2018 Zero-Rated GST Prices

• GST zero-rated: Infiniti prices now up to RM21.9k lower

  In Cars, Infiniti, Local News / By Anthony Lim / 31 May 2018 9:25 pm / 7 comments

  

  Infiniti Malaysia has announced new prices for its Infiniti models in line with the six percent goods and services tax (GST) becoming zero-rated as of tomorrow, June 1.

  The new prices for the three model, four variant local line-up will remain in effect until the return of the sales and services tax (SST), which will be set at its previous rate of 10%. Yesterday, it was announced that SST will be reintroduced on September 1.

  

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  Without GST, prices of the Infiniti range now starts at RM226,267 for the Q50 GT, a reduction of RM13,530 from the previous price. The Q50 GT Technology variant, meanwhile, is now RM15,570 cheaper at RM260,229.

  As for the Q60, its price has been reduced by RM17,438 as a result of the removal of GST, and the coupe now goes for RM291,361. Finally, the QX70 GT now costs RM21,899 less, priced at RM368,100. All listed prices are on-the-road without insurance.

   

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• GST zero-rated: Perodua prices reduced up to RM3.5k

  In Cars, Local News, Perodua / By Anthony Lim / 31 May 2018 7:14 pm / 16 comments

  

  Perodua has released new prices for all its models following the goods and services tax (GST) rate being reduced to 0% as of June 1. The changes will see Perodua vehicles on average being priced 5.6% lower than before, Perodua Sales MD Datuk Dr Zahari Husin said.

  Savings start from RM1,344 for the Perodua Axia 1.0 Std E manual transmission, which means that the current OTR (without insurance) price of RM23,966 inclusive of GST for the model will now be RM22,622. The new Myvi variants are now cheaper, the drop ranging from RM2,492 less for the 1.3 Standard G manual to RM3,114 for the 1.5 Advance version.

  

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  Across the model line-up, the biggest difference is with the Alza 1.5 Advanced auto. Priced before this at RM63,390 OTR without insurance, the car will now go for RM59,818 with GST removed, making for a RM3,572 reduction.

  On top of the zero GST, Perodua is offering rebates of up to RM800 for selected models and variants for the month of June. The company added that with the release of its new price list, which will be in place until the return of the 10% sales and service tax (SST) on September 1, its GST reimbursements for purchase, service and parts between May 18-31 comes to a close, as customers pay zero GST from June 1.

   

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• GST zero-rated: Mercedes-Benz models get rebates from RM11,799; AMG GT R is RM94,924 cheaper!

  In Cars, Local News, Mercedes-Benz / By Jonathan Lee / 31 May 2018 4:57 pm / 16 comments

  

  Mercedes-Benz Malaysia (MBM) is the latest company to release new prices without the six-percent goods and services tax, which will become zero-rated come tomorrow, June 1. These prices will remain in effect until the reintroduction of the sales and services tax (SST) on September 1.

  The price adjustment will result in decreases starting from RM11,799, with the brand’s least expensive model, the A 200 AMG Line (the A 180 Urban Line has been discontinued), now dipping under the RM200,000 mark at RM197,089. At the other end of the spectrum, the top dog Mercedes-AMG GT R is a whopping RM94,924 cheaper, although it still costs a cool RM1,588,964.

  Separately, MBM has culled a few variants from its extensive 52-model lineup, including the CLA 250 Sport 4Matic, plus both the C 200 Avantgarde and Exclusive. Only the C 200 AMG Line, introduced late last year, lives on.

  

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  There have also been changes to the local E-Class range, with the E 200 Avantgarde receiving a RM15,000 price drop – together with the RM18,858 GST saving, it now retails at RM315,030. Meanwhile, the E 250 Exclusive gets a RM5,000 price drop and now sits at the same price as the E 250 Avantgarde at RM357,483. These changes correspond with a change in specification, which will be detailed at a later date.

  The company is concurrently running a World Cup campaign (Mercedes-Benz is a sponsor of the German national team) until July 15, offering buyers either an interest rate of 1.98% with Hire Purchase Classic over a three- or five-year tenure, or Agility Financing. Both options come with either free insurance for one year or four free service vouchers (mileage cap of 48,000 km). There are additional offers for selected models.

