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APRIL 24, 2011 E-mail: cars@nstp.com.my Tel: 03-2056 9298 Sms: 012-300 6655

CARS have always been an integral part of Malaysian society. In late 1970s, Japanese and Continentals cars shared the same amount of space on the road. As years went by, the Japanese makes moved on to conquer the market as the Continentals became more premium. Before long, with the arrival of Proton in the mid 1980s and later Perodua, national brands crowded the roads, muscling out the foreign brands, with the Continentals suffering more than the Japanese. This year, we began to see more Continental brands driven by Malaysians. Peugeot, Volkswagen and Ford have all made their products more affordable and for those looking for a new ride, there is a wider choice. This week, our guide helps you to see what is in the market and what are the best deals in town.

PEOPLE

FOR THE

Toyota Corolla KE20

Honda Civic first generation

Ford Escort MkII

Mazda 1000

Volkswagen New Beetle 2011. More info on Page IV.

The People's 911

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Peugeot roars to the top

EUGEOT is the best selling Continental brand (passenger cars) in Malaysia for the first three months of the year. Malaysia Automotive Association said Nasim, the brands caretaker, has sold 1,538 units of Peugeot vehicles from January 2011 to March 2011. According to Nasim, the figure is a strong 167 per cent jump from last year where it sold 576 units of vehicles in the same period of time. Peugeots best selling model this year remains the 308 hatchback which contributed to 38 per cent of the sales (588 units). Last year, Nasim sold 458 units of the model in the first quarter. Nasim believes the brands success can be traced back to Peugeots 200-year heritage and astute business practices where the French manufacturer offers the best possible package to customers. Since Nasim became the custodian of the brand back in 2008, the company has invested heavily in new outlets, a good stock of spare parts at reasonable prices and continuously improving after sales quality. Peugeot fans can look forward to the launch of a new executive segment car which will make its debut later this year.

Ford cars claw back

Units 1,538 1,227 1,183 1,174 1,099

Top Five Continental / American Brands (January-March 2011)*

Model 1 Peugeot 2 Mercedes-Benz 3 BMW 4 Ford 5 Volkswagen

* MAA passenger vehicle figures

The Peugeot 308 and the Ford Fiesta are bringing people back to Western brands.

FORD has been struggling with the truck image for quite sometime and was trying hard to crawl out from it. Well this year, the company seems to have made some progress. MAA statistics show that Ford is currently in No 4 on the Continental/ American passenger vehicle list. If you count in the sales of its Ranger truck, it will be the number one Continental/ American brand in Malaysia. According to Sime Auto Connexion, its best selling model is the Fiesta where the model averages around 200 units a month. The Fiesta comes in various variants -- from the high spec dual clutch gearbox hatchback to a sedan and even a 1.4-litre hatchback with a manual gearbox. Those looking for a manual hatchback with sporty handling could consider the Fiesta manual and feast on its sporty sense.

Caveat venditor
IN the barrage of amendments that Parliament passed late last year, one slipped through without any publicity the Hire Purchase Act 1967 (Amendments 2010). Puspakom, however, drew light to this amendment when it set up a new inspection line to cater specifically to the amendment. The Ministry of Domestic Trade, Co-operatives and Consumerism had earlier this month appointed Puspakom to do the inspections and produce the required reports. That, however, is only part of the changes. A detailed study on the amendments shows that the objective is to protect Malaysians from buying used vehicles that will break down after two days of use. This is a good start by the ministry to provide Malaysians with a new perspective to the auto financing landscape, one that protects the rights of the consumer.

THE B7 INSPECTION
1. Glass area 2. Condition of the body 3. Wheelhouse 4. Pillars 5. Cut and joint 6. Floor 7. Type of fuel 8. Chassis frame 9. Tyres 10. Engine mounting 11. Air-conditioning system 12. Odometer reading 13. CNG system for NGV 14. Side-slip test (to check the alignment of two front tyres) 15. Emission 16. Suspension 17. Brake system 18. Under carriage inspection that consists cut and joint, floor, chassis frame, engine mounting, exhaust system including muffler and gearbox (visual inspection for leakages, etc). n RM90.00 at any Puspakom centre.

Group Managing Editor Datuk Zainul Arifin Mohammed Isa Group Editor Datuk Syed Nadzri Syed Harun

CBT GOES THROUGH THE CHANGES

Modified or altered vehicles not eligible Under the new section 4F, it is clearly stated that motor vehicles which have their construction or structure altered or modified are not eligible for hirepurchase transaction. This is up for debate as the meaning of altered or modification must be clearly defined. Car status report for used vehicles Under section 4G, the seller of a used vehicle must declare in writing any defects of the vehicle in accordance with the inspection report by the Puskapom. Puspakom has prepared an 18-point inspection, called the B7 inspection, and the charge is RM90 for each B7 inspection, with the cost borne by the seller. For safety related items, the result

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will be a straightforward pass or fail. Other items will be rated either satisfactory or not, with a short assessment statement. The inspection list is quite comprehensive and even includes inspection the air-conditioning system and gearbox. While this is not a foolproof consumer protection programme as things can still go awry when it comes to the internal parts of the engine or the transmission, it nevertheless is a good start. The new B7 inspection will replace the VR1 but the B5 inspection, a fourpoint inspection that confirms the identity of the vehicle, is still required by the Road Transport Department. Booking and deposit Under the new rule, the maximum amount of booking fee that the seller can request is a maximum of one per cent of the total cash price of the vehicle (retail price excluding on the road charges). But this is only after the potential buyer has been served with the

Second Schedule, a document that lists down the details of the hire purchase agreement for the vehicle. If the buyer withdraws his/her booking, 90 per cent of the fee must be refunded. When the application has been approved, the bank will have to prepare a complete agreement and get the buyer to sign it before requesting for the rest of the deposit. The deposit can only be paid to the bank but some banks like Ambank has plans to appoint their dealers as agents to collect the deposit. Repossession Under the new Amendments, all repossessors must have a permit issued by the Ministry. If the hirer has paid up more than 75 per cent of the cash price of the vehicle (retail price excluding on the road charges), the banks must obtain a court order to repossess the vehicle. Registration card Hirers are now given the option to keep the Registration Card.

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Agreement form All hire-purchase agreement must be in Bahasa Malaysia or English. The agreement must be printed in black with font size not smaller than 10-point Times Roman. The banks are not allowed to deliver any incomplete agreements or forms or documents. All forms must be completed and delivered by the banks straight to the hirer. A copy of the agreement must be served within 21 days (now 14 days) after the signing of the agreement.

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Peoples Porsche!
W
HEN it was born, the Beetle was the people's car. In the 90s, the Beetle morphed into a fashion icon (it even had a flower vase inside) but come 2011, it shrugged off its feminine traits and emerged as a sporty vehicle for the masses. In fact from the side flanks, the new Beetle has some Porsche lines to it and to support this theory, Volkswagen has made the Beetle longer (+152mm), wider (+84mm) and lower (-12mm). The new Beetle's design was overseen by Walter de Silva and Klaus Bischoff while Marc Lichte was the team leader for the exterior design. The new car gets new proportions as the windscreen is shifted back while the roof is extended even further back. Sportier does not mean it is less practical. Volkswagen has made the boot larger (310 litres from 209 litres) but it still seats four. The dashboard carries the current Volkswagen design but certain features like the glovebox and colour accent panels are designed to bring back some retro feel to the package. According to the VW press release, there will be a choice of four engines, a 1.2L TSI churning out 105hp, a

1.4L TSI (160hp), a 1.6L diesel BlueMotion engine (105hp) and our favourite, the 2.0L TSI (200hp). While the first Beetle's safety system might have been only the brakes, the latest incarnation gets six airbags, standard ESP and a laser-welded and galvanised body structure that has one of the highest torsional rigidity values in the segment at 26,000 Nm/degree. The European market will be getting the new Beetle early next year and we understand Malaysians too will see the new Beetle at Volkswagen's showrooms next year.

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Safety first for the child

OR Feisal Abd Rahim and Sharmila Shahrani, using a baby seat is not an option but an obligation. I saw my sister using baby seats for her children and apart from safety, I realised she could concentrate on driving as the children were buckled up, said Sharmila. For Feisal, it was a work attitude that he brought home. I work for Shell Malaysia and the company is always pushing its staff to practice road safety, he said. What makes these two special is that their eldest daughter, Nadzirah Najmi, is a hyperactive child. We learnt that Nadzirah is hyperactive when she was two years old. She is five now and is still hyperactive, explained Sharmila. Nadzirah will not stay put, her hands are never still and she is always moving. Despite the challenge, Feisal and Sharmila still manage to coax Nadzirah into using her Halford child seat. To keep her occupied, Sharmila will switch on the DVD in her Toyota Alphard MPV and if Nadzirah still needs extra attention, Sharmila has to turn to ice-cream or a lollipop although her

Driver error more dangerous

DRIVER error is 13 times more likely to contribute to an accident than breaking the speed limit which plays a part in just one in 20 accidents. According to new research from the Institute of Advanced Motorists (IAM), the errors are nearly five times more likely than speeding to be a factor in a fatal smash with failure to look properly to blame in more than a third of all crashes and a fifth of fatal ones. Road safety experts described such inattention as shocking. Driving at an inappropriate speed for the conditions even when strictly within the legal limit also contributes to more accidents than speeding, detailed analysis of accident data shows. More people also die as a result of driving too fast for the conditions than those who break the speed limit. The report says 5.2 per cent of all accidents involve driving at an inappropriate speed, while driver error contributes to nearly seven in ten (67.5 per cent) of all accidents. The findings are based on analysis of five years of official police crash statistics. Experts say the findings show the weakness of speed cameras, which issue an automatic ticket to a driver a few mph over the limit, but are blind to motorists who keep within the posted limit, but drive carelessly, recklessly, without proper attention, or even when drunk. UK Daily Mail

Sharmila and her eldest daughter, Nadzirah.

pediatrician frowns on this. Nadzirahs younger sister, Nadiah Najmina, who is two years old, is still in her baby seat. Nadiah will move to the bigger child seat when she is older, said the father. So each time you think how difficult it is when your child struggles and refuses to use the baby seat, think of how these two parents endure the inconvenience for the sake of their childrens safety. Basically, there is no reason why parent should not use a baby/child car seat for their children.

