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CAR GUIDEAPRIL 24, 2011

FOR THE PEOPLE

CARS have always been an integral part of Malaysian society.In late 1970s, Japanese and Continentals cars shared the same

amount of space on the road. As years went by, the Japanese makes moved on to conquer

the market as the Continentals became more premium. Before long, with the arrival of Proton in the mid 1980s and

later Perodua, national brands crowded the roads, muscling out the foreign brands, with the Continentals suffering more than the Japanese.

This year, we began to see more Continental brands driven by Malaysians.

Peugeot, Volkswagen and Ford have all made their products more affordable and for those looking for a new ride, there is a wider choice.

This week, our guide helps you to see what is in the market and what are the best deals in town.

Honda Civic first generationToyota Corolla KE20

Ford Escort MkII Mazda 1000

Austin Allegro Datsun 120Y

The People's 911Volkswagen New Beetle 2011. More info on Page IV.

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Group Managing EditorDatuk Zainul Arifin Mohammed Isa

Group EditorDatuk Syed Nadzri Syed Harun

Editor | Yamin A. VongNews Editor | Hezeri SamsuriWriters | Albakry Salehuddin,Niklas Albakri, Gokul Kandiah

Production Editor | Anthony RajGraphic Consultant | Wan Ismail

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The Peugeot 308 and the Ford Fiesta are bringing people back to Western brands.

Caveat venditorIN the barrage of amendments that Parliament passed late last year, one slipped through without any publicity – the Hire Purchase Act 1967 (Amendments 2010).

Puspakom, however, drew light to this amendment when it set up a new inspection line to cater specifically to the amendment.

The Ministry of Domestic Trade, Co-operatives and Consumerism had

will be a straightforward “pass” or “fail”. Other items will be rated either satisfactory or not, with a short assessment statement.

The inspection list is quite comprehensive and even includes inspection the air-conditioning system and gearbox.

While this is not a foolproof consumer protection programme as things can still go awry when it comes to the internal parts of the engine or the transmission, it nevertheless is a good start.

The new B7 inspection will replace the VR1 but the B5 inspection, a four-point inspection that confirms the identity of the vehicle, is still required by the Road Transport Department.

Booking and depositUnder the new rule, the maximum

amount of booking fee that the seller can request is a maximum of one per cent of the total cash price of the vehicle (retail price excluding on the road charges).

But this is only after the potential buyer has been served with the

Second Schedule, a document that lists down the details of the hire purchase agreement for the vehicle.

If the buyer withdraws his/her booking, 90 per cent of the fee must be refunded.

When the application has been approved, the bank will have to prepare a complete agreement and get the buyer to sign it before requesting for the rest of the deposit.

The deposit can only be paid to the bank but some banks like Ambank has plans to appoint their dealers as agents to collect the deposit.

RepossessionUnder the new Amendments, all

repossessors must have a permit issued by the Ministry.

If the hirer has paid up more than 75 per cent of the cash price of the vehicle (retail price excluding on the road charges), the banks must obtain a court order to repossess the vehicle.

Registration cardHirers are now given the option to

keep the Registration Card.

Agreement formAll hire-purchase agreement must be

in Bahasa Malaysia or English.The agreement must be printed in

black with font size not smaller than 10-point Times Roman.

The banks are not allowed to deliver any incomplete agreements or forms or documents. All forms must be completed and delivered by the banks straight to the hirer.

A copy of the agreement must be served within 21 days (now 14 days) after the signing of the agreement.

Peugeot roars to the top Ford cars claw back

PEUGEOT is the best selling Continental brand (passenger cars) in Malaysia for the first

three months of the year.Malaysia Automotive Association

said Nasim, the brand’s caretaker, has sold 1,538 units of Peugeot vehicles from January 2011 to March 2011.

According to Nasim, the figure is a strong 167 per cent jump from last year where it sold 576 units of vehicles in the same period of time.

Peugeot’s best selling model this year remains the 308 hatchback which contributed to 38 per cent of the sales (588 units).

Last year, Nasim sold 458 units of the model in the first quarter.

Nasim believes the brand’s success can be traced back to Peugeot’s 200-year heritage and astute business practices where the French manufacturer offers the best possible package to customers.

Since Nasim became the custodian of the brand back in 2008, the company has invested heavily in new outlets, a good stock of spare parts at reasonable prices and continuously improving after sales quality.

Peugeot fans can look forward to the launch of a new executive segment car which will make its debut later this year.

FORD has been struggling with the truck image for quite sometime and was trying hard to crawl out from it.

Well this year, the company seems to have made some progress.

MAA statistics show that Ford is currently in No 4 on the Continental/American  passenger vehicle list.

If you count in the sales of its Ranger truck, it will be the number one Continental/American brand in Malaysia.

According to Sime Auto Connexion, its best selling model is the Fiesta where the model averages around 200 units a month.

The Fiesta comes in various variants -- from the high spec dual clutch gearbox hatchback to a sedan and even a 1.4-litre hatchback with a manual gearbox.

Those looking for a manual hatchback with sporty handling could consider the Fiesta manual and feast on its sporty sense.

THE B7 INSPECTION 1. Glass area2. Condition of the body3. Wheelhouse4. Pillars5. Cut and joint6. Floor7. Type of fuel8. Chassis frame9. Tyres10. Engine mounting11. Air-conditioning system12. Odometer reading13. CNG system for NGV14. Side-slip test (to check the

alignment of two front tyres)15. Emission16. Suspension17. Brake system18. Under carriage inspection that

consists cut and joint, floor, chassis frame, engine mounting, exhaust system including muffler and gearbox (visual inspection for leakages, etc).

earlier this month appointed Puspakom to do the inspections and produce the required reports.

That, however, is only part of the changes. A detailed study on the amendments shows that the objective is to protect Malaysians from buying used vehicles that will break down after two days of use.

This is a good start by the ministry to provide Malaysians with a new perspective to the auto financing landscape, one that protects the rights of the consumer.

CBT GOES THROUGHTHE CHANGES

Modified or altered vehicles not eligible

Under the new section 4F, it is clearly stated that motor vehicles which have their construction or structure altered or modified are not eligible for hire-purchase transaction. This is up for debate as the meaning of “altered” or “modification” must be clearly defined.

Car status report for used vehiclesUnder section 4G, the seller of a used

vehicle must declare in writing any defects of the vehicle in accordance with the inspection report by the Puskapom.

Puspakom has prepared an 18-point inspection, called the B7 inspection, and the charge is RM90 for each B7 inspection, with the cost borne by the seller.

For safety related items, the result

Top Five Continental / American Brands (January-March 2011)*

Model Units1 Peugeot 1,5382 Mercedes-Benz 1,227  3 BMW 1,183  4 Ford 1,174  5 Volkswagen 1,099  

* MAA passenger vehicle figures

n RM90.00 at any Puspakom centre.

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People’s Porsche!WHEN it was born, the Beetle was the people's car.

In the 90s, the Beetle morphed into a fashion icon (it even had a flower vase inside) but come

2011, it shrugged off its feminine traits and emerged as a sporty vehicle for the masses.

In fact from the side flanks, the new Beetle has some Porsche lines to it and to support this theory, Volkswagen has made the Beetle longer (+152mm), wider (+84mm) and lower (-12mm).

The new Beetle's design was overseen by Walter de Silva and Klaus Bischoff while Marc Lichte was the team leader for the exterior design.

The new car gets new proportions as the windscreen is shifted back while the roof is extended even further back.

Sportier does not mean it is less practical. Volkswagen has made the boot larger (310 litres from 209 litres) but it still seats four.

The dashboard carries the current Volkswagen design but certain features like the glovebox and colour accent panels are designed to bring back some retro feel to the package.

According to the VW press release, there will be a choice of four engines, a 1.2L TSI churning out 105hp, a

1.4L TSI (160hp), a 1.6L diesel BlueMotion engine (105hp) and our favourite, the 2.0L TSI (200hp).

While the first Beetle's safety system might have been only the brakes, the latest incarnation gets six airbags, standard ESP and a laser-welded and galvanised body structure that has one of the highest torsional rigidity values in the segment at 26,000 Nm/degree.

The European market will be getting the new Beetle early next year and we understand Malaysians too will see the new Beetle at Volkswagen's showrooms next year.