   

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• GST zero-rated: Isuzu vehicle prices up to RM10k less

  In Cars, Isuzu, Local News / By Gerard Lye / 30 May 2018 12:34 pm / 6 comments

  

  With the goods and services tax rate set to be revised to 0% from 6% on June 1, Isuzu Malaysia has released a revised price list of its models. These new prices will come into effect on the aforementioned date until the implementation of the sales and services tax (SST).

  “There is no better time to own a brand new Isuzu model. We hope that with these new prices and tax structure, our customers will take the opportunity to upgrade while new customers will be attracted to become an Isuzu owner,” said Masayuki Suzuki, Isuzu Malaysia’s chief operating officer for light commercial vehicle.

  Without GST, the D-Max range now starts at RM80,889.20 on-the-road without insurance for the Single Cab 2.5L 4×4 MT variant. Meanwhile, the Double Cab variants will be priced from RM81,189.20 (Double Cab 2.5L 4×2 MT Hi-ride) to RM123,088.40 for the range-topping Double Cab Z-Prestige 3.0L 4×4 AT.

  

  As for the MU-X, both 2.5L automatic variants will be available at cheaper prices. The two-wheel drive MU-X goes for RM166,709.20, or RM9,931.20 less than the GST-inclusive price. Meanwhile, the four-wheel drive version will retail at RM172,709.20, or RM10,291.20 cheaper.

  There may be slight variations in the percentage of reduction, which is typically slightly less than 6% flat. This is because 6% GST is only applied on the selling price of a car (and in the case of CBU models, a Puspakom inspection fee), before GST-free registration essentials such as road tax, registration fee and ownership endorsement fee are added on.

   

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• GST zero-rated: Porsche prices down, by up to RM88k

  In Cars, Local News, Porsche / By Anthony Lim / 28 May 2018 7:42 pm / 15 comments

  

  Sime Darby Auto Performance (SDAP) has announced new revised prices for its entire Porsche model range in line with the government’s announcement to reduce the tax rate of the goods and services tax (GST) to zero percent as of June 1.

  The company says the new prices will remain in place until the re-implementation of the sales and services tax (SST), which is expected to return in two to three months time. It has already been mentioned that the SST rate will be set at 10%, the rate it was before it was replaced by GST. It was reported today that the return of SST might see an increase in car prices.

  Following the revisions, the 718 Cayman now has a new base price of RM509,434, down by RM30,566 from that with GST in place. Meanwhile, the Panamera Turbo‘s base price is now RM1,462,264, a drop of RM87,736 from that previously. The base prices are for standard specification models, without options.

  The revised prices include SDAP’s four-year warranty and free maintenance package, which includes complimentary service, parts and labour. The company also added that standard zero-rate GST implementation will also apply for parts and service carried out at all SDAP authorised dealers.

   

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• GST zero-rated: Full Honda pricelist, up to RM18k less

  In Cars, Honda, Local News / By Danny Tan / 28 May 2018 10:51 am / 17 comments

  

  Honda Malaysia (HM) has released its full price list with zero-rated GST, which will be effective from June 1. Before this, we only knew the 0% GST prices for four models – City (non-hybrid), Civic, CR-V and HR-V – as those are part of a GST Bonus programme where HM is absorbing GST until May 31.

  These new prices – which are on-the-road excluding insurance – will remain in effect until the sales and services tax (SST) comes back to replace GST. Set at 10%, SST will happen “in two, three months” time according to Tun Daim Zainuddin of the government’s Council of Eminent Persons. That’s a fairly large tax-free window of opportunity, should you want to take advantage.

  

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  Without GST, savings range from RM4,088 for the CKD Jazz to RM18,072 for the CBU from UK Civic Type R. That’s before Honda’s “Welcome Festive Rewards” promo, which should bring prices further down. No details yet, but it might be a continuation of the current “Welcome Ramadan Rewards” promo, which offers cash rebates and/or service vouchers. It runs till May 31.

  There may be slight variations in the percentage of reduction, which is typically slightly less than 6% flat. This is because 6% GST is only applied on the selling price of a car (and in the case of CBU models, a Puspakom inspection fee), before GST-free registration essentials such as road tax, registration fee and ownership endorsement fee are added on.