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Proton Saga Persona
1,000km, 5,000km, 10,000km, and every 10,000km from then onwards RM24

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PARTS BASKET: BASIC MAINTENANCE COST FOR SOME POPULAR MODELS

Perodua Myvi
1,000km, 5,000km and every 5,000km onwards

Toyota Vios
1,000km, 5,000km, 10,000km, and every 10,000km from then onwards RM25

Chevrolet Cruze
1,000km, 5,000km, 10,000km, and every 10,000km from then onwards RM71.55

Kia Forte 1.6

1,000km, 10,000km and every 10,000km onwards

Honda City
1,000km, 5,000km and every 5,000km onwards

Service interval

1,000km, 5,000km, 10,000km, and every 10,000km from then onwards RM24

Standard labour cost for basic service (changing the oil and filter excluding parts cost) Major service interval Parts recommended to be replaced on major service

RM30

RM45

RM61.45

20,000km Engine oil, oil filter, drain plug, spark plug, gear oil, brake fluid, air filter, coolant. RM527.34 including labour

20,000km Engine oil, oil filter, drain plug, spark plug, gear oil, brake fluid, air filter, coolant. RM549.34 including labour

20,000km Engine oil (semi syn), oil filter, air filter, gasket drain plug, spark plug, ATF or transmission oil, coolant, battery water and brake fluid. RM390.22 (auto) RM375.86 (manual) including labour
RM50 @ every 10,000km Information not available Information not availablee RM12.95 @ every oil change RM38 @ every 20,000km RM46.20 every 20,000km Information not available

40,000km Engine oil, brake fluid, manual transmission fluid (applicable to manual transmission vehicle only), windshield washer fluid, oil filter, drain plug gasket, air filter, spark plug
RM34.4 @ 40,000km RM247.40 when needed Information not available RM30.70 every oil change RM71.40 @ 40, 000km Information not available RM379.20 @ every 80, 000km

60,000km Engine oil, oil filter, brake fluid, spark plugs, power steering belt, alternator belt and tensioner.

40,000km Engine oil ,l oil filter, air filter, coolant, brake fluid, ATF fluid RM815.88 including labour

40,000km Engine oil ,l oil filter, air cleaner, fuel filter, spark plug, polen filter RM7 69.55 including labour

Price on some common parts and their recommended time to change/replace

Spark plugs Brake pads FR Brake pads RR Oil filters Air filter ATF Fuel filter Wipers

RM38 @ 20,000km RM150 when needed RM277.23 when needed RM12.22 every oil change RM23.71 @ 60,000km Information not available RM37.58 @ 60,000km RM50.60

RM38.00 @ 20,000km RM349.57 when needed when needed RM12.22 every oil change RM23.71 @ 60,000km Information not available RM37.58 @ 60,000km RM55.57

RM73.60 @ 60,000km

RM95.72 @ 30,000km RM408.00 as needed RM256.00 as needed

RM399.72 @ every 100,000km RM350.39 as needed RM335.96 as needed RM30.60 every 10,000km RM84.44 @ 40,000km RM31.65/1L @ 6,000km RM345.43 @ 40,000km RM35.27 as needed

RM54.80 every oil change RM72.60 every 40,000km Information not available RM114.40 Information not available

RM19.27 every 30,000km RM51.18 every 20,000km Information not available RM95.72 @ 60,000km RM80.00 as needed

Timing belt/chain repalcement/adjusment

RM 484.66 @ 80, 000km inclusive of all replacement parts (timing belt) and labour charges

RM 484.66 @ 80, 000km inclusive of all replacement parts (timing belt) and labour charges

Chain driven - periodic check only

Chain driven periodic check only

RM1.296.30 (Parts) RM267.12 (Labour) @100,000km

Chain driven periodic check only

Chain driven periodic check only

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Sensor makes sense, says Continental

ONTINENTAL has decided to focus on direct tyre pressure monitoring system (TPMS) technology as many countries are steadily raising requirements towards it. It is mandatory in the US and soon will be mandatory in Europe next year and Korea by 2013. Done in phases, the first phase is to help reduce fuel consumption and the second phase is to ensure the overall plan to reduce CO2 emission and raise safety level. The importance of having your tyres inflated to specification promises benefits that range from safety right down to reducing CO2 contribution. A direct TPMS is based on a sensor inside each tyre to collect readings accurately and quickly at any time, under any road condition and at any driving speed.

Comfy CC5
THE latest ContiComfortContact 5 (CC5) tyre is for those who want a comfortable ride. Thus when we needed a set of rubbers for our Toyota Corolla, Continental suggested the CC5. We fitted the CC5 (size 185/60 R14 82H) and immediately noticed the car felt quicker, as if there was less resistance from the road. The steering wheel became slightly lighter but not too light until it disrupted the feedback. Inside, tyre roar was cut down tremendously and our stereo was more audible. Needless to say, Continental ensures that the CC5 maintains the brands high safety standards. We clocked more than a 1,000km and in downpour after downpour, and can confirm that the CC5s wet surface performance is above average in its category. Packed with the latest tyre technologies, the CC5s specially designed noise breaker from Conti Silent Tread Pattern Groove Technology helps break airwaves

Sensor inside the tyre is more accurate.

An indirect TPMS calculates the information based on the reading of the wheel speed sensors that Continental said is not sufficient to ensure untended fuel economy levels and not capable of helping meet the European COs targets. A direct system is able to recognise

a slow and gradual loss of air, which is critical in warning drivers of a slow puncture. Already tyres today are highperformance and high-tech products, says Dr Burkhard Wies, vice president of Tyre Line Development at Continentals passenger and light truck division. Fitting tyres with sensors takes the functional scope and the contribution of tyres with correct air pressure to driving safety and to reducing rolling resistance plus emissions to a whole new level. With the prospective of adding other functionalities like detecting the load on each wheel, further enhancements of safety are possible by combining this information with vehicle control systems. Continental will be ready for series production with the first passenger car tyres with the tyre module mounted inside the tyre in 2013.

in longitudinal grooves significantly reduces tyre noise. The inner ribs with the V-Shape design provide the comfortable aspect of the tyre while the Advanced Silica Compound Technology minimises the tyres rolling resistance. This is the reason why our Corolla was suddenly quicker and steering wheel burden is lessened. In fact, theoretically it helps to reduce fuel consumption too. Available for the 13- to 16-inch rims and in 50- to 70-series with width from 175mm to 235mm, the CC5 is priced between RM200 and RM550 a piece. n For more information, visit www. continental-tyres.com.my.

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n SHANGHAI MOTORSHOW 2011

n OWNERS REPORT

Chery shines worldwide

TWENTY-SIX vehicles, five engines and a four-wheel drive system. This was Chery Automobiles offering at the Auto Shanghai 2011. Impressive? It certainly is for an automobile manufacturer that began production only in 1999. One of Chinas largest passenger vehicle manufacturer whose motto is Safe and Save, 2010 was a vintage for Chery with total export sales of over 682,000, and accumulative sales of 3,000,000 since 1999. Among the vehicles on display at Auto Shanghai were the Tiggo Elite, the Chery E5, A3, the X1 which is expected to reach Malaysia next year, the stylish Z5 2.0T sports car, and the Rely Tiggo which raced in the 2010 Dakkar Rally. Two new models the new Eastar and the E5 their debut and they will spearhead the Chery charge. The Eastar is targeted at the elite, while the E5 is aimed at those with a mid-size family crowd. According to Biren Zhou, general manager of Chery International, the brand is seeing very healthy growth in Brazil, Russia and the Middle East. With an annual average of 500,000 vehicles exported since Chery started

Shanghai showdown!
By Gokul Kandiah F you are in the market for any type of vehicle, you will be spoilt for choice at the 14th Shanghai International Automobile Industry Exhibition (Auto Shanghai 2011) that opened its doors last week. The exhibition, which ends Thursday, is expected to host 75 global premieres, with 19 from international manufacturers and a staggering 56 from homegrown brands like Chery, Geely and Great Wall. With main theme of Innovation for Tomorrow, Auto Shanghai 2011 is held at the Shanghai New International Expo Centre that covers more than 230,000 square metres, making it one of the biggest automotive exhibitions in the world. Auto Shanghai is expecting a total of 700,000 visitors this year.

Gullwing door Geely.

Great Wall Haval IF mimics the BMW X6.

Biren Zhou, general manager of Chery International, is happy with the growth Chery worldwide.
operations, it is obvious that the brand has gained acceptance worldwide, said Biren. This is a message to those who are in doubt about Chery products. Quality and reliability are no longer issues with Chery vehicles. Gokul Kandiah

Suzuki Swift Range Extender.

Lauras Saga
FOR many Malaysians, the first car is something they never forget. Theres a truly visceral feeling about buying your first car, it brings forth feelings of freedom, feelings that youve reached yet another chapter in your life, that youre an independent individual that can go anywhere that you want to go because now you own a car. For Laura Gosimin, a 24-year-old real-estate marketing executive originally from Kota Kinabalu, the impact was just as profound. Laura bought her Proton Saga BLM SE in May last year and so far, cant find anything to complain about. My little Saga, never ceases to amaze me, I love the car! Laura exclaimed ecstatically. Her opinion may be somewhat tinted by those rose coloured glasses every new car owner inevitably wears but her experience does seem to justify her statement. When Laura first bought her car, back home in Kota Kinabalu, her first drive was a 300-km road trip from her hometown to Miri in Sarawak via Brunei. This spunky little firecracker drove au solitaire across one international border and a state line and back again to go on a food expedition and also in hushed tones, to see how the car would run. The car survived and so did she. A few months later she shipped herself and her car to Kuala Lumpur to start a new life and a new job. Laura has found it easy to run and even easier (and cheap) to maintain her Saga. The EON service centre people are friendly and it costs shes service between RM150 and RM250 a service. When it comes to fuel consumption, Laura flashes a satisfied smile. A full tank of RON 97 costs her only RM76 and lasts an entire week. In my job I drive at least five hours a day our site office to head office, and even to visit potential house buyers, Laura said. When Laura started looking for a car, she found three cars in her price range, the Proton Saga BLM, Perodua Myvi and a second-hand Honda City. She ruled out the City almost immediately as this canny car enthusiast did not believe in second-hand cars. On why she chose the Saga over the Myvi, she said, Well I liked the Myvi but I fell in love with the Saga because it has more of an executive car look. As with every first time car owner, Laura has been almost fanatical about looking after her car, and as it turns out the car has returned the favour, as she has never had any problems with the car. As perfect a picture, as all of this seems to be, she doesnt intend to keep the car forever though. I plan to sell it of in three years time. she said, then I think Ill go for a new Ford Fiesta. I dont think Ill feel the same about it though, the Saga is my first car so it will always be special. Niklas Albakri

A model with the DongFeng EJ02 electric car.

