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Porsche’s mid-cycle Panamera refresh enters cold-weather validation in Scandinavia. Spy shots reveal a re-sculpted front bumper with added slats, slimmer matrix-LED headlamps repositioning the illuminated crest inward, and a carry-over light-bar aft. Subtle aero tweaks sharpen presence ahead of a 2027 world debut.

BYD Malaysia is offering the Atto 3 Ultra at a tax-exempt promotional price of RM105,800 while stocks last, now available in new Atlantis Grey alongside three existing colours. The upgraded Extended Premium variant features redesigned 18-inch wheels, black interior with yellow stitching, front seat ventilation and NFC digital key. Power comes from a front-mounted single motor producing 204 PS/310 Nm, paired with a 60.48 kWh Blade Battery delivering 420 km WLTP range and 88 kW DC fast charging capability.

Proton has confirmed the eMas 7 PHEV will launch on February 4, just three weeks after opening reservations. Based on the Geely Starship 7 EM-i, the C-segment SUV measures 4,740×1,940×1,685mm with a 2,755mm wheelbase. It features a 1.5L Atkinson-cycle engine paired with a 160kW electric motor and DHT transmission. Three variants—Prime, Premium and Premium+—offer 18.4-29.8 kWh batteries, 105-170 km EV range and 1,000-1,065 km combined range, with 0-100km/h in 8 seconds and pre-pricing from RM110,000 to RM130,000.

GWM Malaysia has commenced export of the first locally-assembled (CKD) Wey G9 MPVs to Thailand, marking a key milestone in the brand's ASEAN regional strategy. Produced at the EP Manufacturing facility in Pegoh, Malacca since December 2025, the G9 features the Hi4 plug-in hybrid system with a 1.5L turbo engine and dual electric motors producing 442 PS/642 Nm, paired with a 44.2 kWh battery for 170 km NEDC electric range. Managing Director Cui Anqi emphasized this export underscores Malaysia's pivotal role as a regional hub for GWM's new energy vehicle expansion.

Hyundai Motor Malaysia has updated the 10-seater Staria MPV's interior configuration, replacing the middle front seat with a floor console featuring removable and retractable cupholders, a storage box and drawer tray—matching the seven-seater layout. Pricing remains unchanged at RM179,888-267,888. The model has been locally assembled (CKD) since October 2025, with this upgrade enhancing front-row practicality and storage convenience while streamlining the variant lineup.

The Chery Tiggo 8 has launched in Malaysia priced at RM129,800, undercutting the Tiggo 8 Pro by RM30,000 to become the brand's most affordable seven-seater SUV. Powered by a 1.6L turbo engine producing 197 PS/290 Nm mated to a 7-speed DCT, the model features dual screens, Sony audio, acoustic glass and 360-degree camera, though with simplified ADAS compared to the Pro variant. It targets the Jetour VT9 and Proton X90, backed by a 7-year/150,000 km vehicle warranty and 10-year/1,000,000 km engine warranty.