Volkswagen Passenger Cars Malaysia (VPCM) has announced a new promotion offering an additional 2 years of free maintenance on its popular models, the Arteon R-Line, Tiguan Allspace R-Line, and Elegance. This promotion provides customers with up to RM 9,600 worth of savings and a total of 5 years free maintenance (or 75,000 km, whichever comes first) on top of the current 5 years manufacturer warranty and roadside assistance. The Arteon R-Line boasts a powerful 2.0-litre turbocharged engine that

Fresh off the lot, our WapCar Ratings sees the facelifted 2021 Volkswagen Arteon R-Line go through our instrumented tests. Locally-assembled (CKD) in Pekan, Pahang, the swoopy sedan is a rival to the BMW 3 Series (G20) and Mercedes-Benz C-Class. Please keep in mind that scores of the VW Arteon is only relative to its segment and not the entirety of the new-car market. VW Arteon R-Line: Driving Performance - 42/50, Good power and control VW Arteon R-Line - Facts and Figures Engine 2.0-litre, turb

“Badge is important.” If this phrase resonates with you, then no matter the outcome of this review, the 2021 Volkswagen Arteon R-Line facelift will not win you over its rivals like the BMW 3 Series or the Mercedes-Benz C-Class. So I’ll just start with the verdict – if you have RM 250k to spare for a “premium” sedan, look no further than the Volkswagen Arteon. Bold statement? Well, having had the privilege of experiencing most of its class rivals, I can say that with conviction. And no, hand on m

Volkswagen Passengers Cars Malaysia (VPCM) has today introduced a new Volkswagen Cares app to elevate ownership experience for customers. Launched as part of Volkswagen Cares initiative, the new app will replace the older version with immediate effect. VPCM developed the new app with customers in mind, taking into account feedbacks before introducing new functions and enhanced features to further improve user journey. The new Volkswagen Cares app is now a one-stop centre housing various sales an

Remember the white display unit of the Volkswagen Arteon 4Motion R-Line that was previewed at Volkswagen’s road show in Setia Alam in 2018? The one with a stonking 280 PS / 400 Nm 2.0-litre TSI engine and 7-speed DSG (to be confirmed, 8-speed is also available for US) paired to a Haldex 4Motion all-wheel drivetrain, basically the Golf R’s engine and transmission. The one that was opened for bookings in July 2019 with an estimated price of between RM 290k to RM 310k. Just when everyone has moved

With a sleek fastback silhouette and coupe-style frameless doors, the VW Arteon is one of a kind. Priced at RM 221,065 (without SST, applicable until 31-Dec 2020), there’s nothing else in the market at this price point. The BMW 4 Series Gran Coupe has been temporarily discontinued, pending arrival of the new generation model (yet to be announced) but even when it does, it will be priced closer to RM 400,000. The Mercedes-Benz CLS 350 sits one segment too high and has an asking price of over RM 5