 2024 / Mercedes-AMG GT 63 S E PERFORMANCE (energy consumption weighted, combined: 12,6 kWh/100 km plus 8.2 l/100 km | fuel consumption combined discharged battery: 12.3 l/100 km | CO₂ emissions weighted, combined: 188 g/km | CO₂ class weighted, combined: G | CO₂ class discharged battery: G) / exterieur MANUFAKTUR copper orange magno / AMG Night Package II / AMG Performance seats / interieur MANUFAKTUR elements copper orange magno;Energy consumption weighted, combined: 12,6 kWh/100 km plus 8.2 l/100 km | fuel consumption combined discharged battery: 12.3 l/100 km | CO₂ emissions weighted, combined: 188 g/km | CO₂ class weighted, combined: G | CO₂ class discharged battery: G
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- 2024/ Mercedes-AMG GT 63 S E PERFORMANCE (Energieverbrauch gewichtet kombiniert: 12,6 kWh/ 100 km plus 8,2 l/100 km | Kraftstoffverbrauch kombiniert bei entladener Batterie: 12,3 l/100 km | CO2-Emissionen gewichtet kombiniert: 188 g/km | CO₂-Klasse gewichtet kombiniert: G | CO₂-Klasse bei entladener Batterie: G) / Exterieur MANUFAKTUR kupferorange magno / AMG Night Paket II / AMG Performance Sitze / Interieur MANUFAKTUR Zierelemente kupferorange magno;Energieverbrauch gewichtet kombiniert: 12,6 kWh/ 100 km plus 8,2 l/100 km | Kraftstoffverbrauch kombiniert bei entladener Batterie: 12,3 l/100 km | CO2-Emissionen gewichtet kombiniert: 188 g/km | CO₂-Klasse gewichtet kombiniert: G | CO₂-Klasse bei entladener Batterie: G) 2024 / Mercedes-AMG GT 63 S E PERFORMANCE (energy consumption weighted, combined: 12,6 kWh/100 km plus 8.2 l/100 km | fuel consumption combined discharged battery: 12.3 l/100 km | CO₂ emissions weighted, combined: 188 g/km | CO₂ class weighted, combined: G | CO₂ class discharged battery: G) / exterieur MANUFAKTUR copper orange magno / AMG Night Package II / AMG Performance seats / interieur MANUFAKTUR elements copper orange magno;Energy consumption weighted, combined: 12,6 kWh/100 km plus 8.2 l/100 km | fuel consumption combined discharged battery: 12.3 l/100 km | CO₂ emissions weighted, combined: 188 g/km | CO₂ class weighted, combined: G | CO₂ class discharged battery: G
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- 2024/ Mercedes-AMG GT 63 S E PERFORMANCE (Energieverbrauch gewichtet kombiniert: 12,6 kWh/ 100 km plus 8,2 l/100 km | Kraftstoffverbrauch kombiniert bei entladener Batterie: 12,3 l/100 km | CO2-Emissionen gewichtet kombiniert: 188 g/km | CO₂-Klasse gewichtet kombiniert: G | CO₂-Klasse bei entladener Batterie: G) / Exterieur MANUFAKTUR kupferorange magno / AMG Night Paket II / AMG Performance Sitze / Interieur MANUFAKTUR Zierelemente kupferorange magno;Energieverbrauch gewichtet kombiniert: 12,6 kWh/ 100 km plus 8,2 l/100 km | Kraftstoffverbrauch kombiniert bei entladener Batterie: 12,3 l/100 km | CO2-Emissionen gewichtet kombiniert: 188 g/km | CO₂-Klasse gewichtet kombiniert: G | CO₂-Klasse bei entladener Batterie: G) 2024 / Mercedes-AMG GT 63 S E PERFORMANCE (energy consumption weighted, combined: 12,6 kWh/100 km plus 8.2 l/100 km | fuel consumption combined discharged battery: 12.3 l/100 km | CO₂ emissions weighted, combined: 188 g/km | CO₂ class weighted, combined: G | CO₂ class discharged battery: G) / exterieur MANUFAKTUR copper orange magno / AMG Night Package II / AMG Performance seats / interieur MANUFAKTUR elements copper orange magno;Energy consumption weighted, combined: 12,6 kWh/100 km plus 8.2 l/100 km | fuel consumption combined discharged battery: 12.3 l/100 km | CO₂ emissions weighted, combined: 188 g/km | CO₂ class weighted, combined: G | CO₂ class discharged battery: G
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- 2024/ Mercedes-AMG GT 63 S E PERFORMANCE (Energieverbrauch gewichtet kombiniert: 12,6 kWh/ 100 km plus 8,2 l/100 km | Kraftstoffverbrauch kombiniert bei entladener Batterie: 12,3 l/100 km | CO2-Emissionen gewichtet kombiniert: 188 g/km | CO₂-Klasse gewichtet kombiniert: G | CO₂-Klasse bei entladener Batterie: G) / Exterieur MANUFAKTUR kupferorange magno / AMG Night Paket II / AMG Performance Sitze / Interieur MANUFAKTUR Zierelemente kupferorange magno;Energieverbrauch gewichtet kombiniert: 12,6 kWh/ 100 km plus 8,2 l/100 km | Kraftstoffverbrauch kombiniert bei entladener Batterie: 12,3 l/100 km | CO2-Emissionen gewichtet kombiniert: 188 g/km | CO₂-Klasse gewichtet kombiniert: G | CO₂-Klasse bei entladener Batterie: G) 2024 / Mercedes-AMG GT 63 S E PERFORMANCE (energy consumption weighted, combined: 12,6 kWh/100 km plus 8.2 l/100 km | fuel consumption combined discharged battery: 12.3 l/100 km | CO₂ emissions weighted, combined: 188 g/km | CO₂ class weighted, combined: G | CO₂ class discharged battery: G) / exterieur MANUFAKTUR copper orange magno / AMG Night Package II / AMG Performance seats / interieur MANUFAKTUR elements copper orange magno;Energy consumption weighted, combined: 12,6 kWh/100 km plus 8.2 l/100 km | fuel consumption combined discharged battery: 12.3 l/100 km | CO₂ emissions weighted, combined: 188 g/km | CO₂ class weighted, combined: G | CO₂ class discharged battery: G
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- 2024/ Mercedes-AMG GT 63 S E PERFORMANCE (Energieverbrauch gewichtet kombiniert: 12,6 kWh/ 100 km plus 8,2 l/100 km | Kraftstoffverbrauch kombiniert bei entladener Batterie: 12,3 l/100 km | CO2-Emissionen gewichtet kombiniert: 188 g/km | CO₂-Klasse gewichtet kombiniert: G | CO₂-Klasse bei entladener Batterie: G) / Exterieur MANUFAKTUR kupferorange magno / AMG Night Paket II / AMG Performance Sitze / Interieur MANUFAKTUR Zierelemente kupferorange magno;Energieverbrauch gewichtet kombiniert: 12,6 kWh/ 100 km plus 8,2 l/100 km | Kraftstoffverbrauch kombiniert bei entladener Batterie: 12,3 l/100 km | CO2-Emissionen gewichtet kombiniert: 188 g/km | CO₂-Klasse gewichtet kombiniert: G | CO₂-Klasse bei entladener Batterie: G) 2024 / Mercedes-AMG GT 63 S E PERFORMANCE (energy consumption weighted, combined: 12,6 kWh/100 km plus 8.2 l/100 km | fuel consumption combined discharged battery: 12.3 l/100 km | CO₂ emissions weighted, combined: 188 g/km | CO₂ class weighted, combined: G | CO₂ class discharged battery: G) / exterieur MANUFAKTUR copper orange magno / AMG Night Package II / AMG Performance seats / interieur MANUFAKTUR elements copper orange magno;Energy consumption weighted, combined: 12,6 kWh/100 km plus 8.2 l/100 km | fuel consumption combined discharged battery: 12.3 l/100 km | CO₂ emissions weighted, combined: 188 g/km | CO₂ class weighted, combined: G | CO₂ class discharged battery: G
