Toyota fans, be on the lookout – the Toyota Nationwide Roadshow is now on until May 10, taking a tour of both Peninsular Malaysia as well as Sabah and Sarawak. The T brand is showcasing its latest models, as well as offering special deals throughout the show.
The main attraction on display will be the new Camry Hybrid, which was launched at the beginning of the month. It mates a 2.5 litre Atkinson cycle VVT-i engine with an electric motor, an eCVT gearbox and a nickel metal hydride battery to produce a total system output of 205 PS. Laden with kit (including seven airbags and Blind Spot Monitor with Rear Cross Traffic Alert), it retails at RM174,900 on-the-road with insurance.
Also featured at the show will be a range of top-of-the-line TRD Sportivo variants, including the recently updated Vios and Hilux models. What’s more, customers who sign up for selected models at the roadshow will get a special sign-up offer (terms and conditions apply). Additionally, those who register as prospective customers will receive exclusive Toyota merchandise, while stocks last.
Running concurrent to the roadshow is the Amazing Toyota Value promotion – the Vios, Hilux, Corolla Altis, Previa and Alphard are all available with upfront payment offers until April 30.
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The comments reflect widespread criticism of Toyota Malaysia's pricing, safety features, and marketing strategies. Many believe the Camry and other models are overpriced, especially given limited safety features like VSC and airbags, which are standard elsewhere. There’s strong dissatisfaction with the low specs on CKD models and comparisons showing significant cost differences between US and Malaysian versions. Several comments express distrust in UMW’s dealings, accusing them of profiteering and cheating Malaysians. The roadshows are seen as desperate attempts to boost sagging sales amidst declining RV and poor consumer confidence. Conversely, some buyers still praise the hybrid models for refinement and quality, but general sentiment leans towards frustration, skepticism, and calls for better value and safety in Toyota cars.