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Geely seeking staff ahead of return to Australia – entry into RHD market under own brand, not Proton?
Geely looks set to make a return to Australia after the sighting of a job posting on LinkedIn where the Chinese automaker is seeking a national marketing director. The brand’s return was also indicated by recently filed trademarks, as reported by CarExpert.
In January this year, the company filed to trademark the Geely name, and before that in October last 2023, it did the same for what appears to be its simplified and flatter logo that was unveiled last January.
Unlike Malaysia that receives Geely models adapted for the local market (right-hand drive conversion, styling adjustments) and sold through Proton, it looks like Australia will welcome the company’s namesake brand, although it’s still not known what cars will be introduced Down Under.
Geely’s portfolio is vast and includes its own Geely Auto products in addition to those from its sub-brands and product series such as Geometry (affordable EVs), Galaxy (premium models) and Radar Auto (pick-up trucks). Under the holding company (Zhejiang Geely Holding Group), Geely already has a presence in Australia in the form of the Lotus, Polestar and Volvo brands, with Zeekr set to join the mix in the second half of 2024, followed be Lynk & Co in 2025.
Several years ago, Geely did enter the Australian market through John Hughes when the MK sedan and hatch were launched in 2010. However, these were sold exclusively in Western Australia for a limited time before heightened safety regulations and a high-profile recall saw the brand depart the market.
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Proton X70 update – 1.5TGDi Premium X in black now shipped with pre-MC wheels; 1.8TGDi discontinued
The Proton X70 in 1.5 TGDi Premium X guise has been given an update, specifically for units of the variant ordered in black, while the 1.8 TGDi engine version has been discontinued.
The update for the 1.5 litre Premium X relates to its rolling stock, specifically its wheels, where units in black will revert to the 19-inch wheels of the older design. Other colours for the variant continue to be offered with the newer, current multi-spoke alloy wheel.
First introduced to the line-up in July 2023, the three-cylinder 1.5 TGDi Premium X 2WD has switched to the pre-update wheels likely due to depleted stocks of the current multi-spoke wheel. The upcoming facelift which has been spied running road trials will feature a new wheel design, and so the reverting to the older wheel design could be a stopgap measure before Proton’s C-segment SUV facelift is officially released.
The 1.8 litre turbocharged inline-four cylinder petrol powertrain that the X70 was launched with has also been discontinued, and so the 1.5L Premium X variant now stands at the top of the X70 line-up. This variant also saw the addition of a sunroof to the 1.5 litre version, and so the update brings the 1.5 litre Premium X on par with the previous 1.8 Premium, in terms of specification.
The 1.8 litre engine for the X70 was also shipped in from China, whereas the 1.5 litre three-cylinder unit is locally assembled in Tanjung Malim. In its present form, the 1.5 litre unit outputs 177 PS and 255 Nm, driving the front wheels via a seven-speed dual-clutch automatic transmission, which is the same direct-injection unit as that in the X50 Flagship.
A briefing by Proton earlier this month confirmed that the facelifted X70 will feature Level 2 autonomous driving capabilities for the first time, and will likely include Intelligent Cruise Control (ICC), which combines ACC with stop and go and lane centring, as well as lane keeping assist. The facelifted Proton X70 is due to launch sometime this year.
At present, the Proton X70 1.5 TGDi Premium X 2WD is priced at RM126,800 on-the-road without insurance, according to the carmaker’s website.
GALLERY: 2024 Proton X70 spyshots
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Change your tyres at Carro Care and enjoy Road Hazard Warranty – get 1-for-1 replacement tyres!
Are your ride’s tyres due for a change soon? Why not get them changed at Carro Care?
Yes, Carro Care has a wide range of tyre inventory in stock. And the best part is anyone who changes tyres at Carro Care will be able to enjoy a Road Hazard Warranty.
What is Road Hazard Warranty? Basically it will give you a 1-for-1 replacement for all tyres that are damaged by road hazards such as potholes.
Interested? All you need to do is click here and fill up the form. Key in the car make and model that you want to get new tyres for. Choose “Wheel Alignment & Tire Services” under type of services required. You will then be contacted by a Carro Care service advisor.
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Harley-Davidson Malaysia unveils 2024 lineup, pricing ranges from RM83,700 to RM355,900
2024 Harley-Davidson Road Glide ST FLTRXS Joining Harley-Davidson’s (H-D) range of motorcycles in Malaysia is the 2024 Harley-Davidson Street Glide and Road Glide, priced at RM195,900 and RM211,900, respectively. Also unveiled is the 2024 Harley-Davidson CVO Road Glide ST, of which there are only four units in Malaysia, retailing at RM346,900 and based on H-D racing efforts in the US-based Bagger Racing League “Battle of the Baggers”.