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Sharmila and her eldest daughter, Nadzirah.

Safety first for the childFOR Feisal Abd Rahim and Sharmila

Shahrani, using a baby seat is not an option but an obligation.

“I saw my sister using baby seats for her children and apart from safety, I realised she could concentrate on driving as the children were buckled up,” said Sharmila.

For Feisal, it was a work attitude that he brought home.

“I work for Shell Malaysia and the company is always pushing its staff to practice road safety,” he said.

What makes these two special is that their eldest daughter, Nadzirah Najmi, is a hyperactive child.

“We learnt that Nadzirah is hyperactive when she was two years old. She is five now and is still hyperactive,” explained Sharmila.

“Nadzirah will not stay put, her hands are never still and she is always moving.”

Despite the challenge, Feisal and Sharmila still manage to coax Nadzirah into using her Halford child seat.

To keep her occupied, Sharmila will switch on the DVD in her Toyota Alphard MPV and if Nadzirah still needs extra attention, Sharmila has to turn to ice-cream or a  lollipop although her

pediatrician frowns on this.Nadzirah’s younger sister, Nadiah

Najmina, who is two years old, is still in her baby seat.

“Nadiah will move to the bigger child seat when she is older,” said the father.

So each time you think how difficult

it is when your child struggles and refuses to use the baby seat, think of how these two parents endure the inconvenience for the sake of their children’s safety.

Basically, there is no reason why parent  should not use a baby/child car seat for their children.

Driver errormore dangerous DRIVER error is 13 times more likely to contribute to an accident than breaking the speed limit which plays a part in just one in 20 accidents.

According to new research from the Institute of Advanced Motorists (IAM), the errors are nearly five times more likely than speeding to be a factor in a fatal smash with “failure to look properly” to blame in more than a third of all crashes and a fifth of fatal ones.

Road safety experts described such inattention as “shocking”.

Driving at an “inappropriate speed for the conditions even when strictly within the legal limit” also contributes to more accidents than speeding, detailed analysis of accident data shows.

More people also die as a result of driving too fast for the conditions than those who break the speed limit.

The report says 5.2 per cent of all accidents involve driving at an inappropriate speed, while driver error contributes to nearly seven in ten (67.5 per cent) of all accidents.

The findings are based on analysis of five years of official police crash statistics.

Experts say the findings show the weakness of speed cameras, which issue an automatic ticket to a driver a few mph over the limit, but are blind to motorists who keep within the posted limit, but drive carelessly, recklessly, without proper attention, or even when drunk. — UK Daily Mail

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Proton Perodua Toyota Chevrolet Kia Honda

Saga Persona Myvi Vios Cruze Forte 1.6 City

Service interval 1,000km, 5,000km, 10,000km, and every 10,000km from then onwards

1,000km, 5,000km, 10,000km, and every 10,000km from then onwards

1,000km, 5,000km and every 5,000km onwards

1,000km, 5,000km, 10,000km, and every 10,000km from then onwards

1,000km, 5,000km, 10,000km, and every 10,000km from then onwards

1,000km, 10,000km and every 10,000km onwards

1,000km, 5,000km and every 5,000km onwards

Standard labour cost for basic service (changing the oil and filter excluding parts cost)

RM24 RM24 RM30 RM25 RM71.55 RM45 RM61.45

Major service interval 20,000km 20,000km 20,000km 40,000km 60,000km 40,000km 40,000km

Parts recommended to be replaced on major service

Engine oil, oil filter, drain plug, spark plug, gear oil, brake fluid, air filter, coolant. RM527.34 including labour

Engine oil, oil filter, drain plug, spark plug, gear oil, brake fluid, air filter, coolant. RM549.34 including labour

Engine oil (semi syn), oil filter, air filter, gasket drain plug, spark plug, ATF or transmission oil, coolant, battery water and brake fluid. RM390.22 (auto) RM375.86 (manual) including labour

Engine oil, brake fluid, manual transmission fluid (applicable to manual transmission vehicle only), windshield washer fluid, oil filter, drain plug gasket, air filter, spark plug

Engine oil, oil filter, brake fluid, spark plugs, power steering belt, alternator belt and tensioner.

Engine oil ,l oil filter, air filter, coolant, brake fluid, ATF fluid RM815.88 including labour

Engine oil ,l oil filter, air cleaner, fuel filter, spark plug, polen filter RM7 69.55 including labour

Price on some common parts and their recommended time to change/replace

Spark plugs RM38 @ 20,000km RM38.00 @ 20,000km RM50 @ every 10,000km RM34.4 @ 40,000km RM73.60 @ 60,000km RM95.72 @ 30,000km RM399.72 @ every 100,000km

Brake pads FR RM150 when needed RM349.57 when needed Information not available RM247.40 when needed RM408.00 as needed RM350.39 as needed

Brake pads RR RM277.23 when needed when needed Information not availablee Information not available RM256.00 as needed RM335.96 as needed

Oil filters RM12.22 every oil change RM12.22 every oil change RM12.95 @ every oil change RM30.70 every oil change RM54.80 every oil change RM19.27 every 30,000km RM30.60 every 10,000km

Air filter RM23.71 @ 60,000km RM23.71 @ 60,000km RM38 @ every 20,000km RM71.40 @ 40, 000km RM72.60 every 40,000km RM51.18 every 20,000km RM84.44 @ 40,000km

ATF Information not available Information not available RM46.20 every 20,000km Information not available Information not available Information not available RM31.65/1L @ 6,000km

Fuel filter RM37.58 @ 60,000km RM37.58 @ 60,000km Information not available RM379.20 @ every 80, 000km RM114.40 RM95.72 @ 60,000km RM345.43 @ 40,000km

Wipers RM50.60 RM55.57 Information not available RM80.00 as needed RM35.27 as needed

Timing belt/chain repalcement/adjusment

RM 484.66 @ 80, 000km inclusive of all replacement parts (timing belt) and labour charges

RM 484.66 @ 80, 000km inclusive of all replacement parts (timing belt) and labour charges

Chain driven - periodic check only

Chain driven – periodic check only

RM1.296.30 (Parts)RM267.12 (Labour)@100,000km

Chain driven – periodic check only

Chain driven – periodic check only

PARTS BASKET: BASIC MAINTENANCE COST FOR SOME POPULAR MODELS

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Sensor makes sense, says ContinentalCONTINENTAL has decided to focus

on direct tyre pressure monitoring system (TPMS) technology as

many countries are steadily raising requirements towards it.

It is mandatory in the US and soon will be mandatory in Europe next year and Korea by 2013.

Done in phases, the first phase is to help reduce fuel consumption and the second phase is to ensure the overall plan to reduce CO2 emission and raise safety level.

The importance of having your tyres inflated to specification promises benefits that range from safety right down to reducing CO2 contribution.

A “direct” TPMS is based on a sensor inside each tyre to collect readings accurately and quickly at any time, under any road condition and at any driving speed.

An indirect TPMS calculates the information based on the reading of the wheel speed sensors that Continental said is not sufficient to ensure untended fuel economy levels and not capable of helping meet the European COs targets.

A direct system is able to recognise

a slow and gradual loss of air, which is critical in warning drivers of a slow puncture.

“Already tyres today are high-performance and high-tech products,” says Dr Burkhard Wies, vice president of Tyre Line Development at Continental´s passenger and light truck division.

“Fitting tyres with sensors takes the functional scope and the contribution of tyres with correct air pressure to driving safety and to reducing rolling resistance plus emissions to a whole new level.

“With the prospective of adding other functionalities like detecting the load on each wheel, further enhancements of safety are possible by combining this information with vehicle control systems.”

Continental will be ready for series production with the first passenger car tyres with the tyre module mounted inside the tyre in 2013.

Comfy CC5THE latest ContiComfortContact 5 (CC5) tyre is for those who want a comfortable ride.

Thus when we needed a set of rubbers for our Toyota Corolla, Continental suggested the CC5.

We fitted the CC5 (size 185/60 R14 82H) and immediately noticed the car felt “quicker”, as if there was less resistance from the road.

The steering wheel became slightly lighter but not too light until it disrupted the feedback.

Inside, tyre roar was cut down tremendously and our stereo was more audible.