HERE ARE SOME OF THE EXCITING OFFERINGS AT AUTO SHANGHAI 2011

Nissan unveiled the new Latio.

The two-door technologically advanced Chery Z5 sports car on display at Auto Shanghai 2011.

New Audi A3 is one of the 19 models making their world debut at the show.

Chery X1 compact SUV with a 1.5L engine.

Geely GS-CC sports coupe.

The Chery Eastar displayed is a car!

Peugeot SXC crossover concept.

n OWNERS REPORT

Jacq and her Perodua Kelisa

WHEN Jacqueline Rinda bought her first car eight years ago her choice was a Perodua Kelisa. She had then enrolled in a local university and needed reliable transportation to attend classes. Back then, public transport was not reliable and driving my own a car meant I didnt have to trouble my parents, said the 25-year-old civil engineer and part time event emcee. It was her father who helped her to look for a car. Jacq said the Kelisa was chosen for its frugal fuel consumption. She found the car at a used car dealership in her hometown of Seremban. A very low-mileage unit in excellent condition, as good as new, exclaimed Jacqueline. In the eight years she owned the car, her most memorable motoring experience was a drive she took with her parent to Johor Baru. It was a really smooth drive and we arrived in Johor Baru earlier than expected. By far, my car has been as reliable as it can be. I have full confidence in my car even though it is slightly old now. She gives credit to her father in helping her learn about car maintenance. She hasreminder stickers on her windscreen for servicing and she maintains an organiser for when her Kelisa is due for service and when it is done. As years went by, friends who are in the car industry, most of my guy friends, my regular mechanic and reading some car magazines helped me know more about car maintenance. Part of her routine is to check her tyres twice a week. Jacq feels that preventive maintenance is very important and although the parts for her Kelisa can take a big chunk out of her pocket, it does last quite a long time. But the best teacher of all is when your car breaks down in the middle of the road. It teaches you a great deal on not to neglect the basic maintenance and check up of your car. I may not be the expert of cars, but after so many years of driving, I have learned more on how to take a better care of my car and provide regular maintenance. Jacq sees herself upgrading as soon as shes settled in her new job. She is considering a Honda Jazz or Ford Fiesta or maybe even an SUV. Her advice to first-time motorist is safety comes first. Obey traffic rules as you dont want to spend every month paying summons as well Always be patient when it comes to drivers who are eager to show off and dont respond to or get involved with road bullies. And lastly be courteous when driving. Its never wrong to give way and its never wrong to be a responsible driver. Albakry Sallehuddin

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IA Motors sold 216,219 vehicles globally last month, a 21.9 per cent year-on-year growth. The Forte is the brands best selling model, followed by the new Sportage SUV, the Rio, Sorento SUV and Soul. In Malaysia, the Forte continues to be the best selling Korean four-door sedan. Available in three models Forte 1.6L, Forte 2.0L and the sporty Forte Koup Kia sold 1,273 units of the Forte from January 2011 to March 2011. But what exactly is the Fortes forte? Our own experience with the Forte highlights many. Kia has finally broken away from the Korean design. We love the Peter Schreyer design inside out. The Forte has more Continental lines than Asian. Naza has also crammed a lot of goodies into the Forte. In its top spec (Forte 2.0L), you get auto lights, auto wiper, in-dash CD changer, premium audio quality, USB port, iPod docking, reverse sensor with visual warning, traction control, leather interior, 17-inch alloys, six-speed auto gearbox with

Forte continues to conquer

Facelift i10 this year
THE Hyundai i10, the 2010 NST Maybank Compact Car winner, will soon sport a new look. Local distributor HyundaiSime Darby Motors has leaked pictures of the facelifted version way ahead of its launch date, which should be some time around middle of the year. The upgrades include a new 1.25-litre engine with Continuous Variable Valve Timing (CVVT), a new instrument cluster, a pair of fog lamps and a new front grille insert. Among the i10s traits that

paddle shifters, rear reverse camera and LED side repeaters. The best part is that the Forte 2.0L SX sells for below RM100,000 (retailing at RM97,800 on-the-road with insurance) and has more

features than a RM120,000 Japanese sedan. According to the Forte owners clubs, there are also many accessories available to customise the car. There is even an HID

projector conversion for the headlight, said a club member. n My Forte Club (www. myforteclub.com) will be organising its second annual gathering on May 1.

impressed our Car of The Year judges are its premium interior and solid drive. The i10 felt very premium and price start from below RM45,000. Thats superb value for money, said Hezeri Samsuri, one of the judges.

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Car stereos for the uninitiated

OR todays iPod generation, music has become a must. For example, cruising along with your favourite tune playing in the background can be considered one biggest joys of driving. But what if you are not satisfied with the current setup you have in your car. What do you do? Before we can talk about how to improve your car audio system, you have to understand whats in your car right now. The head unit is the hub of your stereo system. Its where your car radio is located, where you can insert your CDs and in some cases where you can plug in an USB-drive to play MP3s. However, it can be one of the more costly upgrades you can do, especially if it is the modular type where the head unit is integrated to the dashboard. The factory provided speakers are usually paper-cone speakers that provide acceptable quality audio but this is not acceptable to a serious audiophile. In addition to the average front speakers, you can get separate speakers for high and low frequencies

(tweeters and woofers) and for that deep down grumbling bass sound, a subwoofer. All of this will usually have to be hooked-up to an amplifier, though in the case of subwoofer, you can find powered-subs that allow you to keep your costs down.

So what should you do first? According to Alex Lye, an International Auto Sound Challenge Association (IASCA) judge, the first thing you should look into is the head unit as, its a simple equation where if you have rubbish sound in you have rubbish sound out.

Even if youre on a tight budget, it is better to get a high power head unit otherwise you can get a reasonable powerful head unit and some good local-made speakers, said Lye. Once you change the head unit you will instantly notice a difference in tonal balance, clarity and the quality of your systems sound. Desmond Chong from KL Auto believes soundproofing plays an important part too. If you mount powerful speakers on the doors, the doors will act like a speaker box. Unfortunately, standard doors do not have the right material to act like a good box, said Chong. You need to use sound deadening materials to make sure the sound does

not come out tinny. A quieter car also helps the audio to come out crisp. In a noisy car, you need to crank up the volume and this is not a good thing. Ultimately thought the choice is yours as its your ears that you have to satisfy. Youd have to list down all your dos and dont, likes and dislikes about your current system and try and find an audio solution that answers most if not all the items on your list. Whatever you decide on, you have to make sure that you know and trust whomever you decide to install your little piece of audio heaven into your humble little auto because if he or she is tone-deaf and unskilled, it wont matter what you stick in.

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Sime Darby AutoConnexion Sdn Bhd 03-7960 8833 / www.autoitalia.com.my

Hyundai i30 2.0L.

Max torque: 194.2Nm@4300rpm Price: RM115,800 w/insurance

Mini Cooper Cabriolet

Alfa Romeo Mito 1.4

Kia Optima 2.0L

Engine/Transmission/Features: 1.4L turbocharged petrol, four-inline, 16-valve, 1368cc/ Six-speed manual gearbox/Cruise control, Alfa Code immobiliser with volumetric alarm, seven-airbags, seat belt minder (SBR), ABS+EBD+HBA, Bi-Xenon headlights, front fog lights Max power: 155hp@5500rpm Max torque: 230Nm@3000rpm Price: RM153,888 w/out insurance

Engine/Transmission/Features: Four-inline, 1998cc, DOHC, CVVT, 16-valve/ Four-speed auto with sport mode/ ABS, EBD, BA, TC, stability control, dual airbags Max power: 142hp@6000rpm Max torque: 189.3Nm@4250rpm Price: RM120,000 w/insurance

Engine/Transmission/Features: 1598cc, four-cylinder, 16-valve/ Six-speed/ Six-airbags, ABS, EBD, BA Max power: 115hp@6000rpm Max torque: 160Nm@1600-5000rpm Price: RM235,888 w/out insurance

Mini Cooper Countryman

Kia Picanto 1.1L

BMW

Auto Bavaria 03-888 73 888 / www.bmw.com.my

BMW 118i

Engine/Transmission/Features: 1086cc, four-cylinder, 12-valve, SOHC/ Four-speed automatic/ Two-airbags Max power: 65hp@5500rpm Max torque: 99Nm@2800rpm Price: LS RM44,500 w/insurance; EX RM46,800 w/insurance; SE RM48,800 w/ insurance

Engine/Transmission/Features: 1598cc, four-cylinder, 16-valve/ Auto/ ABS, EBD, BA, airbags Max power: 122hp@6000rpm Max torque: 160Nm@4250rpm Price: RM248,888 w/out insurance

MITSUBISHI

Engine/Transmission/Features: In-line four-cylinder, 1995cc/ Six-speed automatic transmission with Steptronic/ DSC, ABS, CDC, DTC, airbags, cruise control, fog lights Max power: 136hp@5750rpm Max torque: 180Nm@3250rpm Price: RM203,800 w/out insurance

Misubishi Motors Malaysia Sdn.Bhd 1-800-88-2166 / www.mitsubishi-motors. com.my

MAZDA

Bermaz Motor Sdn Bhd. 03-5569 2797 / www.mazda.com.my Engine/Transmission/Features: MZR 1.5 DOHC 16-valve, inline four-cylinder, DOHC, 1498cc/ Four-speed automatic/ EPAS, ABS, airbags Max power: 102hp@6000rpm Max torque: 135Nm@4000rpm Price: V-Spec RM80,122 w/out insurance; VR-Spec RM81,657 w/out insurance; R-Spec RM83,122 w/out insurance; RS-Spec RM87,622 w/out insurance

