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Varian Volvo EC40 Single Motor Kini Dibuka Untuk Tempahan pada Harga RM248,888

Volvo EC40, SUV crossover pertama Volvo yang ditawarkan hanya sebagai model elektrik, kini boleh didapati dalam varian single motor untuk tahun model 2026. Harga jualan disyorkan (RRP) ditetapkan pada RM248,888, iaitu lebih rendah RM40,000 berbanding RRP varian twin motor sedia ada.

Varian single motor ini datang dengan spesifikasi Ultra paling tinggi. Ia menggunakan motor elektrik magnet kekal generasi kedua yang dibangunkan sendiri oleh Volvo, dipasang di gandar belakang. Motor ini menghasilkan 238hp dan mampu memecut EC40 dari pegun ke 100 km/j dalam 7.3 saat.

Bateri yang digunakan ialah pek voltan tinggi 70 kWh, membolehkan jarak pemanduan sehingga 488 km (WLTP). Dengan pengecasan pantas DC, bateri boleh dicas dari 10% ke 80% dalam 26 minit3 sahaja.

Warna baharu Sand Dune ditawarkan buat kali pertama pada EC40, menampilkan tona metalik hangat dengan kesan berkilau di bawah cahaya matahari – diinspirasikan daripada bukit pasir di pesisir barat Sweden. Warna ini mula diperkenalkan pada EX90 model tahun 2025, dan kini menjadi pilihan bersama Aurora Silver, Onyx Black dan Crystal White.

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2026 Tank 400 Plug-in Hybrid SUV Lands in China with Tech Upgrades and Fresh Powertrain Option

The Tank 400 plug-in hybrid SUV has just rolled out in updated form and is already being showcased in 178 cities across China. Great Wall Motor’s rugged off-roader hasn’t abandoned its mechanical presence, but for 2026 it comes with some notable tweaks in styling, technology, and powertrain choices that should make it even more appealing to buyers.

On the outside, the SUV retains its squared-off, muscular look but gains subtle detail changes. The most eye-catching is a new colour option called Dunhuang Purple, which gives the big SUV a more distinctive presence.

The front bumper has been reworked with black mesh elements that sharpen its bold stance, while at the back, the once-prominent external spare tyre guard has been deleted. The badge arrangement has also been revised, with the “GWM” lettering now positioned at the centre of the tailgate.

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Zeekr 9X Dilancar di China dengan Kuasa Sehingga 1,381hp

Jenama mewah milik Geely, Zeekr, baru sahaja melancarkan model terbaharunya yang paling besar dan berkuasa setakat ini, iaitu Zeekr 9X. SUV plug-in hibrid bersaiz penuh ini diperkenalkan secara rasmi di China pada 29 September, dan sambutannya sangat luar biasa apabila menerima lebih 42,000 tempahan dalam masa satu jam sahaja selepas pra-jualan dibuka.

Menariknya, Zeekr 9X merupakan model plug-in hibrid pertama keluaran syarikat itu, menandakan langkah baharu mereka yang kini melangkaui kereta elektrik sepenuhnya. Dari segi saiz, SUV ini lebih besar berbanding Mercedes-Benz GLS dengan ukuran 5.2 meter panjang dan lebih 2 meter lebar. Reka bentuk luaran tampil garang dengan lampu utama LED berbentuk C, gril besar, rim bersaiz 22 inci, serta lampu belakang unik berbentuk bulat.

Bahagian dalamannya direka sebagai enam tempat duduk dengan konfigurasi 2+2+2. Ia dilengkapi dengan dua skrin 16 inci, paparan kepala 47 inci untuk pemandu, serta skrin 17 inci khusus bagi penumpang baris kedua. Varian tertentu turut menawarkan kemewahan tambahan seperti kerusi urut, kerusi baris kedua berputar, meja lipat, tirai privasi, dan pembantu maya berasaskan AI yang dinamakan Eva.

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Zeekr 9X PHEV SUV Debuts in China with 1,381hp and Up to 1,250km Range

Geely’s premium brand Zeekr has unveiled its latest flagship, the Zeekr 9X, in China—a full-size plug-in hybrid SUV packing some jaw-dropping numbers. Launched on September 29, the 9X comes with as much as 1,381hp, advanced air suspension, and a claimed mixed driving range of up to 1,250km.

The reception has been explosive: during its presale, the brand racked up more than 42,000 orders within the first hour.