The CVO Road Glide ST is touted as the “quickest, fastest and most sophisticated” performance bagger ever. Styling is in the West Coast Custom style, and features a solo seat with moto handlebars placed on six-inch risers.
2024 Harley-Davidson Street Glide FLHX Power CVO Road Glide ST comes from a Milwaukee-Eight 121 High Output (HO) V-twin, displacing 1,977 cc. Output is claimed to be 127 hp at 4,900 rpm with a maximum torque of 193 Nm at 4,000 rpm. This compares to the 115 hp and 188 Nm of torque of the standard VVT-equipped Milwaukee-Eight 121.
Showa supplies the suspension components, with remote reservoir adjustable rear shock absorbers and 47 mm diameter upside down 1×1 forks, also adjustable while braking is done by Brembo. The riding suite includes selectable ride modes, full-colour touch screen and Rockford Fosgate H-D audio system with 500 Watt speaker and 6.5-inch fairing speakers.
2024 Harley-Davidson Road Glide FLTRX Meanwhile, the Street Glide and Road Glide personify the concept of “American Touring” with bagger styling and ostentatious design for which H-D is renowned. Both Glides carry the Milwaukee-Eight 117 displacing 1,917 cc, producing 107 hp and 170 Nm of torque.
Claimed to be lighter than previous, the Street Glide weighs 8.2 kg less than the 2023 Street Glide which tipped the scales at 375 kg wet while the Road Glide trims 7.3 kg from its previous iteration. A new cooling system optimises heat dissipation and rider comfort.
GALLERY: 2024 Harley-Davidson Street Glide
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- 2024 Model Photography. MY24 FLHX Street Glide. Embargoed on the DAM until 1/2/24 at 10am CDT
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- 2024 Model Photography. MY24 FLHX Street Glide. Embargoed on the DAM until 1/2/24 at 10am CDT
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- 2024 Model Photography. MY24 FLHX Street Glide. Embargoed on the DAM until 1/2/24 at 10am CDT
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- 2024 Model Photography. MY24 FLHX Street Glide. Embargoed on the DAM until 1/2/24 at 10am CDT
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- 2024 Model Photography. MY24 FLHX Street Glide. Embargoed on the DAM until 1/2/24 at 10am CDT
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- 2024 Model Photography. MY24 FLHX Street Glide. Embargoed on the DAM until 1/2/24 at 10am CDT
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- 2024 Model Photography. MY24 FLHX Street Glide. Embargoed on the DAM until 1/2/24 at 10am CDT
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- 2024 Model Photography. MY24 FLHX Street Glide. Embargoed on the DAM until 1/2/24 at 10am CDT
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- 2024 Model Photography. MY24 FLHX Street Glide. Embargoed on the DAM until 1/2/24 at 10am CDT
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- 2024 Model Photography. MY24 FLHX Street Glide. Embargoed on the DAM until 1/2/24 at 10am CDT
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- 2024 Model Photography. MY24 FLHX Street Glide. Embargoed on the DAM until 1/2/24 at 10am CDT
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- 2024 Model Photography. MY24 FLHX Street Glide. Embargoed on the DAM until 1/2/24 at 10am CDT
GALLERY: 2024 Harley-Davidson Road Glide-
- 2024 Model Photography. MY24 FLTRX Road Glide. Embargoed on the DAM until 1/2/24 at 10am CDT
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- 2024 Model Photography. MY24 FLTRX Road Glide. Embargoed on the DAM until 1/2/24 at 10am CDT
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- 2024 Model Photography. MY24 FLTRX Road Glide. Embargoed on the DAM until 1/2/24 at 10am CDT
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- 2024 Model Photography. MY24 FLTRX Road Glide. Embargoed on the DAM until 1/2/24 at 10am CDT
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- 2024 Model Photography. MY24 FLTRX Road Glide. Embargoed on the DAM until 1/2/24 at 10am CDT
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- 2024 Model Photography. MY24 FLTRX Road Glide. Embargoed on the DAM until 1/2/24 at 10am CDT
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- 2024 Model Photography. MY24 FLTRX Road Glide. Embargoed on the DAM until 1/2/24 at 10am CDT
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- 2024 Model Photography. MY24 FLTRX Road Glide. Embargoed on the DAM until 1/2/24 at 10am CDT
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- 2024 Model Photography. MY24 FLTRX Road Glide. Embargoed on the DAM until 1/2/24 at 10am CDT
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- 2024 Model Photography. MY24 FLTRX Road Glide. Embargoed on the DAM until 1/2/24 at 10am CDT
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- 2024 Model Photography. MY24 FLTRX Road Glide. Embargoed on the DAM until 1/2/24 at 10am CDT
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- 2024 Location Photography – FLTRX Road Glide. EMBARGOED UNTIL 1/24/24 10AM
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- 2024 Location Photography – FLTRX Road Glide. EMBARGOED UNTIL 1/24/24 10AM
GALLERY: 2024 Harley-Davidson Road Glide ST
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Foreign news reports of impending petrol, diesel price hike untrue, as gov’t hasn’t discussed matter – Fahmi
The government says that foreign media reports suggesting the country has decided on a price hike for petrol and diesel is not true. That’s because the cabinet has not yet discussed the matter, according to communications minister Fahmi Fadzil.
