Micro and Small Electric Vehicle Market Enters a Phase of Differentiated Transformation, New Entrants Face Opportunities
2024/05/16
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Dongfeng Honda New HR-V Launching Jan 8 with Pro & Max Grades, Upgraded Equipment
Dongfeng Honda will launch the updated HR-V on Jan 8, adding Pro and Max variants. The compact SUV keeps its blacked-out honeycomb styling, measures 4569/1840/1611 mm on a 2655 mm wheelbase, and pairs a 134 kW/240 Nm 1.5T with CVT. Independent rear suspension and CONNECT 3.0 infotainment are standard; prices are promised to be more attractive.
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BMW China Slashes 2026 MSRPs: Up to 301k CNY Off, 31 Models Hit
Effective Jan 1, 2026, BMW China cut MSRPs on 31 core models: 24 drops exceed 10 % and five top 20 %, led by the i7 M70L at –301 k CNY. Post-adjustment, ten variants now start below 300 k CNY, with the 225L M Sport at 208 k CNY. Covering EVs and ICE across all segments, BMW labels the move a “value upgrade,” stressing final transaction prices remain dealer-set.
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BYD Seal 6 DM-i Touring Hits UK: 675 L Boot, 1350 km WLTP Range, PHEV Wagon Heats Up
The BYD Seal 6 DM-i Touring—already on sale in China and the UK—offers 675-1535 L cargo space and 1350 km WLTP range. The PHEV pairs a 97 PS 1.5L engine with a single motor: Boost spec delivers 184 PS and 55 km EV range; Comfort spec ups to 194 PS and 105 km EV range with 26 kW DC charging. Prices start at £35k (≈RM191k).
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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.
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Kia Sales Malaysia Goes Live: Sportage Drops to RM128,800, Parts Prices Cut 15%, Kia Circle Loyalty Plan Launched
Effective 1 Jan 2026, Kia Sales Malaysia (KSM) assumes local operations: Sportage now starts at RM128,800, EV9 pricing unchanged; all models carry a 5-year/150,000 km factory warranty. Genuine parts drop ≈15% on average, supported by a dedicated Shah Alam warehouse. The Kia Circle loyalty scheme offers up to RM6,000 trade-in rebate for owners and immediate family, while corporate/professional buyers enjoy up to 3% discount and fleet packages. Kia Cares insurance, underwritten by Berjaya Sompo & Zurich, delivers flexible coverage options.