Mitsubishi Lancer Sportback 2.4L

Mazda2 1.5 Sedan

CHANA

Changan Berjaya Auto Sdn Bhd 03-79541188 / www.changan.com.my

Engine/Transmission/Features: DOHC 16-valve MIVEC, 2360cc/ Inecs-III CVT with sixstep sports mode/ Two-SRS airbags, ABS, EBD, ASC with traction control Max power: 170hp@6000rpm Max torque: 226Nm@4100rpm Price: RM132,980 w/insurance

Mitsubishi Lancer 2.0

Chana Era CV6

Engine/Transmission/Features: 1301cc/ Load-sensitive proportion value brakes, ABS, power steering, adjustable steering height, front and rear power windows Max power: 63hp@600rpm Max torque: 110Nm@3500-4500rpm Price: RM41,394 w/ insurance

CHERY

Five-speed automatic with shift hold control/ Halogen headlight vehicle information display dual front airbags, ABS, EBD, BA, immobiliser. Max power: 120hp@6600rpm Max torque: 145Nm@4800rpm Price: Grade S RM85,480 w/ insurance; Grade E RM90,480 w/ insurance

II DOHC, 1399cc, 16-valve/ Automatic/ Single SRS airbag, ABS, EBD Max power: 97hp@6000rpm Max torque: 121.5Nm@3200rpm Price: RM63,888 w/ insurance

Mazda2 1.5 Hatchback

Hyundai i30 1.6

Chery Alado Automobile Sdn Bhd 03-79556666

Honda Jazz 1.5

Chery A520

Engine/Transmission/Features: Acteco four-cylinder, 1971cc/ Four-speed auto with Steptronic/ ABS, EBD, two airbags Max power: 127hp@5750rpm Max torque: 180Nm@4300-4500rpm Price: RM95,888 w/ insurance

CHEVEROLET

Naza Quest Sdn Bhd 1-800-2-24389

Engine/Transmission/Features: Fourcylinder, 16-valve SOHC, i-VTEC, 1497cc/ Five-speed automatic transmission with shift hold control/ Multi reflector headlight, vehicle information display, keyless entry, dual SRS airbags, ABS, EBD, immobiliser, Wave Blade Key. Max power: 120hp@6600rpm Max torque: 145Nm@4800rpm Price: Grade V RM109,800 w/ insurance; Concept M RM116,800 w/ insurance

Engine/Transmission/Features: 1591cc, DOHC, CVVT/ Four-speed automatic/ Max power: 120hp@6200rpm Max torque: 152Nm@4200rpm Price: RM97,888 w/ insurance

Engine/Transmission/Features: MZR 1.5 DOHC 16-valve, inline four-cylinder, DOHC, 1498cc/ Four-speed automatic/ EPAS, ABS, airbags Max power: 102hp@6000rpm Max torque: 135Nm@4000rpm Price: V-Spec RM83,822 w/out insurance; R-Spec RM86,822 w/out insurance; RS-Spec RM91,322 w/out insurance

Engine/Transmission/Features: 4B11 DOHC MIVEC, 1998cc, 16-valve, ECI-Multi (aluminum block)/ CVT with sports mode and Inecs III/ Dual airbags with weight sensors, ABS, EBD, pre-tensioners Max power: 152hp@6000rpm Max torque: 199Nm@4250rpm Price: GT RM125,980 w/insurance; EX RM120,980 w/insurance

NISSAN

Edaran Tan Chong Motors Sdn.Bhd 1-800-88-8368 / www.nissan.com.my

Nissan Sentra Sport 1.6L

Hyundai i30 2.0

Engine/Transmission/Features: 1975cc, DOHC, CVVT/ Four-speed automatic/ ABS with EBD, all wheel disc breaks, airbags Max power: 141hp@6000rpm Max torque: 186Nm@4600rpm Price: RM112,888 w/ insurance

Mercedes-Benz

Mercedes-Benz Malaysia Tel: (+603) 2246 8888 / www.mercedesbenz.com.my

Mercedes-Benz B180

Honda Civic 1.8S

Chevrolet Cruze 1.8L

Engine/Transmission/Features: 1796cc, four-cylinder, 16-valve, DOHC, ECOTEC/ Sixspeed automatic/ Dual airbags, ABS, BA Max power: 140hp@6200rpm Max torque: 176Nm@3800rpm Price: RM98,766 w/out insurance

FORD

Ford Malaysia Auto ConneXion 1-800-88-3181 / www.ford.net.my

Engine/Transmission/Features: Fourcylinder, 16-valve chain-driven SOHC i-VTEC, 1799cc/ Electronically controlled five-speed automatic/ Alloy 16, front fog lights, keyless entry, immobiliser system dual SRS airbags, VSA, ABS, EBD, BA, four-corner reverse sensors Max power: 140hp@6300rpm Max torque: 174Nm@4300rpm Price: RM114,980 w/ insurance

Hyundai Accent 1.6

Engine/Transmission/ Features:1599cc,CVVT/ Four-speed automatic with Grade Logic, Overdrive & lock-up torque Converter/ ABS, airbag Max power: 112hp@6000rpm Max torque: 145.1Nm@4500rpm Price: RM75,888 w/ insurance

Engine/Transmission/Features: 1699cc, inline four-cylinder/ Six-speed Autotronic CVT/ ABS, ESP, BAS Max power: 116hp@5500rpm Max torque: 155Nm@4000rpm Price: RM215,888 w/out insurance

Engine/Transmission/Features: 1767cc, four-cylinder with VTC, DOHC, 16v/ Fourspeed auto/ Five-speed manual/ ABS, BA, airbags, engine immobiliser, leather seats, V-Kool Crystal Tinting Max power: 128hp@5600rpm Max torque: 164Nm@4400rpm Price: Manual RM85,750 w/insurance; Automatic RM89,800 w/insurance

Nissan Latio 1.6

MINI

Auto Bavaria 03-2142 2288 / www.mini.my

Hyundai Avante 2.0

Honda Insight 1.3L

Ford Fiesta 1.4LX

Engine/Transmission/Features: Inline fourcylinder, 1388cc/ Five-speed manual/ ABS, EBD, EBA, airbags Max power: 96hp@6000rpm Max torque: 128Nm@4050rpm Price: RM69,888 w/ insurance

Engine/Transmission/Features: Inline fourcylinder SOHC two stage i-VTEC+IMA/ CVT/ Dual SRS airbags, ABS, EBD, BA, VSA Max power: 87hp (engine) + 13hp (electric motor) Max torque: 121Nm (engine) + 78Nm (electric motor) Price: RM98,000 w/ insurance

Engine/Transmission/Features: 1975cc, DOHC, four-cylinder with CVVT/ Four-speed auto with Grade Logic and VFS electronic control/ ABS, EBD, dual airbags, all-round disc brakes, collapsible steering Max power: 143hp@6000rpm Max torque: 186.3Nm@4600rpm Price: RM98,888 w/ insurance

Mini Cooper

Engine/Transmission/Features: 1598cc, four-cylinder, 16-valve/ Six-speed/ Six-airbags, ABS, EBD, BA Max power: 120hp@1600rpm Max torque: 160Nm@4250rpm Price: RM195,888 w/out insurance

Engine/Transmission/Features: 1598cc, DOHC, 16-valve, four-cylinder with CVTC and drive-by-wire technology/ Four-speed auto/ Dual front airbags, EBD, ABS, BA Max power: 107hp@6000rpm Max torque: 153Nm@4400rpm Price: Latio 1.6ST manual RM84,680 w/ insurance; Latio 1.6ST automatic RM89,980 w/insurance; Latio 1.6 ST-L automatic with ABS RM92,929 w/insurance; Latio Sport 1.6 ST-L automatic RM97,980 w/insurance

Nissan Latio 1.8Ti

Engine/Transmission/Features: 1798cc,

KIA

Mazda2 hatchback.

Ford Fiesta Sedan LX 1.6L Ti-VCT

HYUNDAI

Naza Kia Sdn Bhd 1-800-88-6292 / www.nazakia.com.my

Engine/Transmission/Features: Inline fourcylinder, 1598cc/ Six-speed automatic with dual clutch/ ABS, HLA, ESP, TCS, EBD, EBA, dual airbags Max power: 120hp@6000rpm Max torque: 152Nm@4050rpm Price: RM78,888 w/ insurance

Hyundai-Berjaya Sdn Bhd www.hyundai.com.my

Kia Forte 1.6

Inokom i10

Ford Fiesta Sport 1.6L Ti-VCT

Engine/Transmission/Features: Inline fourcylinder, 1598cc/ Six-speed automatic with dual clutch/ ABS, HLA, ESP, TCS, EBD, EBA, airbag Max power: 120hp@6000rpm Max torque: 152Nm@4050rpm Price: RM82,888 w/ insurance

Engine/Transmission/Features: Epsilon 1.1 SOHC, 1086cc/ Four-speed automatic/ Dual airbags Max power: 66hp@5500rpm Max torque: 99Nm@2800rpm Price: Manual RM44,488 w/ insurance; Automatic RM46,988 w/ insurance; Automatic High spec RM49,688 w/ insurance

Engine/Transmission/Features: Gamma 1.6 DOHC CVVT, 1591cc/ Four-speed auto (gate type), H-Matic; Shiftronic/ ABS, ESC pack, TCS, ESC, dual front advanced airbags Max power: 124hp@6300rpm Max torque: 156Nm@4200rpm Price: SX RM85,800 w/insurance; EX RM78,800 w/insurance

Kia Forte 2.0SX

Inokom i10 (A) 1.25 Kappa

HONDA

Honda Malaysia Sdn Bhd Toll free: 1800-88-2020 / www.honda.net. my / www.honda.com.my

Honda City 1.5

Engine/Transmission/Features: fourcylinder, 16-valve, 1248cc inline DOHC, chaindriven timing belt/ Four-speed automatic/ Dual airbags, ABS with EBD (high spec) Max power: 77hp@6000rpm Max torque: 118.6Nm@4000rpm Price: High spec RM52,688; Standard RM49,688

