The entry-variant BYD Seal, the Dynamic Standard Range, has been launched in Malaysia, priced at RM 163,800. Fully imported (CBU) from China, the new variant gives a more wallet-friendly option, but don’t go thinking “entry-level” means it skimps on the good stuff. Sure, it’s the least powerful of the bunch, but the Dynamic Standard Range still packs a decent punch. Under the bonnet – or rather, the rear axle – it’s got the same 204 PS motor you’ll find in the BYD Atto 3 Extended Range and Dolph

Shaun

Sep 6, 2024

BYD will be launching a new brand in Malaysia by Q1 2025, confirmed Eagle Zhao, Managing Director of BYD Malaysia, during the launch of the BYD Seal Dynamic variant this morning. Zhao later clarified that the new brand will be Denza. Apart from its namesake BYD-badged cars, BYD’s portfolio of brands include Denza, Yangwang, and Formula Bao. Of the three, only Denza offers right-hand drive models. Specifically, Denza’s sole right-hand drive model is the recently launched in Hong Kong Denza D9, a

Hans

Sep 6, 2024

Hyundai-Sime Darby Motors (HSDM) has officially opened bookings for the locally assembled (CKD) 2024 Hyundai Santa Fe facelift. Following its initial preview in November 2023, the three-row, seven-seater SUV is now available for reservation, offered in three variants: Santa Fe Hybrid Plus, Santa Fe Hybrid Max, and Santa Fe Diesel Max, priced between RM 195,888 and RM 215,888. The first 100 bookings will also receive an early bird discount of RM 10,000, depending on the variant. Also read: 2023 H

Arvind

Sep 6, 2024

When it comes to making a Porsche that's truly one's own, then few do it better than the manufacturer's own Sonderwunsch. Though in English it translates to a rather undramatic 'Special Requests', they're the people responsible for hyper-personalised vehicles; whether its one-offs, a series of racecar homages, or even bringing a movie character to life. For the newly-launched 2025 Porsche Taycan, this is the result of a very specific vision – the Taycan Turbo S Celestial Jade. Developed together

Sanjay

Sep 5, 2024

The new 2024 Toyota Camry (XV80) was recently launched in Singapore, making it the first market in the ASEAN region to receive the snazzy D-Segment sedan. If you thought cars were expensive in Malaysia, note the sole Elegance Hybrid (HEV) variant priced at SGD 246,888 (~RM 821k) inclusive of COE, which is roughly what you would pay for a BMW M4 in Malaysia. Also read: New 2024 Toyota Camry (XV80) makes ASEAN debut in Singapore - From equivalent of RM 821k, hybrid-only Despite carrying a new mode

Arvind

Sep 5, 2024