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- 2024/ Mercedes-AMG GT 63 S E PERFORMANCE (Energieverbrauch gewichtet kombiniert: 12,6 kWh/ 100 km plus 8,2 l/100 km | Kraftstoffverbrauch kombiniert bei entladener Batterie: 12,3 l/100 km | CO2-Emissionen gewichtet kombiniert: 188 g/km | CO₂-Klasse gewichtet kombiniert: G | CO₂-Klasse bei entladener Batterie: G) / Exterieur MANUFAKTUR kupferorange magno / AMG Night Paket II / AMG Performance Sitze / Interieur MANUFAKTUR Zierelemente kupferorange magno;Energieverbrauch gewichtet kombiniert: 12,6 kWh/ 100 km plus 8,2 l/100 km | Kraftstoffverbrauch kombiniert bei entladener Batterie: 12,3 l/100 km | CO2-Emissionen gewichtet kombiniert: 188 g/km | CO₂-Klasse gewichtet kombiniert: G | CO₂-Klasse bei entladener Batterie: G) 2024 / Mercedes-AMG GT 63 S E PERFORMANCE (energy consumption weighted, combined: 12,6 kWh/100 km plus 8.2 l/100 km | fuel consumption combined discharged battery: 12.3 l/100 km | CO₂ emissions weighted, combined: 188 g/km | CO₂ class weighted, combined: G | CO₂ class discharged battery: G) / exterieur MANUFAKTUR copper orange magno / AMG Night Package II / AMG Performance seats / interieur MANUFAKTUR elements copper orange magno;Energy consumption weighted, combined: 12,6 kWh/100 km plus 8.2 l/100 km | fuel consumption combined discharged battery: 12.3 l/100 km | CO₂ emissions weighted, combined: 188 g/km | CO₂ class weighted, combined: G | CO₂ class discharged battery: G
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- 2024/ Mercedes-AMG GT 63 S E PERFORMANCE (Energieverbrauch gewichtet kombiniert: 12,6 kWh/ 100 km plus 8,2 l/100 km | Kraftstoffverbrauch kombiniert bei entladener Batterie: 12,3 l/100 km | CO2-Emissionen gewichtet kombiniert: 188 g/km | CO₂-Klasse gewichtet kombiniert: G | CO₂-Klasse bei entladener Batterie: G) / Exterieur MANUFAKTUR kupferorange magno / AMG Night Paket II / AMG Performance Sitze / Interieur MANUFAKTUR Zierelemente kupferorange magno;Energieverbrauch gewichtet kombiniert: 12,6 kWh/ 100 km plus 8,2 l/100 km | Kraftstoffverbrauch kombiniert bei entladener Batterie: 12,3 l/100 km | CO2-Emissionen gewichtet kombiniert: 188 g/km | CO₂-Klasse gewichtet kombiniert: G | CO₂-Klasse bei entladener Batterie: G) 2024 / Mercedes-AMG GT 63 S E PERFORMANCE (energy consumption weighted, combined: 12,6 kWh/100 km plus 8.2 l/100 km | fuel consumption combined discharged battery: 12.3 l/100 km | CO₂ emissions weighted, combined: 188 g/km | CO₂ class weighted, combined: G | CO₂ class discharged battery: G) / exterieur MANUFAKTUR copper orange magno / AMG Night Package II / AMG Performance seats / interieur MANUFAKTUR elements copper orange magno;Energy consumption weighted, combined: 12,6 kWh/100 km plus 8.2 l/100 km | fuel consumption combined discharged battery: 12.3 l/100 km | CO₂ emissions weighted, combined: 188 g/km | CO₂ class weighted, combined: G | CO₂ class discharged battery: G
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- 2024/ Mercedes-AMG GT 63 S E PERFORMANCE (Energieverbrauch gewichtet kombiniert: 12,6 kWh/ 100 km plus 8,2 l/100 km | Kraftstoffverbrauch kombiniert bei entladener Batterie: 12,3 l/100 km | CO2-Emissionen gewichtet kombiniert: 188 g/km | CO₂-Klasse gewichtet kombiniert: G | CO₂-Klasse bei entladener Batterie: G) / Exterieur MANUFAKTUR kupferorange magno / AMG Night Paket II / AMG Performance Sitze / Interieur MANUFAKTUR Zierelemente kupferorange magno;Energieverbrauch gewichtet kombiniert: 12,6 kWh/ 100 km plus 8,2 l/100 km | Kraftstoffverbrauch kombiniert bei entladener Batterie: 12,3 l/100 km | CO2-Emissionen gewichtet kombiniert: 188 g/km | CO₂-Klasse gewichtet kombiniert: G | CO₂-Klasse bei entladener Batterie: G) 2024 / Mercedes-AMG GT 63 S E PERFORMANCE (energy consumption weighted, combined: 12,6 kWh/100 km plus 8.2 l/100 km | fuel consumption combined discharged battery: 12.3 l/100 km | CO₂ emissions weighted, combined: 188 g/km | CO₂ class weighted, combined: G | CO₂ class discharged battery: G) / exterieur MANUFAKTUR copper orange magno / AMG Night Package II / AMG Performance seats / interieur MANUFAKTUR elements copper orange magno;Energy consumption weighted, combined: 12,6 kWh/100 km plus 8.2 l/100 km | fuel consumption combined discharged battery: 12.3 l/100 km | CO₂ emissions weighted, combined: 188 g/km | CO₂ class weighted, combined: G | CO₂ class discharged battery: G
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- 2024/ Mercedes-AMG GT 63 S E PERFORMANCE (Energieverbrauch gewichtet kombiniert: 12,6 kWh/ 100 km plus 8,2 l/100 km | Kraftstoffverbrauch kombiniert bei entladener Batterie: 12,3 l/100 km | CO2-Emissionen gewichtet kombiniert: 188 g/km | CO₂-Klasse gewichtet kombiniert: G | CO₂-Klasse bei entladener Batterie: G) / Exterieur MANUFAKTUR kupferorange magno / AMG Night Paket II / AMG Performance Sitze / Interieur MANUFAKTUR Zierelemente kupferorange magno;Energieverbrauch gewichtet kombiniert: 12,6 kWh/ 100 km plus 8,2 l/100 km | Kraftstoffverbrauch kombiniert bei entladener Batterie: 12,3 l/100 km | CO2-Emissionen gewichtet kombiniert: 188 g/km | CO₂-Klasse gewichtet kombiniert: G | CO₂-Klasse bei entladener Batterie: G) 2024 / Mercedes-AMG GT 63 S E PERFORMANCE (energy consumption weighted, combined: 12,6 kWh/100 km plus 8.2 l/100 km | fuel consumption combined discharged battery: 12.3 l/100 km | CO₂ emissions weighted, combined: 188 g/km | CO₂ class weighted, combined: G | CO₂ class discharged battery: G) / exterieur MANUFAKTUR copper orange magno / AMG Night Package II / AMG Performance seats / interieur MANUFAKTUR elements copper orange magno;Energy consumption weighted, combined: 12,6 kWh/100 km plus 8.2 l/100 km | fuel consumption combined discharged battery: 12.3 l/100 km | CO₂ emissions weighted, combined: 188 g/km | CO₂ class weighted, combined: G | CO₂ class discharged battery: G