Engine/Transmission/Features: Theta II 2.0 DOHC CVVT, 1998cc/4AT (gate type), H-Matic; Shiftronic/ ABS ESC pack, TCS, ESC, dual front advanced airbags, front seat-mounted side airbags, full-length side curtain airbags Max power: 156hp@6200rpm Max torque: 194Nm@4300rpm Price: RM97,800 w/insurance; Kia Forte Koup 2.0L RM115,800 w/insurance

Kia Forte Koup 2.0L

Engine/Transmission/Features: Fourcylinder, 16-valve SOHC, i-VTEC, 1497cc/

Inokom Getz 1.4SE

Engine/Transmission/Features: G4EE Alpha

Engine/Transmission/Features: DOHC MPI CVVT Theta II, 1998cc/ Six-speed automatic/ ABS, ESC, airbags Max power: 154hp@6200rpm

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PRICELIST
DOHC, 16-valve, four-cylinder with CVTC/ Electronically controlled four-speed auto with lock-up-torque/ Intelligent key, dual front airbags, EBD, ABS, BA, automatic bi-Xenon headlights Max power: 123hp@5200rpm Max torque: 1748Nm@4800rpm Price: RM99,958 w/insurance

PROTON

Perusahaan Otomobil Nasional Sdn Bhd. 1-300-880-888 / www.proton-edar.com

Proton Savvy 1.2 M-Line

Engine/Transmission/Features: Fourcylinder, 16-valve D4F, 1149cc/ Automatic, manual/Seatbelts, air-conditioning, radio Max power: 74hp@5500rpm Max torque: 105Nm@4250rpm Price: Automatic RM43,182 w/insurance; Manual RM40,240 w/insurance

Suzuki Alto.
Toyota Vios 1.5J
Engine/Transmission/Features: 1 NZ-FE, four-cylinder in-line, 16-valve, DOHC with VVTi, 1497cc/ Four-Speed automatic with super ECT gate shifter/ ABS, EBD, BA Max power: 109hp@6000rpm Max torque: 141Nm@4200rpm Price: RM74,883 w/insurance

Volkswagen Beetle 1.6

Proton Gen.2 1.6 H-Line

Engine/Transmission/Features: Campro CPS, four-cylinder, DOHC, 16-valve, 1597cc/ Five-speed manual; Four-speed auto/ ABS, EBD, dual SRS airbags Max power: 125hp@6500rpm Max torque: 150Nm@4500rpm Price: Automatic RM60,488 w/insurance; Manual RM57,488 w/insurance

Engine/Transmission/Features: Fourcylinder petrol engine, 1595cc/ Six-speed automatic gearbox with Tiptronic/ ABS, airbags Max power: 102hp@5600rpm Max torque: 148Nm@3800rpm Price: RM139,888 nett selling price

Proton Inspira 2.0P.

Headrest, ABS, airbags Max power: 87hp@6000rpm Max torque: 116Nm@3200rpm Price: SX metallic RM43,900 w/insurance; EZi Automatic RM50,100 w/insurance RM77,707 w/out insurance

Toyota Vios 1.5J

Proton Satria Neo 1.6 H-line

Engine/Transmission/Features: CamPro four-cylinder, 16-valve, DOHC, 1597cc / Fivespeed manual; Four-speed auto/ Captor, multi-function steering, cruise control (auto only), CD/MP3 Max power: 110hp@6000rpm Max torque: 148Nm@4000rpm Price: Manual RM57,763 w/insurance; Automatic RM60,763 w/insurance

Suzuki SX4 Crossover 1.6

Perodua Viva 660

Proton Persona Elegance 1.6

Engine/Transmission/Features: Campro IAFM, four-cylinder, DOHC, 16-Valve, 1597cc / Four-speed auto; Five-speed manual/ Dual airbags, pre-tensioners (Navigator, body kit, fog lamp, rear spoiler M-line, H-line only) (ABS with EBD, leather seats, auto cruise H-line only) Max power: 110hp@6500rpm Max torque: 148Nm@4000rpm Price: B-Line manual M46,499 w/insurance; M-Line Automatic RM55,999 w/insurance; H-Line Automatic RM59,499 w/insurance

Engine/Transmission/Features: 659cc, DOHC, 12-valve (four-valves per cylinder)/ Five speed manual/ Seat belts, air-conditioner, radio Max power: 47hp@7200rpm Max torque: 58Nm@4400rpm Price: BX manual RM24,900 w/insurance; EX manual RM28,900.00 w/insurance

Engine/Transmission/Features: M16A, four-inline, 16-valve, 1586cc MPI/ Four-speed auto FWD/ Two-airbags, ABS, EBD, BA, pretensioners, decoupling pedal mechanism for brake pedal Max power: 101hp@5600rpm Max torque: 140Nm@4000rpm Price: RM87,490 w/out insurance; Premier RM92,360 w/out insurance

Engine/Transmission/Features: 1 NZ-FE, four-cylinder in-line, 16-valve, DOHC with VVTi, 1497cc/ Five-speed manual/ ABS, EBD, BA Max power: 109hp@6000rpm Max torque: 141Nm@4200rpm Price: RM70,783 w/insurance

Volkswagen Beetle 2.0

Toyota Yaris 1.5S

Engine/Transmission/Features: Fourcylinder petrol engine, 1984cc/ Six-speed automatic gearbox with Tiptronic/ ABS, airbags, park pilot, electronic immobilisation Max power: 115hp@5400rpm Max torque: 172Nm@3200rpm Price: RM158,888 nett selling price

Suzuki SX4 1.6 Sedan

Perodua Viva 850

Proton Saga FL 1.3

Engine/Transmission/Features: DOHC, 12-valve with DVVT/ Five-speed manual/ Power windows, 1 DIN radio CD player, alarm, central locking Max power: 52hp@6000rom Max torque: 76Nm@4000rpm Price: Solid RM32,500 w/insurance; Metallic RM32,900 w/insurance

Engine/Transmission/Features: 1586cc, DOHC, 16-valve, VVT/ Four-speed auto/ Two airbags, ABS, EBD, BA Max power: 101hp@5600 rpm Max torque: 140Nm@4000rpm Price: RM88,888 w/out insurance; Premier RM93,888 w/out insurance

Engine/Transmission/Features: 1NZ-FE, DOHC, four-cylinder, 16-valve, VVT-i, 1497cc/ Four-Speed automatic with super-ECT and gated shifter/ Reverse sensor, optiron meter, audio control steering switch, ABS, EBD, BA, high-mounted stop lamp (LED), SRS airbags, Max power: 109hp@6000rpm Max torque: 141Nm@4200rpm Price: RM107,591 w/insurance

Volkswagen Golf 1.4 TSI

Engine/Transmission/Features: Fourcylinder petrol engine, 1390cc/ Seven-speed direct shift gearbox DSG/ ABS, airbags Max power: 160hp@5800rpm Max torque: 240Nm@1500-4500rpm Price: RM148,888 nett selling price

VOLKSWAGEN

VOLVO Swedish Marque

Volkswagen Group Malaysia 1-800-88-8947 / www.volkswagen.com.my

1-800-88-2222; 03-92362822 / www. volvocars.com.my Federal Auto, 03-2274 9300

Volkswagen Polo 1.2 TSI

Suzuki Alto 1.0

Engine/Transmission/Features: Campro, 16-valve, DOHC, 1332cc/ Five-speed manual; Four-speed auto with Invecs/ Drivers airbag, pre-tensioner, Immobiliser Max power: 95hp@6000rom Max torque: 120Nm@4000rpm Price: Standard automatic metallic RM40,998 w/insurance; Executive automatic metallic RM43,298 w/insurance

Perodua Viva Elite

Engine/Transmission/Features: 989cc, DOHC, 12-valve, DVVT/ Four-speed automatic/ ABS, EBD, BA, dual airbags Max power: 60hp@6000rpm Max torque: 90Nm@3600rpm Price: Viva 1.0 RM36,500 w/insurance; Elite EZi RM44,900 w/insurance

Engine/Transmission/Features: K10B three-cylinder inline DOHC 996cc/ Five-speed manual; Four-speed auto/ Dual airbags, TECT body system, ABS, EBD (for auto) Max power: 67hp@6000rpm Max torque: 90Nm@3400rpm Price: GA manual RM 44,888 w/out insurance; GLX automatic M 49,888 w/out insurance; GXS automatic RM54,888 w/out insurance

Engine/Transmission/Features: Fourcylinder petrol, 1197cc/ Seven-speed direct shift gearbox DSG/ ABS, airbags Max power: 105hp@5000rpm Max torque: 175hp@1550-4100rpm Price: RM108,888 nett selling price

Volvo C30 2.0i

Engine/Transmission/Features: Fourcylinder, 1999cc/ Six-speed Powershift auto with Geartronic/ ABS, airbags Max power: 145hp@6000rpm Max torque: 185Nm@4500rpm Price: RM215,00 w/out insurance

Proton Inspira 1.8CVT Executive

PEUGEOT

TOYOTA

Engine/Transmission/Features: 1798cc, four-cylinder Mivec DOHC, 16-valve/CVT with Invecs-III/ Dual SRS airbag, ABS, EBD Max power: 110hp@6000rpm Max torque: 177Nm@4250rpm Price: Metallic RM84,999 w/insurance; Solid RM84,549 w/insurance

Nasim Sdn Bhd 1-800-88-6292 / www.peugeot.com.my

UMW TOYOTA MOTORS 1-800-88-3333; www.toyota.com.my

Peugeot 308 VTi 1.6

Toyota Corolla Altis 1.8

Proton Inspira 1.8 Standard

Engine/Transmission/Features: 1798cc, four-cylinder Mivec DOHC, 16-valve/ Fivespeed manual/ Dual SRS airbag, ABS, EBD Max power: 110hp@6000rpm Max torque: 177Nm@4250rpm Price: Metallic RM78,999 w/insurance; Solid RM78,549 w/insurance

Engine/Transmission/Features: 1598cc, DOHC, 16-valve with dual variable valve lift and timing injection/ Four-speed auto adaptive with Tiptronic /Four-airbags, ABS, EBD, EBA, all-round disc breaks, automatic headlight wiper, cruise control Max power: 120hp@6000rpm Max torque: 160Nm4250rpm Price: RM99,888 w/insurance

