Another Mazda came to town! This time around, it’s the SUV – CX-5. While Mazda also sold the previous generation CX-5 in Malaysia, we can barely see one on our road. However, this CX-5 is set to change the scene, with already more than 600 bookings right after tha launching. There will be 2 variants for the CX-5, a 2WD and a AWD, where the former is priced at RM155k while the latter is priced at RM165k (OTR without insurance).
Picture this, your first owned fully paid-up car has served well past its expected service life and you now require more boot space for additional family members. Life’s quality is expected improve further on so you target something different to impress your peers and neighbors without breaking the bank. If you really are in such a situation then have a look at Volkswagen’s new Polo Sedan.
Kia’s all-new luxury flagship sedan is now officially available for sale in Korea. It is known as the “K9″ in Korea. However, the new flagship sedan will have a different name in overseas markets.
Engine and specification:
The K9 is offered in Korea with two petrol engines. Equipped with 3.3-liter V6 petrol engine, it has a capacity to deliver 296 HP of maximum power. Another engine is equipped with twin DOHC 3.8-litre Lambda V6 engines with dual continuously variable valve timing (CVVT) and a variable intake system (VIS); it has a capacity to deliver 329 HP of maximum power. K9 is mated with Kia’s all-new eight-speed automatic transmission. Four driving modes are available such as Eco, Normal, Sport and Snow to allow the driver to choose a preferred model for various road conditions or driving styles.
It also features a suspension system with electronically controlled air suspension with five-link front and rear suspension geometry.
Exterior, Interior & Safety:
On the exterior, K9 has a long wheelbase which gives a generous first impression. With a 5,090 mm overall length and 3,045 mm wheelbase, K9 presents ample front and rear passenger space. The car will be made with ultra-stiff bodyshell. K9 exterior is all about graceful simplicity, balanced proportions and plain surfaces.
Premium comfort features comprise a 12.3-inch full size Thin Film Transistor (TFT) LCD cluster, a HUD (head-up display), twin 9.2-inch monitors to entertain back seat occupants and an extraordinary 17-channel, 17-speaker Lexicon (by Harman) sound system. In addition, it comes with Smart Cruise Control (SCC) which adjusts the vehicle’s speed to maintain the distance from the vehicle in front.
In terms of safety, K9 comes with fully adaptive all-LED headlamps, Lane Departure Warning System (LDWS), radar-based Blind-Spot Detection (BSD) and an Around-View Monitor (AVM) with four cameras depending on model.
The Japanese based automaker Toyota will be launching the new Toyota Camry in Malaysia soon. It is already open for pre-booking in Malaysia. The Toyota Camry for the local Malaysian market will be same to the Toyota Aurion in Australia. More details about the all-new Toyota Camry will be announced close to its debut. In Australia, the Toyota Aurion is available in five trim levels such as AT-X, Prodigy, Presara, Sportivo SX6 and Sportivo ZR6.
Right from its first generation’s launched almost a decade ago, the Honda Jazz has always been spot on as a urban runabout. Versatile, compact, frugal, spacious interior yet relatively stylish, it would have been a runaway success it if it was not for its steep asking price. Now however with hybrid vehicles exempted from import and excise duty, Honda Malaysia has taken full advantage by introducing the Hybrid variant at a much affordable RM94,800 including insurance.
The Volkswagen Polo Sedan has been launched by the German based automaker in Malaysia. Volkswagen Polo Sedan is priced at RM99, 888, not including registration and insurance. The price has made a lot of car enthusiasts are delighted. This model will be offering Malaysians the first Volkswagen model, at a price below RM100, 000.
The Japanese based automaker Nissan has recently launched the all-new Nissan E52 Elgrand in Malaysia. This is the third generation of Nissan Elgrand launched through the official distributor of Nissan cars Edaran Tan Chong Motor Sdn Bhd (ETCM) in Malaysia. The company has put the model price range at RM384, 863 so that it can compete well with other similar model in the market. Price stated is excluding road tax and insurance, in Malaysia. The vehicles come with a 3-year or 100,000km warranty whichever comes first.
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