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- 2024/ Mercedes-AMG GT 63 S E PERFORMANCE (Energieverbrauch gewichtet kombiniert: 12,6 kWh/ 100 km plus 8,2 l/100 km | Kraftstoffverbrauch kombiniert bei entladener Batterie: 12,3 l/100 km | CO2-Emissionen gewichtet kombiniert: 188 g/km | CO₂-Klasse gewichtet kombiniert: G | CO₂-Klasse bei entladener Batterie: G) / Exterieur MANUFAKTUR kupferorange magno / AMG Night Paket II / AMG Performance Sitze / Interieur MANUFAKTUR Zierelemente kupferorange magno;Energieverbrauch gewichtet kombiniert: 12,6 kWh/ 100 km plus 8,2 l/100 km | Kraftstoffverbrauch kombiniert bei entladener Batterie: 12,3 l/100 km | CO2-Emissionen gewichtet kombiniert: 188 g/km | CO₂-Klasse gewichtet kombiniert: G | CO₂-Klasse bei entladener Batterie: G) 2024 / Mercedes-AMG GT 63 S E PERFORMANCE (energy consumption weighted, combined: 12,6 kWh/100 km plus 8.2 l/100 km | fuel consumption combined discharged battery: 12.3 l/100 km | CO₂ emissions weighted, combined: 188 g/km | CO₂ class weighted, combined: G | CO₂ class discharged battery: G) / exterieur MANUFAKTUR copper orange magno / AMG Night Package II / AMG Performance seats / interieur MANUFAKTUR elements copper orange magno;Energy consumption weighted, combined: 12,6 kWh/100 km plus 8.2 l/100 km | fuel consumption combined discharged battery: 12.3 l/100 km | CO₂ emissions weighted, combined: 188 g/km | CO₂ class weighted, combined: G | CO₂ class discharged battery: G
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- 2024/ Mercedes-AMG GT 63 S E PERFORMANCE (Energieverbrauch gewichtet kombiniert: 12,6 kWh/ 100 km plus 8,2 l/100 km | Kraftstoffverbrauch kombiniert bei entladener Batterie: 12,3 l/100 km | CO2-Emissionen gewichtet kombiniert: 188 g/km | CO₂-Klasse gewichtet kombiniert: G | CO₂-Klasse bei entladener Batterie: G) / Exterieur MANUFAKTUR kupferorange magno / AMG Night Paket II / AMG Performance Sitze / Interieur MANUFAKTUR Zierelemente kupferorange magno;Energieverbrauch gewichtet kombiniert: 12,6 kWh/ 100 km plus 8,2 l/100 km | Kraftstoffverbrauch kombiniert bei entladener Batterie: 12,3 l/100 km | CO2-Emissionen gewichtet kombiniert: 188 g/km | CO₂-Klasse gewichtet kombiniert: G | CO₂-Klasse bei entladener Batterie: G) 2024 / Mercedes-AMG GT 63 S E PERFORMANCE (energy consumption weighted, combined: 12,6 kWh/100 km plus 8.2 l/100 km | fuel consumption combined discharged battery: 12.3 l/100 km | CO₂ emissions weighted, combined: 188 g/km | CO₂ class weighted, combined: G | CO₂ class discharged battery: G) / exterieur MANUFAKTUR copper orange magno / AMG Night Package II / AMG Performance seats / interieur MANUFAKTUR elements copper orange magno;Energy consumption weighted, combined: 12,6 kWh/100 km plus 8.2 l/100 km | fuel consumption combined discharged battery: 12.3 l/100 km | CO₂ emissions weighted, combined: 188 g/km | CO₂ class weighted, combined: G | CO₂ class discharged battery: G
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- 2024/ Mercedes-AMG GT 63 S E PERFORMANCE (Energieverbrauch gewichtet kombiniert: 12,6 kWh/ 100 km plus 8,2 l/100 km | Kraftstoffverbrauch kombiniert bei entladener Batterie: 12,3 l/100 km | CO2-Emissionen gewichtet kombiniert: 188 g/km | CO₂-Klasse gewichtet kombiniert: G | CO₂-Klasse bei entladener Batterie: G) / Exterieur MANUFAKTUR kupferorange magno / AMG Night Paket II / AMG Performance Sitze / Interieur MANUFAKTUR Zierelemente kupferorange magno;Energieverbrauch gewichtet kombiniert: 12,6 kWh/ 100 km plus 8,2 l/100 km | Kraftstoffverbrauch kombiniert bei entladener Batterie: 12,3 l/100 km | CO2-Emissionen gewichtet kombiniert: 188 g/km | CO₂-Klasse gewichtet kombiniert: G | CO₂-Klasse bei entladener Batterie: G) 2024 / Mercedes-AMG GT 63 S E PERFORMANCE (energy consumption weighted, combined: 12,6 kWh/100 km plus 8.2 l/100 km | fuel consumption combined discharged battery: 12.3 l/100 km | CO₂ emissions weighted, combined: 188 g/km | CO₂ class weighted, combined: G | CO₂ class discharged battery: G) / exterieur MANUFAKTUR copper orange magno / AMG Night Package II / AMG Performance seats / interieur MANUFAKTUR elements copper orange magno;Energy consumption weighted, combined: 12,6 kWh/100 km plus 8.2 l/100 km | fuel consumption combined discharged battery: 12.3 l/100 km | CO₂ emissions weighted, combined: 188 g/km | CO₂ class weighted, combined: G | CO₂ class discharged battery: G
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- 2024/ Mercedes-AMG GT 63 S E PERFORMANCE (Energieverbrauch gewichtet kombiniert: 12,6 kWh/ 100 km plus 8,2 l/100 km | Kraftstoffverbrauch kombiniert bei entladener Batterie: 12,3 l/100 km | CO2-Emissionen gewichtet kombiniert: 188 g/km | CO₂-Klasse gewichtet kombiniert: G | CO₂-Klasse bei entladener Batterie: G) / Exterieur MANUFAKTUR kupferorange magno / AMG Night Paket II / AMG Performance Sitze / Interieur MANUFAKTUR Zierelemente kupferorange magno;Energieverbrauch gewichtet kombiniert: 12,6 kWh/ 100 km plus 8,2 l/100 km | Kraftstoffverbrauch kombiniert bei entladener Batterie: 12,3 l/100 km | CO2-Emissionen gewichtet kombiniert: 188 g/km | CO₂-Klasse gewichtet kombiniert: G | CO₂-Klasse bei entladener Batterie: G) 2024 / Mercedes-AMG GT 63 S E PERFORMANCE (energy consumption weighted, combined: 12,6 kWh/100 km plus 8.2 l/100 km | fuel consumption combined discharged battery: 12.3 l/100 km | CO₂ emissions weighted, combined: 188 g/km | CO₂ class weighted, combined: G | CO₂ class discharged battery: G) / exterieur MANUFAKTUR copper orange magno / AMG Night Package II / AMG Performance seats / interieur MANUFAKTUR elements copper orange magno;Energy consumption weighted, combined: 12,6 kWh/100 km plus 8.2 l/100 km | fuel consumption combined discharged battery: 12.3 l/100 km | CO₂ emissions weighted, combined: 188 g/km | CO₂ class weighted, combined: G | CO₂ class discharged battery: G
