The new E-Class gets its Malaysian launch - Locally assembled E200 and E350e Plug in Hybrids offered

 

The car favoured by many Malaysian businessmen has been improved. Mercedes-Benz Malaysia has launched the latest and feature packed E-Class sedan here. The variants of the new E-Class official sold here are locally assembled and are the Mercedes-Benz E 200 and Mercedes-Benz E 350 e plug-in hybrid..This continues the E-Class legacy here as for over 75 years, the model has actually been the standard for what is the epitome of a mid-range luxury sedan. Can't call it mid-sized, as the current range of E-Classes are large sized cars these days you know.

Of course, being a Mercedes-Benz, the luxury sedan is laden with technology and the latest in equipment. This time, even the infotainment system get an upgrade. The new E-Class is touted as the most advanced business sedan with its artificial intelligence (AI) learning capabilities via “routines” making everyday tasks easier by learning and automating frequently used comfort systems. The new E-Class ups the connectivity needs with 5G and video conferencing, and also offers third-party app compatibility for video streaming, gaming, and internet browsing, ensuring constant connection and entertainment. 

The Mercedes-Benz E 200 is fitted with a mild hybrid system which delivers an additional 17 kW of power and up to 205 Nm of torque boost to the 2.0liter 204hp 320Nm turbocharged petrol engine, As for the range topping plug-in hybrid, the E 350 e is capable of achieving a fully electric drive of up to 118 km (WLTP).  It gets the same 2.0liter engine but gets a 95kW motor and 440Nm torque. You then add the 204Hp to the 95kW you get about 320hp in total meaning the E350 e is fast - 0-100kmh in 6.4seconds with a top speed of 236kmh (note that the E200 can do 0-100kmh in 7.3seconds but has a maximum speed of 240kmh, so there)

Mercedes Benz Malaysia launches the EQE 350+ Electric Art Line, EQE 350+ AMG Line EV sedans and the EQE 350+ SUV Electric Art Line &EQE 350+ SUV AMG Line

Mercedes-Benz Malaysia had launched four new Mercedes-Benz EQE variants in conjunction with the roll out of Star Elegance, a first-of-its-kind lifestyle retail concept within the automotive industry, which made its debut at Hap Seng Star Bukit Tinggi. The concept, tailored for those that need a little pampering while waiting to get their Mercedes-Benz matters can look forward to getting their nails done in comfort. Anyway, this article is about the new Mercedes-Benz EQE EVs launched at the same time as Star Elegance

Rolls-Royce launches the eighth generation Phantom limousine in Malaysia

Rolls-Royce's latest generation of the iconic and luxurious Phantom arrives in Malaysia in its Series II form. The Phantom, is elegance and timeless luxury redefined for this current time and still looks timeless at ever. The exclusive launch event took place at Glasshouse @ Seputeh yesterday. 

The Mercedes-Benz EQE debuts in Malaysia - the EQE 350+ at RM419K

Mercedes-Benz Malaysia introduced the all-new EQE, the all-new electric business avant-garde from the Mercedes-EQ sub-brand earlier today. This unveiling comes after the successful launch of the EQS, and the EQE is the next model based on the electric vehicle architecture (EVA2) developed specifically for electric vehicles.  Technically an all-electric Mercedes-Benz E class, the sporty business sedan offers all the essential functions of the EQS in a slightly more compact format.

BENTLEY KUALA LUMPUR CELEBRATES 25 YEARS OF BENTLEY IN MALAYSIA WITH THE LAUNCH OF THE FLYING SPUR HYBRID

It has been a good 25 years for Bentley here in Malaysia. The brand has grown from strength to strength and persevered throughout the years to bring some truly great brand experiences to its loyal customers in Malaysia. So in conjunction with the anniversary, Bentley Kuala Lumpur has previewed the latest variant of their limousine, the 2023 Bentley Flying Spur Hybrid. Aside from bringing a hybrid Bentley, it also signals the market’s maturity in charging infrastructure and a move for the brand to be carbon neutral. Bentley Kuala Lumpur like its parent company has started on its journey to achieve carbon neutrality by 2023.

