Unleashed as one of the highlights at the ongoing Thailand International Motor Expo 2023, Hyundai Thailand has officially launched the 2023 Hyundai Elantra N sports sedan with a price tag of THB 2.99 million (~RM 398k). This marks the first model introduction from Hyundai’s ‘N’ performance sub-brand in Thailand as well as the return of the Elantra nameplate, which was discontinued previously in 2015. Also read: Priced from RM 117k in Korea, 2021 Hyundai Elantra N debuts with 6MT, 280 PS/392 Nm T

As we progress through the second half of 2023, let’s round up the cars that are likely to be launched in Malaysia by the end of this year. There are still quite a few, so we’ll be splitting this up into sections, starting with non-EV SUVs. Without delay, we’re going straight in. 2023 BMW X5 (G05) facelift Earlier this year in February, the G05 2023 BMW X5 was given a mid-cycle refresh with redesigned front and rear ends, refreshed interior with the curved dual-widescreen display, plus updated e

Recently, rumours surfaced from Thailand automotive portals claiming that Geely are in talks with Thailand’s Board of Investment (BoI) to set up a new factory. We reached out to Geely for clarification and the Hangzhou-based company responded by saying that there’s no truth to that. While the rumour has been squashed by Geely, expect market talks of Proton doing CKD operations in Thailand and Indonesia to intensify in the coming years, because there is no other way to get around both countries'

Alongside the JCW 3 Door facelift, MINI Malaysia has also launched the 2021 MINI JCW Countryman facelift. As before, it’s fully imported from the UK and is priced at RM 383,463 (OTR without insurance, inclusive of SST discount and extended warranty with service package). Powertrain remains unchanged; the B48 2.0-litre turbocharged engine makes 306 PS and 450 Nm of torque (up by 114 PS/170 Nm from the Cooper S version). Drive is sent to all four wheels via an 8-speed automatic transmission. 0-100

Hyundai Malaysia has announced that the 2021 Hyundai Elantra is due to launch before the end of 2020. The new Elantra which will be sold at an estimated price of RM1XX,888 is now open for booking with a fee of RM777. Customers can visit www.hyundai.com.my for more information or walk in to at any Hyundai showroom nationwide to secure their bookings. The new Hyundai Elantra is expected to excite the market with a distinctive and unconventional design that has not been seen before in an automobile

Proton X70 Just as Proton is set to resume all showrooms and service outlets tomorrow, the national carmaker has announced that their 2020 Proton X70 CKD will be updated with an N95 cabin filter. This is a very timely update as the world is facing unprecedented times against the Covid-19 pandemic. This marks the first running change on the X70 CKD since it was launched in February 2020. Proton X70 The updated feature is actually part of Geely’s commitment to introduce safer and healthy cars afte