“I have studied the matter carefully and can confirm that the matter was not discussed because I am also a cabinet minister. Therefore, don’t put the cart before the horse or don’t announce before it has been announced,” the unity government’s spokesman said.
“We are aware that several foreign based media have pre-empted the process and I hope all parties, including the media, can obtain information from credible sources,” he explained, reminding all media to not publish reports based on sources that have not been verified or identified, as Bernama reports.
Late last week, foreign media reports indicated that Malaysia is set to cut fuel subsidies by June. Quoting official and industry sources, the reports said that diesel prices would float to market rates in a matter of weeks after the Kuala Kubu Baharu by-election on May 11, and this would be followed by a staggered rise in retail rates of petrol.
Fahmi’s call to not speculate on the targeted subsidy programme was echoed by the deputy minister of domestic trade and cost of living (KPDN), Fuziah Salleh. She said all parties should wait for the official announcement by the government.
“The announcement should be made by the government itself. Regardless, we are implementing several mechanisms to prepare ourselves so when the targeting programme is implemented, we will be ready. Among them is providing lorry vehicle fleet card facilities to enjoy the diesel subsidy when the programme is launched. Now, we are actively registering companies so that they can get the subsidy,“ she said.
That the targeted subsidy programme is set to be introduced is without question. Last month, economy minister Rafizi Ramli reportedly reiterated that Malaysia will reduce subsidies for petrol this year in order to reduce the country’s fiscal deficit.
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2024 GWM Ora 07 Malaysian review – 640 km NEDC range; from RM170k; better EV than Model 3 and Seal?
Launched in Malaysia in early April this year, the GWM Ora 07 enters a competitive electric vehicle (EV) segment that includes comparable rivals such as the Tesla Model 3 and BYD Seal. Buyers have two variants to choose from, starting with the base Long Range at RM169,800 on-the-road without insurance, while the Performance retails for RM189,800.
At that starting price, the Ora 07 undercuts both the Model 3 (from RM181,000) and Seal (from RM180,430). Included with each purchase is a six-year, 150,000-km warranty and an eight-year, 180,000-km battery and electric motor warranty. There’s also a one-to-one battery replacement if its health drops below 70% within the warranty period.
The variant featured in this video review is the Long Range, which comes with a front-mounted electric motor rated at 204 PS (201 hp or 150 kW) and 340 Nm of torque for a 0-100 km/h time of 7.9 seconds and top speed of 170 km/h. Powering the electric motor is an 83.5-kWh nickel manganese cobalt (NMC) battery that is good for up to 640 km of range following the NEDC standard.
The Ora 07 supports DC fast charging at a max capacity of 88 kW, with 32 minutes needed to get the battery from a 30-80% state of charge. Alternatively, there’s AC charging at up to 11 kW that needs 15 hours for a full charge. You also get a vehicle-to-load (V2L) function that can output up to 3.3 kW to power devices.
Standard kit for the Ora 07 include 18-inch alloy wheels, LED headlamps, a 10.25 digital instrument display, a panoramic glass roof, a 12.3-inch infotainment touchscreen, wireless Android Auto and Apple CarPlay support, a wireless charging pad, dual-zone climate control with rear vents, a head-up display, keyless entry and start, powered front seats with ventilation and massaging functions, ambient lighting, an 11-speaker Infinity sound system, a 360-degree camera and a hands-free powered tailgate.