The Facelifted BMW 7 Series Has Been Launched with One Variant for Now - The 740Le xDrive Pure Excellence

Aside from launching their new flagship SUV, the BMW X7 SAV, BMW Malaysia had finally unveiled the New BMW 7 Series. Sporting some restyled bits, notably the more prominent front end, the New BMW 7 Series will be offered here in only one variant for now, - the BMW 740Le xDrive Pure Excellence variant. This is a new-generation Plug-In Hybrid Electric Vehicle (PHEV) which has a range of around 46km in electric mode and will cost interested parties RM594,000 before any insurance.

BMW X7 Launched - BMW Malaysia Launches BMW'S Flagship SUV here in Malaysia

BMW Malaysia has launched the First-Ever BMW X7 luxury SUV here in Malaysia.This is the largest BMW SUV series to date.BMW calls this their luxury-class BMW Sports Activity Vehicle (SAV) which they believe will set a new benchmark in the luxury segment. We get one variant - the BMW X7 xDrive40i Pure Excellence and its asking price is RM 888,800.00 before insurance. It was launched together with the facelifted 7 Series on the 11th of July 2019.

Video - First Drive in the 2019 Mercedes-Benz S560e Plug-in Hybrid S-Class

Hello folks. This is our first drive in the new 2019 Mercedes-Benz S560e Plug-in Hybrid S-Class. A short drive around a circuit that was set up at an airstrip, but we managed some fun, high speed driving nonetheless. [Launch article and specs are HERE]

The New 2019 Mercedes-Benz S560 e Plug-in Hybrid is Now Offered in Malaysia - RM658,888+++

-New variant of Mercedes-Benz’s flagship model, the 2019 Mercedes-Benz S 560 e is the first ever S-Class plug in hybrid in Malaysia featuring state of the art safety and assistance systems and is priced at RM658,888 onwards.

-The 2019 S560e Hybrid system has a total system output of up to 475 hp - A combination of 367 hp of the 3.0 V6 petrol engine and 122hp of the EQ Power. 0-100km/h in 5.0 seconds, with an all-electric range of up to 50 km.

So Mercedes-Benz Malaysia has launched a new hybrid S-Class after a short absence. The 2019 S 560 e joins the Malaysian S-Class line-up. The latest model is a new generation of plug-in hybrid that offers customers the best of both worlds where it can be driven on battery power alone in the city and on the combustion engine when on longer drives. The new S560e can do 50km on electric power alone.

BMW Malaysia Introduces the BMW 520i Luxury and the 530e M Sport Variants

BMW has introduced two new BMW 5 Series variants for the Malaysian market. These are the New BMW 530e M Sport and the New BMW 520i Luxury. The prices for the New BMW 530e M Sport is RM 338,800.00 and the New BMW 520i Luxury will cost RM 328,800.00. The prices are on the road, without insurance, and with BMW Group Malaysia’s latest 5 Years Unlimited Mileage Warranty, Free Scheduled Service Programme and BMW Tyre Warranty Programme). 

BMW Launches The 8 - A New 8 Series After a Long Absence with the M850i xDrive as the Sole Variant Offered in Malaysia

Yesterday I attended BMW Group Malaysia's launch of The 8. This, like The 7, is not like a 3, 5, or even an X5, is the flagship coupe in BMW's premium vehicle lineup.  The 8, in this 850i form, is fitted with a 4.4 liter V8 engine coupled to the BMW xDrive intelligent all-wheel drive system and BMW Efficient Lightweight design measures. According to BMW, this New 8 series, the second after many, many years, is BMW's entry once again into the full-sized grand touring, sports coupe segment.

New Prices for Certain BMW Models in Malaysia Announced and Chinese New Year 2019 Offers - CNY@BMW

CNY@BMW offers and promos are ongoing. BMW Malaysia is offering Chinese New Year  deals with attractive promotions, rebates and competitive financing solutions starting from 0.88% across a wide range of BMW models, at all authorised BMW dealerships. Aside from that, they have also announced the latest prices for the BMW 318i Luxury, the BMW 530i M Sport, the BMW 630i GT and the BMW X1 sDrive 20i Sport (which also sport a new alloy wheel design).