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Renault-Linked JMEV Yi Spied in Malaysia: 460 km C-Segment EV May Launch from RM75k
The JMEV Yi, a C-segment EV measuring 4675×1835×1480 mm with a 2750 mm wheelbase, was spied on Malaysian roads wearing trade plate B 5034 A. The export version pairs a 63 kWh NMC battery with a 147 PS/225 Nm motor for 460 km WLTP range and 30-min 30-80 % DC charging. Chinese pricing starts at RMB 129,800 [46], suggesting a local price from around RM75k if launched.
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Changan Rayong Plant Ships First 500 Deepal S05 SUVs to Europe; Malaysia Debut Faces 2026 CBU EV Hurdles
Changan’s Rayong, Thailand plant—RM 581 million investment, 100 k annual capacity—has shipped its first 500 Deepal S05 SUVs (EV & REEV) to Europe within six months of start-up. Bermaz was to import the S05 CBU into Malaysia, but 2026 rules require new-brand CBU EVs to be priced ≥ RM 250k and deliver ≥ 200 kW; the S05 EV falls short on power, leaving its local launch subject to homologation timing.
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Volvo ES90 Opens for EOI in Malaysia: First 100 Buyers Get 2% Rebate, CKD 800-V Fast-Charge Due Soon
The Volvo ES90 is now open for expressions of interest in Malaysia, with deliveries expected early this year. Built locally (CKD) on SPA2 with 800-V architecture, it supports 350 kW DC charging (10-80% in 22 min). The single-motor version delivers 333 PS/480 Nm and 651 km WLTP range, while Nvidia Drive AGX Orin handles AI and safety functions. First 100 buyers receive a 2% rebate until 31 March 2026.
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Proton eMas 5 Deliveries Hit 216 Units with 14.6k Orders; eMas 7 PHEV Set for 2026 Launch
Proton delivered 216 eMas 5 EVs by 31 Dec 2025, with orders topping 14.6k; combined eMas 7 sales brought total eMas vehicles on road to 9,549. The eMas 5 Prime (RM56.8k) and Premium (RM69.8k) offer 225 km and 325 km WLTP ranges. A 218 PS eMas 7 PHEV—based on the Geely Galaxy Starship 7—will follow in 2026, delivering 83 km electric range and expanding Proton’s electrified line-up.