Driver assistance systems include autonomous emergency braking, adaptive cruise control with stop and go, lane centring assist, an Intelligent Evade system that gives more space in the lane for large vehicles such as lorries, blind spot monitoring, rear cross traffic alert with auto brake, traffic sign recognition, park assist and auto high beam.
Given these specifications, does the Ora 07 make a good case for itself for those who are cross-shopping with the Model 3 and Seal? Hafriz Shah shares his thoughts in our video review that is well worth a watch, so check it out before posting in the comments below.
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JPJ issues statement – department has not authorised Bjak for road tax renewal transactions
File image; new LKM and driver’s license formats The road transport department (JPJ) has issued a statement regarding an online promotion by Bjak that claims the issuance of road tax free-of-charge, alongside the companies online road tax renewal service that is offered to the public.
The road transport department stresses that neither the ministry of transport nor the JPJ has authorised Bjak to carry out road tax renewal transactions, and that the statement by Bjak claiming that online road tax renewal through Bjak has been audited and approved by the JPJ is untrue and misleading.
The department has also received complaints from members of the public as road tax renewal transactions carried out through the Bjak website has not been reflected in the road tax validity period, and JPJ wishes to clarify and stress that there has been no integration of systems between the JPJ MySikap system, with the system used by Bjak.
Complaints from dissatisfied members of the public have also been received regarding additional charges imposed by Bjak for road tax renewal transactions, and the JPJ wishes to emphasise that neither JPJ nor the ministry have approved any additional charges which Bjak has imposed on their customers.
The road transport department continues to be committed to ensuring the safety and wellbeing of the public, especially as its customers, it said in the statement, adding that complaints may be sent to the JPJ official complaints portal, here. View the JPJ statement in full, below.
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Rapid KL launches ‘on-demand’ feeder bus for LRT Taman Paramount, Bahagia – book van on Kumpool
Click to enlarge PJ commuters, take note. Rapid KL has launched the T785 and T783 on-demand feeder bus services for the Taman Paramount and Taman Bahagia LRT stations.
By the way, this isn’t the usual bus but a van painted in Rapid KL livery. It’s an ‘on-demand’ service outsourced to Kumpool, an e-hailing van booking service that was initially available in Johor Bahru before reaching the Klang Valley. The fare is RM1 per trip.
The on-demand shuttle service gathers passengers’ bookings in real-time and then travels on an optimised route based on everyone’s pick-up points. This should be like the previous Kumpool van deployments, which did not replace the regular scheduled feeder bus. More on Kumpool here.
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2024 Hyundai Tucson 1.6T Max in Malaysia – ADAS, dual-zone climate control, digital instruments; RM196k
The fourth-generation Hyundai Tucson was launched last November, bringing a line-up of three variants – the 2.0 Lite, 1.6T Plus and the 1.6T Max; it is the 1.6T Max for which we can bring a live image gallery.
Priced at RM195,888 on-the-road without insurance, the Tucson 1.6T Max, like the other two variants, are based on the long-wheelbase version of the SUV model, like the one sold in the United States, which means dimensions of 4,630 mm in length, 1,865 mm in width and 1,665 mm in height with a wheelbase of 2,755 mm. Luggage capacity here is 582 litres, or up to 1,903 litres with the rear seats folded down.
Being the top variant, powertrain is comprised of the manufacturer’s Smartstream G.16 T-GDI 1.6 litre turbocharged inline-four cylinder petrol engine, producing 180 PS at 5,500 rpm and 265 Nm of torque from 1,500 rpm to 4,500 rpm. Engine output is sent to the front wheels via a seven-speed dual-clutch automatic transmission, propelling the vehicle from 0-100 km/h in 8.8 seconds, and to a top speed of 201 km/h.
Exterior kit unique to the 1.6T Max includes front parking sensors, LED combination taillights and aluminium roof rails, while rolling stock for this variant mirrors those of the 1.6T Plus, which are 19-inch alloy wheels shod in 235/55 tyres.
Meanwhile, interior equipment gained by the top variant includes eight-way powered front seats with heating and ventilation functions, a 10.25-inch digital instrument cluster, dual-zone climate control with rear vents, a powered tailgate, an electrochromic rear-view mirror, rain-sensing wipers and a wireless charger.
All three variants get seven airbags as standard, along with ABS, ESC, hill start assist, and Isofix mounts for the outer rear seats. Advanced driver assistance systems (ADAS) in particular gets a step-up when opting for the 1.6T Max, gaining functions not found on the 2.0 Lite and 1.6T Plus.