Needless to say, Continental ensures that the CC5 maintains the brand’s high safety standards.

We clocked more than a 1,000km and in downpour after downpour, and can confirm that the CC5’s wet surface performance is above average in its category.

Packed with the latest tyre technologies, the CC5’s specially designed noise breaker from Conti Silent Tread Pattern Groove Technology helps break airwaves

in longitudinal grooves significantly reduces tyre noise.

The inner ribs with the V-Shape design provide the comfortable aspect of the tyre while the Advanced Silica Compound Technology minimises the tyre’s rolling resistance.

This is the reason why our Corolla was suddenly quicker and steering wheel burden is lessened. In fact, theoretically it helps to reduce fuel consumption too.

Available for the 13- to 16-inch rims and in 50- to 70-series with width from 175mm to 235mm, the CC5 is priced between RM200 and RM550 a piece.

n For more information, visit www.continental-tyres.com.my.

Sensor inside the tyre is more accurate.

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Shanghai showdown!Chery shines worldwideTWENTY-SIX vehicles, five engines and a four-wheel drive system. This was Chery Automobile’s offering at the Auto Shanghai 2011.

Impressive? It certainly is for an automobile manufacturer that began production only in 1999.

One of China’s largest passenger vehicle manufacturer whose motto is “Safe and Save”, 2010 was a vintage for Chery with total export sales of over 682,000, and accumulative sales of 3,000,000 since 1999.

Among the vehicles on display at Auto Shanghai were the Tiggo Elite, the Chery E5, A3, the X1 which is expected to reach Malaysia next year, the stylish Z5 2.0T sports car, and the Rely Tiggo which raced in the 2010 Dakkar Rally.

Two new models – the new Eastar and the E5 – their debut and they will spearhead the Chery charge. The Eastar is targeted at the elite, while the E5 is aimed at those with a mid-size family crowd.

 According to Biren Zhou, general manager of Chery International, the brand is seeing very healthy growth in Brazil, Russia and the Middle East. 

“With an annual average of 500,000 vehicles exported since Chery started

The two-door technologically advanced Chery Z5 sports car on display at Auto Shanghai 2011.

Biren Zhou, general manager of Chery International, is happy with the growth Chery worldwide.

Jacq and her Perodua KelisaWHEN Jacqueline Rinda bought her first car eight years ago her choice was a Perodua Kelisa. She had then enrolled in a local university and needed reliable transportation to attend classes.

“Back then, public transport was not reliable and driving my own a car meant I didn’t have to trouble my parents,” said the 25-year-old civil engineer and part time event emcee.

It was her father who helped her to look for a car.

Jacq said the Kelisa was chosen for its frugal fuel consumption. She found the car at a used car dealership in her hometown of Seremban.

“A very low-mileage unit in excellent condition, ‘as good as new’,” exclaimed Jacqueline.

In the eight years she owned the car, her most memorable motoring experience was a drive she took with her parent to Johor Baru.

“It was a really smooth drive and

we arrived in Johor Baru earlier than expected.

“By far, my car has been as reliable as it can be. I have full confidence in my car even though it is slightly old now.”

She gives credit to her father in helping her learn about car maintenance. She has”reminder” stickers on her windscreen for servicing and she maintains an organiser for when her Kelisa is due for service and when it is done.

“As years went by, friends who are in

the car industry, most of my guy friends, my regular mechanic and reading some car magazines helped me know more about car maintenance.”

Part of her routine is to check her tyres twice a week. Jacq feels that preventive maintenance is very important and although the parts for her Kelisa can take a big chunk out of her pocket, it does last quite a long time.

“But the best teacher of all is when your car breaks down in the middle of the

road. It teaches you a great deal on not to neglect the basic maintenance and check up of your car.

“I may not be the expert of cars, but after so many years of driving, I have learned more on how to take a better care of my car and provide regular maintenance.”

Jacq sees herself upgrading as soon as she’s settled in her new job. She is considering a Honda Jazz or Ford Fiesta “or maybe even an SUV”.

Her advice to first-time motorist is safety comes first. “Obey traffic rules as you don’t want to spend every month paying summons as well

“Always be patient when it comes to drivers who are eager to show off and don’t respond to or get involved with road bullies.

“And lastly be courteous when driving. It’s never wrong to give way and it’s never wrong to be a responsible driver.” – Albakry Sallehuddin

Laura’s SagaFOR many Malaysians, the first car is something they never forget.

There’s a truly visceral feeling about buying your first car, it brings forth feelings of freedom, feelings that you’ve reached yet another chapter in your life, that you’re an independent individual that can go anywhere that you want to go because now you own a car.

For Laura Gosimin, a 24-year-old real-estate marketing executive originally from Kota Kinabalu, the impact was just as profound.

Laura bought her Proton Saga BLM SE in May last year and so far, can’t find anything to complain about.

“My little Saga, never ceases to amaze me, I love the car!” Laura exclaimed ecstatically.

Her opinion may be somewhat tinted by those rose coloured glasses every new car owner inevitably wears but her experience does seem to justify her statement.

When Laura first bought her car, back home in Kota Kinabalu, her first drive was a 300-km road trip from her hometown to Miri in Sarawak via Brunei.

This spunky little firecracker drove au solitaire across one international border and a state line and back again to go on a “food expedition” and also in hushed tones, to “see how the car would run”.

The car survived and so did she. A few months later she shipped herself and her car to Kuala Lumpur to start a new life and a new job.

Laura has found it easy to run

and even easier (and cheap) to maintain her Saga. The EON service centre people are friendly and it costs she’s service between RM150 and RM250 a service.

When it comes to fuel consumption, Laura flashes a satisfied smile. A full tank of RON 97 costs her only RM76 and lasts an entire week.

“In my job I drive at least five hours a day our site office to head office, and even to visit potential house buyers,” Laura said.

When Laura started looking for a car, she found three cars in her price range, the Proton Saga BLM, Perodua Myvi and a second-hand Honda City. She ruled out the City almost immediately as this canny car enthusiast “did not believe in second-hand cars”.

On why she chose the Saga over the Myvi, she said, “Well I liked the Myvi but I fell in love with the Saga because it has more of an executive car look.”

As with every first time car owner, Laura has been almost fanatical about looking after her car, and as it turns out the car has returned the favour, as she has never had any problems with the car.

As perfect a picture, as all of this seems to be, she doesn’t intend to keep the car forever though.

“I plan to sell it of in three years time.” she said, “then I think I’ll go for a new Ford Fiesta.

“I don’t think I’ll feel the same about it though, the Saga is my first car so it will always be special.” – Niklas Albakri

operations, it is obvious that the brand has gained acceptance worldwide,” said Biren.

“This is a message to those who are in doubt about Chery products. Quality and reliability are no longer issues with Chery vehicles.” – Gokul Kandiah

n OWNER’S REPORT

n OWNER’S REPORT

n SHANGHAI MOTORSHOW 2011

By Gokul Kandiah

IF you are in the market for any type of vehicle, you will be spoilt for choice at the 14th Shanghai International

Automobile Industry Exhibition (Auto Shanghai 2011) that opened its doors last week.

The exhibition, which ends Thursday, is expected to host 75 global premieres, with 19 from international manufacturers and a staggering 56 from homegrown brands like Chery, Geely and Great Wall.

With main theme of “Innovation for Tomorrow”, Auto Shanghai 2011 is held at the Shanghai New International Expo Centre that covers more than 230,000 square metres, making it one of the biggest automotive exhibitions in the world. 

Auto Shanghai is expecting a total of 700,000 visitors this year.

HERE ARE SOME OF THE EXCITING OFFERINGS AT AUTO SHANGHAI 2011

A model with the DongFeng EJ02 electric car.

New Audi A3 is one of the 19 models making their world debut at the show. Chery X1 compact SUV with a 1.5L engine. Geely GS-CC sports coupe. The Chery Eastar displayed is a car! Peugeot SXC crossover concept.

Nissan unveiled the new Latio.

Suzuki Swift Range Extender.

Great Wall Haval IF mimics the BMW X6.

Gullwing door Geely.

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Facelift i10 this yearTHE Hyundai i10, the 2010 NST Maybank Compact Car winner, will soon sport a new look.