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- 2024/ Mercedes-AMG GT 63 S E PERFORMANCE (Energieverbrauch gewichtet kombiniert: 12,6 kWh/ 100 km plus 8,2 l/100 km | Kraftstoffverbrauch kombiniert bei entladener Batterie: 12,3 l/100 km | CO2-Emissionen gewichtet kombiniert: 188 g/km | CO₂-Klasse gewichtet kombiniert: G | CO₂-Klasse bei entladener Batterie: G) / Exterieur MANUFAKTUR kupferorange magno / AMG Night Paket II / AMG Performance Sitze / Interieur MANUFAKTUR Zierelemente kupferorange magno;Energieverbrauch gewichtet kombiniert: 12,6 kWh/ 100 km plus 8,2 l/100 km | Kraftstoffverbrauch kombiniert bei entladener Batterie: 12,3 l/100 km | CO2-Emissionen gewichtet kombiniert: 188 g/km | CO₂-Klasse gewichtet kombiniert: G | CO₂-Klasse bei entladener Batterie: G) 2024 / Mercedes-AMG GT 63 S E PERFORMANCE (energy consumption weighted, combined: 12,6 kWh/100 km plus 8.2 l/100 km | fuel consumption combined discharged battery: 12.3 l/100 km | CO₂ emissions weighted, combined: 188 g/km | CO₂ class weighted, combined: G | CO₂ class discharged battery: G) / exterieur MANUFAKTUR copper orange magno / AMG Night Package II / AMG Performance seats / interieur MANUFAKTUR elements copper orange magno;Energy consumption weighted, combined: 12,6 kWh/100 km plus 8.2 l/100 km | fuel consumption combined discharged battery: 12.3 l/100 km | CO₂ emissions weighted, combined: 188 g/km | CO₂ class weighted, combined: G | CO₂ class discharged battery: G
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- 2024/ Mercedes-AMG GT 63 S E PERFORMANCE (Energieverbrauch gewichtet kombiniert: 12,6 kWh/ 100 km plus 8,2 l/100 km | Kraftstoffverbrauch kombiniert bei entladener Batterie: 12,3 l/100 km | CO2-Emissionen gewichtet kombiniert: 188 g/km | CO₂-Klasse gewichtet kombiniert: G | CO₂-Klasse bei entladener Batterie: G) / Exterieur MANUFAKTUR kupferorange magno / AMG Night Paket II / AMG Performance Sitze / Interieur MANUFAKTUR Zierelemente kupferorange magno;Energieverbrauch gewichtet kombiniert: 12,6 kWh/ 100 km plus 8,2 l/100 km | Kraftstoffverbrauch kombiniert bei entladener Batterie: 12,3 l/100 km | CO2-Emissionen gewichtet kombiniert: 188 g/km | CO₂-Klasse gewichtet kombiniert: G | CO₂-Klasse bei entladener Batterie: G) 2024 / Mercedes-AMG GT 63 S E PERFORMANCE (energy consumption weighted, combined: 12,6 kWh/100 km plus 8.2 l/100 km | fuel consumption combined discharged battery: 12.3 l/100 km | CO₂ emissions weighted, combined: 188 g/km | CO₂ class weighted, combined: G | CO₂ class discharged battery: G) / exterieur MANUFAKTUR copper orange magno / AMG Night Package II / AMG Performance seats / interieur MANUFAKTUR elements copper orange magno;Energy consumption weighted, combined: 12,6 kWh/100 km plus 8.2 l/100 km | fuel consumption combined discharged battery: 12.3 l/100 km | CO₂ emissions weighted, combined: 188 g/km | CO₂ class weighted, combined: G | CO₂ class discharged battery: G
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- 2024/ Mercedes-AMG GT 63 S E PERFORMANCE (Energieverbrauch gewichtet kombiniert: 12,6 kWh/ 100 km plus 8,2 l/100 km | Kraftstoffverbrauch kombiniert bei entladener Batterie: 12,3 l/100 km | CO2-Emissionen gewichtet kombiniert: 188 g/km | CO₂-Klasse gewichtet kombiniert: G | CO₂-Klasse bei entladener Batterie: G) / Exterieur MANUFAKTUR kupferorange magno / AMG Night Paket II / AMG Performance Sitze / Interieur MANUFAKTUR Zierelemente kupferorange magno;Energieverbrauch gewichtet kombiniert: 12,6 kWh/ 100 km plus 8,2 l/100 km | Kraftstoffverbrauch kombiniert bei entladener Batterie: 12,3 l/100 km | CO2-Emissionen gewichtet kombiniert: 188 g/km | CO₂-Klasse gewichtet kombiniert: G | CO₂-Klasse bei entladener Batterie: G) 2024 / Mercedes-AMG GT 63 S E PERFORMANCE (energy consumption weighted, combined: 12,6 kWh/100 km plus 8.2 l/100 km | fuel consumption combined discharged battery: 12.3 l/100 km | CO₂ emissions weighted, combined: 188 g/km | CO₂ class weighted, combined: G | CO₂ class discharged battery: G) / exterieur MANUFAKTUR copper orange magno / AMG Night Package II / AMG Performance seats / interieur MANUFAKTUR elements copper orange magno;Energy consumption weighted, combined: 12,6 kWh/100 km plus 8.2 l/100 km | fuel consumption combined discharged battery: 12.3 l/100 km | CO₂ emissions weighted, combined: 188 g/km | CO₂ class weighted, combined: G | CO₂ class discharged battery: G
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- 2024/ Mercedes-AMG GT 63 S E PERFORMANCE (Energieverbrauch gewichtet kombiniert: 12,6 kWh/ 100 km plus 8,2 l/100 km | Kraftstoffverbrauch kombiniert bei entladener Batterie: 12,3 l/100 km | CO2-Emissionen gewichtet kombiniert: 188 g/km | CO₂-Klasse gewichtet kombiniert: G | CO₂-Klasse bei entladener Batterie: G) / Exterieur MANUFAKTUR kupferorange magno / AMG Night Paket II / AMG Performance Sitze / Interieur MANUFAKTUR Zierelemente kupferorange magno;Energieverbrauch gewichtet kombiniert: 12,6 kWh/ 100 km plus 8,2 l/100 km | Kraftstoffverbrauch kombiniert bei entladener Batterie: 12,3 l/100 km | CO2-Emissionen gewichtet kombiniert: 188 g/km | CO₂-Klasse gewichtet kombiniert: G | CO₂-Klasse bei entladener Batterie: G) 2024 / Mercedes-AMG GT 63 S E PERFORMANCE (energy consumption weighted, combined: 12,6 kWh/100 km plus 8.2 l/100 km | fuel consumption combined discharged battery: 12.3 l/100 km | CO₂ emissions weighted, combined: 188 g/km | CO₂ class weighted, combined: G | CO₂ class discharged battery: G) / exterieur MANUFAKTUR copper orange magno / AMG Night Package II / AMG Performance seats / interieur MANUFAKTUR elements copper orange magno;Energy consumption weighted, combined: 12,6 kWh/100 km plus 8.2 l/100 km | fuel consumption combined discharged battery: 12.3 l/100 km | CO₂ emissions weighted, combined: 188 g/km | CO₂ class weighted, combined: G | CO₂ class discharged battery: G