Namely, these are Smart Cruise Control (SCC) with stop & go, Forward Collision-Avoidance Assist (FCA) with junction support (AEB), Lane Keeping Assist (LKA), Lane Following Assist (LFA), Driver Attention Warning (DAW), Leading Vehicle Departure Alert (LVDA), High Beam Assist (HBA), Blind-Spot Collision-Avoidance Assist (BCA) and motion sensing for the Rear Occupant Alert.
As the top variant of its line-up, the Hyundai Tucson 1.6T Max – priced at RM195,888 – is in the ballpark of range-topping C-segment SUVs from other makes, such as the Honda CR-V e:HEV RS at RM195,900, and the Mazda CX-5 2.5T AWD High at RM191,170. Check out our comprehensive live image gallery of the 2024 Hyundai Tucson 1.6T Max, here.
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Proton sold 11,025 units in April 2024 – 18.7% market share, X50 regains top spot in B-segment SUV sales
Proton has announced that it sold 11,025 units (domestic and export) in April 2024, a 12.96% decrease (or 1,641 units) from the 12,666 units it delivered in March. The month’s numbers are however a 17.1% improvement over the same month in 2023, when it sold 9,415 units.
Sales for the first four months of the year stands at 50,175 units, higher than the 49,702 units sold in the January to April period last year. The company estimates its market share to be 18.7% in April (and at 19.2%, year-to-date), keeping it firmly in second place in the overall national sales table.
In terms of model specific numbers, the Saga continued to fly the flag for the national carmaker, with the 5,031 units shifted in April making it the top performer for the brand. Year-to-date numbers for the model stands at 23,278 units.
In second place was the X50, with the 1,642 units sold in April helping the model regain the top spot for B-segment SUVs in the country. The third-best performer for the brand was the S70, with 1,635 units of the sedan delivered last month. This is followed by the Persona, which saw 1,429 units shifted in April.
Next was the X70, with 552 units sold, followed by the Iriz, with the 424 units shifted in April bringing sales of the hatchback to 1,958 units for the year. Rounding off things was the X90, with 312 units delivered to customers last month.
The company also revealed export figures, stating that it had gone up by 38.5% to 835 units compared to 603 units registered in the same period last year. A total of 427 units of the Saga have been exported this year, an increase of 16% from the 368 units recorded in the same period last year. As for the X50, 176 units have been sent overseas this year, while 89 units of the S70 have been sent to Brunei in the first four months of the year.
“The slowdown in automotive sales in April, where TIV shrank by 16.8% compared to March 2024, can be
attributed to the long holiday period as OEMs, dealerships and other members of the local automotive ecosystem took time off to celebrate Hari Raya Aidilfitri. However, the sustained demand for Proton models is further bolstered by ongoing efforts in quality improvement with better Global Customer Product Audit (GCPA) scores since 2019, instilling greater confidence among drivers,” said Proton Edar CEO Roslan Abdullah. -
Honda Malaysia May 2024 promo – up to RM10k off; MY2023, MY2024; City, Civic, WR-V, HR-V included
With the festivals out of the way, it’s time to knuckle down and hustle. It’s important to have a good partner to go through nice days and the not so pleasant ones – if you need a new ride, Honda Malaysia has some options.
HM’s ‘Paling Meriah Treats’ promo for May 2024 is offering up to RM10,000 off, and you can pick from MY2023 cars of freshly made 2024 stock. Both come with discounts, but you get a better deal with MY2023 cars, of course. Most CKD models are included, except for the new CR-V and the popular City Hatchback.
We’ll start with the 2023 stock. The last of the Accords (HM has decided to not offer the new model, and CKD production for the D-segment sedan has stopped) have been cleared. Discount for the Civic is RM10k across the range. The City Hybrid RS is also yours for a substantial RM10k off.
Click to enlarge If you prefer 2024 on your geran, the discounts are RM3,000 across all variants for the City, and RM2,000 for all Civics except the RS hybrid, which gets RM3,500 off. As for Honda’s SUVs, it’s RM1,000 off for the WR-V and RM1,500 off for the HR-V RS hybrid.
As mentioned, no incentives for the sixth-generation CR-V and the City Hatchback. This Raya promo is for vehicles registered from now till May 31.
