Setiap insan mempunyai impian untuk mencapai sesuatu di dalam hidupnya. Kebiasaannya, rumah besar dan kereta mewah menjadi penanda aras untuk sesuatu kejayaan. Bercakap mengenai kereta, kita sering bermula dari bawah melalui kereta tempatan seperti Proton Saga, Perodua Axia atau kereta buatan Jepun. Perkara ini menimbulkan persoalan apabila mereka hendak menaik taraf kepada kereta kontinental seperti Mercedes-Benz. Hal ini disebabkan oleh stigma masyarakat yang berpendapat bahawa kereta Eropah m
Nov 10, 2020
The 2021 Mercedes-Benz E-Class (W213) will lose the traditional hood ornament that has adorned so many Mercedes-Benz cars over the years. Mercedes has confirmed the matter after the option was no longer available on the 2021 Mercedes-Benz E-Class (W213) online configurator, as reported by MotorTrend. The 2021 Mercedes-Benz E-Class is expected to launch in Malaysia early 2021. Hood ornaments started out as temperature gauges, but when temperature gauges were moved to the dashboard, hood ornaments
Dec 21, 2020
When it comes to luxury cars, the brand synonymous for the premium market is no doubt Mercedes-Benz. Anybody from a less savvy car person to automotive enthusiasts would dream of buying into the brand as a lifestyle upgrade. But not everybody wants to buy a Mercedes new because, you know, resale value, so what can you do about that? Allow us to direct your attention to a used W212 Mercedes-Benz E-Class. Why a Mercedes-Benz E-Class you ask? The E-Class is the core model for Mercedes-Benz, just li
Nov 21, 2020
It’s no exaggeration to say that the W213 Mercedes E-Class is one of the marque's most important models. In Malaysia, the E-Class is an ever-popular model for executives and towkays alike. The W213-generation E-Class was a hit from its launch in 2016, but a refresh is always welcome. We detail the extensive updates that the 2021 model receives. Exterior Just as its competitors get sharper and better, so does the W213 E-Class. So, what can we expect the 2021 model to feature? Most obvious is the
Jan 2, 2021
Along with the launch of the Mercedes-Benz GLC and GLC Coupe, Mercedes-Benz Malaysia also launched the Mercedes me services. The full suite of connected services will be available from 2020 onwards. Mercedes me allows car owners to remain connected to their cars via their mobile devices. Whether it is starting the engine, getting customer support or simply just checking the fuel level in their cars, owners can easily control the car from an app. All owners need to do is install the app on their
Dec 11, 2019
As the Movement Control Order (MCO) eases up, Mercedes-Benz Malaysia and Mercedes-Benz Services Malaysia resume its business with strict health and safety protocols in place following approval given by the government. Mercedes-Benz dealerships nationwide will reopen, pending approval by the government, and maintenance or repairs carried out at dealerships will be conducted with stringent health protocols. The local assembly plant in Pekan, Pahang resumes its operations from 13 May 2020. Vehicle
May 13, 2020
With a total of 10,020 cars sold and a 1.8 percent market share in 2019, Mercedes-Benz Malaysia (MBM) retains its lead in the premium luxury segment. Although it is a decline from the previous year at 13,079 units. Key launches that took place includes the E-Class with the debuting the E350 AMG Line, E200 Avantgarde and the E300 Exclusive Line, the A-Class sedan with models A200 and A250, the latest GLC and GLE SUV models, the Mercedes-AMG A35, the Mercedes-AMG GT R and GT C. The year also witne
Jan 23, 2020
The 2020 Mercedes-Benz GLB has been caught undisguised in Indonesia, hinting that the model will be launched there very soon. Thanks to rarecarind’s Instagram page, we can see that Indonesia will get the GLB 200, powered by a 1.33-litre turbocharged four-cylinder petrol engine that does 163 PS at 5,500 rpm and 250 Nm from 1,620 rpm to 4,000 rpm. The engine is mated to a 7-speed dual-clutch automatic transmission. Codenamed X247, the Mercedes-Benz GLB is positioned between the Mercedes-Benz GLA a