  Besides new car sales, GST for spare parts and service maintenance, including labour charges and genuine accessories, will be zero-rated from June 1.

   

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• GST zero-rated: Renault prices down by up to RM12k

  In Cars, Local News, Renault / By Gerard Lye / 28 May 2018 10:22 am / 4 comments

  

  In line with the government’s decision to set the goods and services tax (GST) at 0% from 6% on June 1, TC Euro Cars (TCEC) has released updated pricing for its Renault models. Customers who do want to purchase a Renault need not wait until that date, as TCEC will absorb the current 6% GST for vehicles registered with immediate effect.

  Without GST, savings range from RM6,745 for the Fluence, up to RM11,763 for the Koleos 2.5L 4WD. TCEC is also offering additional incentives ranging from RM7,349 to RM33,255, allowing customers to enjoy total savings of up to RM40,000. For instance, the pre-facelift Captur is offered with more savings compared to the facelifted model.

  

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  The zero-rated GST prices include a five-year/unlimited mileage warranty, and for the Captur, the 5-in-Captur aftersales package. “This is a great time to buy a Renault. We strongly encourage those looking for a stylish, vehicle with continental quality and safety standards to take advantage of this tax-holiday plus our additional incentives,” said Kuan Kim Luen, CEO of TCEC.

  There may be slight variations in the percentage of reduction, which is typically slightly less than 6% flat. This is because 6% GST is only applied on the selling price of a car (and in the case of CBU models, a Puspakom inspection fee), before GST-free registration essentials such as road tax, registration fee and ownership endorsement fee are added on.

   

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• GST zero-rated: Maxus prices down, by up to RM10.2k

  In Cars, Local News, Maxus / By Anthony Lim / 23 May 2018 9:09 pm / 9 comments

  

  Weststar Maxus has announced a new price list for its range of Maxus vehicles in line with the changes made to the goods and services tax (GST), which will be zero-rated as of June 1. The reworked pricing with 0% GST will remain in effect until the re-implementation of the sales and services tax (SST).

  The government has revealed that the SST rate will be set at 10%, and though no date has been defined for the reintroduction of SST, it has been reported that it will be back in place within two to three months, which means consumers only have a short window of opportunity to enjoy this tax exemption.

  

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  With the removal of GST, savings on Maxus models start from RM5,151 for a V80 SWB panel van, and the four variants in the G10 MPV range sees a price reduction ranging from RM7,808 for a G10 Sport to RM10,185 for a G10 Executive.

  The company also announced that it will be opening two new showrooms within the next couple of months, in Penang and Kota Bharu. It opened a showroom in Bangsar, Kuala Lumpur, in February this year.

   

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• GST zero-rated: Hyundai prices up to RM10,300 lower

  In Cars, Hyundai, Local News / By Jonathan Lee / 23 May 2018 7:01 pm / 16 comments

  

  Hyundai-Sime Darby Motor has released new prices of Hyundai models without the six-percent goods and services tax (GST). Set to come into effect on June 1, the figures are in line with the government’s move to set the tax to zero percent on that same date, ahead of the formal reintroduction of the sales and service tax (SST) sometime later this year.

  That tax will be set at 10%, meaning that you only have two or three months to enjoy these savings before prices go up again – possibly higher than during the GST era.

  

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  Looking at the price list, the cheapest car on the list, the base Ioniq Hybrid, now ducks under the RM100,000 mark at RM94,788 – RM6,500 less expensive than before. Meanwhile, the most expensive model, the Starex 2.5 CRDi Deluxe, receives a RM10,300 lower price and retails at RM173,288.

  As we reported last year, the Sonata and Santa Fe are nowhere to be found, having been discontinued in anticipation of new models. The Veloster has also been phased out, but that one won’t see a replacement that has already been revealed for other markets.

   

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• GST zero-rated: Audi models up to RM37k cheaper

  In Audi, Cars, Local News / By Gerard Lye / 23 May 2018 3:53 pm / 16 comments

  

  Audi Malaysia has revealed a revised price list for its models, which will come into effect on June 1, 2018. This is in accordance with the government’s decision to set the goods and services (GST) tax rate at 0% from 6% then.

  All prices listed here are on-the-road without insurance, and there are savings to be had without GST. For instance, an A4 2.0 TFSI will retail at RM234,852.19 from June 1 onwards instead of RM248,900.