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2024 BMW iX2 xDrive30 in Malaysia gallery – 449 km EV range; from RM283k; RM7k more than iX1 xDrive30
Order taking for the BMW iX2 xDrive30 M Sport started in early April this year, and we finally have a full gallery of the stylish sibling to the iX1 – both are fully-imported (CBU) models. The asking price for this electric vehicle (EV) is RM282,800 on-the-road without insurance, which is inclusive of a standard two-year warranty. If you include the optional extended five-year warranty and six-year service package, the figure goes up to RM297,000.
For the money, you get the same powertrain as the iX1 xDrive30, with a dual-motor, all-wheel drive setup rated at 313 PS (308 hp or 230 kW) – temporary boost engaged – and 494 Nm of torque. This setup is good for a 0-100 km/h time of 5.6 seconds and a top speed of 180 km/h.
Power for the electric motors is provided by lithium-ion battery with a gross energy capacity of 66.5 kWh (64.7 kWh net). Thanks to its sleeker shape, the iX2 has a higher WLTP-rated range of 449 km compared to the iX1 xDrive30 that is rated at 438 km.
Charging times are identical, with a 10-80% state of charge achieved in 29 minutes at a maximum DC input of 130 kW. There’s also slower AC charging at 11 kW which sees a full charge from 0-100% requiring 6.5 hours.
For context, the iX2 is RM7,000 more (with or without the extended warranty and service package) than the iX1 in its top xDrive30 M Sport guise, so you are paying a little extra to get that coupe-inspired design. The premium you’re paying for the iX2 also gets you some features that aren’t found on the iX1 xDrive30 M Sport, starting with larger 20-inch M V-spoke style 873 M bicolour light-alloy wheels – the iX1 gets smaller 19-inch units in style 871 M.
Additionally, the M high-gloss Shadowline package comes with extended content that sees the front grille, tailgate logo and mirror caps finished in black. No roof rails for the iX2 unlike the iX1, but the former does gain the Iconic Glow illuminated front grille, acoustic comfort glazing and M sport brakes with dark blue metallic-pained calipers.
Comparing spec sheets further, the iX2’s upholstery comes in Veganza synthetic leather or combination Alcantara/Veganza, paired with aluminium ‘Hexacube’ light interior trim finishers. The iX1 xDrive30 M Sport come with either Vernasca leather or Alcantara/Sensatec upholstery, along with the same ‘Hexacube’ interior trim finishers, but in a darker finish.
Beyond these differences, the iX2 xDrive30 M Sport is pretty much identical to the iX1 xDrive30 M Sport. Both come with adaptive M suspension, adaptive LED headlamps, an M leather steering wheel, powered front sports seats, an anthracite headliner, dual-zone climate control, an ambient lighting system, a wireless charging pad and a 12-speaker Harman Kardon sound system.
The list continues with the Live Cockpit Professional system (10.25-inch digital instrument cluster and 10.7-inch infotainment touchscreen), while the infotainment powered by BMW Operating System 9 comes with ConnectedDrive services and Connected Package Professional (support for Android Auto and Apple CarPlay).
2024 BMW iX2 xDrive30 M Sport spec sheet; click to enlarge Both EVs also come with the Driving Assistant Plus package, which includes functions such as Steering and Lane Control Assistant, Speed Limit Info, Automatic Speed Limit Assist, Lane Departure Warning, autonomous emergency braking, and Active Cruise Control with stop and go.
Parking Assistant Plus is standard too, with Active Park Distance Control (front and rear parking sensors), Reversing Assistant, Lateral Parking Aid, a 360-degree camera as well as Drive Recorder and Remote Theft Recorder being included.
Seven colours are offered for the iX2, namely Alpine White, Black Sapphire, Skyscraper Grey, Cape York Green, Fire Red, M Portimau Blue, and M Brooklyn Grey. Each purchase is accompanied by an eight-year, 160,000-km battery warranty, roadside assistance and accident hotline as well as BMW Service Online. With more range, additional kit and a distinctive design, would you pay RM7,000 more to get the iX2 instead of the top-spec iX1?
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2024 BMW iX1 eDrive20 in Malaysia full gallery – 475 km EV range; from RM250k; RM26k less than xDrive30
Here’s a full gallery of the BMW iX1 eDrive20 M Sport, which is a new entry-level variant of the iX1 introduced just last week. With a standard two-year warranty, the eDrive20 M Sport is priced at RM249,800, but add on the five-year extended warranty and six-year service package and the price goes up to RM264,000.
These figures are RM26,000 less (with or without the extended warranty and service package) than the iX1 xDrive30 M Sport, which was the initial variant of the iX1 launched in Malaysia in May last year – both iX1 variants are fully-imported (CBU) models.