Engine/Transmission/Features: 2ZR-FE fourcylinder inline 16-valve, 1794cc, DOHC VVT-i/ Super CVT-i seven-speed/ ABS, EBD, BA, GOA Body, two-airbags, WIL (VSC only on 1.8G) Max power: 130hp@6000rpm Max torque: 170Nm@4200rpm Price: 1.8E RM112,990 w/insurance; 1.8G RM122,990.00 w/insurance

Toyota Corolla Altis 1.6E

Peugeot 207 1.6

PERODUA

Perusahaan Otomobil Kedua Berhad 1800 88 6600 / www.perodua.com.my

Perodua Myvi 1.0SR

Engine/Transmission/Features: Four inline cylinders, DOHC, 16-valve, 1587cc/ Auto adaptive gearbox with Tiptronic and sport mode/ Two airbags with ABS, EBD and EBA Max power: 110hp@5800rpm Max torque: 147Nm@4000rpm Price: RM72,888 w/insurance

Engine/Transmission/Features: 1ZR -FE four-cylinder inline 16-valve, DOHC with VVTi, 1598cc/ Four-speed automatic with super ECT/ ABS, EBD, BA, anti-theft system, dualairbags, multi information display Max power: 109hp@6000rpm Max torque: 146Nm@4400rpm Price: RM105,990 w/insurance

Engine/Transmission/Features: Four-cycle, in-line three-cylinder, DVVT DOHC, 989cc/ Five-speed manual/ Headrest, seatbelts, airconditioner, radio Max power: 57hp@6000rpm Max torque: 88Nm@3600rpm Price: Solid RM38,924 w/insurance; Metallic RM39,447 w/insurance

SUZUKI

Toyota Vios 1.5

Suzuki Malaysia Automobil Sdn Bhd 1-300-88-6699 / www.suzuki.net.my

Suzuki Swift 1.5

Perodua Myvi 1.3

Engine/Transmission/Features: Four-cycle, in-line four-cylinder DVVT DOHC, 1298cc / Five-speed manual/ Four-speed auto/

Engine/Transmission/Features: 1490cc, M15A VVT, DOHC, four-inline, 16-valve/ Automatic/ Dual airbags, ABS, EBD, per-tensioners, head impact protection structure Max power: 101hp@6000rpm Max torque: 131Nm@4000rpm Price: RM71,706 w/out insurance; Premier

Engine/Transmission/Features: 1NZ-FE four-cylinder inline, 16-valve, DOHC with VVTi, 1497cc/ Four-speed automatic super ECT gate shifter/ ABS with EBD, BA, SRS airbags (185/60R15 alloy wheels, suspension kit, Aerokit for bumpers, spoiler, side skirts, trunk spoiler for TRD Sportivo) Max power: 109hp@6000rpm Max torque: 141Nm@4200rpm Price: TRD Sportivo RM92,000 w/insurance; 1.5G RM87,300 w/insurance; 1.5E RM81,000 w/insurance

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ALFA ROMEO
159 (2.2JTS Selespeed) 159 (3.2L V6 Ti) GT (2.0JTS Black Line) Brera (2.2JTS Selespeed) Spider (3.2L V6) Mito 1.4L RM195,888 RM298,888 RM218,888 RM308,888 RM358,888 RM153,888

LS 460 Sport LS 600h L RX 350 RX 270 RX 450h CT200h

RM734,448 RM976,699 RM377,000 RM340,000 RM520,000 RM168,000

LOTUS
RM298,700 RM328,700 RM338,800 RM360,000 RM428,800 RM443,480 RM498,000 RM513,000

S500L (CKD) SL300 Roadster SLS AMG Coup ML350 AMG Sport Edition R300L R300L with AMG Wheels

RM1,000,000 RM806,888 RM1,999,999 RM555,888 RM470,888 RM478,888

MINI
RM195,888 RM235,888 RM239,888 RM259,888 RM275,888 RM248,888 RM285,888

AUDI
RM235,000 RM309,800 RM399,900 RM335,000 RM468,000 RM658,800 RM325,000 RM550,000 RM355,000 RM1,250,000

A4 1.8 TFSI A4 2.0 TFSI quattro S line A5 2.0 TFSI quattro A6 2.0 TFSI A6 3.0 TFSI quattro S line A8L 3.0 TFSI quattro Q5 2.0 TFSI quattro Q7 3.0 TFSI TT 2.0 TFSI R8 5.2 FSI Bufori MKIII La Joya Bufori MKVI Geneva

Chery Eastar
Captiva 2.0L AWD (Diesel) RM157,127 i10 (A) 1.1 Std i10 (A) 1.1 High spec i10 GLS (A) 1.25 Kappa High spec i10 GLS (A) 1.25 Kappa Std spec Getz 1.4 (A) RM46,988 RM49,688 RM52,688 RM49,688 RM61,731

Elise S From RM238,600 Europa S Europa SE Exige S Exige S (Perfomance Pack) Exige (CUP 260) Evora Evora IPS (Automatic) Evora S (Super-Chaged)

Mini Cooper Mini Cooper Cabriolet Mini Cooper S Mini Cooper S Clubman Mini Cooper S JCW MINI Cooper Countryman MINI Cooper S Countryman

MITSUBISHI
RM169,980 RM125,980 RM120,980 RM132,980 RM139,980 RM338,888 RM90,980 RM95,980 RM80,980 RM64,333 RM105,980 RM166,980 RM149,500 RM292,980

CITROEN FORD

MAHINDRA
RM109,999

BUFORI
RM498,888.88 RM1,350,000

Citroen Grand C4 Picasso 1.6T (EGS 6-Speed) RM138,990 Citroen C6 V6 3.0 Exclusive (Automatic) RM400,445 Citroen C5 2.0 Exclusive (Automatic) RM176,279

Mahindra Scorpio 2.2L 4X4 (A) Diesel (CBU)

ISUZU
RM93,115 RM98,571 RM89,211 RM73,391 RM82,481 RM88,737 RM73,947

MAZDA

BMW
RM203,800 RM204,800 RM423,800 RM319,800 RM236,800 RM241,800 RM253,800 RM260,800 RM275,800 RM309,800 RM539,800 RM289,800 RM378,800 RM498,800 RM439,800 RM718,800 RM728,800 RM758,800 RM333,800 RM383,800 RM449,800 RM598,800 RM638,800 RM788,800 RM938,000 RM648,800 RM698,800 RM818,800 RM1,138,800 RM1,388,800 RM238,800 RM298,800 RM348,800 RM588,800 RM578,800 RM698,800 RM1,188,800 RM438,800 RM558,800 RM598,800

118i 118i Executive Edition 135i Coupe M Sport 120i Convertible 320i 320i Executive Edition 320i M Sport 320d M Sport 323i Exclusive Edition 325i Sports Edition Individual 335i Sedan 320i Coupe 325i Coupe 335i Coupe M Sport 325i Convetible M3 sedan M3 Coupe M3 Coupe Competition Edition 520d 523i 528i 535i 535i Gran Turismo Individual 630i Coupe M6 Coupe 730Li 730Ld 740Li 750Li Individual 760Li X1 sDrive18i X1 xDrive20d X3 xDrive20d (New) X5 xDrive35i X5 xDrive30d X6 xDrive35i X6 M Z4 sDrive23i Z4 sDrive35i Z4 sDrive35is

Fiesta Sport LX 1.6L Ti-VCT Fiesta Sedan LX 1.6L Ti-VCT Fiesta 1.4LX (M) Mondeo 2.3L DURATEC PETROL Everest 3.0L TDCi 4x4 XLT (AT) Everest 2.5L TDCi 4x4 XLT (AT) Everest 2.5L TDCi 4x4 XLT (MT) Ranger 2.5TDCi 4x4 XLT (MT) Ranger 2.5TDCi 4x4 XLT (AT) Ranger 2.5TDi 4x4 XL (MT) Ranger 2.5TDi 4x2 XL (MT) Ranger XL Single Cab 2.5L Tdi 4x4 (MT) Focus 2.0L Sport TDCi Focus 2.0L Sport Focus 2.0L Ghia Sedan Focus 2.0L Ghia Sedan TDCi Escape 2.3L 4x4 XLT Escape 2.3L 4x4 XLS

RM82,888 RM78,888 RM69,888 RM178,88 RM176,791 RM162,727 RM151,441 RM86,803 RM92,959 RM76,517 RM63,613 RM67,309 RM128,888 RM117,123 RM116,097 RM128,888 RM139,888 RM118,888

D-Max 3.0L Super Commonrail (4x4 manual) D-Max 3.0L Super Commonrail (4x4 auto) D-Max 3.0L Super Commonrail (4x2 auto) D-Max SINGLE CAB 3.0L (4x4 auto) D-Max 2.5 LS Super Commonrail (4x4 Type-B Manual) D-Max 2.5 LS Super Commonrail (4x4 Premium Manual) D-Max 2.5L 4x2 Standard (Manual)

JAGUAR

HONDA

XK 4.2 V8 Coupe XK 4.2 V8 Convertible XKR 5.0 V8 S/C Coupe XKR 5.0 V8 S/C Convertible Daimler 4.2 S/C LWB XJ 5.0 V8 Premium Luxury LWB XJ 5.0 V8 S/C Supersport LWB XF 3.0 V6 XF Diesel S XF 5.0 V8 S/C XFR

RM878,888 RM948,888 RM1,088,888 RM1,158,888 RM898,888 RM958,888 RM1,158,888 RM488,888 RM499,888 RM888,888

City 1.5L Grade S City 1.5L Grade E Jazz 1.5L Grade V Jazz 1.5L Concept M Civic 1.8S Civic 1.8S-L Civic 2.0 Sedan Civic Concept M Insight 1.3L Accord 2.0 VTi Accord 2.0 VTi-L Accord 2.4 VTi-L Accord Concept M CR-V 2.0L i-VTEC Stream RSZ Freed 1.5

RM85,480 RM90,480 RM109,800 RM116,800 RM114,980 RM119,980 RM130,980 RM137,980 RM98,000 RM142,800 RM149,800 RM172,800 RM176,800 RM149,980 RM158,980 RM112,980