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Flash floods reported in Subang, Petaling Jaya, Gombak, KL – plan your routes, delay travel if possible
Flash floods have occurred today, April 22 across several areas within the Klang Valley, according to the Kuala Lumpur department of information (Jabatan Penerangan WPKL).
According to the department, flooding has occurred in the Subang, Petaling Jaya, Gombak and Kuala Lumpur areas following heavy rainfall today, and traffic conditions remain congested.
Within the capital, the left lanes on Jalan Damansara towards Jalan Istana have been flooded, resulting in traffic congestion from the Duta tunnel, according to the department.
For those who have yet to take to the roads in these areas, delay your travels if possible, and if you must head out, plan your routes. This should also be a timely reminder to have the Special Perils add-on for your vehicle insurance policy in the event your vehicle ends up stuck in rising waters; while it does cost more, it is a small additional amount compared to the potential repair costs should a vehicle end up flooded.
The Department of Statistics Malaysia (DOSM) stated last year that vehicle losses from floods in 2022 amounted to RM18.8 million, and in addition to the financial cost, vehicles which have been submerged in water may require at least two weeks in repairs.
Severe weather brings danger and potential damage not just from the road surface level, but also from above, as fallen trees may result from said weather. The Special Perils add-on provides coverage against damage from fallen trees, though it is best to take precautions and avoid higher-risk areas when possible.
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smart joins KL Car Free Morning, previews #3 EV SUV
There was a surprise appearance at yesterday’s KL Car Free Morning (KLCFM). smart Malaysia showed up with not just the #1, but a taped-up #3 as well. It was the first appearance of the ‘hashtag three’ in Malaysia, and it kicks off the preview phase of the company’s second model.
Think of the #3 as a sleeker ‘SUV coupe’ version of the high-roofed #1. At 4,400 mm long, 1,844 mm wide and 1,556 mm tall, the #3 is 130 mm longer, 22 mm wider and 80 mm lower than the #1, and its 2,785 mm wheelbase is 35 mm longer. Battery and powertrain options mirror the #1 (there’s also a Brabus range topper), and so does the cabin, although the #3 gets round central air vents for an even stronger Mercedes-Benz vibe.
“The smart #3 is poised to redefine the driving experience in Malaysia, setting a new standard for EV performance. Signalling the arrival of the car in Malaysia, with more announcements on the way. Stay informed and connected by following smart Malaysia’s social media channels for the latest updates and official announcements,” the company said in a statement.
smart Malaysia is the the first EV brand to support DBKL’s KLCFM, a weekly Sunday morning open circuit around the city, and the company provided plants for runners to adopt.
“In alignment with smart’s Global Sustainability Strategy, our partnership with DBKL represents a significant step forward in promoting collaborative sustainable development for both the environment and society. By showcasing smart #1 and #3, we aim to raise awareness for eco-friendly transportation alternatives and emphasize the importance of reducing carbon emissions and protecting the environment. Additionally, our plant giveaway adds a delightful touch to our efforts in spreading this awareness,” said Zhang Qiang, CEO of smart Malaysia.
“Moreover, this initiative serves as a solution to achieving a greener, carbon-free city by 2030 by shifting mindsets towards owning all-electric vehicles. As an EV car distributor, smart Malaysia is at the forefront of this transition,” the company added.
What do you think of the smart #3’s design? It should drive similarly to the #1, which we reviewed here.
GALLERY: smart #3
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Chery Omoda 5 viral brake issue – Puspakom issues statement regarding role in vehicle inspections
Regarding the post about a Chery Omoda 5 with brake issues and the carmaker’s statement following an inspection by Puspakom on April 12, Puspakom has issued its own statement on the matter, in particular regarding its role in addressing vehicle issues.
“It has come to Puspakom’s attention that there are concerns regarding the role of Puspakom in addressing vehicle issues, particularly in a case where a customer was dissatisfied with the brake performance of a vehicle that was recently purchased. Subsequently, the vehicle was brought to Puspakom to perform [a] brake performance check, after other checks undertaken by the brand owner,” the agency wrote in its statement.
Puspakom stated that “it is incorrect to suggest that car brands in Malaysia are using Puspakom to hide vehicle issues”, and the agency wishes to clarify that it main role is to conduct inspections to certify vehicles that arrive at its centres for inspection comply with the roadworthiness standards established by the Malaysian authorities.
