Smart #1 News in Malaysia

With demand for battery electric vehicles (BEVs) growing significantly in Malaysia in 2023, Smart’s Malaysian distributor Pro-Net announced that the Smart #1 has cemented its position as the 3rd best-selling model in the premium BEV SUV segment priced above RM 180k. Smart is also ranked among the top 4 best-selling BEV brands in Malaysia last year. Zhang Qiang, Chief Executive Officer of Smart Malaysia said, “This milestone reflects the growing demand for urban mobility solutions in the region a

CY Foong

Apr 16, 2024

Smart Malaysia has commenced deliveries for the new Smart #1 Pro, the base variant of its product lineup in Malaysia. The Pro is the cheapest variant in the #1 range, which is priced as below: Smart #1 Pro - RM 189,000 Smart #1 Premium - RM 219,000 Smart #1 Brabus - RM 249,000 The entry-level Smart #1 Pro comes with a smaller 49 kWh LFP battery, offering a WLTP-rated range of 315 km, powering a rear-mounted (RWD) single electric motor delivering 272 PS and 343 Nm. All variants accept a maximum D

Sanjay

Mar 7, 2024

Proton New Energy Technology Sdn Bhd (Pro-Net), the sole authorized distributor of Smart vehicles in Malaysia, announced today that three more dealers have joined its network. Naza Automotive Group will operate Smart Petaling Jaya (near Federal Highway), Fook Loi Eurocar for Kota Kinabalu, and Hoi Keen Service for Kuantan. Pro-Net says the three new outlets will begin operating in Q3 and Q4 this year. The list of Smart dealers in Malaysia in operation, as of today, are as follows: Alor Setar: Le

Hans

Mar 4, 2024

My first few moments with the Smart #1 Brabus were filled with laughter. My two driving companions were bemused as I was cackling non-stop throughout our lap around the Pinnacle Kart circuit in Subang Jaya. While the Smart #1 Brabus has as much pin-up potential as a picture of a pitted prune, its acceleration figures are deemed worthy among posterized supercars that plastered the bedroom walls of our younger days. Smart claims it can go from 0-100 km/h in 3.9 seconds and though I didn’t reach th

CY Foong

Feb 24, 2024

In conjunction with this year’s Chinese New Year celebrations, Smart Malaysia has announced its exclusive Lóng龙-evity Deals to start the year with a brand new Smart #1 electric vehicle. The Smart Malaysia Lóng龙-evity Deals take place throughout three weekends; new buyers can enjoy special offers, including low-interest rates and a complimentary SmartCharge Home Charger 1 valued at RM3,200, along with a 2-Year Warranty and RM3,888 worth of charging credits when they purchase any variant of the sm

Arvind

Feb 15, 2024

Proton Commerce, a joint venture between Proton’s sales arm Proton Edar, and CIMB Bank announced today that it disbursed a total of 27,288 loans to Proton car buyers in Malaysia in 2023. The figure is a new high for Proton Commerce, rising in tandem with Proton’s recent record of 154,611 units sold – its highest since 2012. This also means that 18 percent of Proton cars sold last year were financed by Proton Commerce. The Proton Saga is the financing arm’s most important model, contributing 61 p

Hans

Jan 29, 2024

Since its Malaysian (and ASEAN) debut on 21 November 2023, 200 units of the Smart #1 electric vehicle (EV) have been registered nationwide. Owners have been overwhelmingly positive towards the unique blend of Mercedes touch and Geely advanced technology. To usher in the new year, Smart Malaysia announced additional enhancements to the Hello Smart App. The updated app now facilitates debit or credit card payments, allowing owners to effortlessly pay and charge their vehicles or purchase in-car in

CY Foong

Jan 17, 2024

Smart Malaysia has proudly announced that 100 units of the Smart #1 electric vehicle (EV) have been delivered across the country within a month. The delivery success is made possible thanks to the 10 strategically located Smart outlets across Malaysia which ensures the majority of customers receive their cars within just one month. In a press release, Smart Malaysia acknowledged that its dedicated sales specialists played a crucial role in handling all the essential details to streamline the car

CY Foong

Dec 19, 2023

"Character" serves as more than just an adjective; it's a rationale, a sort of justification that some of us car guys use to romanticise our interactions with a car. Said car is typically a few decades old, more often than not falling apart. Strange noises? Nah, it's just part of its character. We tend to anthropomorphise these cars, attributing human-like flaws to them, and some might go so far as to describe it as a soul within the machinery. After spending a few days with the Smart #1, I disc

Shaun

Dec 18, 2023

Smart Malaysia has announced that bookings for the Smart #1 reached 1,000 units within weeks of its launch on 21 November. Zhang Qiang, Chief Executive Officer of Smart Malaysia, said, "The success of Smart #1 reflects not only the excellence of our product but also our dedication to providing a seamless and enjoyable ownership experience. "The comprehensive warranty coverage, complimentary packages, and the SmartCharge Home Charger offer are a testament to our commitment to customer satisfactio

Shaun

Dec 7, 2023