Local distributor Hyundai-Sime Darby Motors has leaked pictures of the facelifted version way ahead of its launch date, which should be some time around middle of the year.

The upgrades include a new 1.25-litre engine with Continuous Variable Valve Timing (CVVT), a new instrument cluster, a pair of fog lamps and a new front grille insert.

Among the i10’s traits that

Forte continues to conquer

KIA Motors sold 216,219 vehicles globally last month, a 21.9 per cent

year-on-year growth.The Forte is the brand’s

best selling model, followed by the new Sportage SUV, the Rio, Sorento SUV and Soul.

In Malaysia, the Forte continues to be the best selling Korean four-door sedan.

Available in three models – Forte 1.6L, Forte 2.0L and the sporty Forte Koup – Kia sold 1,273 units of the Forte from January 2011 to March 2011.

But what exactly is the Forte’s forte? Our own experience with the Forte highlights many.

Kia has finally broken away from the Korean design. We love the Peter Schreyer design inside out. The Forte has more Continental lines than Asian.

Naza has also crammed a lot of goodies into the Forte.

In its top spec (Forte 2.0L), you get auto lights, auto wiper, in-dash CD changer, premium audio quality, USB port, iPod docking, reverse sensor with visual warning, traction control, leather interior, 17-inch alloys, six-speed auto gearbox with

paddle shifters, rear reverse camera and LED side repeaters.

The best part is that the Forte 2.0L SX sells for below RM100,000 (retailing at RM97,800 on-the-road with insurance) and has more

features than a RM120,000 Japanese sedan.

According to the Forte owners clubs, there are also many accessories available to customise the car.

“There is even an HID

projector conversion for the headlight,” said a club member.

n My Forte Club (www.myforteclub.com) will be organising its second annual gathering on May 1.

impressed our Car of The Year judges are its premium interior and solid drive.

“The i10 felt very premium and price start from below RM45,000. That’s superb value for money,” said Hezeri Samsuri, one of the judges.

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Car stereos for the uninitiatedFOR today’s iPod generation, music

has become a must. For example, cruising along

with your favourite tune playing in the background can be considered one biggest joys of driving. 

But what if you are not satisfied with the current setup you have in your car. What do you do?

Before we can talk about how to improve your car audio system, you have to understand what’s in your car right now. 

The head unit is the hub of your stereo system. 

It’s where your car radio is located, where you can insert your CDs and in some cases where you can plug in an USB-drive to play MP3s. 

However, it can be one of the more costly upgrades you can do, especially if it is the modular type where the head unit is integrated to the dashboard. 

The factory provided speakers are usually paper-cone speakers that provide acceptable quality audio but this is not acceptable to a serious audiophile. 

In addition to the average front speakers, you can get separate speakers for high and low frequencies

(tweeters and woofers) and for that deep down grumbling bass sound, a subwoofer. 

All of this will usually have to be hooked-up to an amplifier, though in the case of subwoofer, you can find powered-subs that allow you to keep your costs down.

So what should you do first? According to Alex Lye, an

International Auto Sound Challenge Association (IASCA) judge, the first thing you should look into is the head unit as, “it’s a simple equation where if you have ‘rubbish’ sound in you have ‘rubbish’ sound out”. 

Even if you’re on a tight budget, it is better to get a high power head unit otherwise you can get a reasonable powerful head unit and some good local-made speakers, said Lye.

Once you change the head unit you will instantly notice a difference in tonal balance, clarity and the quality of your systems sound.

Desmond Chong from KL Auto believes soundproofing plays an important part too.

“If you mount powerful speakers on the doors, the doors will act like a speaker box. Unfortunately, standard doors do not have the right material to act like a good box,” said Chong.

“You need to use sound deadening materials to make sure the sound does

not come out tinny.“A quieter car also helps the audio to

come out crisp. In a noisy car, you need to crank up the volume and this is not a good thing.”

Ultimately thought the choice is yours as it’s your ears that you have to satisfy. You’d have to list down all your do’s and don’t, likes and dislikes about your current system and try and find an audio solution that answers most if not all the items on your list.

Whatever you decide on, you have to make sure that you know and trust whomever you decide to install your little piece of audio heaven into your humble little auto because if he or she is tone-deaf and unskilled, it won’t matter what you stick in.

NEW SUNDAY TIMES APRIL 24, 2011COMPACT/FAMILY CAR GUIDEXII

PRICELISTALFA ROMEOSime Darby AutoConnexion Sdn Bhd03-7960 8833 / www.autoitalia.com.my

Alfa Romeo Mito 1.4Engine/Transmission/Features: 1.4L turbocharged petrol, four-inline, 16-valve, 1368cc/ Six-speed manual gearbox/Cruise control, Alfa Code immobiliser with volumetric alarm, seven-airbags, seat belt minder (SBR), ABS+EBD+HBA, Bi-Xenon headlights, front fog lightsMax power: 155hp@5500rpmMax torque: 230Nm@3000rpmPrice: RM153,888 w/out insurance

BMWAuto Bavaria03-888 73 888 / www.bmw.com.my

BMW 118iEngine/Transmission/Features: In-line four-cylinder, 1995cc/ Six-speed automatic transmission with Steptronic/ DSC, ABS, CDC, DTC, airbags, cruise control, fog lightsMax power: 136hp@5750rpmMax torque: 180Nm@3250rpm Price: RM203,800 w/out insurance

CHANAChangan Berjaya Auto Sdn Bhd03-79541188 / www.changan.com.my

Chana Era CV6Engine/Transmission/Features: 1301cc/Load-sensitive proportion value brakes, ABS, power steering, adjustable steering height, front and rear power windowsMax power: 63hp@600rpmMax torque: 110Nm@3500-4500rpmPrice: RM41,394 w/ insurance

CHERY Chery Alado Automobile Sdn Bhd03-79556666

Chery A520 Engine/Transmission/Features: Acteco four-cylinder, 1971cc/ Four-speed auto with Steptronic/ ABS, EBD, two airbagsMax power: 127hp@5750rpmMax torque: 180Nm@4300-4500rpmPrice: RM95,888 w/ insurance

CHEVEROLETNaza Quest Sdn Bhd1-800-2-24389

Chevrolet Cruze 1.8LEngine/Transmission/Features: 1796cc, four-cylinder, 16-valve, DOHC, ECOTEC/ Six-speed automatic/ Dual airbags, ABS, BAMax power: 140hp@6200rpmMax torque: 176Nm@3800rpm Price: RM98,766 w/out insurance

FORDFord MalaysiaAuto ConneXion1-800-88-3181 / www.ford.net.my

Ford Fiesta 1.4LX Engine/Transmission/Features: Inline four-cylinder, 1388cc/ Five-speed manual/ ABS, EBD, EBA, airbagsMax power: 96hp@6000rpmMax torque: 128Nm@4050rpmPrice: RM69,888 w/ insurance

Ford Fiesta Sedan LX 1.6L Ti-VCTEngine/Transmission/Features: Inline four-cylinder, 1598cc/ Six-speed automatic with dual clutch/ ABS, HLA, ESP, TCS, EBD, EBA, dual airbagsMax power: 120hp@6000rpm Max torque: 152Nm@4050rpmPrice: RM78,888 w/ insurance

Ford Fiesta Sport 1.6L Ti-VCTEngine/Transmission/Features: Inline four-cylinder, 1598cc/ Six-speed automatic with dual clutch/ ABS, HLA, ESP, TCS, EBD, EBA, airbagMax power: 120hp@6000rpm Max torque: 152Nm@4050rpmPrice: RM82,888 w/ insurance

HONDAHonda Malaysia Sdn BhdToll free: 1800-88-2020 / www.honda.net.my / www.honda.com.my

Honda City 1.5 Engine/Transmission/Features: Four-cylinder, 16-valve SOHC, i-VTEC, 1497cc/

Five-speed automatic with shift hold control/ Halogen headlight vehicle information display dual front airbags, ABS, EBD, BA, immobiliser.Max power: 120hp@6600rpmMax torque: 145Nm@4800rpmPrice: Grade S – RM85,480 w/ insurance; Grade E – RM90,480 w/ insurance