KIA
RM158,888 RM115,800 RM78,800 RM85,800 RM97,800 RM102,000 RM61,088 RM64,088 RM90,088 RM86,088 RM44,500 RM46,800 RM48,800 RM77,867

HYUNDAI
RM97,888 RM112,888 RM75,888 RM98,888 RM135,888 RM143,888 RM163,888 RM149,088 RM129,888 RM139,888 RM154,888 RM158,888 RM169,888

Sorento 2.4L Forte Koup 2.0L Forte 1.6L EX Forte 1.6L SX Forte 2.0L SX Optima 2.0L EX Citra 2.0L RS Citra 2.0L SE Rondo EXS Rondo EX Picanto 1.1 LS Picanto 1.1 EX Picanto 1.1 SE Pregio

Mazda2 1.5sedanV-spec Mazda2 1.5 sedan VR-spec Mazda2 1.5 sedan R-spec Mazda2 1.5 sedan RS-spec Mazda2 1.5 h/back V-spec Mazda2 1.5 h/back R-spec Mazda21.5 h/back RS-spec Mazda3 1.6L CKD sedan (GL) Mazda3 1.6L CKD h/back (GL) Mazda3 2.0L CKD sedan (GL) Mazda3 2.0L CKD h/back (GL) Mazda3 Sport 1.6 sedan Mazda3 Sport 1.6 h/back Mazda3 Sport 2.0 sedan Mazda3 Sport 2.0 h/back Mazda3 MPS 2.3 Mazda5 MPV 2.0L Mazda6 2.0 Mazda6 2.5 Mazda 8 MPV 2.3L Mazda MX-5 Mazda RX-8 CX-7 4x2 CX-7 4x4 CX-9 BT-50 2.5 (M) BT-50 2.5 (A)

RM80,122 RM81,657 RM83,122 RM87,622 RM83,822 RM86,822 RM91,322 RM99,374 RM104,653 RM119,375 RM130,275 RM111,249 RM116,203 RM131,249 RM135,999 RM175,109 RM150,020 RM147,774 RM173,229 RM191,929 RM220,000 RM233,699 RM258,008 RM268,016 RM322,405 RM83,170 RM88,170

Grandis 2.4L Lancer 2.0GT Lancer 2.0 EX Lancer Sportback ASX Lancer Evolution 2.0 Triton 4x4 (M) 2.5D Triton 4x4 (A) 2.5D Triton Standard 2.5D Triton Lite 4x2 (M) 2.5D Triton 3.2L (A) Pajero Sports 2.5GS (A) Pajero Sports 2.5GL (A) Pajero 3.8L

MITSUOKA
RM92,800 RM89,800 RM242,000 RM198,000 RM383,000 RM129,000 RM178,000 RM184,0000 RM1,025,000

Cute 1.4 MPV1.4 Nouera2.0 Galue I 2.0 Galue III 2.5 Ryoga 2.0 Viewt II1.5 Classic F 1.8 Orochi3.3

MERCEDES-BENZ

LAND ROVER
RM148,888 RM271,388 RM423,888 RM568,888 RM588,888 RM728,888 RM688,888 RM658,888 RM798,888

CHANA
RM45,368 RM41,420

Era CM8 (M) Era CV6 (M)

CHERY
RM81,988 RM95,888 RM78,888 RM89,888

Eastar 2.0 A520 2.0 (A) Tiggo 1.6 (M) Tiggo 2.0 (A)

CHEVROLET
RM98,768 RM146,252

i30 1.6 (A) i30 2.0 (A) Accent 1.6 (A) Avante 2.0 (A) Std Sonata YF 2.0 std Sonata YF 2.0 High Spec Sonata YF 2.4 High Spec Grand Starex Royale Diesel (A) VGT Tucson 2.0GL 2WD Std Spec Tucson 2.0GLS 2WD High Spec Tucson 2.4GLS 4WD(TOD) High Spec Santa Fe 2.4 Petrol (A) High Spec Santa Fe 2.2 Diesel (A) High Spec

Defender 2.4L TD4 Double Cab Freelander 2 TD4 2.2L Discovery 4 V6 3.0 Range Rover Sport 3.0L V6 Range Rover Sport 5.0L V8 Range Rover Sport 5.0L V8 S/C Range Rover 3.6L V8 Vogue Range Rover 3.6L Diesel TDV8 HSE Range Rover 5.0L V8 S/C

B180 RM215,888 C200 CGI Elegance RM255,888 C250 CGI Avantgarde RM287,888 C300 Estate RM396,888 C63 AMG RM783,888 E200 CGI Elegance (CKD) RM368,888 E250 CGI Avantgarde (CKD) RM398,888 E300 Avantgarde (CKD) RM455,888 E300 AMG Sport Package (CKD) RM475,888 E250 CGI Estate RM462,888 E250 CGI Coup RM493,888 E350 Coup RM666,888 E250 CGI Cabriolet RM535,888 E63 AMG RM1,145,888 S300L with Rear Seat Entertainment (CKD) RM659,888 S350L (SEL) (CKD) RM835,888

Teana 2.0L Comfort Teana 2.0L Luxury Teana V6 2.5L Premium Teana V6 3.5L Exquisite Sentra Sport 1.6L (M/T) Sentra Sport 1.6L (A/T) Latio 1.6 ST (M/T) Latio 1.6 ST (A/T) Latio 1.6 ST-L (A/T) Latio 1.8Ti (A/T) Latio Sport 1.6ST-L (A/T) Sylphy 2.0L (X-CVT) Sylphy 2.0L (X-CVT) Luxury Sylphy 2.0L (X-CVT) Luxury Navi Package Grand Livina MPV 1.6L (M/T) Grand Livina MPV 1.6L (A/T) Grand Livina MPV 1.8L (A/T) Serena MPV 2.0L (A/T) Comfort Serena MPV 2.0L (A/T) Highway Star Frontier 4WD 2.5L (M/T) Spirit (Diesel) Navara 4WD 2.5L (M/T) Standard (Diesel) Navara 4WD 2.5L (M/T) SE (Diesel) Navara 2WD 2.5L (A/T) Calibre (Diesel) Navara 4WD 2.5L (A/T) Luxury (Diesel)

NISSAN

RM141,000 RM145,000 RM173,000 RM248,500 RM85,750 RM89,800 RM84,680 RM89,980 RM92,929 RM99,958 RM97,980 RM114,880 RM118,880 RM120,380 RM84,800 RM88,600 RM97,300 RM136,500 RM146,950 RM82,686 RM89,800 RM94,800 RM89,900 RM105,800

LEXUS
RM305,000 RM275,000 RM432,000 RM408,800 RM844,448

Cruze 1.8L Captiva 2.4L AWD (Petrol)

INOKOM
RM44,488

i10 (M) 1.1 Std

IS 250 LUX IS 250 STD IS 250C GS300 LS 460L

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X-Trail 4WD 2.0L (A/T) X-Trail 4WD 2.5L (A/T) X-Trail 2WD 2.0L (X-CVT) C22 Vanette Pickup *1.5L (M/T) C22 Vanette Panel Van *1.5L (M/T) C22 Vanette Semi Panel *1.5L (M/T) C22 Vanette Window Van *1.5L (M/T) Urvan - Panel Van * 3.0L (M/T) (Diesel) Urvan - Semi Panel Van * 3.0L (M/T) (Diesel) Urvan Microbus 14 seater 3.0 L (M/T) (Diesel) 370Z Coupe 3.7L (M/T & A/T) 370Z Roadster Murano 3.5 L (X-CVT) Latio Tuned By Impul 1.6 ST (M/T) Latio Tuned By Impul 1.6 ST (A/T) Latio Sport Tuned By Impul1.6ST-L (A/T) Grand Livina Tuned By Impul 1.6L (MT) Grand Livina Tuned By Impul 1.6L (AT) Grand Livina Tuned By Impul 1.8L (AT) Sylphy Tuned By Impul 2.0L (X-CVT) Sylphy Tuned By Impul 2.0L (X-CVT) Luxury Navi Package Sentra Tuned By Impul 1.6L (MT) Comfort Sentra Tuned By Impul 1.6L (MT) Luxury Sentra Tuned By Impul 1.6L (AT) Comfort Sentra Tuned By Impul 1.6L (AT) Luxury

RM133,800 RM144,800 RM149,500 RM48,600 RM54,300 RM57,400 RM65,738 RM79,810 RM85,360 RM99,313 RM370,000 RM399,000 RM330,000 RM95,466 RM100,740 RM108,766 RM95,586 RM99,386 RM108,086 RM125,980 RM131,480 RM94,500 RM98,500 RM98,600 RM102,600

Saga FL Executive (A) Solid Saga FL Executive (A) Metallic Inspira 1.8 Standard (M) Metallic Inspira 1.8 Standard (M) Solid Inspira 1.8 Executive (CVT) Metallic Inspira 1.8 Executive (CVT) Solid Inspira 2.0 Premium (CVT) Metallic Inspira 2.0 Premium (CVT) Solid

RM42,848 RM43,298 RM78,999 RM78,549 RM84,999 RM84,549 RM91,999 RM91,549

PERODUA

PROTON

Savvy 1.2 M-Line (AT) Metallic Savvy 1.2 M-Line (AT) Solid Savvy 1.2 M-Line (MT) Metallic Savvy 1.2 M-Line (MT) Solid Gen.2 1.6 H-Line (A) Metallic Gen.2 1.6 H-Line (A) Solid Gen.2 1.6 H-Line (M) Metallic Gen.2 1.6 H-Line (M Solid Gen.2 1.6 M-Line (A) Metallic Gen.2 1.6 M-Line (A) Solid Exora CPS 1.6 H-Line (A) Metallic Exora CPS 1.6 H-Line (A) Solid Exora CPS 1.6 M-Line (A) Metallic Exora CPS 1.6 M-Line (A) Solid Exora CPS 1.6 M-Line (M) Metallic Exora CPS 1.6 M-Line (M) Solid Exora CPS 1.6 B-Line (MT) Metallic Exora CPS 1.6 B-Line (MT) Solid Satria Neo CPS 1.6 H-Line (M) Metallic Satria Neo CPS 1.6 H-Line (M) Solid Satria Neo CPS 1.6 H-Line (A) Metallic Satria Neo CPS 1.6 H-Line (A) Solid R3 Satria Neo 1.6 (M) Metallic Persona Elegance 1.6 B-Line (M) Persona Elegance 1.6 B-Line (A) Persona Elegance 1.6 M-Line (M) Persona Elegance 1.6 M-Line (A) Persona Elegance 1.6 H-Line (A) Saga FL Standard (M) Solid Saga FL Standard (M) Metallic Saga FL Standard (A) Solid Saga FL Standard (A) Metallic Saga FL Executive (M) Solid Saga FL Executive (M) Metallic

