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Dongfeng Forthing Yacht PHEV officially launched with two variants - Luxury and Premium, priced at 154,900 yuan and 159,900 yuan respectively. Positioned as a mid-size MPV, it features a 1.5T engine-motor hybrid system with 92km WLTC pure electric range. The exterior retains the fuel version's spindle-shaped grille design, measuring 4850/1900/1740mm with a 2900mm wheelbase. Interior includes an 8.8-inch digital instrument cluster and 14.6-inch touchscreen, with power-adjustable, heated and ventilated seats in the first two rows. High-trim models feature L2 driver assistance with adaptive cruise control, lane centering, and automatic lane change assist.

Forthing, a Dongfeng Motor Group sub-brand founded in 2001, will enter Malaysia in December via distributor Wide Premium. The GATE expo showcased the Forthing Friday REEV SUV with a 1.5L range extender, 163PS electric motor and 31.9kWh battery, plus a pure EV variant (204PS, 64.4kWh). The U-Tour V9 PHEV seven-seater MPV features a 1.5T turbocharged engine paired with an electric motor. The Friday is priced around RM130,000.

Perodua showcased its first EV concept at a local event, confirming a 52.5 kWh lithium iron phosphate (LFP) battery pack with 400-410 km range. Positioned as a B-segment SUV, the EV utilizes CATL battery technology, supporting 7 kW AC charging and DC fast charging capabilities. Performance specifications include 0-100 km/h acceleration in 6-7 seconds and a top speed of 160 km/h. The vehicle will adopt a battery leasing model, with pricing below RM100k and official launch slated for year-end.

The smart #3 Keith Haring Art Special Edition will launch at the Guangzhou Auto Show. This compact electric SUV features the artist's iconic designs on the hood, door panels, and wheels, finished in black. Interior accents include artistic motifs on headrests, center display, and thresholds, complemented by colored seat belts. Dimensions measure 4400/1844/1556mm with a 2785mm wheelbase. Both single-motor and dual-motor powertrain options are available, merging artistic expression with electric performance.

The Geely Haoyue L receives its second facelift in China, introducing a new 1.5L BHE15 turbocharged four-cylinder engine producing 181 PS and 290 Nm, mated to a seven-speed wet dual-clutch transmission. Exterior revisions include a redesigned grille and bumper with chrome accents, while range-topping models feature new 20-inch alloy wheels. The infotainment system now runs Flyme Auto OS. This refresh will likely debut in Malaysia as the facelifted Proton X90 next year, replacing the existing three-cylinder engines and dropping the 48-volt mild hybrid system.

The EXEED ET5 mid-size SUV will begin pre-sales on November 13. Featuring a closed grille and split LED headlamps, it measures 4780/1890/1725mm with a 2800mm wheelbase. The cabin includes a digital instrument cluster, passenger display, and floating central touchscreen. As the first model with Horizon HSD ADAS and Journey 6P chipset, it integrates a roof-mounted LiDAR with multi-sensor fusion. Powertrain combines a 1.5T range extender with 165km pure electric range.