Honda Jazz 1.5 Engine/Transmission/Features: Four-cylinder, 16-valve SOHC, i-VTEC, 1497cc/ Five-speed automatic transmission with shift hold control/ Multi reflector headlight, vehicle information display, keyless entry, dual SRS airbags, ABS, EBD, immobiliser, Wave Blade Key.Max power: 120hp@6600rpmMax torque: 145Nm@4800rpmPrice: Grade V – RM109,800 w/ insurance; Concept M – RM116,800 w/ insurance

Honda Civic 1.8SEngine/Transmission/Features: Four-cylinder, 16-valve chain-driven SOHC i-VTEC, 1799cc/ Electronically controlled five-speed automatic/ Alloy 16”, front fog lights, keyless entry, immobiliser system dual SRS airbags, VSA, ABS, EBD, BA, four-corner reverse sensorsMax power: 140hp@6300rpmMax torque: 174Nm@4300rpmPrice: RM114,980 w/ insurance

Honda Insight 1.3LEngine/Transmission/Features: Inline four-cylinder SOHC two stage i-VTEC+IMA/ CVT/ Dual SRS airbags, ABS, EBD, BA, VSAMax power: 87hp (engine) + 13hp (electric motor)Max torque: 121Nm (engine) + 78Nm (electric motor)Price: RM98,000 w/ insurance

HYUNDAIHyundai-Berjaya Sdn Bhd www.hyundai.com.my

Inokom i10Engine/Transmission/Features: Epsilon 1.1 SOHC, 1086cc/ Four-speed automatic/ Dual airbagsMax power: 66hp@5500rpmMax torque: 99Nm@2800rpm Price: Manual – RM44,488 w/ insurance; Automatic – RM46,988 w/ insurance; Automatic High spec – RM49,688 w/ insurance

Inokom i10 (A) 1.25 KappaEngine/Transmission/Features: four-cylinder, 16-valve, 1248cc inline DOHC, chain-driven timing belt/ Four-speed automatic/ Dual airbags, ABS with EBD (high spec)Max power: 77hp@6000rpmMax torque: 118.6Nm@4000rpmPrice: High spec – RM52,688; Standard – RM49,688

Inokom Getz 1.4SEEngine/Transmission/Features: G4EE Alpha

II DOHC, 1399cc, 16-valve/ Automatic/ Single SRS airbag, ABS, EBDMax power: 97hp@6000rpmMax torque: 121.5Nm@3200rpmPrice: RM63,888 w/ insurance

Hyundai i30 1.6 Engine/Transmission/Features: 1591cc, DOHC, CVVT/ Four-speed automatic/Max power: 120hp@6200rpmMax torque: 152Nm@4200rpm Price: RM97,888 w/ insurance

Hyundai i30 2.0Engine/Transmission/Features: 1975cc, DOHC, CVVT/ Four-speed automatic/ ABS with EBD, all wheel disc breaks, airbagsMax power: 141hp@6000rpmMax torque: 186Nm@4600rpm Price: RM112,888 w/ insurance

Hyundai Accent 1.6Engine/Transmission/Features:1599cc,CVVT/ Four-speed automatic with Grade Logic, Overdrive & lock-up torque Converter/ ABS, airbagMax power: 112hp@6000rpmMax torque: 145.1Nm@4500rpm Price: RM75,888 w/ insurance

Hyundai Avante 2.0Engine/Transmission/Features: 1975cc, DOHC, four-cylinder with CVVT/ Four-speed auto with Grade Logic and VFS electronic control/ ABS, EBD, dual airbags, all-round disc brakes, collapsible steeringMax power: 143hp@6000rpmMax torque: 186.3Nm@4600rpmPrice: RM98,888 w/ insurance

KIANaza Kia Sdn Bhd 1-800-88-6292 / www.nazakia.com.my

Kia Forte 1.6Engine/Transmission/Features: Gamma 1.6 DOHC CVVT, 1591cc/ Four-speed auto (gate type), H-Matic; Shiftronic/ ABS, ESC pack, TCS, ESC, dual front advanced airbags Max power: 124hp@6300rpmMax torque: 156Nm@4200rpmPrice: SX – RM85,800 w/insurance; EX – RM78,800 w/insurance

Kia Forte 2.0SXEngine/Transmission/Features: Theta II 2.0 DOHC CVVT, 1998cc/4AT (gate type), H-Matic; Shiftronic/ ABS ESC pack, TCS, ESC, dual front advanced airbags, front seat-mounted side airbags, full-length side curtain airbags Max power: 156hp@6200rpmMax torque: 194Nm@4300rpmPrice: RM97,800 w/insurance; Kia Forte Koup 2.0L – RM115,800 w/insurance Kia Forte Koup 2.0LEngine/Transmission/Features: DOHC MPI CVVT Theta II, 1998cc/ Six-speed automatic/ ABS, ESC, airbags Max power: 154hp@6200rpm

Max torque: 194.2Nm@4300rpm Price: RM115,800 w/insurance

Kia Optima 2.0LEngine/Transmission/Features: Four-inline, 1998cc, DOHC, CVVT, 16-valve/ Four-speed auto with sport mode/ ABS, EBD, BA, TC, stability control, dual airbags Max power: 142hp@6000rpmMax torque: 189.3Nm@4250rpmPrice: RM120,000 w/insurance

Kia Picanto 1.1L Engine/Transmission/Features: 1086cc, four-cylinder, 12-valve, SOHC/ Four-speed automatic/ Two-airbagsMax power: 65hp@5500rpmMax torque: 99Nm@2800rpmPrice: LS – RM44,500 w/insurance; EX – RM46,800 w/insurance; SE – RM48,800 w/insurance

MAZDABermaz Motor Sdn Bhd.03-5569 2797 / www.mazda.com.my

Mazda2 1.5 SedanEngine/Transmission/Features: MZR 1.5 DOHC 16-valve, inline four-cylinder, DOHC, 1498cc/ Four-speed automatic/ EPAS, ABS, airbagsMax power: 102hp@6000rpmMax torque: 135Nm@4000rpmPrice: V-Spec – RM80,122 w/out insurance; VR-Spec – RM81,657 w/out insurance; R-Spec –RM83,122 w/out insurance; RS-Spec – RM87,622 w/out insurance

Mazda2 1.5 HatchbackEngine/Transmission/Features: MZR 1.5 DOHC 16-valve, inline four-cylinder, DOHC, 1498cc/Four-speed automatic/ EPAS, ABS, airbagsMax power: 102hp@6000rpmMax torque: 135Nm@4000rpmPrice: V-Spec –RM83,822 w/out insurance; R-Spec – RM86,822 w/out insurance; RS-Spec –RM91,322 w/out insurance

Mercedes-BenzMercedes-Benz MalaysiaTel: (+603) 2246 8888 / www.mercedes-benz.com.my

Mercedes-Benz B180Engine/Transmission/Features: 1699cc, inline four-cylinder/ Six-speed Autotronic CVT/ ABS, ESP, BASMax power: 116hp@5500rpmMax torque: 155Nm@4000rpmPrice: RM215,888 w/out insurance

MINIAuto Bavaria03-2142 2288 / www.mini.my

Mini CooperEngine/Transmission/Features: 1598cc, four-cylinder, 16-valve/ Six-speed/ Six-airbags, ABS, EBD, BAMax power: 120hp@1600rpmMax torque: 160Nm@4250rpmPrice: RM195,888 w/out insurance

Mini Cooper Cabriolet Engine/Transmission/Features: 1598cc, four-cylinder, 16-valve/ Six-speed/ Six-airbags, ABS, EBD, BAMax power: 115hp@6000rpmMax torque: 160Nm@1600-5000rpmPrice: RM235,888 w/out insurance

Mini Cooper Countryman Engine/Transmission/Features: 1598cc, four-cylinder, 16-valve/ Auto/ ABS, EBD, BA, airbagsMax power: 122hp@6000rpm Max torque: 160Nm@4250rpm Price: RM248,888 w/out insurance

MITSUBISHIMisubishi Motors Malaysia Sdn.Bhd1-800-88-2166 / www.mitsubishi-motors.com.my

