SPYSHOTS: Toyota GR Yaris – hotter version coming?
For most people, the Toyota GR Yaris is already a hot enough hatch. With a bespoke three-door body, a purposeful bulldog-like stance, trick all-wheel drive, and around 270 hp on tap, it …
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2020 Volkswagen Passat R-Line launched in Malaysia – 2.0L TSI engine with 190 PS and 320 Nm; RM204,433
As promised, Volkswagen Passenger Cars Malaysia (VPCM) has launched the Passat R-Line via a virtual event today. The sportier-looking D-segment sedan arrives around nine months after the standard facelifted Passat, adding a …
2021 Hyundai Santa Fe facelift debuts in US – 191 hp 2.5L GDI and 277 hp T-GDI, 225 hp 1.6L turbo hybrid
Having shown the car earlier this year, Hyundai has introduced the facelifted Santa Fe in the United States. The refreshed SUV is coming to America with two 2.5 litre four-cylinder engines, plus …
Subaru WRX STI built for Gymkhana series revealed
In May, Hoonigan announced that American rally driver Travis Pastrana would star in the Gymkhana video series this year, taking over from founder Ken Block. Pastrana is a Subaru man, so after …
Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross facelift leaked – new PHEV
Three years into its lifecycle, the Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross is set to receive a significant facelift over the coming months. The revised SUV was teased last month with a single shadowy image; …
DRIVEN: F44 BMW 2 Series Gran Coupé in Lisbon, 218i and M235i – a slightly compromised bag of good traits
To say that BMW's front-wheel drive strategy has been a hit-and-miss affair so far would be putting it mildly. While MINIs continue to be the ultra-hip, ultra-desirable runarounds for wealthy youngsters, Munich's …
F44 BMW 2 Series Gran Coupé launched in Malaysia – CKD 218i M Sport with 140 PS/220 Nm, RM211,367
Two weeks ago, BMW Group Malaysia teased the new F44 2 Series Gran Coupé by showcasing camouflaged versions of the car in public. Now, the compact four-door coupé has been launched in …
Aston Martin DBX SUV launched in Malaysia – 4.0L biturbo V8 with 550 PS and 700 Nm, RM818k before tax
Having made its global debut just under a year ago, the Aston Martin DBX has now been launched in Malaysia. Built at a new plant in St Athan, Wales, it joins a …
2020 Audi A5 Sportback facelift now in Malaysia – mild hybrid; RM350,900 for 2.0 TFSI, RM377,900 for quattro
Having put the car on display two weeks ago, Audi has introduced the facelifted A5 Sportback in Malaysia. The refreshed five-door fastback replaces its late-arriving predecessor, which was only introduced last year. …
2020 Honda CR-V facelift open for booking – standard LaneWatch, Honda Sensing for 4WD model, Q4 launch
Surprise, surprise – the City is not the only car Honda Malaysia is launching this year. The company has also announced that it is opening bookings for the facelifted CR-V, which is …
VIDEO: 2020 Nissan Almera Turbo shown before debut
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pZn9MlLPniU One of the big upcoming launches of 2020 has got to be the new Nissan Almera, which will do battle with the Toyota Vios and the new Honda City when it …
Lotus SUV to be called Lambda, production this year?
The Lotus SUV has been one of the longest-running rumours in recent automotive history, having existed in some form or another for at least six years. Now, it appears we're on the …
2020 Hyundai Sonata previewed in Malaysia – 2.5 MPI
The Kona isn't the only car Hyundai-Sime Darby Motors is launching soon – the company also previewed the new Hyundai Sonata to the media this week. Fully imported from South Korea, the …
Nissan integrates Japan and ASEAN operations – global management streamlined to four regions
Nissan has announced that it has restructured its regional operations as part of its Nissan Next four-year transformation plan. Aimed at creating a leaner, more agile organisation, the move sees the streamlining …
Lynk & Co 01 facelift, membership revealed for Europe
Four years after its big launch, Lynk & Co is finally making its long-awaited debut in the European market. The youth-oriented brand has revealed the first car it is selling in the …
2020 Mazda CX-30 2.0G gets powered tailgate, RM145k
Bermaz Motor has announced that the entry-level Mazda CX-30 2.0G now comes with a powered tailgate as part of a model year update. This addition brings with it a price increase of …
BMW X2 M Mesh Edition – brown and orange accents
The BMW X2 has been around for a couple of years now, and while it's still not yet time for a facelift, Munich has seen fit to spruce up the sporty SUV …
Proton explains importance of X50 Flagship having Level 2 semi-autonomous driving – it’s not autopilot!
Cars with Level 2 semi-autonomous driving have been sold in Malaysia for some time now, but the Proton X50 1.5 TGDi Flagship will bring the technology to the masses for the first …
Proton X50 suspension tune explained – more comfort to suit Malaysian roads, Geely Binyue too stiff
Today, we told you that the Proton X50 will get unique suspension tuning compared to its Geely Binyue/Coolray sibling, and during the Q&A session the national carmaker went into greater detail regarding …
GALLERY: Hyundai Kona 2.0 MPI Mid – first photos of local-spec naturally-aspirated variant, 149 PS/179 Nm
Yesterday, Hyundai Sime Darby Motors gave us a short test drive of the forthcoming Kona in both turbocharged and naturally-aspirated forms. This also gives us a first look at the B-segment SUV …
