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

PROTON have a new 2024 Hari Raya tearjerker short film out featuring the Proton S70 and an appearance by the Proton Edar CEO inside it - PROTON X Little Joe 2024 Syurgaku

PROTON premiered their latest Hari Raya short film at a buka puasa event with the media yesterday. The tearjerker of a short film was produced in collaboration with Elite Definition Sdn Bhd, the exclusive distributor for Little Joe Air Freshener in Malaysia. This year’s PROTON Hari Raya short film - PROTON X Little Joe is titled Syurgaku, or My Heaven. It showcases the new Proton S70 C-segment sedan, as well as Proton's 3S/4S outlets.. With a run time of nearly 22 minutes, it features popular Malaysian actors Shaheizy Sam, Sharifah Amani and Fauziah Ahmad Daud under the direction of local actor and director, Pekin Ibrahim. 

GWM Malaysia announces that their new ORA 07 battery electric sedan is now open for Booking

Another mid-sized EV sedan is coming to town folks! GWM Malaysia has annouced that their GWM ORA 07 fastback styled sedan is now open for booking. This is the latest edition to the retro looking current range of Great Wall Motors' cars to be sold in Malaysia. The Ora Good Cat compact hatchback comes to mind with its unique looks. This ORA 07 definitely takes after that with its rounded styling cues. Quite different from the usual fare we get and somehow blends German retro styling to modern tech. 

PROTON Launches the new Proton S70 1.5T Sedan - Prices and details, Brochure and Photos too. - Link to our video review also.

 PROTON has finally launched the S70 sedan earlier this evening. If you've been following the blog you would have known that I have already driven Proton's newest C segment sedan and you can view all four parts of my initial drive over here in the previous article covering that preview drive. Now, Proton has finally revealed the prices for the four variants that will be offered here and I must say that the packages at launch as well as the prices are actually very tempting. 

VIDEO - Preview of the upcoming PROTON S70 1.5T sedan - Our thoughts and Opinions after test driving it at the PROTON Test Track in Shah Alam

Sometime in early November 2023 we were invited by PROTON to try out their new C segment sedan, the 2024 Proton S70 1.5T sedan. This is their first all-new sedan since Geely came into the picture. Based on their BMA platform, this B/C segment car is based on the Geely Emgrand but we now think of this as a full C segment sedan as the car is actually nothing like a B segment sized car. It is as wide, and as long as a C segment sedan (think Toyota Corolla size – Corolla has an overall length of 4,630mm while the S70 is 4,638mm on a slightly shorter wheelbase).

Anyway, this video presentation is divided into four videos - Parts 1 to 4

The All-Electric BMW 5-Series - i5 eDrive40 M is now available in Malaysia

Last weekend, BMW Malaysia launched the All-Electric BMW 5 Series sports sedan, the i5 eDrive40 M Sport at the Premium Auto Care Expo (PACE) 2023. This First-Ever All-Electric BMW i5 eDrive40 M Sport is an addition to the very popular BMW 5 Series range of performance sedans, introducing a new era of driving excellence to the series. It is said to offer unparalleled luxury, but also redefines the cutting-edge innovation and design language within the BMW i fleet as well as being part of the 5 series range of vehicles, BMW Malaysia has announced that the sports sedan will cost RM 419,800.00

The 2023 BMW i5 eDrive40 M Sport full electric sports sedan makes 250kW / 340hp and has a published electric range of up to 582 kilometers (WLTP). The electrical prowess can be further amplified by the innovative Max Range function, which enhances efficiency by 25 percent through comfort function deactivation and adjustments to the power and speed limitations (i,e useful programming to ensure drivetrain efficiency). Adding to its thrilling performance, the i5 eDrive40 M Sport harnesses a peak torque of 430Nm in Sport Boost, which allows this EV to do 0 to 100 km/h in a 6.0 seconds and hit a top speed of 193km/h (limited by the usual single speed EV transmission that most of these sort of cars have. 

The upcoming Proton S70 is now open for booking - Production of the new B/C segment sized 1.5 turbocharged sedan is up and running over in Tanjung Malim

On 31st October 2023,  PROTON officially unveiled its upcoming model, the Proton S70, at a line-off ceremony presided over by the Secretary General of the Ministry of Investment, Trade, and Industry, (MITI), Dato’ Hairil Yahri Yaacob. Rolling off the company’s Tanjong Malim production line, the Proton S70 is the first all-new addition to its sedan line-up since the launch of the Proton Persona in August2016.

UMW Toyota Motor has unveiled the new 2023 Toyota Corolla GR Sport and improved 2023 Corolla 1.8G and 1.8E

UMW Toyota Motor Sdn Bhd (UMWT), who are the official distributor of Toyota vehicles in Malaysia, has launched the All-New 2023 Improved 2023 Toyota Corolla 1.8G and 1.8E with a new third higher specified variant, the Toyota Corolla GR Sport. The prices for the refreshed range of Corolla cars here are RM139,800 for the 1.8E, RM147,800 for the 1.8G and you add another RM5,000 for the GR Sport package to the 1.8G for the Corolla GR Sport making it come in at RM152,800.00 for a sportier Corolla that comes with Gazoo Racing bits, most notably a suspension and wheel/tyre upgrade.