Mitsubishi Lancer Sportback 2.4LEngine/Transmission/Features: DOHC 16-valve MIVEC, 2360cc/ Inecs-III CVT with six-step sports mode/ Two-SRS airbags, ABS, EBD, ASC with traction controlMax power: 170hp@6000rpmMax torque: 226Nm@4100rpmPrice: RM132,980 w/insurance

Mitsubishi Lancer 2.0Engine/Transmission/Features: 4B11 DOHC MIVEC, 1998cc, 16-valve, ECI-Multi (aluminum block)/ CVT with sports mode and Inecs III/ Dual airbags with weight sensors, ABS, EBD, pre-tensionersMax power: 152hp@6000rpmMax torque: 199Nm@4250rpmPrice: GT – RM125,980 w/insurance; EX – RM120,980 w/insurance

NISSANEdaran Tan Chong Motors Sdn.Bhd1-800-88-8368 / www.nissan.com.my

Nissan Sentra Sport 1.6LEngine/Transmission/Features: 1767cc, four-cylinder with VTC, DOHC, 16v/ Four-speed auto/ Five-speed manual/ ABS, BA, airbags, engine immobiliser, leather seats, V-Kool Crystal Tinting Max power: 128hp@5600rpmMax torque: 164Nm@4400rpmPrice: Manual – RM85,750 w/insurance; Automatic – RM89,800 w/insurance

Nissan Latio 1.6Engine/Transmission/Features: 1598cc, DOHC, 16-valve, four-cylinder with CVTC and drive-by-wire technology/ Four-speed auto/ Dual front airbags, EBD, ABS, BAMax power: 107hp@6000rpmMax torque: 153Nm@4400rpmPrice: Latio 1.6ST manual – RM84,680 w/insurance; Latio 1.6ST automatic – RM89,980 w/insurance; Latio 1.6 ST-L automatic with ABS – RM92,929 w/insurance; Latio Sport 1.6 ST-L automatic – RM97,980 w/insurance

Nissan Latio 1.8TiEngine/Transmission/Features: 1798cc,

Hyundai i30 2.0L.

Mazda2 hatchback.

NEW SUNDAY TIMES APRIL 24, 2011COMPACT/FAMILY CAR GUIDE XIII

PRICELISTDOHC, 16-valve, four-cylinder with CVTC/Electronically controlled four-speed auto with lock-up-torque/ Intelligent key, dual front airbags, EBD, ABS, BA, automatic bi-Xenon headlightsMax power: 123hp@5200rpmMax torque: 1748Nm@4800rpmPrice: RM99,958 w/insurance

PROTONPerusahaan Otomobil Nasional Sdn Bhd.1-300-880-888 / www.proton-edar.com

Proton Savvy 1.2 M-LineEngine/Transmission/Features: Four-cylinder, 16-valve D4F, 1149cc/ Automatic, manual/Seatbelts, air-conditioning, radioMax power: 74hp@5500rpmMax torque: 105Nm@4250rpmPrice: Automatic – RM43,182 w/insurance; Manual – RM40,240 w/insurance

Proton Gen.2 1.6 H-LineEngine/Transmission/Features: Campro CPS, four-cylinder, DOHC, 16-valve, 1597cc/ Five-speed manual; Four-speed auto/ ABS, EBD, dual SRS airbags Max power: 125hp@6500rpmMax torque: 150Nm@4500rpmPrice: Automatic – RM60,488 w/insurance; Manual – RM57,488 w/insurance

Proton Satria Neo 1.6 H-lineEngine/Transmission/Features: CamPro four-cylinder, 16-valve, DOHC, 1597cc / Five-speed manual; Four-speed auto/ Captor, multi-function steering, cruise control (auto only), CD/MP3Max power: 110hp@6000rpmMax torque: 148Nm@4000rpmPrice: Manual – RM57,763 w/insurance; Automatic – RM60,763 w/insurance

Proton Persona Elegance 1.6Engine/Transmission/Features: Campro IAFM, four-cylinder, DOHC, 16-Valve, 1597cc / Four-speed auto; Five-speed manual/ Dual airbags, pre-tensioners (Navigator, body kit, fog lamp, rear spoiler – M-line, H-line only) (ABS with EBD, leather seats, auto cruise – H-line only)Max power: 110hp@6500rpmMax torque: 148Nm@4000rpm Price: B-Line manual – M46,499 w/insurance; M-Line Automatic – RM55,999 w/insurance; H-Line Automatic – RM59,499 w/insurance

Proton Saga FL 1.3Engine/Transmission/Features: Campro, 16-valve, DOHC, 1332cc/ Five-speed manual; Four-speed auto with Invecs/ Driver’s airbag, pre-tensioner, ImmobiliserMax power: 95hp@6000romMax torque: 120Nm@4000rpmPrice: Standard automatic metallic – RM40,998 w/insurance; Executive automatic metallic RM43,298 w/insurance

Proton Inspira 1.8CVT ExecutiveEngine/Transmission/Features: 1798cc, four-cylinder Mivec DOHC, 16-valve/CVT with Invecs-III/ Dual SRS airbag, ABS, EBDMax power: 110hp@6000rpmMax torque: 177Nm@4250rpmPrice: Metallic – RM84,999 w/insurance; Solid – RM84,549 w/insurance

Proton Inspira 1.8 Standard Engine/Transmission/Features: 1798cc, four-cylinder Mivec DOHC, 16-valve/ Five-speed manual/ Dual SRS airbag, ABS, EBDMax power: 110hp@6000rpmMax torque: 177Nm@4250rpmPrice: Metallic – RM78,999 w/insurance; Solid – RM78,549 w/insurance

PERODUAPerusahaan Otomobil Kedua Berhad 1800 88 6600 / www.perodua.com.my

Perodua Myvi 1.0SREngine/Transmission/Features: Four-cycle, in-line three-cylinder, DVVT DOHC, 989cc/ Five-speed manual/ Headrest, seatbelts, air-conditioner, radioMax power: 57hp@6000rpmMax torque: 88Nm@3600rpmPrice: Solid – RM38,924 w/insurance; Metallic – RM39,447 w/insurance

Perodua Myvi 1.3Engine/Transmission/Features: Four-cycle, in-line four-cylinder DVVT DOHC, 1298cc / Five-speed manual/ Four-speed auto/

Headrest, ABS, airbagsMax power: 87hp@6000rpmMax torque: 116Nm@3200rpmPrice: SX metallic – RM43,900 w/insurance; EZi Automatic – RM50,100 w/insurance

Perodua Viva 660Engine/Transmission/Features: 659cc, DOHC, 12-valve (four-valves per cylinder)/Five speed manual/ Seat belts, air-conditioner, radioMax power: 47hp@7200rpmMax torque: 58Nm@4400rpmPrice: BX manual – RM24,900 w/insurance; EX manual – RM28,900.00 w/insurance

Perodua Viva 850Engine/Transmission/Features: DOHC, 12-valve with DVVT/ Five-speed manual/ Power windows, 1 DIN radio CD player, alarm, central lockingMax power: 52hp@6000romMax torque: 76Nm@4000rpmPrice: Solid – RM32,500 w/insurance; Metallic – RM32,900 w/insurance

Perodua Viva Elite Engine/Transmission/Features: 989cc, DOHC, 12-valve, DVVT/ Four-speed automatic/ ABS, EBD, BA, dual airbagsMax power: 60hp@6000rpmMax torque: 90Nm@3600rpm Price: Viva 1.0 – RM36,500 w/insurance; Elite EZi – RM44,900 w/insurance

PEUGEOTNasim Sdn Bhd1-800-88-6292 / www.peugeot.com.my

Peugeot 308 VTi 1.6 Engine/Transmission/Features: 1598cc, DOHC, 16-valve with dual variable valve lift and timing injection/ Four-speed auto adaptive with Tiptronic /Four-airbags, ABS, EBD, EBA, all-round disc breaks, automatic headlight wiper, cruise control Max power: 120hp@6000rpmMax torque: 160Nm4250rpmPrice: RM99,888 w/insurance

Peugeot 207 1.6Engine/Transmission/Features: Four inline cylinders, DOHC, 16-valve, 1587cc/ Auto adaptive gearbox with Tiptronic and sport mode/ Two airbags with ABS, EBD and EBAMax power: 110hp@5800rpmMax torque: 147Nm@4000rpmPrice: RM72,888 w/insurance