For context, Zeekr was introduced in 2021 as Geely’s luxury battery-electric brand, but this year marks a big pivot. The company has shifted its strategy to include plug-in hybrids, with the 9X being the first of its kind. Positioned as a halo model, it shows how seriously Zeekr intends to compete in the high-end SUV space.

Measuring 5,239mm long, 2,029mm wide and 1,819mm tall, with a wheelbase of 3,169mm, the 9X is actually longer and wider than a Mercedes-Benz GLS. The design follows current Chinese luxury trends with C-shaped LED headlights, a bold grille, and active air intake shutters.

At the back, there’s a large circular taillight unit, and the SUV sits on 22-inch alloys available in different designs. Buyers can choose from five exterior colours: black, white, silver, grey and purple.

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Nissan and Dongfeng Pump RM676 Million into New Off-Road SUV Venture

Nissan is strengthening its position in China’s SUV market with a fresh collaboration alongside Dongfeng Motor Group. Together, they will be investing around RM676 million into a new company dedicated to building and selling off-road SUVs.

According to details released, Dongfeng Motor will take the largest share at 40%, while Dongfeng Nissan – the existing 50:50 joint venture between the two companies – will secure roughly 10%. Two other companies based in Xiangyang, Hubei province, are also set to participate. The agreement will run for 20 years, although the new firm’s official name and the timing for its first product launches remain under wraps.

Dongfeng Nissan’s share of the contribution is expected to come mostly in the form of assets rather than cash. This includes dies, production lines, and other equipment, along with development systems and intangible resources. There is also the possibility that Dongfeng Nissan could play a direct role in vehicle production once the new company is operational.

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Chery Perkenal Tiggo 8 Baharu untuk Pasaran China

Chery telah mendedahkan gambar rasmi pertama bagi Tiggo 8 serba baharu, sebuah SUV mid-size yang direka khusus untuk kegunaan keluarga. Versi terbaharu ini tampil dengan saiz lebih besar, rekaan lebih moden serta konfigurasi lima tempat duduk. Pelancarannya dijadualkan berlangsung pada penghujung tahun ini.

Tiggo 8 merupakan antara model utama Chery di pasaran China, di mana ia ditawarkan dalam beberapa varian berbeza. Popularitinya juga terbukti apabila hampir 16,000 unit berjaya dijual pada bulan Ogos sahaja.

Bagi model baharu ini, pelanggan boleh memilih antara dua rekaan hadapan. Pilihan pertama menampilkan lampu utama berlapis bersama gril berbentuk X yang lebar, manakala pilihan kedua hadir dengan lampu utama bersepadu tunggal dipadankan dengan gril bercorak berlian yang lebih garang.

Di bahagian belakang, Tiggo 8 kini menggunakan jalur lampu LED penuh menggantikan lampu berasingan, disertai dengan logo “Chery” baharu serta dwi paip ekzos yang memberikan gaya lebih sporty.

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Chery Teases All-New Tiggo 8 SUV Ahead of Q4 Launch in China

Chery has pulled the covers off the official images of its all-new Tiggo 8, a mid-size SUV aimed squarely at family buyers. Bigger and more refined than the current Tiggo 8, the new model adopts a fresh design language, offers a five-seat layout, and is set for its official debut in the fourth quarter of this year.

The Tiggo 8 nameplate has been a core part of Chery’s line-up, and the family already includes five different variants in China – the Tiggo 8 Plus, Tiggo 8L, Tiggo 8 Zhuoyue Edition (Excellence), the 2025 Tiggo 8 Pro, and the Tiggo 8 Plus CD-M. Demand for the SUV remains strong, with Chery shifting 15,695 units in August alone.

For the upcoming model, buyers will get the choice of two distinct front-end styles. One mirrors the Tiggo 8 Plus, pairing split headlamps with a polygonal X-matrix grille.

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Great Wall Motor Unveils Ora 5 Compact Electric SUV in China

Great Wall Motor’s EV brand Ora has launched its first mass-production SUV, the Ora 5, in China. This new compact electric SUV introduces a fresh design and comes with advanced driving assistance features.

The Ora 5 keeps the brand’s familiar “cat family” styling but with a sharper look, big round headlights, and larger air vents on the front bumper. Buyers can choose from six colours inspired by famous landmarks, including Aurora Green, Senna Grey, Lake Sayram Blue, Cliff White, Sand Dune Beige, and Linzhi Red.