The Award winning Hyundai IONIQ 6 is now available in Malaysia - 2 Variants from RM289,888 onwards

Friday, the 21st of July 2023 marked Hyundai-Sime Darby Motors (HSDM) official launch of the  Hyundai IONIQ 6 battery electric car in Malaysia. The IONIQ 6 is a winner of three prestigious global acolades – the 2023 World Car of the Year, 2023 World Electric Vehicle of the Year and 2023 World Car Design of the Year. This streamliner type all-electric sedan is Hyundai’s second IONIQ model and also its second recipient of the three aforementioned World Car Awards after the IONIQ 5 in 2022 and is now available in Malaysia in two variants, priced on-the-road before insurance, at RM289,888 for the Max RWD variant and RM319,888 for the Max AWD variant, inclusive of an eight-year/160,000 km battery warranty. 

4TH Generation Toyota Vios launched - Two variants with UMW Toyota already receiving over 5,000 bookins for this popular compact sedan

Sometime after 8.00pm yesterday UMW Toyota Motor had unveiled the fourth-generation Toyota Vios at a media launch event in Kuala Lumpur. This popular subcompact sedan has been a bestseller in the Malaysian non-national car market since its introduction in 2003 with more than half a million units sold so this new model boasts improved performance, quicker acceleration, and new technology, making it an even more compelling choice for customers looking for a reliable, efficient, and affordable car. Two variants will be offered, the 1.5G and the 1.5E of which are priced at RM95,500 and RM89,600, respectively.

The New BMW M340i xDrive and New Long Wheelbase BMW 330Li M Sport is now available in Malaysia

BMW Malaysia has added two new variants to the BMW 3 Series line-up with the unveiling of the New BMW M340i xDrive and New long wheelbase BMW 330Li M Sport. This new releases comes following the unveiling of three new BMW 3 Series variants in January of this year. These two new variants highlights the versatility of the mid-sized premium executive sedan (I remember the ol' days when the 3 Series was considered a compact premium!!!)   is further demonstrated with the introduction of its performance and long-wheelbase variants.

All-New Toyota Vios will be launched tomorrow evening - Longer wheelbase, Camry Looks....a lot to like from this B segment sedan

Taking centre stage tomorrow evening is the  launch of the All-New Toyota Vios. Mostly new with its new interior and exterior design incorporating new technology (lighter and longer in wheelbase) and features, set to attract, excite and inspire. All of these coupled to a reliable 106hp 1.5liter engine and a 7 Speed cvt transmission should make it a decent drive in all aspects.

(NOTE - LAUNCH ARTICLE is here - https://motoring-malaysia.blogspot.com/2023/03/4th-generation-toyota-vios-launched-two.html)

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.

Audi A3 Sedan S Line now on Sale in Malaysia & Audi RS 3 Sedan Now Open for Booking

PHS Automotive Malaysia, the authorised distributors of Audi cars here recently announced the launch of the all-new Audi A3 Sedan S line (pictured above) and that you can also register your booking for the very much hotter Audi RS 3 Sedan (below). Both are fully imported, which is why they have prices that match. The Audi A3 Sedan S line retails from RM331,990, inclusive of duties and sales tax while the Audi RS 3 Sedan is  now open for booking with a price range of RM650,000 to RM750,000

Launch Photos: 2021 Proton Saga R3 Limited Edition

Like the previous limited Proton Saga sold last year, the new 2021 Proton Saga R3 Limited Edition is a tarted up Saga with sporty looking bits. These were made to celebrate PROTON’s successful motorsports division, R3. The R3 badge has always been reserved for the sportiest Proton models and PROTON believes that the Saga is worthy recipients of this moniker due to the fact that these cars actually performed well during the recent Merdeka Endurance Races. 

Launch Photos: 2021 Proton Persona Black Edition

As the name suggests, the 2021Proton Persona Black Edition is presented in black with gold accents subtly accentuating the bumpers and alloy wheels. Inside, it comes with black leatherette seats, door trims and floor console with black treatment for the headlining,

Video: Preview of the All-New 2021 Hyundai Elantra 7th Generation (CN7) in Malaysia - Extra Thoughts and Photos Inside

Alright folks! The All-New 2021 Hyundai Elantra (CN7) C segment sedan has been previewed in Malaysia and we had a chance to attend the media preview. Thanks to Malaysian distributors Hyundai-Sime Darby Motors. So as usual, we made a video about it. These are our thoughts about the actually gorgeous looking compact sedan (which actually isn't so compact these days as cars have gone larger by a fair bit). Malaysia is getting only 1 variant, the 1.6liter normally aspirated SmartStream engined variant with a Hyundai IVT (CVT for you and me) 8 virtual speeds transmission. It is fully imported, open for bookings and whilst prices have not been announced yet it should not be around RM120K but more closer to the RM140k mark as it is fully loaded with a lot of features.

Enhanced Toyota Vios Soon to be Launched - Now Open for Booking

Right after announcing the new Toyota Yaris slight facelift and equipment upgrade, UMW Toyota Motor have announced that the best selling Vios will shortly be sold with a front end refresh and will also come equipped with more premium safety features. The new refreshed for 2021 Toyota Vios compact sedan will be available for booking from today onwards and you can book either online or at all authorised Toyota Showrooms throughout Malaysia.

The All-New 8th Generation Hyundai Sonata is Launched in Malaysia - Only 1 Variant Offered with the 2.5liter Engine

Aside from launching the new 2020 Hyundai Kona compact SUV (that article is HERE) via their Facebook page (due to the current pandemic restrictions put in place here in good ol' Malaysia), Hyundai-Sime Darby Motors (HSDM) had also launched the all-new 8th generation 2020 Hyundai Sonata sedan.This D-segment sedan will be Hyundai's most premium offering, is fully imported from South Korea and will come in only one variant - the SmartStream G2.5 version and priced at RM206,888 onwards.