RM43,182 RM42,316 RM40,240 RM39,694 RM60,488 RM60,038 RM57,488 RM57,038 RM54,988 RM54,538 RM76,998 RM76,548 RM70,998 RM70,548 RM65,998 RM65,548 RM58,998 RM58,548 RM57,763 RM57,313 RM60,763 RM60,313 RM79,797 RM46,499 RM49,499 RM52,999 RM55,999 RM59,499 RM37,548 RM37,998 RM40,548 RM40,998 RM40,248 RM40,698

Alza GX - 1.5L (M) Solid RM55,490 Alza GX - 1.5L (M) Metallic RM55,990 Alza GX - 1.5L (M) Special Metallic RM56,190 Alza EZ - 1.5L (A) Solid RM58,490 Alza EZ - 1.5L (A) Metallic RM58,990 Alza EZ - 1.5L (A) Special Metallic RM59,190 Alza GH - 1.5L (M) Solid RM60,490 Alza GH - 1.5L (M) Metallic RM60,990 Alza GH - 1.5L (M) Special Metallic RM61,190 Alza ZH - 1.5L (A) Solid RM63,490 Alza ZH - 1.5L (A) Metallic RM63,990 Alza ZH - 1.5L (A) Special Metallic RM64,190 Alza GHP Advanced Version - 1.5L (M) Solid RM66,490 Alza GHP Advanced Version - 1.5L (M) Metallic RM66,990 Alza ZHP Advanced Version - 1.5L (A) Solid RM69,490 Alza ZHP Advanced Version - 1.5L (A) Metallic RM69,990 Myvi 1.0 SR (M) Solid RM38,924.10 Myvi 1.0 SR (M) Metallic RM39,447.30 Myvi 1.3 SX (M) Solid RM43,400 Myvi 1.3 SX (M) Metallic RM43,900 Myvi 1.3 SX (M) Special Metallic RM44,300 Myvi 1.3 EZ (A) Solid RM46,400 Myvi 1.3 EZ (A) Metallic RM46,900 Myvi 1.3 EZ (A) Special Metallic RM47,300 Myvi 1.3 EZL (A) Solid RM48,100 Myvi 1.3 EZL (A) Metallic RM48,600 Myvi 1.3 SXi (M) Solid RM46,200 Myvi 1.3 SXi (M) Metallic RM46,700 Myvi 1.3 SXi (M) Special Metallic RM47,100 Myvi 1.3 EZi (A) Solid RM49,200 Myvi 1.3 EZi (A) Metallic RM49,700

Myvi 1.3 EZi (A) Special Metallic Myvi 1.3 GHS (M) Solid Myvi 1.3 GHS (M) Metallic Myvi 1.3 GHS (M) Special Metallic Myvi 1.3 SE ZHS (A) Solid Myvi 1.3 SE ZHS (A) Metallic Myvi 1.3 SE ZHS (A) Special Metallic Viva 660BX (M) Solid Viva 660BX (M) Metallic Viva 660EX (M) Solid Viva 660EX (M) Metallic Viva 850 (M) Solid Viva 850 (M) Metallic Viva 1.0 Solid Viva 1.0 Metallic Viva ELITE 1.0 (M) Solid Viva ELITE 1.0 (M) Metalic Viva ELITE 1.0 (A) Solid Viva ELITE 1.0 (A) Metalic Viva ELITE EZL (Exclusive Edition) Solid Viva ELITE EZL (Exclusive Edition) Metalic Viva ELITE EZi 1.0 (A) Solid Viva ELITE EZi 1.0 (A) Metalic

RM50,100 RM49,900 RM50,400 RM50,800 RM52,900 RM53,400 RM53,800 RM24,900 RM25,300 RM28,500 RM28,900 RM32,500 RM32,900 RM36,500 RM36,900 RM37,500 RM37,900 RM40,500 RM40,900 RM41,600 RM42,000 RM44,500 RM44,900

911 Carrera S 911 Carrera 4 911 Carrera 4S 911 Carrera GTS 911 Turbo 911 Turbo S 911 GT3 RS Cayenne Cayenne Diesel Cayenne S Cayenne S Hybrid Cayenne Turbo Panamera Panamera 4 Panamera S Panamera 4S Panamera Turbo

RM850,000 RM820,000 RM920,000 RM900,000 RM1,300,000 RM1,350,000 RM1,130,000 RM550,000 RM560,000 RM680,000 RM720,000 RM940,000 RM730,000 RM760,000 RM880,000 RM940,000 RM1,190,000

RENAULT
Megane Sport 250 CUP - 16V Turbo Laguna Coupe 2.0L (A) Turbo Koleos 2.5L RM228,761 RM259,870 RM211,659

PEUGEOT

SUZUKI
RM71,707 RM77,707 RM102,975 RM109,863 RM97,131 RM104,019 RM87,491 RM92,361 RM88,888 RM93,888 RM116,710 RM44,888 RM49,888 RM54,888

3008 308cc 407 2.0L 407 2.0L Premium 308 VTi 308 Turbo 207 1.6 5008

RM146,888 RM186,888 RM128,888 RM136,888 RM99,888 RM118,888 RM72,888 RM159,888

PORSCHE
Boxster Boxster S Caymen Cayman S 911 Carrera RM460,000 RM550,000 RM490,000 RM590,000 RM750,000

Swift 1.5 (A) (CKD) Swift Premier 1.5 (A) (CKD) Swift Sport 1.6 (A) (CBU) Swift Sport Premier 1.6(A) (CBU) Swift Sport 1.6 (M) (CBU) Swift Sport Premier 1.6 (M) (CBU) SX4 Crossover 1.6 (A) SX4 Crossover 1.6 (A) Premier SX4 Sedan 1.6 (A) SX4 Sedan 1.6 Premier (A) Grand Vitara 4x2 2.0 (A) (CBU) Alto 1.0 GA (M) Alto 1.0 GLX (A) Alto 1.0 GXS (A)

Corolla Altis 1.6E Fortuner 2.7V TRD Sportivo Fortuner 2.7V Fortuner 2.5G TRD Sportivo Fortuner 2.5G Fortuner 2.7V TRD Sportivo (Non-Metallic) Fortuner 2.7V (Non-Metallic) Fortuner 2.5G TRD Sportivo (Non-Metallic) Fortuner 2.5G Innova 2.0G (A) Innova 2.0E (A) Innova 2.0E (M) Innova 2.0G (A) (Non-Metallic) Innova 2.0E (A) (Non-Metallic) Innova 2.0E (M) (Non-Metallic) Rush 1.5S (A) Rush 1.5G (A) Rush 1.5G (M) Vios 1.5 TRD Sportivo Vios 1.5G Vios 1.5E Vios 1.5J (A) Vios 1.5J (M) Yaris 1.5S Hilux 3.0G Double Cab 4x4 (A) Hilux 2.5 Single Cab 4x4 (M) Hilux Double Cab STD 4x4 (M) Hilux Double Cab 2.5 4x4 (M) Hilux Double Cab 2.5 4x4 (A) Avanza 1.3E (M) Avanza 1.5S (A) Avanza 1.5G (A) Avanza 1.5E (A) Avanza 1.3E (M) (Non-Metallic) Avanza 1.5S (A) (Non-Metallic) Avanza 1.5G (A) (Non-Metallic) Avanza 1.5E (A) (Non-Metallic)

RM105,990 RM183,386 RM177,500 RM173,481 RM167,621 RM181,981 RM176,121 RM172,201 RM166,315 RM109,800 RM101,800 RM96,800 RM108,619 RM100,619 RM95,619 RM96,264 RM90,464 RM87,464 RM90,819 RM86,119 RM80,319 RM74,883 RM70,783 RM107,591 RM106,000 RM73,256 RM82,251 RM90,035 RM95,035 RM62,000 RM77,100 RM74,300 RM69,900 RM61,270 RM76,760 RM74,286 RM69,286

VOLKSWAGEN
RM108,888 RM139,888 RM158,888 RM148,888 RM188,888 RM243,888 RM209,888 RM243,888 RM249,888 RM249,888 RM433,888

SUBARU
RM229,000 RM269,000 RM279,000 RM279,000

Forester 2.5XT Turbo Legacy 2.5GT Sedan Turbocharged Legacy 2.5GT Wagon Turbocharged Impreza WRX STI 2.5 Turbocharged

SSANGYONG
RM102,045 RM169,829 RM89,989

Stavic SV270 Xdi Rexton II RX270XDi Actyon Sport XDi 200XVT

Polo 1.2 TSI Beetle 1.6 Beetle 2.0 Golf 1.4 TSI Scirocco 1.4TSI Scirocco 2.0TSI Golf GTi 2.0 Turbo TSI (Mk6) Passat CC 2.0 TSI EOS Sport 2.0 TSI Tiguan 2.0 4 Motion Touareg R-Line 3.6 V6 FSI C30 2.0i C30 T5 R-Design S40 2.4i V50 (2.0 Powershift) S60 T5 S60 T6 S80 2.5T XC90 2.5 LPT XC90 D5 XC60

VOLVO
RM215,000 RM259,000 RM169,950 RM185,950 RM288,000 RM348,000 RM295,000 RM355,000 RM355,000 RM281,950

TOYOTA
RM174,990 RM154,,990 RM144,990 RM139,900 RM131,990 RM122,990 RM112,990

Volvo S60 T6.

Camry 2.4V Camry 2.0G Camry 2.0E Prius 1.8L Corolla Altis 2.0V Corolla Altis 1.8G Corolla Altis 1.8E

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