For the money, the eDrive20 uses the same lithium-ion battery as the xDrive30 with a gross energy capacity of 66.5 kWh (64.7 kWh net). The former offers more range at 475 km following the WLTP standard, while the latter is at 438 km.
The range advantage is due to the eDrive20 having just a front-mounted electric motor rated at 204 PS (201 hp or 150 kW) and 250 Nm of torque with the temporary boost feature engaged. By comparison, the xDrive30 has a dual-motor setup 313 PS (308 hp or 230 kW) and 494 Nm.
With higher outputs, the xDrive30 needs 5.6 seconds to get from 0-100 km/h on its way to a top speed of 180 km/h. The eDrive20 and its single electric motor is slower in a century sprint at 8.6 seconds and has a slightly lower top speed of 170 km/h.
No difference in terms of charging, with the eDrive20 supporting a max AC input of 11 kW that sees a full charge from 0-100% in 6.5 hours. DC fast charging up to 130 kW is also included, just as it is in the xDrive30, and gets the battery from a 10-80% state of charge in 29 minutes.
Visually, the eDrive20 M Sport is identified by its closed-off kidney grille that features a triangle-themed pattern for the insert, while the xDrive30 M Sport’s snout has vertical slats. Both come with the M Sport package that includes more aggressive bumpers, along with 19-inch M double-spoke style 871 M light-alloy bicolour wheels, the M high-gloss Shadowline package and M roof rails high-gloss Shadowline.
Other shared items on the kit list include adaptive LED headlamps, adaptive M suspension, two-zone climate control, an M leather steering wheel, powered front sports seats, an anthracite headliner, a wireless charging pad, BMW Live Cockpit Professional (10.25-inch digital instrument cluster and 10.7-inch infotainment touchscreen), Connected Package Professional (Android Auto and Apple CarPlay support), IconicSounds Electric and a Harman Kardon sound system.
Upholstery for the eDrive20 M Sport is either Veganza synthetic leather or a combination of Alcantara and Veganza, paired with aluminium ‘Hexacube’ interior trim finishers in a light finish. The xDrive30 M Sport gets the option of Vernasca leather or a combination of Alcantara and Sensatec, while its interior trim finishers, which are in the same ‘Hexacube’ design, come in a darker finish.
As for driver assistance features, the eDrive20 M Sport comes standard with the Driving Assistant package as standard that includes functions such as lane change warning, rear cross traffic alert with brake intervention, exit warning, rear collision prevention and autonomous emergency braking.
2024 BMW iX1 eDrive20 M Sport spec sheet; click to enlarge You can get the Driving Assistant Plus package – standard with the xDrive30 M Sport – too, but this is offered as an on-demand feature via the Connected Drive store. On the official website, Driving Assistant Plus is listed as being available as a subscription (RM167.55/month, RM1,675.51/year, RM2,606.35/three years) or as an unlimited (no subscription) package for RM3,273.36 – there’s also a three-month trial for free.
Pay for the cost option and you gain Steering and Lane Control Assistant, Speed Limit Info, Automatic Speed Limit Assist, Lane Departure Warning as well as Active Cruise Control with stop and go function. Parking Assistant Plus is standard on the eDrive20 and includes a 360-degree camera and Reversing Assistant, again, like with the xDrive30 M Sport.
Each purchase is accompanied by an eight-year, 160,000-km battery warranty, BMW roadside assistance and accident hotline as well as BMW Service Online. Would you save RM26,000 by going for the eDrive20 M Sport over the xDrive30 M Sport?
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JPJ eBid: MDX and VMN number plates up for bidding
JPJ has announced that MDX and VMN are the next number plate series to go up for bidding on its online auction platform, JPJ eBid.
Melaka’s latest running number series is ‘MDX’, and it was open for tender on May 4. The bidding period on JPJeBid is five days, ending 10pm on May 8. As usual, the results will be out the following day. The whole process is online now, as it has been for some time, and bidders will get the good (or bad) news via email.
Also available on JPJ eBid is the WP Kuala Lumpur series ‘VMN’. The bidding period started on May 3 and will close at 10pm tomorrow, May 7. Results will be out the day after the auction closes.
New car coming soon and want a nice number plate for the new ride? Why not DIY and skip the reseller’s markup and runner fees? If you have never bid for a number yourself, check out our step-by-step guide on how to navigate JPJ eBid and the techniques needed to get your preferred number at “retail price”.