In the case of the Omoda 5, the vehicle’s brake system has shown that its performance meets global standards, “ensuring that the vehicle can stop safely within a defined distance,” the Puspakom statement read.
“It is important to note that Puspakom does not diagnose mechanical faults. Instead, our inspections provide readings and results that serve as indications of any potential faults, which then require further diagnosis by manufacturers or qualified mechanics,” Puspakom said in its statement.
“Manufacturers have a crucial role in ensuring the quality and safety of their vehicles. It is their responsibility to deliver on the promises made to customers, including providing vehicles that meet performance expectations,” the statement continued.
Puspakom added that vehicle inspections are ultimately to help vehicle owners ensure that their vehicles are safe and roadworthy, and comply with the required standards under the Road Transport Act 1987.
“Puspakom maintains an open-door policy for any manufacturer to test their vehicle’s roadworthiness. It is crucial to emphasise that our inspections aim to provide transparent and tangible information to consumers. This commitment helps ensure that Malaysian consumers are well-informed and their interests are safeguarded,” the statement read.
Click on the images to view the statement by Puspakom in full, below.
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Jetour coming to Malaysia in H2 2024 – Chery SUV brand; Dashing, X70 launch this year; EVs planned
Chery has entered the Malaysian market guns ablaze, with its main marque already firmly established here and its lifestyle-oriented Jaecoo brand launching very soon. But it’s not done yet – a third brand is being prepared for a local entrance here, and it’s Jetour.
The SUV brand is set to debut in the second half of the year, not too long after Jaecoo. But hang on – aren’t Chery and Jaecoo already SUV brands in their own right? Yes, but in Malaysia at least, Jetour and Chery (and Jaecoo) are being managed by two completely separate entities, so they will end up being competitors in the same turf.
Jetour SUVs are also slightly upmarket compared to Chery’s, something that will be borne out by the vehicles that will be brought in. This year will see the launch of the five-seater Dashing and seven-seater X70 Plus (not to be confused with the Proton X70), competing in the C- and D-segment crossover markets respectively.
Jetour Dashing The Dashing is the newer of the two, based on Jetour’s own Kunlun architecture. This sleek, premium-looking SUV has shades of Lamborghini Urus and Maserati Grecale in its design, plus a chrome window/D-pillar strip and flush pop-out door handles. Inside, you get a floating infotainment touchscreen measuring up to 15.6 inches, a flat top and bottom for the steering wheel and even an outside temperature display on the doors.
But while the Dashing looks different from a Chery and Jaecoo on the outside, the mechanicals are very similar. You get the choice of two turbocharged four-cylinder engines – a 156 PS/230 Nm 1.5 litre mill from the Omoda 5 or a 197 PS/290 Nm 1.6 litre unit from the Tiggo 7 Pro and Jaecoo J7. Unlike the Omoda 5, the Dashing’s 1.5 litre engine is paired to the same seven-speed wet dual-clutch transmission as the 1.6 litre version, rather than a CVT.
The same is true for the larger X70 Plus, which gets the same 1.5 and 1.6 litre turbo and DCT combo, as well as the 256 PS/390 Nm 2.0 litre turbo from the Tiggo 8 Pro. This car has been around since Jetour’s formation in 2018; the Plus in its name denotes a comprehensive facelift that adds shapely headlights, a large hexagonal grille, full chrome window surrounds and full-width taillights.
Jetour X70 Plus On the inside, you get a Mercedes-style widescreen display panel with a 10.25-inch centre touchscreen, plus a Land Rover-esque separate display and physical dials for the air conditioning. Of course, there’s the elephant in the room that is the fact that the X70 Plus shares its name with a certain national SUV, and a Jetour rep says the car will likely be renamed for the Malaysian market.
Both these cars were chosen for its Malaysian debut because they are the first to be converted to right-hand drive, with small-scale production having already kicked off at the end of last year for us and Indonesia. The company will hit the ground running with CKD local assembly from the start (just like Jaecoo) so that it can compete with others in the segment in terms of price.
Beyond that, Jetour plans to introduce the Traveller (also known as the T2), a rugged crossover that bears similar styling to the Ford Bronco and Land Rover Defender. The company had planned to bring the car in together with the other two, but production of the RHD variant had been delayed and is now only scheduled to start in July or August.
Jetour Traveller Taking into account CKD tooling and the usual validation and approval process, the Traveller is slated to go on sale in Malaysia next year. There are also plans to enter the electric vehicle market via a yet-to-be-announced sedan, although no details have been set in stone.
Jetour had set up office in Malaysia a few months ago as a separate company from Chery Malaysia with an independent management team. Since then, it has been in constant engagement with government agencies such as the ministry of finance, ministry of international trade and industry (MITI) and the Road Transport Department to obtain the necessary approvals for the Dashing and X70 Plus.
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Carro Malaysia monthly specials for April 2024
Here’s some of Carro Malaysia’s inventory that have a monthly special promo for the month of April 2024. There are a total of 20 cars on promo, but the list below will show in real time the inventory that’s available.
Looking for a premium executive sedan? At time of publishing, there are units of BMW 330i M Sport and Mercedes-Benz C200 Avantgarde going for RM5k and RM3k off respectively. The 330i can be had from RM2,348 a month while the C200 goes for RM1,636 a month. If you’re looking for something unique, there’s a Beetle TSI going for RM3k off.
If you’re looking for your first car, there’s a nice red Myvi AV going for RM540 a month, thanks to a RM2,300 off promo. Check out the full list of unsold inventory below or head on to Carro Malaysia website.
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Berjaya Sompo motor insurance now with special perils coverage as standard, peace of mind assured!
Here at paultan.org, we’ve consistently emphasised the importance of opting for special perils coverage when buying or renewing motor insurance for your car.
Some might assume that with comprehensive motor insurance, you will be fully covered for damages, whatever happens to your car. That’s not the case. If you do not opt for special perils coverage, you will not be compensated if your vehicle falls victim to an Act of God – think natural disasters such as floods and landslides, or falling trees. And with the weather being what it is these days – thunderstorms almost every evening – the risk of your car getting caught in a weather-related mishap is higher than before.
Special perils coverage is a must-have, but sometimes we tend to forget the option, or are tempted to save some cash when faced with the choice, in hope that nothing will happen the following year. So, it’s a good thing that Berjaya Sompo is now making special perils coverage standard in its motor insurance products. This way, you will be covered, no matter what.
SOMPO Motor and SOMPO MotorSafe have been recently upgraded to provide comprehensive coverage against unforeseen events, increasing coverage for “Convulsion of Nature” to 100% of the insured policy sum, giving customers ultimate peace of mind when it comes to natural disasters.
