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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.

FAW-Volkswagen's Volkswagen brand will launch eight new models in 2026 under its "ICE-EV-PHEV Coexistence, Full Intelligence" strategy. The Q1 spring debut event will introduce five vehicles, led by the all-new Sagitar S and Tavendor. The Sagitar family, with cumulative sales approaching 4.5 million units in China, celebrates its 20th anniversary with two additional variants alongside the flagship Sagitar S, reinforcing its A+ segment ICE benchmark status. The all-new Tavendor positions as a "rugged and powerful large five-seat SUV" for modern explorers, featuring the fifth-generation EA888 engine and IQ. Pilot advanced driver assistance, completing FAW-Volkswagen's "three-step ICE strategy" coverage from A to B segments across sedans and SUVs.

The 2026 BMW 5 Series and i5 receive significant equipment upgrades with premium comfort features becoming standard. Special Year of the Horse editions debut with exclusive badging, blending cultural symbolism with luxury. The all-new iX3 Long Wheelbase—BMW's first Neue Klasse model—launches in H2 featuring BMW Driving Dynamics Control, Panoramic iDrive, and full-scenario intelligent driving co-developed with Momenta, marking a milestone in localized electrification strategy.

SAIC Volkswagen will launch nearly 7 NEVs in 2026, including 2 CMP-based BEVs (one co-developed with XPeng), 3 PHEVs and 2 EREVs. Flagship ID.ERA 9X has entered pre-mass production for March launch, positioned as the pivotal "Joint Venture 2.0" product. Meanwhile, Viloran MPV development halts, ID.3/4 X/6 X production ends, with lines repurposed for upcoming CMP platform models.

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.

Proton's AMA platform will spawn at least three new models beyond the Saga sedan, including an SUV, MPV and hatchback. The Saga SUV is expected to feature a 1.5L i-GT engine with hybrid powertrain, targeting the title of Malaysia's most affordable petrol-electric vehicle. AMA-based models aim for five-star ASEAN NCAP ratings with revised suspension architecture and left-hand drive export readiness, marking a comprehensive renewal of Proton's product portfolio.