May 20, 2020
Mercedes-Benz telah maju selangkah dengan barisan model EQ untuk model kereta elektrik. Walaubagaimanapun, Mercedes-Benz Malaysia masih sangsi untuk memperkenalkan model tersebut di negara ini. Dalam suatu wawancara virtual bersama media, Dr. Claus Weidner, Presiden & CEO Mercedes-Benz Malaysia berkata “Kami (MBM) melihat kebolehlaksanaan untuk memperkenalkan apa sahaja kenderaan termasuklah model EQ.” Walaubagaimanapun, Dr. Claus Weidner turut menambah terdapat 2 faktor utama kebolehlaksanaan (
Feb 23, 2021
Mercedes-Benz Malaysia sudah bersedia untuk memperkenalkan jenama ‘EQ’ mereka yang terdiri daripada kenderaan elektrik (EV) di Malaysia. Tapi, sebelum perkara ini menjadi realiti, syarikat tersebut memerlukan lebih kepastian dari segi kestabilan jangkamasa panjang. Perkara ini bergantung kepada hala tuju kerajaan serta Polisi Automotif Nasional (NAP) yang diharap lebih jelas. Dr. Claus Weidner, Presiden dan Ketua Pegawai Eksekutif Mercedes-Benz Malaysia, berkata, “Seperti yang kami selalu kataka
Feb 28, 2021
100,000th vehicle has rolled out from the Pekan plant First CKD left-hand drive C-Class to be exported to Philippines in August 2019 Pekan plant also upgraded with advanced technology and automated production facilities Mercedes-Benz Malaysia has commemorated 15 years of production at its local production facility in Pekan, Pahang. Further adding to the historic milestone is the roll-out of the 100,000th vehicle from the Pekan facility. Mercedes-Benz Malaysia has also started production of left-
Aug 26, 2019
Hari minggu yang lalu, Mercedes-Benz Malaysia (MBM) telah menyampaikan anugerah Dealer of the Year untuk pengedar yang telah bertungkus-lumus dalam memberikan perkhidmatan yang terbaik kepada pelanggan mereka. Sejumlah 7 kategori telah dipertandingkan oleh pengedar MBM. Antaranya ialah Best in Customer Services, Best in Financial Services, Best in Business Excellence, Best in Sales, Best in Customer Satisfaction Index (CSI), dan Most Improved Dealer. Apapun, anugerah yang paling besar ialah The
Mar 30, 2021
The facelifted GLA, which was launched in 2017, gets a new Style Line variant. The GLA Style Line is priced at RM 223,888 on-the-road without insurance. RM 21,000 cheaper or shall we say, less expensive than the Night Edition. Powertrain remains the same with the 1.6-litre turbocharged in-line 4 rated at 156 PS and 250 Nm, sending power through a 7-speed 7G-DCT dual-clutch transmission. Differences include an 18-inch 5-twin-spoke light-alloy wheels and additional inserts in high-gloss chrome on
Oct 10, 2019
The all-new third-generation Mercedes-Benz B-Class is expected to be launched in Malaysia soon, as we have just received spyshots of the new model. We understand that Mercedes-Benz Malaysia is set to introduce the all-new Mercedes-Benz B-Class in the B200 trim, which is likely be priced from RM 239,888. The new model occupies a market segment that was once shared with the BMW 2 Series Active Tourer, but BMW Malaysia has since discontinued this model, leaving the B-Class as the sole option. The a
Oct 4, 2019
Mercedes-Benz is counting down the minutes to the world premier of the all-new Mercedes-Benz GLA with a teaser video on the brand’s official Twitter account. A teaser sketch of the facelift GLA, released a few days ago shows that the compact SUV will feature even more rounded edges than the pre-facelift. The rounded edges prove that the all-new GLA is staying true to Mercedes’s wish to create a greater point of difference from the larger cars and the compact car range. The teaser video on Twitte
Dec 11, 2019