In size, the Ora 5 is larger than the Good Cat, measuring 4,471 mm long, up to 1,844 mm wide, and 1,641 mm tall, with a 2,720 mm wheelbase. It rides on 18-inch dual-tone wheels and has a clean rear design with horizontal taillights and badges showing “GWM,” “ORA 5,” and “Great Wall Motor.”

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BMW X5 Terbaharu Tawar Lima Pilihan Kuasa, Termasuk Hidrogen

BMW bakal memperkenalkan generasi terbaharu X5, dan kali ini SUV ikonik tersebut hadir dengan pilihan kuasa paling pelbagai dalam sejarahnya. Pembeli boleh memilih daripada enjin petrol, diesel, hibrid plug-in, elektrik sepenuhnya, dan buat pertama kali, sistem sel bahan api hidrogen. Dengan itu, X5 menjadi model BMW pertama yang menawarkan kelima-lima jenis trenkuasa dalam satu barisan.

Hidrogen sebagai Arah Baharu Mobiliti

Pelancaran ini seiring dengan usaha BMW melalui program Hydrogen Mobility at Scale (HyMoS) yang bertujuan memperluas rangkaian stesen isian hidrogen di bandar-bandar utama. Projek ini bermula di Jerman sebelum diperluaskan ke Perancis dan pasaran lain.

BMW menegaskan bahawa hidrogen adalah elemen penting dalam strategi mobiliti rendah karbon syarikat. Pendekatan “technology-open” yang digunapakai bermaksud BMW tidak hanya menumpukan kepada satu teknologi, sebaliknya membangunkan pelbagai pilihan trenkuasa untuk memenuhi keperluan berbeza di setiap pasaran. Bermula 2028, BMW akan menawarkan dua jenis kereta elektrik: berkuasa bateri dan berkuasa hidrogen.

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Review: The 2025 Honda HR-V – Refinement Meets Everyday Practicality

The Malaysian SUV market is one of the most competitive automotive battlegrounds, and Honda has been a consistent front-runner thanks to the enduring popularity of the HR-V.

Since its first introduction in 2015, the HR-V has built a strong reputation for combining style, practicality, and reliability in a compact package. According to Honda Malaysia, they have sold more than 171,000 units of the HR-V!

With the arrival of the refreshed 2025 Honda HR-V, Honda Malaysia has taken the opportunity to refine what was already a winning formula.

This updated model promises not only subtle styling tweaks but also improvements in comfort, technology, and safety. We spent time evaluating what makes the latest HR-V stand out and whether it retains its place as one of the top choices in the segment.

A Subtle Evolution in Design

Visually, Honda has not drastically altered the HR-V’s well-established coupe-inspired profile, and that is deliberate. The silhouette, one of the defining features of the model since its introduction, remains intact. Instead, the design team has concentrated on details.

The front grille now has a bolder and wider design, flanked by slimmer LED headlamps that give the SUV a more assertive face. The new alloy wheel designs – 18 inches across all variants – provide a balanced mix of presence and practicality.

The changes may be subtle, but they collectively sharpen the HR-V’s look and ensure it keeps pace with newer rivals. It feels more premium without losing the familiarity that has endeared it to its existing fanbase.

For buyers stepping into the showroom, the refreshed model appears like a natural evolution rather than a radical departure, which is likely exactly what Honda intended.

A Cabin Built for Daily Life

Inside, the HR-V remains one of the strongest in its class for cabin design and usability. The third-generation interior layout, carried over from the 2022 model, continues to impress with thoughtful ergonomics, well-placed controls, and the use of higher-quality materials.

Soft-touch surfaces across the dashboard and door trims lift the overall ambience, while the two-tier centre console demonstrates Honda’s knack for delivering clever storage solutions.

The Ultra Seat system – a longstanding Honda hallmark – once again sets the HR-V apart from many competitors. The ability to configure the rear seats in multiple ways, whether folding flat for bulky loads or flipping up to carry tall items, transforms the HR-V into a far more versatile vehicle than its dimensions might suggest. Boot space is generous, and the low loading lip makes it genuinely practical for family use.

The Honda HR-V also has an Air Diffusion System that delivers a smoother and more comfortable cooling effect inside the cabin. By combining conventional airflow with a softer, diffused mode, it gives occupants flexible control over how air circulates. Paired with the uniquely designed L-shaped vents, the system distributes air naturally throughout the interior, enhancing overall comfort and setting it apart as one of the SUV’s signature features.

