a single 2.0TD XWD variant. It is powered by a 2.0-liter turbocharged four-cylinder engine producing 245 PS and 375 Nm, paired with a 7-speed wet dual-clutch transmission and all-wheel drive. Claimed fuel consumption is 7.9 L/100 km (12.7 km/l), qualifying the model as an energy-efficient vehicle (EEV) for its weight class, given its 1,880 kg kerb weight. The 5-seat SUV measures (LWH) 4,785x 2,006x 1,870 mm, with a 2,800 mm wheelbase. Safety fea...

News  Updated at: 2026/03/16

haust manifold cylinder head to enhance efficiency and is paired with a continuously variable transmission (CVT) that drives the front wheels. Fuel consumption is rated at 6.4 L/100 km under the Malaysia Driving Cycle (MDC), allowing the vehicle to qualify for Malaysia’s Energy Efficient Vehicle (EEV) certification. Interior highlights include TÜV-certified pet-friendly materials, a panoramic moonroof, and an in-car audio mixer with app connec...

News  Updated at: 2026/03/09

for other developments that support the vision of building a leading hub for automotive innovation, supply chain, vocational training, and technological advancement in the region. According to Chery, it aims to produce an extensive range of vehicles, from ICE models to the latest in PHEV, BEV, and EEV technologies. Once this new facility is completed, it will create new job opportunities, house an R&D center, expand vehicle exports to neighborin...

News  Updated at: 2025/02/24

MIDA, Geely, DRB HICOM aim to jointly establish Malaysia as ASEAN’s hub for NxGVs and EEVs On December 16, 2024, the Malaysian Investment Development Authority (MIDA) signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with DRB-HICOM Berhad and Zhejiang Geely Holding Group Co. Ltd. with the aim to develop the Automotive Hi-Tech Valley (AHTV) in Tanjong Malim, Perak.  This will help advance Malaysia’s position as ASEAN’s hub for Next Generation Vehi...

News  Updated at: 2024/12/18

d, had entered into a Distribution Agreement with Higer Bus Company Limited (Higer) from China for the distribution, assemble, promote, and sell its bus products in East Malaysia (Sabah and Sarawak). Maxland Auto is principally engaged in the business activities of manufacture, assemble, and supply EEV, EV, and supported infrastructures such as charging stations. To achieve full operational capabilities, Maxland Auto is working with GoAuto Group,...

News  Updated at: 2024/03/05

Careplus-GoAuto JV NMSB gets EEV manufacturing license from Malaysian MITI Announced on October 25, 2023, Careplus Group Berhad has been granted the mandate and approval to partner with GoAuto Group Sdn Bhd, which covers the diversification of Careplus’s existing business to include the business of EV, as unveiled previously. On October 24, the Malaysian Ministry of Investment, Trade and Industry has granted NexV Manufacturing Sdn Bhd (NMSB), a...

News  Updated at: 2023/10/26

EPMB’s new EEV/EV facility in Melaka, Malaysia set to have annual capacity of 30,000 cars in first phase Reported on October 20, 2023, Malaysian EP Manufacturing Bhd (EPMB) has revealed further details of its planned car manufacturing facility at HICOM Pegoh Industrial Park in Melaka, which represents its efforts to build a hub for energy-efficient vehicles (EEVs) and EVs locally.  This new plant will involve several phases with investments ex...

News  Updated at: 2023/10/20

rgy consumption (EC), the EV equivalent of fuel consumption. In addition to emissions testing, NETC’s key services include measuring fuel consumption, energy consumption, and range to UNR101 standards. The centre can also conduct testing for vehicle type approval (VTA), energy efficient vehicles (EEV), and conformity of production. At the recent International Electric Mobility Showcase, held at the KL Convention Centre, NETC claims that it is t...

News  Updated at: 2023/10/09

ng, and (V) Continue improvements in ICE fuel economy. In the roadmap, xEV means electrified vehicles, including hybridsThe NETR also plans to continue co-funding of the public charging infrastructure and see the implementation of stringent emissions standards to limit non-energy efficient vehicle (EEV) manufacturing. The Ministry of Investment, Trade and Industry is also expected to identify key localization opportunities in EVs and incentivize ...

News  Updated at: 2023/08/30

Malaysian govt. announces new National EV Steering Committee led by MITI Reported on June 26, 2023, the Malaysian government has established a national EV steering committee (NEVSC) to speed up the electro-mobility agenda and the energy-efficient vehicle (EEV) in Malaysia. According to the Ministry of Investment, Trade and Industry (MITI) which leads this committee, NEVSC is set to help improve the governance structure of the EV task force. With ...