Working hand-in-hand with protection is assistance. SOMPO motor insurance now comes with free 24-hour unlimited towing for accidents and breakdowns, accessible through the user-friendly MySOMPO mobile app. The app also provides live-updates when the roadside assistance is called – ensuring our policyholders have peace of mind that help is on the way.
The free towing can be from the accident/breakdown location to a panel repairer or a safe place of storage while awaiting repair. If the cost incurred is only for towing services, Berjaya Sompo will not charge any excess and your NCD is unaffected. No more stress and anxiety when you’re stranded.
“At Berjaya Sompo, we understand the challenges and anxieties Malaysian drivers face on the road, especially with the increasing unpredictability of weather. These enhancements showcase our unwavering commitment to providing comprehensive, innovative solutions that prioritise our customers’ well-being. We want every journey to be safe, secure, and worry-free,” said Tan Sek Kee, CEO of Berjaya Sompo.
With special perils coverage made standard in its enhanced products, Berjaya Sompo removes the chance of customers missing out on this vital component of motor insurance, increasing convenience and protection for all.
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Tesla cuts prices in several markets internationally, Q1 2024 sees drop in sales for the first time in four years
Tesla has cut the prices of its vehicles in several markets internationally, The Guardian has reported, first in the United States, then followed by the same in China and Germany.
The American electric vehicle maker announced reductions in prices for the US market, beginning with the Model Y that dropped to US$42,990 (RM205,641), while its larger models the Model S and Model X which dropped to US$72,990 (RM349,155) and US$77,990 (RM373,073), respectively. The Model S and Model X are no longer sold in right-hand-drive markets.
Price cuts for the brand’s vehicles in the United States last Friday were followed by a reduction in price for the firm’s Full Self Driving ADAS suite from US$12,000 (RM57,406) to US$8,000 (RM38,271), which also saw the discontinuation of Autopilot in that market though Enhanced Autopilot continues to be available in Malaysia for RM16,000.
Tesla pricing in China followed suit, with the starting price of the updated Model 3 in China dropped by 14,000 yuan (RM9,246) to 231,900 yuan (RM153,159), according to the report by The Guardian citing Tesla’s official website. Germany also saw price cuts for Tesla vehicles, where RWD Model 3 pricing dropped from 42,990 euros (RM219,349) to 40,990 euros (RM 209,157).
Price cuts have also taken place in Europe, the Middle East and Africa, The Guardian cited a Tesla spokesperson as saying. The price reductions across markets has come after the EV maker’s global vehicle deliveries in the first quarter of this year recorded a drop for the first time in four years, according to the news outlet.
The American EV maker has also been in the news this week for its Cybertruck, which has been subject to a recall for a defect found with its accelerator pedal. This pedal includes a pad which could dislodge and become trapped in a depressed position in the footwell, thus causing the vehicle to accelerate unintentionally and potentially cause a crash.
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2024 Audi RS4 Avant in Malaysia gallery – 2.9L biturbo V6; 450 PS, 0-100 km/h in 4.1s; priced from RM865k
Here’s a full gallery of the Audi RS4 Avant, which is the smaller sibling the RS6 Avant and currently retails for RM874,655. This figure is inclusive of the Audi Assurance Package (AAP) that brings with it a five-year warranty and three-year maintenance package. Without AAP, it’s only a two-year warranty but the price drops to RM864,655.
Introduced in Malaysia in 2022, the RS4 Avant is powered by a 2.9 litre biturbo V6 petrol engine producing 450 PS (444 hp) from 5,700-6,700 rpm and 600 Nm of torque from 1,900-5,000 rpm. Drive goes to all four wheels via an eight-speed tiptronic automatic gearbox and quattro all-wheel drive system with a sports differential.
This setup is good for a 0-100 km/h time of 4.1 seconds and a top speed of 280 km/h, with other driving-related features being RS sports suspension Plus with dynamic ride control as well as an RS sports exhaust system.
The kit list also includes gloss black badging and emblems, a glossy black appearance package, Matrix LED headlamps, dynamic turn signals, 20-inch five-segment-spoke evo style wheels in a matte titanium look, Nappa leather upholstery, Audi drive select, Audi virtual cockpit, a head-up display, a Bang & Olufsen sound system, MMI navigation plus infotainment, powered front seats with driver’s side memory function and a hands-free powered tailgate.
As for driver assistance systems, the RS4 Avant comes with Audi pre sense rear, adaptive cruise control, lane change warning and lane departure warning. There are also eight airbags and a tyre pressure monitoring system as standard.
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Platforms closed at 13 KTM Komuter stations for KVDT2, new schedule for 2 affected lines starts today
Click to enlarge Today is a big day for the KTM Komuter, with a new and improved schedule between Rawang and KL Sentral stations due to the completion of the Klang Valley Electrified Double Track Phase 1 (KVDT1) project, and the beginning of Phase 2 (KVDT2) that will affect two lines – the Batu Caves – Pulau Sebang – Batu Caves line, and the Tanjung Malim – Pelabuhan Klang – Tanjung Malim line.
These two lines have new schedules, which started on April 20 for weekends and public holidays, and today April 22 for weekdays. Your routine might be affected and it will take time to adapt, but this is a classic case of bersusah-susah dahulu, bersenang-senang kemudian, as those in the north of the Klang Valley can testify. New schedules here.
Click to enlarge In conjunction with the start of the KVDT2 project, platforms will be closed at 13 KTM Komuter stations on the affected lines. They are Abdullah Hukum, Angkasapuri, Pantai Dalam, Petaling, Jalan Templer, Kg Dato Harun, Seri Setia, Setia Jaya, Subang Jaya, Batu Tiga, Shah Alam, Padang Jawa and Bukit Badak. Refer to the graphic above.
With the closure of one platform, trains will be moving on only one side of the tracks, as the other side is being upgraded. Take note of this and the new schedule and plan accordingly. Expect some crowding as well.
Meanwhile, folks from Kuang, Rawang, Serendah and further north, you’ve got your KTM Komuter back – with a weekday peak hour frequency of 15 minutes starting from today, the KTM is now viable way to commute to KL and back – details here.
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2024 Honda City Hatchback facelift open for booking in Malaysia – Q2 launch; Sensing standard for all variants
The order books for the new Honda City Hatchback facelift are now open in Malaysia, with the B-segment model set to be launched here in Q2 2024. The line-up will continue to include the e:HEV RS, which is pictured here with some notable design changes.
The refreshed hatchback (in RS guise) features a slimmer black bar at the top edge of the grille, which gets a different mesh insert design that is different from its sedan sibling, which got its update last August. There’s also a new bumper with sharper fog lamp garnish flanking a honeycomb mesh for the lower intake, the latter with additional trim simulating air inlets.
We don’t get a shot of the City Hatchback’s rear end, but it should be identical to what’s seen in Thailand where the facelifted model is already being sold. Expect a revised diffuser-like element in the lower apron with vertical fins to accompany the sportier 16-inch alloy wheels in Berlina Black.