Connectivity and Convenience

In an era where buyers expect their cars to keep them seamlessly connected, the HR-V delivers with an updated infotainment system. A crisp 8-inch touchscreen comes with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto integration. The system itself is more responsive and intuitive than before, reducing distraction when navigating through menus.

The higher-spec V and RS trims further enhance the experience with premium features such as dual-zone climate control, a wireless charging pad, and a more sophisticated audio system.

Collectively, these additions push the HR-V closer to premium SUV territory, offering equipment levels that rival more expensive competitors. It’s a sign that Honda understands the changing expectations of Malaysian buyers, who are increasingly unwilling to compromise on technology even in compact SUVs.

Two Distinct Personalities Under the Bonnet

We tested out two variants, the Turbo V and the e:HEV RS. The Turbo V is powered by a 1.5-litre turbocharged four-cylinder engine delivering 181PS and 240Nm of torque, paired with a CVT. On the road, it provides brisk and linear acceleration, making highway overtakes effortless.

Switch into Sport mode and the throttle sharpens, giving the SUV a livelier feel that keen drivers will appreciate. While fuel economy is respectable at between 6.5 and 7.5 litres per 100km, it is clear that efficiency is not the Turbo V’s strongest suit. Instead, this variant appeals to those who prioritise performance and responsiveness in their daily drive.

The RS e:HEV hybrid takes a different approach, combining a 1.5-litre Atkinson-cycle petrol engine with an electric motor that acts as a generator. The result is a system output of 131PS and 253Nm. Around town, the hybrid is a revelation, gliding almost silently on electric power at low speeds and delivering remarkable smoothness. Its trump card is efficiency: fuel consumption averages an excellent 4.0 to 4.5 litres per 100km, making it ideal for urban commuters.

However, when pushed hard, the hybrid’s limitations show. The e-CVT produces a noticeable drone under full throttle, and while acceleration is adequate, it lacks the outright punch of the Turbo V. For highway driving or spirited runs, it feels less satisfying, though its refinement in city use is undeniable.

Both variants share the HR-V’s well-sorted chassis. The suspension strikes a fine balance, being firm enough to control body roll yet compliant enough to absorb bumps, potholes and some light off-roading. Steering is light and precise in town, becoming reassuringly weighted at higher speeds. The Turbo V feels more engaging during spirited drives, while the RS e:HEV excels in urban comfort.

Safety at the Core

Safety remains a cornerstone of Honda’s philosophy, and the HR-V continues to reflect that. Both variants come equipped with the Honda SENSING suite of advanced driver assistance systems. This includes adaptive cruise control, lane keeping assist, collision mitigation braking, and traffic jam assist.

The Turbo V includes Honda’s LaneWatch camera, offering a live feed of the blind spot when indicating. The RS e:HEV, meanwhile, comes with more advanced Matrix LED headlights with active cornering, enhancing night-time visibility. Both variants also feature six airbags, stability control, and ISOFIX mounts as standard, ensuring strong occupant protection across the board.

Value for Money

The HR-V 1.5 Turbo V is priced at RM137,900, while the RS e:HEV comes in at RM143,900. For the additional RM6,000, the hybrid brings greater efficiency, advanced lighting, dual-zone climate control, and enhanced refinement. The Turbo V, however, offers more engaging performance, a lower purchase price, and the practicality of a spare tyre instead of just a repair kit.

Ultimately, the decision between the two comes down to priorities. Drivers who enjoy performance and seek a more connected feel behind the wheel will gravitate towards the Turbo V. Those who value refinement, efficiency, and premium features will find the RS e:HEV the smarter long-term choice, particularly for urban commuting.

Refinement Over Revolution

The 2025 Honda HR-V is not a radical reinvention of the model. Instead, it is a careful refinement of an already successful formula. The exterior updates freshen its appearance without alienating loyal fans, the interior continues to impress with its versatility and quality, and the technology and safety features meet the expectations of today’s buyers.

Crucially, the two powertrains offer distinct personalities, giving customers a genuine choice depending on their lifestyle. Whether you want the lively punch of the Turbo V or the smooth efficiency of the RS e:HEV, the HR-V remains a benchmark in the segment.

In a market where new rivals emerge regularly, the HR-V’s ability to adapt and evolve ensures it stays relevant. It may not break new ground, but it reaffirms why Honda’s compact SUV has become such a staple of Malaysian roads – a blend of style, substance, and everyday usability that continues to strike the right balance.