News  Updated at: 2023/06/28

Malaysian Public Bank eyes growth in energy-efficient vehicle lending; signs MOC with Perodua Reported on May 29, 2023, Malaysia-based Public Bank Bhd has brought up its energy-efficient vehicle (EEV) lending target from MYR 25 billion to MYR 33 billion by 2025, as part of its ongoing commitment to supporting the growth of the EEV industry. According to the Public Bank, by the end of 2022, it had mobilized over MYR 30 billion in domestic EEV fin...

News  Updated at: 2023/05/30

present, the production line is nearly complete, and NWTN has been working with BASF, the chemical company for paint surface refinishing as well as manufacturing safety training.   In another development, NWTN completed a customer order with the delivery of 10 range-extended electric vehicles ("R-EEV") this past week. The R-EEVs are uniquely suited to the UAE market.  The vehicle's range-extended technology is designed to overcome the problems...

News  Updated at: 2023/04/11

ccording to the ASEAN new energy strategy, adhering to the core value delivery of new energy, new intelligence and new experience, and to be customer-centric, and fully combine local experience to launch a variety of new energy power, and accelerate Malaysia to gradually advance the transition from EEV to XEV.It will continue to deepen the Malaysian market by increasing investment in the country by carrying out localized assembly through cooperat...

News  Updated at: 2022/07/08

an (12MP) which focuses on propelling the country into a carbon-neutral nation by 2050 and achieve sustainable growth. Also, the upcoming launch of the new Corolla Cross Hybrid is set to mark a significant milestone for UMW Toyota Motor which will also pave the way for the energy-efficient vehicle (EEV) manufacturing industry in Malaysia.(From Toyota Malaysia press release on January 7, 2022)...

News  Updated at: 2022/01/10

tionism is not promoting the industry to propel the sector to greater heights.When asked on strategies and policies that need to be urgently addressed to solidify Malaysia's position as an attractive investment destination for auto industry players worldwide and a hub for energy-efficient vehicles (EEV), MICCI said the government and agencies must formulate a cohesive national plan to boost Malaysia as a EEV hub in the region. These include incre...

News  Updated at: 2021/05/28

Perodua’s first turbocharged vehicle, its first to use a Continuously Variable Transmission (CVT) and its first to satisfy Autonomous Driving Level 2 standards. These technologies contribute to a class-leading rated fuel efficiency of 18.9 km/L, making it Perodua’s 5th Energy-Efficient Vehicle (EEV). Debuting on the Perodua Ativa is Advanced Safety Assist (ASA) 3.0, which is standard across the range for the first time.According to the firm, ...

News  Updated at: 2021/03/04

ecome a green technology vehicle assembly hub and major defense industry in Southeast Asia. The project will be handled by 2 large companies, namely Go Auto Group and Flumen Holdings Sdn Bhd which also has overseas business networks. Both companies are major players in the energy-efficient vehicle (EEV) and green technology industry as well as being involved in the supply of defense equipment and information technology. The investment was expect...

News  Updated at: 2021/01/07

nsumers took advantage of the government’s sales tax exemption. Perodua added that it manufactured 220,968 vehicles in 2020 despite temporarily halting production between March and May 2020 due to the Movement Control Order (MCO). Moreover, Perodua also hit the 1-million Energy-Efficient Vehicle (EEV) milestone in November 2020, exactly 2 years after achieving the half-million, further solidifying the firm’s position as Malaysia’s largest E...

News  Updated at: 2021/01/04

h was encouraging. Regarding the plans to locally-assemble its MFA compact car models, MBM said the firm is always looking at opportunities, but it depends on the market demand, while the firm will continue to look into whether this is a feasible option going forward into the future. Asked whether EEV incentives from NAP 2020 (which are being adjusted as a result of the pandemic) would offer enough solidity for the company to plan ahead, MBM sai...

News  Updated at: 2020/09/24

BMW Malaysia launches locally made new G05 BMW X5 xDrive45e PHEV Reported on June 19, 2020, BMW Malaysia recently launched the new G05 BMW X5 xDrive45e, which is the plug-in hybrid version of the 4th generation X5. Pricing-wise, the xDrive45e benefits from EEV incentives for locally-assembled EVs, retailing at MYR 440,745.The biggest change is under the bonnet, as the old N20 2.0 liter turbocharged four-cylinder engine has been replaced with a B5...

News  Updated at: 2020/06/24