  Other examples include the Q7 2.0 TFSI quattro, which will be RM29,666.97 less when priced without GST. The amount of savings range from RM12,375.28 for a base A4 1.4 TFSI, up to RM37,043.35 with the A8 L 3.0 TFSI quattro.

  

  The company also announced a 6% reduction on the prices of packages like the Tech Pack and S line, which can be specified for certain models. All Audi vehicles sold by Audi Malaysia are fully imported and come with a five-year/unlimited mileage warranty.

  Keep in mind that there may be slight variations in the percentage of reduction, which is typically slightly less than 6% flat. This is because 6% GST is only applied on the selling price of a car (and in the case of CBU models, a Puspakom inspection fee), before GST-free registration essentials such as road tax, registration fee and ownership endorsement fee are added on.

   

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• GST zero-rated: Naza Motor Trading revises car prices

  In Cars, Local News / By Anthony Lim / 23 May 2018 3:38 pm / 4 comments

  

  Naza Motor Trading, the importer of pre-owned luxury car and bike brands beyond Naza Group’s automotive portfolio, has announced a new price list in line with the government’s decision to reduce the 6% goods and services tax (GST) to 0% from June 1.

  The company adds that its new price list with zero-rated GST – with a sample of available models listed in the table below – will be valid until the commencement of the sales and service tax (SST) that will eventually be reintroduced to replace GST. Yesterday, the ministry of finance revealed that the SST rate will be set at 10%, the same as it was when GST took over from it in April 2015.

  

  Aside from the GST rebate, customers are also set to enjoy discounts of up to 15% on new and used luxury vehicles such as the Toyota Alphard, Vellfire and Harrier.

  Also, buyers of four-wheeled and two-wheeled vehicles stand a chance to win an all-expenses-paid three-day/two-night trip to watch the 2018 FIFA World Cup semi-finals in Moscow. The promotions are part of the Naza Gaya Raya Autofair 2018, which runs until June 30.

   

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• GST zero-rated: Mazda models up to RM17k cheaper

  In Cars, Local News, Mazda / By Jonathan Lee / 22 May 2018 6:08 pm / 15 comments

  

  With the government’s impending abolishment of the goods and services tax (GST) looming, more and more car companies are releasing price lists of vehicles sans the six-percent tax. Official Mazda distributor Bermaz is the latest, with its range of cars becoming cheaper come June 1, until the sales and service tax (SST) is formally reintroduced later this year.

  The savings range from RM4,221 for the cheapest Mazda 2 mid spec, all the way up to RM16,784.29 for the CX-9 AWD. All Mazda 6 models (except for the base 2.0 litre variant) are over RM11,000 less expensive than before, while the MX-5 RF roadster is another big beneficiary of zero-rated GST, with savings of over RM13,000 for both manual and automatic versions.

  

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  As with a few other companies, Bermaz has also decided to trim down its lineup, removing the base BT-50 2.2 manual. The pickup is now priced starting from RM101,428.88 for the high-spec 2.2 manual, RM6,028.82 cheaper than before.

  Keep in mind that all BT-50 prices listed here include the RM6,415.10 Sports Package, which Bermaz has decided to include in its price list.

   

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• GST zero-rated: Proton cars up to RM4.3k cheaper – with promo, savings for Suprima S reach RM15k

  In Cars, Local News, Proton / By Danny Tan / 22 May 2018 5:11 pm / 23 comments

  

  Proton has released a new price list that will come into effect from June 1, when the goods and services tax (GST) will be rolled back to 0% from the current 6%. The effective removal of GST was announced by the new Pakatan Harapan government last week, fulfilling a major campaign promise.

  These new prices – which are on-the-road excluding insurance – will remain in effect until the sales and services tax (SST) comes back in to replace GST. The change will happen “in two, three months” time according to Tun Daim Zainuddin of the government’s Council of Eminent Persons. That’s a fairly long tax holiday, should you want to take full advantage.

  Without GST, savings range from RM1,939 for the Saga 1.3 MT Standard to RM4,384 for the Suprima S. There are usually slight variations in the percentage of reduction, which is typically slightly less than 6% flat. This is because 6% GST is only applied on the selling price of a car, before GST-free registration essentials such as road tax, registration fee and ownership endorsement fee are added on.