SUZUKISuzuki Malaysia Automobil Sdn Bhd1-300-88-6699 / www.suzuki.net.my

Suzuki Swift 1.5 Engine/Transmission/Features: 1490cc, M15A VVT, DOHC, four-inline, 16-valve/ Automatic/ Dual airbags, ABS, EBD, per-tensioners, head impact protection structureMax power: 101hp@6000rpmMax torque: 131Nm@4000rpmPrice: RM71,706 w/out insurance; Premier –

RM77,707 w/out insurance

Suzuki SX4 Crossover 1.6Engine/Transmission/Features: M16A, four-inline, 16-valve, 1586cc MPI/ Four-speed auto FWD/ Two-airbags, ABS, EBD, BA, pre-tensioners, decoupling pedal mechanism for brake pedalMax power: 101hp@5600rpmMax torque: 140Nm@4000rpmPrice: RM87,490 w/out insurance; Premier – RM92,360 w/out insurance

Suzuki SX4 1.6 SedanEngine/Transmission/Features: 1586cc, DOHC, 16-valve, VVT/ Four-speed auto/ Two airbags, ABS, EBD, BAMax power: 101hp@5600 rpmMax torque: 140Nm@4000rpmPrice: RM88,888 w/out insurance; Premier – RM93,888 w/out insurance

Suzuki Alto 1.0Engine/Transmission/Features: K10B three-cylinder inline DOHC 996cc/ Five-speed manual; Four-speed auto/ Dual airbags, TECT body system, ABS, EBD (for auto)Max power: 67hp@6000rpmMax torque: 90Nm@3400rpmPrice: GA manual – RM 44,888 w/out insurance; GLX automatic – M 49,888 w/out insurance; GXS automatic – RM54,888 w/out insurance

TOYOTAUMW TOYOTA MOTORS1-800-88-3333; www.toyota.com.my

Toyota Corolla Altis 1.8Engine/Transmission/Features: 2ZR-FE four-cylinder inline 16-valve, 1794cc, DOHC VVT-i/ Super CVT-i seven-speed/ ABS, EBD, BA, GOA Body, two-airbags, WIL (VSC only on 1.8G)Max power: 130hp@6000rpmMax torque: 170Nm@4200rpmPrice: 1.8E – RM112,990 w/insurance; 1.8G – RM122,990.00 w/insurance

Toyota Corolla Altis 1.6EEngine/Transmission/Features: 1ZR -FE four-cylinder inline 16-valve, DOHC with VVT-i, 1598cc/ Four-speed automatic with super ECT/ ABS, EBD, BA, anti-theft system, dual-airbags, multi information display Max power: 109hp@6000rpmMax torque: 146Nm@4400rpmPrice: RM105,990 w/insurance

Toyota Vios 1.5Engine/Transmission/Features: 1NZ-FE four-cylinder inline, 16-valve, DOHC with VVT-i, 1497cc/ Four-speed automatic super ECT gate shifter/ ABS with EBD, BA, SRS airbags (185/60R15 alloy wheels, suspension kit, Aerokit for bumpers, spoiler, side skirts, trunk spoiler for TRD Sportivo)Max power: 109hp@6000rpmMax torque: 141Nm@4200rpmPrice: TRD Sportivo – RM92,000 w/insurance; 1.5G – RM87,300 w/insurance; 1.5E – RM81,000 w/insurance

Toyota Vios 1.5JEngine/Transmission/Features: 1 NZ-FE, four-cylinder in-line, 16-valve, DOHC with VVT-i, 1497cc/ Four-Speed automatic with super ECT gate shifter/ ABS, EBD, BAMax power: 109hp@6000rpmMax torque: 141Nm@4200rpmPrice: RM74,883 w/insurance

Toyota Vios 1.5JEngine/Transmission/Features: 1 NZ-FE, four-cylinder in-line, 16-valve, DOHC with VVT-i, 1497cc/ Five-speed manual/ ABS, EBD, BAMax power: 109hp@6000rpmMax torque: 141Nm@4200rpmPrice: RM70,783 w/insurance

Toyota Yaris 1.5SEngine/Transmission/Features: 1NZ-FE, DOHC, four-cylinder, 16-valve, VVT-i, 1497cc/ Four-Speed automatic with super-ECT and gated shifter/ Reverse sensor, optiron meter, audio control steering switch, ABS, EBD, BA, high-mounted stop lamp (LED), SRS airbags,Max power: 109hp@6000rpmMax torque: 141Nm@4200rpmPrice: RM107,591 w/insurance

VOLKSWAGEN Volkswagen Group Malaysia1-800-88-8947 / www.volkswagen.com.my

Volkswagen Polo 1.2 TSIEngine/Transmission/Features: Four-cylinder petrol, 1197cc/ Seven-speed direct shift gearbox DSG/ ABS, airbagsMax power: 105hp@5000rpmMax torque: 175hp@1550-4100rpmPrice: RM108,888 nett selling price

Volkswagen Beetle 1.6Engine/Transmission/Features: Four-cylinder petrol engine, 1595cc/ Six-speed automatic gearbox with Tiptronic/ ABS, airbagsMax power: 102hp@5600rpmMax torque: 148Nm@3800rpmPrice: RM139,888 nett selling price

Volkswagen Beetle 2.0Engine/Transmission/Features: Four-cylinder petrol engine, 1984cc/ Six-speed automatic gearbox with Tiptronic/ ABS, airbags, park pilot, electronic immobilisationMax power: 115hp@5400rpmMax torque: 172Nm@3200rpmPrice: RM158,888 nett selling price

Volkswagen Golf 1.4 TSIEngine/Transmission/Features: Four-cylinder petrol engine, 1390cc/ Seven-speed direct shift gearbox DSG/ ABS, airbagsMax power: 160hp@5800rpmMax torque: 240Nm@1500-4500rpmPrice: RM148,888 nett selling price

VOLVO Swedish Marque1-800-88-2222; 03-92362822 / www.volvocars.com.myFederal Auto, 03-2274 9300

Volvo C30 2.0i Engine/Transmission/Features: Four-cylinder, 1999cc/ Six-speed Powershift auto with Geartronic/ ABS, airbags Max power: 145hp@6000rpmMax torque: 185Nm@4500rpmPrice: RM215,00 w/out insurance

Proton Inspira 2.0P.

Suzuki Alto.

NEW SUNDAY TIMES APRIL 24, 2011COMPACT/FAMILY CAR GUIDEXIV

ALFA ROMEO159 (2.2JTS Selespeed) RM195,888 159 (3.2L V6 Ti) RM298,888 GT (2.0JTS Black Line) RM218,888 Brera (2.2JTS Selespeed) RM308,888 Spider (3.2L V6) RM358,888 Mito 1.4L RM153,888  

AUDIA4 1.8 TFSI RM235,000A4 2.0 TFSI quattro S line RM309,800A5 2.0 TFSI quattro RM399,900A6 2.0 TFSI RM335,000A6 3.0 TFSI quattro S line RM468,000A8L 3.0 TFSI quattro RM658,800 Q5 2.0 TFSI quattro RM325,000 Q7 3.0 TFSI RM550,000TT 2.0 TFSI RM355,000 R8 5.2 FSI RM1,250,000 

BUFORI  Bufori MKIII La Joya RM498,888.88 Bufori MKVI Geneva RM1,350,000 

BMW118i RM203,800118i Executive Edition RM204,800135i Coupe M Sport RM423,800120i Convertible RM319,800 320i RM236,800 320i Executive Edition RM241,800 320i M Sport RM253,800 320d M Sport RM260,800 323i Exclusive Edition RM275,800 325i Sports Edition RM309,800 Individual 335i Sedan RM539,800 320i Coupe RM289,800 325i Coupe RM378,800 335i Coupe M Sport RM498,800 325i Convetible RM439,800 M3 sedan RM718,800 M3 Coupe RM728,800 M3 Coupe Competition Edition RM758,800 520d RM333,800 523i RM383,800 528i RM449,800 535i RM598,800 535i Gran Turismo RM638,800 Individual 630i Coupe RM788,800 M6 Coupe RM938,000 730Li RM648,800 730Ld RM698,800 740Li RM818,800 750Li RM1,138,800 Individual 760Li RM1,388,800 X1 sDrive18i RM238,800 X1 xDrive20d RM298,800 X3 xDrive20d (New) RM348,800 X5 xDrive35i RM588,800 X5 xDrive30d RM578,800 X6 xDrive35i RM698,800 X6 M RM1,188,800 Z4 sDrive23i RM438,800 Z4 sDrive35i RM558,800 Z4 sDrive35is RM598,800 