Mercedes-Benz Malaysia is ready to introduce its EQ brand of electric vehicles (EVs) in Malaysia but for that to happen, the company needs a certain level of assurance in terms of long-term stability with regards to the government’s direction and better clarity in our National Automotive Policy (NAP). Speaking at a virtual meeting with the Malaysian media yesterday, Dr. Claus Weidner, President & CEO of Mercedes-Benz Malaysia said, “As we have always said, we are looking into the feasibility of
Feb 18, 2021
** This article is the personal experience of a 1995 Mercedes-Benz S600 owner and does not necessarily reflect the views of WapCar. Facebook: Jeff Ooi The W140 S-Class is often known as the last Mercedes to be "over-engineered", a Mercedes trait that was costing the company in product delays and over budgeting. According to Motor Trend, this action reportedly caused project cost overruns and resulted in the departure of Wolfgang Peter, Daimler-Benz's chief engineer. The vehicle is believed to ha
Sep 3, 2020
Mercedes-Benz Malaysia (MBM) has added yet another model to their compact SUV line-up in the form of the 2020 Mercedes-Benz GLB. The GLB retails from RM 269,118, comes standard with MBUX, third-row seats and will be fully imported (CBU) from Mexico. If you’re wondering about the difference between this new SUV and the Mercedes-Benz GLA, the GLB is a larger and more practical version of the smaller GLA. With a wheelbase of 2,829 mm, the GLB’s wheelbase is actually 10 cm longer than even the Merce
Sep 22, 2020
Less than a year since its global debut, the 2021 (W213) Mercedes-Benz E-Class facelift is set to arrive in Thailand come February 2021, reports HeadLight Magazine. Like the G30 BMW 5 Series facelift that was recently launched in Thailand, two powertrains are expected – a diesel and plug-in hybrid (PHEV). More specifically, the Mercedes-Benz E220d and E300e. The Mercedes-Benz E220d is powered by a 2.0-litre 4-cylinder turbodiesel engine that makes 194 PS and 400 Nm of torque. A 9-speed automatic
Jan 29, 2021
Over the weekend, Mercedes-Benz Malaysia (MBM) held their annual Dealer of the Year award to their most exceptional dealers for operational quality in delivering the Best Customer Experience. MBM presented a total of 7 awards - Best in Customer Services, Best in Financial Services, Best in Business Excellence, Best in Sales, Best in Customer Satisfaction Index (CSI), Most Improved Dealer, and the grand award - The Dealer of the Year 2020. The Mercedes-Benz Malaysia Dealer of the Year 2020 award
Mar 31, 2021
Mercedes-Benz Malaysia telah merancang untuk menambah beberapa model CKD di Malaysia pada tahun 2021. Antara model yang dijangka akan dipasang secara tempatan adalah model sedan A-Class, GLA dan GLE. "Mercedes-Benz mensasarkan untuk menambah model CKD dengan penyesuaian setempat bagi model tambahan dalam segmen kereta kompak dan SUV tahun ini." menurut petikan dalam siaran media ketika pelancaran bilik pameran maya Mercedes-Benz. Rangkaian kereta kompak yang dimaksudkan merujuk kepada model beri
Feb 10, 2021
Mercedes-Benz Malaysia’s 30 second Chinese New Year video, titled World of CNY, might look like a set of elaborate CGI effects, but in reality, the video is produced by the art of Chinese paper cuttings! Every piece of paper cutting that made up the red world in the video was meticulously hand-crafted from a team of highly skilled paper cutting artisans. What we saw as animation are made up of 10 to 60 layers of paper. These were then carefully placed into position against a backdrop to create t
Jan 25, 2020
Tidak sampai setahun setelah ia membuat debut global, Mercedes-Benz E-Class W213 facelift 2021 akan dilancarkan di Thailand pada Februari ini. Seperti pelancaran BMW 5 Series G30 facelift di Thailand pada tempoh hari, E-Class facelift juga dijangka hadir dengan pilihan tren kuasa diesel (E220d) ataupun hibrid plug-in (E300e). Untuk maklumat anda, Mercedes-Benz E220d dikuasai oleh enjin diesel turbo 2.0L (194 PS, 400 Nm tork). Kuasa dihantar ke roda belakang melalui transmisi automatik 9 kelajuan