  In Proton’s case, the current selling price is the standard OTR inclusive of 6% GST but excluding insurance figure, but the “NSP” you see here is the net selling price without OTR costs and accessories. “Total savings” include interest rate savings from the 0% promo. Note that the chart below has an error – the NSP for the Suprima S Premium Solid is RM70,545.57.

  

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  Proton first responded to the GST rollback on May 17, when it said that service vouchers equivalent to the price difference will be provided to customers who purchase from May 16-31, before adding one day later that it will also offer the option of cash rebates. That remains, so one does not have to wait till June 1 to purchase.

  In addition to GST-related savings, Proton is having its Kosong-Kosong promotion. The campaign offers 0% first year financing for selected models with Hong Leong Bank (Iriz Executive and Premium, all Ertiga and Exora variants), free three months instalment with Proton Commerce (Persona and Saga, variants of the latter also with free bodykit) and discounts of up to RM15,172 for the YM2017 Suprima S. Add GST savings to the C-segment hatchback and it will be 23% off the list price. Full list of carrots according to model above.

  New car sales aside, Proton is offering a 6% discount for after sales (labour and periodical maintenance parts only), should you need to bring your car in this month.

   

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• GST zero-rated: Volvo car prices up to RM23k less

  In Cars, Local News, Volvo / By Gerard Lye / 22 May 2018 1:06 pm / 21 comments

  

  Volvo Car Malaysia has released a new price list for its models, which will come into effect on June 1, 2018, in line with the government’s move to set the goods and services (GST) tax rate at 0% then. The new on-the-road prices here are without insurance, and will remain in effect until further notice from the Ministry of Finance.

  Without GST, savings range from RM9,239.07 for the V40 T4, to RM19,424.17 for the XC60 T8 Twin Engine Inscription Plus, and up to RM23,386.44 for the XC90 T8 Twin Engine Inscription Plus. The top-spec S90 T8 Twin Engine Inscription Plus will retail at RM366,913.08 from RM388,888, representing a saving of RM21,974.92.

  

  There may be slight variations in the percentage of reduction, which is typically slightly less than 6% flat. This is because 6% GST is only applied on the selling price of a car (and in the case of CBU models, a Puspakom inspection fee), before GST-free registration essentials such as road tax, registration fee and ownership endorsement fee are added on.

  The company also stated zero-rated GST will be applicable for part and servicing prices at all authorised dealers. This includes purchases of Volvo Service Agreement (VSA) packages, where the VSA 3+ package can be had for RM5,900 (RM354 savings) and the VSA 5+ package for RM9,200 (RM552 savings). The package covers both scheduled maintenance as well as wear and tear parts.

   

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• GST zero-rated: Nissan rebates begin ahead of June 1

  In Cars, Local News, Nissan / By Anthony Lim / 22 May 2018 12:18 pm / 6 comments

  

  Edaran Tan Chong Motor (ETCM), which has revealed its new Nissan price list with 0% GST that will come into effect on June 1, has announced that it is pulling ahead the new implementation by offering GST rebates for Nissan passenger vehicles registered from May 16-31.

  Under this promotion, ETCM says it will provide a full cash rebate on GST for Nissan passenger vehicles registered during the mentioned period, and added that with the GST rebates in effect, the price protection promise it mentioned earlier is no longer valid. The company had said during the C27 Serena S-Hybrid launch that the scheme would be introduced to protect customers against impending price movements.

  

  Aside from the GST rebate, customers will also be able to enjoy greater savings with Duit Raya rewards via the ongoing Blissful Journey with Nissan promotion throughout the month of May. The promotion adds on further savings of up to RM13,000 on top of the removal of GST from the equation. In the case of the X-Trail and 2017 Navara models, total savings can amount to more than RM19,000.

  The new 0% GST on-the-road (OTR) prices, excluding insurance, will remain in effect until GST is eventually replaced by the sales and services tax (SST). The exact return of SST has not been revealed, but according to Tun Daim Zainuddin, head of the government’s Council of Eminent Persons, SST should be back in place within a two to three month timeframe.

  Check out our earlier report detailing the revised prices of Nissan vehicles without GST.

   

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