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Spy shots show the Genesis G80 hybrid still wrapped in heavy camouflage ahead of its Q3 2026 launch alongside the GV80 hybrid. A long-wheelbase variant (G80 HEV LWB) is also caught testing and is tipped for Q4, featuring G90-style power-operated rear doors to enhance rear-passenger prestige while retaining the regular model’s exterior design.

A factory-shot leaked on FB shows the facelifted Proton S70: tweaked head-lamp insert, reversed two-tone rims aligned with China’s 4th-gen Emgrand, and new metallic-red paint. Under the bonnet, the X50-sourced i-GT 1.5L turbo 181PS/290Nm pairs with the existing 7-speed DCT; the head-unit gains wireless Apple CarPlay/Android Auto while ADAS is carried over. A rumoured 1.5L NA entry variant (shared with New Saga) could slash pricing and replace the Persona slot.

Maserati confirms the Grecale mid-size SUV abandons all four-cylinder options, adopting the 3.0-liter twin-turbo Nettuno V6 across the range. Paired with a ZF 8-speed automatic and AWD, the Modena sprints 0-96 km/h in 5 s, Trofeo in 3.6 s. The Folgore BEV gains a disconnectable front axle, boosting range to 443 km. U.S. pricing starts at USD 84.5 k, reinforcing Maserati’s high-displacement performance pivot.

The second-gen Kia Seltos stretches to 4,430×1,830×1,600 mm with a 2,690 mm wheelbase, out-spanning the Honda HR-V for class-leading room. Arrow-shaped LED DRLs, twin 12.3-in displays, rotary shifter and 64-colour ambient lighting feature inside. Engine line-up pairs a 180 PS/265 Nm 1.6T seven-speed DCT with a 149 PS/179 Nm 2.0L CVT/AWD; a hybrid follows next year. India sales start this month; Malaysia re-import prospects remain unconfirmed.

Omoda Jaecoo Malaysia has opened registration of interest for the B-segment Jaecoo J5, signalling an imminent launch. Target price is around RM 120k—undercutting the larger J7 (RM138k-RM153k). Measuring 4 380×1 860×1 650 mm with a 2 620 mm wheelbase, it lines up against the Honda HR-V. A 1.5-litre turbo petrol (147 PS/210 Nm) drives the front wheels through a CVT, returning 7.5 L/100 km. MacPherson/multi-link suspension, full-LED lighting, panoramic glass roof, 13.2-inch 2K portrait screen, 8-inch digital cluster, Qi charger and full ADAS (ACC/LCA/BSM) are listed, though final specs will be confirmed later.

A final teaser shows the side profile of Perodua’s D66B, set to debut tomorrow as the rumored “Traz”. Built on the Toyota Yaris Cross platform, it will offer the same 106 PS 1.5 L or 111 PS hybrid powertrains and five-star ASEAN NCAP safety. Positioned above the Ativa (from RM 62,500), full pricing and specs will be revealed at launch.