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Chery Malaysia Omoda 5 recall – root cause of axle welding issue identified; new recall website now online
Chery Malaysia has issued yet another statement on the Omoda 5 rear axle case. This is the company’s third public statement after the case exploded on social media on April 28. The initial statement was released the day after, acknowledging the issue, with a second one following soon after on April 30, officially issuing a recall on 600 units of the Omoda 5.
The third statement – released today, May 4 – offers a few interesting insights on the issue. Chery Malaysia says it is “working closely with the Ministry of Transport (MOT) to ensure the rectification of all affected vehicles to the highest standards of safety.” It voluntarily arranged a meeting with the MoT to brief them on the matter, according to Lee Wen Hsiang, Chery Auto Malaysia Vice President.
The root cause of the issue has also been identified following a thorough investigation. “Following a comprehensive investigation, the vendor reported that the issue was due to a facility upgrade during which a worn-out tip of the automated welding machine was replaced by a new welding tip. The replacement of the new welding tip resulted in a miscalibration of the equipment,” said Lee.
A total of 60 units of the Omoda 5 in Malaysia has been identified to be using the affected parts, produced on August 15, 2023. Chery Malaysia then decided to cast a wider net and recall vehicles with parts made between August 14 and 17, totalling 600 units. As of yesterday (May 3), Chery Malaysia has contacted 32 of the initial 60 affected owners.
A new website has also been created for owners to confirm whether or not their car is affected by the recall. Chery Malaysia also pledges to release a weekly update to the public on this matter to provide ongoing information about the status of the recall programme.
Statement by Chery Malaysia in full:
Chery Auto Malaysia mobilises precautionary measures to uphold customer safety
Automaker takes responsibility, ensures accountability and transparency in managing the campaignKuala Lumpur, 4 May 2024 – Chery Auto Malaysia is striving to keep customers informed about the recent incident involving the axle of an OMODA 5 vehicle. Following a detailed internal investigation, the automaker has recalled a batch of 600 Omoda 5 vehicles and is working closely with the Ministry of Transport (MOT) to ensure the rectification of all affected vehicles to the highest standards of safety.
“Chery Auto Malaysia is committed to providing safe and reliable transportation solutions, and we are dedicated to ensuring that all our vehicles meet the highest safety standards. In line with this commitment, Chery Auto Malaysia voluntarily arranged a meeting to brief the Ministry of Transport (MOT) on the current product inspection status and the root cause involving the Omoda 5 axle incident,” Chery Auto Malaysia Vice President, Lee Wen Hsiang, explained.
The automaker conducted a thorough investigation into the isolated case and reached out to the parts vendor for further clarification. “Following a comprehensive investigation, the vendor reported that the issue was due to a facility upgrade during which a worn-out tip of the automated welding machine was replaced by a new welding tip. The replacement of the new welding tip resulted in a miscalibration of the equipment,” said Lee.
As a direct result, the automaker says that there are a total of 60 units of Omoda 5 vehicles with the affected parts in Malaysia, produced on 15 August 2023. Chery Auto Malaysia has since taken additional precautionary measures by casting a wider net by implementing a special service campaign to call in and inspect OMODA 5 vehicles with rear axles produced between 14 to 17 August 2023, totalling 600 units.
“Chery Auto Malaysia views this matter most seriously as customer safety is our utmost priority. We are in the process of reaching out to customers of the affected Vehicle Identification Numbers (VIN) to request them to bring their vehicle to our authorised service centres for a detailed inspection.
“We have also set up a website for Omoda 5 users to confirm their vehicles are not affected which can be done by simply keying in their Vehicle Identification Number (VIN). Our authorised service centres and technicians are well prepared to serve our customers
potentially affected by this,” Lee concluded.Chery Auto Malaysia has confirmed that no other vehicles by the brand are affected.
Owners of Omoda 5 can check if their vehicles are affected by keying in their VIN number at https://www.chery.my/chery-product-update
As of 3 May 2024, Chery Auto Malaysia has contacted more than 53% (32/60) of the affected owners.
To ensure Chery customers are well informed, a weekly update will be publicly shared to provide ongoing information about the status of the recall programme.
Chery Auto Malaysia thanks all our customers for their patience, understanding and cooperation, and the Ministry of Transport for its advice and guidance in this matter.
For queries kindly contact the Chery Malaysia Customer Careline at +603 – 2771 7070 (Monday to Friday, 8:30am to 5:30pm).
