The naturally aspirated NR-VE engines have been a staple on the Perodua Myvi and Toyota Vios for years. The 1.3-litre 1NR-VE and 1.5-litre 2NR-VE are robust powerplants but despite their bulletproof reliability, they are due to be replaced especially in the new DNGA era. The Daihatsu New Generation Architecture platform is used on the all-new AC100 Toyota Vios and will underpin the next-generation Perodua Myvi. Though the fourth-generation Vios is powered by the venerable 2NR-VE, it may receive

In this upwardly mobile society, having a means of transportation is a necessity and in places where public transport is either absent or inefficient, having your own car is a must. While some might see them as a luxury, there are those who needed them to supplement their income or to commute. That said, for many who are budget-conscious, the threshold of owning a brand-new car shouldn’t breach the six-figure mark. While there are plenty of cars likely to be launched here in Malaysia in 2023, we

Sitting alongisde the 2020 Toyota GR Yaris at UMW Toyota Motor (UMWT)'s Shah Alam headquarters is this, the 2020 Toyota Vios GR Sport. Much like the GR Yaris, it also has some commendations of its own which we'll go through as we progress in this article. Actually when you think about it, the Vios GR Sport's appearance is rather left-field. Nobody really expected it, but hey, we now have what is the first-ever locally-assembled (CKD) Toyota car to wear the GR Sport badge. Exterior - more than ju

With prices starting from just RM 95,000, it’s no surprise why the Proton X70 became a hit among Malaysians. Proton X70 gallery Even in its range-topping Premium X trim, RM 122,800 isn’t a lot of money, considering the amount of features the Proton X70 offers. Keep in mind that for the same price you’re paying for a brand-new Proton X70, you can also get a used Honda CR-V. Honda CR-V gallery A quick check on some car listing sites indicate you can get a turbocharged 2017 Honda CR-V 1.5 TC-P or a

Build quality of this fully imported Proton X70 is impeccable and will come as a surprise to many. Fit and finish is impeccable for both the exterior and interior. Paint Thickness (unit: μm) Location Driver Side Passenger Side Front Bonnet 126 - Front Fender 110 119 Front Doors 118 124 Rear Doors 120 126 C-Pillar 129 116 Tailgate 108 - Roof 108 - Average Paint Thickness: 118.5 μm Panel Gaps (unit: mm) Location Driver Side Passenger Side Difference Bonnet 3.5 3.5 0 Front Fender 3.5 4.0 0.5 Front

Based on the X70 Premium Only 62 units available Priced from RM 126,100 Proton has just introduced the X70 Merdeka Edition, a limited-edition version of its popular X70, designed to commemorate Malaysia’s 62nd Independence Day celebration. As such, only 62 units will be made available, each priced from RM 126,100. Only 2 colours are available, namely Snow White and Flame Red. The X70 Merdeka Edition is based on the X70 Premium variant, but with the addition of these extra kit: Quartz Black paint