Feb 3, 2021
(2020 Mercedes-Benz GLC Prices & Specs | Gallery) The new 2020 Mercedes-Benz GLC has just been launched in Malaysia, roughly 10 months after the model made its global debut at the Geneva Motor Show back in February. Prices start from RM 299,888 for the Mercedes-Benz GLC 200, while the GLC 300’s price is estimated at RM 350,000. Both prices are on-the-road, without insurance. 2020 Mercedes-Benz GLC Variants Variants Prices (OTR) 2020 Mercedes-Benz GLC 200 RM 299,888 2020 Mercedes-Benz GLC 300 RM
Dec 10, 2019
With its launch slated for September, Mercedes-Benz will be releasing more videos surrounding its all-new 2021 W223 Mercedes-Benz S-Class, with the first being a deep dive into its My Mercedes-Benz User Experience (MBUX) system. In essence, My MBUX is the customisable aspect of the whole system. In a video featuring a talking Mercedes (an MBUX feature), the features highlighted include biometric authentication, multi-seat connectivity user experience, personalised media for passengers and augmen
Jul 9, 2020
Dengan pengenalan Mercedes-Benz C200 AMG Line 2020 yang baru di Malaysia, perubahan paling ketara boleh dilihat pada tren kuasanya. Naik-taraf kepada C200 AMG Line 2020 melihat kemunculan semula enjin M264 2.0 liter yang menggantikan unit EQ Boost 1.5 liter dengan hibrid sederhana 48V. Perubahan ini dilihat sebagai sesuatu yang luar biasa kerana tren kuasa EQ Boost baru sahaja diperkenalkan pada tahun 2018. Tetapi, janaan kuasa enjin M264 juga bukanlah calang-calang. Kuasa ditingkatkan dari 181
Jul 20, 2020
Mercedes-Benz Malaysia (MBM) will maintain its current 4-year / unlimited mileage warranty, and will not follow archrival BMW Group Malaysia’s move to make extended warranty optional. Speaking at a virtual meeting with the media earlier last week, Dr. Claus Weidner, President & CEO of Mercedes-Benz Malaysia explained that MBM’s direction is to offer the best customer service and the best customer offers, and the company is not interested in tinkering around with its terms of service so it could
Feb 22, 2021
Mercedes-Benz Malaysia has just added a new addition to its C-Class lineup, the C200 AMG Line. The best-seller, with more than 20,000 units sold since it was introduced to the Malaysian market in 2014, gets a second AMG line following the C300 AMG Line. This model also effectively replaces the previous EQ Boost model. The new C200 AMG Line is powered by a new 2.0-litre 4-cylinder turbocharged petrol engine that produces 206 PS and 300 Nm of torque. Top speed of this updated model is 250 km/h and
Jul 15, 2020
If you have visited any Mercedes-Benz dealers recently, you would know that there are hardly any 2020 models on sale. Perplexing because we are already well into the third month of the year. It doesn’t matter if you are buying a locally-assembled Mercedes-Benz C-Class/E-Class/GLC-Class or an imported A-Class. Dealers don’t have any 2020 manufacturing year cars to sell you. Buyers are advised to take one of two options - buy a unit manufactured in 2019 with minimal discounts, or wait until Merced
Mar 11, 2020
Mercedes-Benz Malaysia has announced that they will be providing an extended service and warranty grace period beyond 14 April 2020, in view of the extension of the Movement Control Order (MCO). If you’re a customer and your vehicle’s service period falls between 18 March and 28 April, a period of 60 days will be given from the expiration date of the MCO and it will not be counted as a missed service during the period. All warranties expiring between 18 March and 30 June 2020 will be honoured, w
Apr 14, 2020
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