In terms of powertrains, the e:HEV is equipped with the same Intelligent Multi-Mode Drive (i-MMD) hybrid system that sees the front wheels be driven by an electric motor rated at 109 PS (107 hp or 80 kW) and 253 Nm. Powering the electric motor is a lithium-ion battery that is charged by a second electric motor linked to a 1.5 litre naturally-aspirated DOHC i-VTEC four-cylinder engine running on the Atkinson cycle.
The hybrid’s petrol mill is rated at 98 PS (97 hp or 72 kW) and 127 Nm of torque, and while it acts as a generator most of the time, it can clutch in through a single-speed transmission (dubbed E-CVT) to provide direct drive to the wheels at higher speeds where it is most efficient.
Non-hybrid variants will also be available, and they continue to be powered by a 1.5 litre naturally-aspirated inline-four DOHC i-VTEC engine that delivers 121 PS (119 hp or 89 kW) at 6,600 rpm and 145 Nm at 4,300 rpm, with drive going to the front wheels via a CVT.
As for driver assistance systems, all variants of the facelifted City Hatchback will come standard with the Honda Sensing suite, which has been expanded to include lead car departure notification.
This joins existing functions such as autonomous emergency braking with pedestrian, cyclist and oncoming vehicle detection, adaptive cruise control, lane centring assist, lane keeping assist and automatic high beam. The e:HEV RS in particular will get an extra low-speed follow for the adaptive cruise control function.
In an official release, Honda Malaysia says over 28,700 units of the City Hatchback have been sold since the model’s introduction in 2021, with 10,300 units being delivered last year. The e:HEV RS variant has accounted for 16% of the company’s total hybrid sales to-date.
GALLERY: 2024 Honda City Hatchback facelift, RS e:HEV variant at the Bangkok Motor Show
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Malaysians on podium at 2024 ARRC China round
Despite a typhoon warning calling off Race 2, two Malaysians stood on the podium at the 2024 Asia Road Racing Championship (ARRC) round in Zhuhai International Circuit, China. At the conclusion of the weekend, Azlan Shah Kamaruzaman of TKKR BMW Racing Team, now second in the Asia Superbike 1000 (ASB1000) standings while ex-MotoGP racer Hafizh Syahrin of JDT Racing Team is third.
Hafizh, having joined the recently formed JDT Racing Team – JDT standing for Johor Darul Ta’zim – won Race 1 the day before handily, giving him 45 points in total. Rival Azlan Shah was third in Race 1, netting him 52 points after Round 1 in Thailand and Round 2 in China.
At the top of the ASB1000 riders’ table is Andi Farid Izdihar of Honda Asia-Dream Racing with 65 points. In the SuperSports 600 category, Apiwath Wongthananon of Yamaha Tekhne Racing ASEAN leads the standings despite falling in Race 1 in China.
Apiwath is followed by Adenanta Putra of Astra Honda Racing Team in second overall, with Helmi Azman of Idemitsu Boon Siew Honda Racing Team in third. For the Asia Production 250 cc category, Herjun Atna Firdaus of Astra Honda Racing tops the table, with Faerozi Toreqottullah of Yamaha Racing Indonesia and Syarifuddin Azman of Idemitsu Boon Siew Honda Racing in second and third respectively.
In the Underbone 150 class, defending champion, Nazirul Izzat of UMA Racing Yamaha Maju Motor Asia is leading the championship. The young Malaysian is followed by Murobbil Vittoni and Fahmi Basam of Yamaha LFN HP969 Indonesia in second and third on the riders’ standings.
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2024 Suzuki Jimny 5-Door bookings open in Malaysia
Here’s something interesting – Naza Eastern Motors has teased the arrival of the Suzuki Jimny 5-Door in Malaysia. The stretched 4×4 is now available for booking as a more practical version of the cute and cuddly off-roader.
No details of the Malaysian-market model have been revealed just yet, but we do know that the Jimny 5-Door has been lengthened by 340 mm over the original three-door, measuring 3,985 mm long, 1,645 mm wide and 1,720 mm tall. All this goes into the 2,590 mm wheelbase, giving you not just more rear legroom but also a significantly larger boot, which has more than doubled in size from just 85 litres to 211.
On the outside, the Jimny is set apart by chrome rings on the five-slot grille but otherwise retains the upright, slab-sided design, equipped with round LED headlights, chunky fender flares, bumper-mounted taillights, external spare wheel on the sideways-opening tailgate and 15-inch grey Y-spoke alloy wheels.
The no-nonsense interior has also been retained and features Mercedes G-Class-style passenger grab handle and an unchanged four-seat layout (no centre seatbelt) with a 50:50 split-folding rear seat. One change is that the three-door’s seven-inch infotainment touchscreen has been replaced by a much bigger nine-inch panel.
Unchanged are the mechanicals, with power still coming from a K15B 1.5 litre naturally-aspirated four-cylinder petrol engine producing 102 PS at 6,000 rpm and 130 Nm of torque at 4,000 rpm. You get the same choice of five-speed manual and four-speed automatic gearbox, although given that the latter is standard on the three-door in our market, we expect the 5-Door to follow suit.
Also fitted is Suzuki’s AllGrip part-time four-wheel-drive system with a low-range transfer case. The Jimny 5-Door retains its 210 mm of ground clearance, but the longer body has understandably reduced the break-over angle from 28 degrees to 24. The approach and departure angles have also been trimmed slightly to 36 degrees (previously 37 degrees ) and 47 degrees (previously 49 degrees) respectively.
Read Danny’s review of the three-door Jimny here.
GALLERY: Suzuki Jimny 5-Door at 2024 Singapore Motorshow
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Michelin Malaysia says its tyres have always been EV-ready to cope with instant torque, battery weight
Michelin Malaysia has affirmed its products have always been EV-ready and can cope with the demands of electric vehicles. The company revealed this at a recent Hari Raya Aidilfitri media event, where it also introduced its new range of motorcycle tyres.
“Given the instantaneous torque of electric motors and the weight of the battery, tyres tend to wear out faster on EVs compared to internal combustion vehicles. Michelin tyres are engineered to offer a significant advantage in terms of lifespan over those of its competitors,” the company said in a release.
“Michelin has a proven track record of excellence in meeting the performance requirements of electric vehicles, including factors like rolling resistance, long-term performance, load capacity and quiet operation. As a result, Michelin tyres provide electric vehicle owners with the optimal balance of performance and value for money,” it added.
Prichapakorn Dangrojana, managing director of Michelin Malaysia, Singapore and Brunei, said Michelin tyres are EV-ready thanks to the use of advanced technology and they provide the best value for money proposition. While the familiar products in Michelin Malaysia’s catalogue are EV-ready, the company does offer EV-tailored offerings such as the e-Primacy as well as the Pilot Sport EV.