CHANA Era CM8 (M) RM45,368 Era CV6 (M) RM41,420 

CHERY Eastar 2.0 RM81,988A520 2.0 (A) RM95,888Tiggo 1.6 (M) RM78,888Tiggo 2.0 (A) RM89,888 

CHEVROLET Cruze 1.8L RM98,768 Captiva 2.4L AWD (Petrol) RM146,252

Captiva 2.0L AWD (Diesel) RM157,127 

CITROEN Citroen Grand C4 Picasso 1.6T (EGS 6-Speed) RM138,990 Citroen C6 V6 3.0 Exclusive (Automatic) RM400,445 Citroen C5 2.0 Exclusive (Automatic)  RM176,279

FORD Fiesta Sport LX 1.6L Ti-VCT RM82,888  Fiesta Sedan LX 1.6L Ti-VCT RM78,888 Fiesta 1.4LX (M) RM69,888 Mondeo 2.3L DURATEC PETROL RM178,88 Everest 3.0L TDCi 4x4 XLT (AT)   RM176,791 Everest 2.5L TDCi 4x4 XLT (AT)   RM162,727 Everest 2.5L TDCi 4x4 XLT (MT)   RM151,441 Ranger 2.5TDCi 4x4 XLT (MT)   RM86,803 Ranger 2.5TDCi 4x4 XLT (AT)   RM92,959 Ranger 2.5TDi 4x4 XL (MT)   RM76,517 Ranger 2.5TDi 4x2 XL (MT)   RM63,613 Ranger XL Single Cab 2.5L Tdi 4x4 (MT) RM67,309 Focus 2.0L Sport TDCi   RM128,888 Focus 2.0L Sport   RM117,123 Focus 2.0L Ghia Sedan RM116,097 Focus 2.0L Ghia Sedan TDCi RM128,888 Escape 2.3L 4x4 XLT   RM139,888 Escape 2.3L 4x4 XLS   RM118,888 

HONDA City 1.5L Grade S RM85,480 City 1.5L Grade E RM90,480 Jazz 1.5L Grade V RM109,800 Jazz 1.5L Concept M RM116,800 Civic 1.8S RM114,980 Civic 1.8S-L RM119,980 Civic 2.0 Sedan RM130,980 Civic Concept M RM137,980 Insight 1.3L RM98,000Accord 2.0 VTi RM142,800Accord 2.0 VTi-L RM149,800Accord 2.4 VTi-L RM172,800Accord Concept M RM176,800 CR-V 2.0L i-VTEC RM149,980 Stream RSZ RM158,980 Freed 1.5 RM112,980 

HYUNDAI i30 1.6 (A) RM97,888 i30 2.0 (A) RM112,888Accent 1.6 (A) RM75,888Avante 2.0 (A) Std RM98,888 Sonata YF 2.0 std RM135,888 Sonata YF 2.0 High Spec RM143,888 Sonata YF 2.4 High Spec RM163,888 Grand Starex Royale Diesel (A) VGT RM149,088Tucson 2.0GL 2WD Std Spec RM129,888Tucson 2.0GLS 2WD High Spec RM139,888Tucson 2.4GLS 4WD(TOD) High Spec RM154,888 Santa Fe 2.4 Petrol (A) High Spec RM158,888 Santa Fe 2.2 Diesel (A) High Spec RM169,888 

INOKOM i10 (M) 1.1 Std RM44,488

i10 (A) 1.1 Std RM46,988 i10 (A) 1.1 High spec RM49,688 i10 GLS  (A) 1.25 Kappa High spec RM52,688 i10 GLS  (A) 1.25 Kappa Std spec RM49,688 Getz 1.4  (A) RM61,731 

ISUZU D-Max 3.0L Super Commonrail (4x4 manual) RM93,115 D-Max 3.0L Super Commonrail (4x4 auto) RM98,571 D-Max 3.0L Super Commonrail (4x2 auto) RM89,211 D-Max SINGLE CAB 3.0L (4x4 auto) RM73,391 D-Max 2.5 LS Super Commonrail RM82,481 (4x4 Type-B Manual) D-Max 2.5 LS Super Commonrail RM88,737 (4x4 Premium Manual) D-Max 2.5L 4x2 Standard (Manual) RM73,947 

JAGUAR XK 4.2 V8 Coupe RM878,888 XK 4.2 V8 Convertible RM948,888 XKR 5.0 V8 S/C Coupe RM1,088,888 XKR 5.0 V8 S/C Convertible RM1,158,888 Daimler 4.2 S/C LWB RM898,888 XJ 5.0 V8 Premium Luxury LWB RM958,888 XJ 5.0 V8 S/C Supersport LWB RM1,158,888 XF 3.0 V6 RM488,888 XF Diesel S RM499,888 XF 5.0 V8 S/C XFR RM888,888 

KIA Sorento 2.4L  RM158,888 Forte Koup 2.0L  RM115,800 Forte 1.6L EX RM78,800 Forte 1.6L SX RM85,800 Forte 2.0L SX RM97,800 Optima 2.0L EX RM102,000 Citra 2.0L RS RM61,088 Citra 2.0L SE RM64,088 Rondo EXS RM90,088 Rondo EX RM86,088 Picanto 1.1 LS RM44,500 Picanto 1.1 EX RM46,800 Picanto 1.1 SE RM48,800 Pregio RM77,867 

LAND ROVER Defender 2.4L TD4 Double Cab RM148,888 Freelander 2 TD4 2.2L RM271,388 Discovery 4 V6 3.0 RM423,888 Range Rover Sport 3.0L V6 RM568,888 Range Rover Sport 5.0L V8 RM588,888 Range Rover Sport 5.0L V8 S/C RM728,888 Range Rover 3.6L V8 Vogue RM688,888 Range Rover 3.6L Diesel TDV8 HSE RM658,888 Range Rover 5.0L V8 S/C RM798,888 

LEXUS IS 250 LUX RM305,000 IS 250 STD RM275,000 IS 250C RM432,000 GS300 RM408,800 LS 460L RM844,448

LS 460 Sport RM734,448 LS 600h L RM976,699 RX 350 RM377,000 RX 270 RM340,000 RX 450h RM520,000 CT200h RM168,000 

LOTUS Elise S From RM238,600 Europa S RM298,700 Europa SE RM328,700 Exige S RM338,800 Exige S (Perfomance Pack) RM360,000 Exige (CUP 260) RM428,800 Evora RM443,480 Evora IPS (Automatic) RM498,000 Evora S (Super-Chaged) RM513,000 

MAHINDRA Mahindra Scorpio 2.2L 4X4 (A) Diesel (CBU) RM109,999 

MAZDA Mazda2 1.5 sedan V-spec RM80,122 Mazda2 1.5 sedan VR-spec RM81,657 Mazda2 1.5 sedan R-spec RM83,122 Mazda2 1.5 sedan RS-spec RM87,622 Mazda2 1.5 h/back  V-spec RM83,822 Mazda2 1.5 h/back R-spec RM86,822 Mazda2 1.5 h/back RS-spec RM91,322 Mazda3 1.6L CKD sedan  (GL) RM99,374 Mazda3 1.6L CKD h/back  (GL) RM104,653 Mazda3 2.0L CKD sedan  (GL) RM119,375 Mazda3 2.0L CKD h/back  (GL) RM130,275 Mazda3 Sport 1.6 sedan RM111,249 Mazda3 Sport 1.6 h/back RM116,203 Mazda3 Sport  2.0 sedan RM131,249 Mazda3 Sport 2.0 h/back RM135,999 Mazda3 MPS 2.3  RM175,109 Mazda5 MPV 2.0L RM150,020 Mazda6 2.0  RM147,774 Mazda6 2.5 RM173,229 Mazda 8 MPV 2.3L RM191,929 Mazda MX-5  RM220,000 Mazda RX-8  RM233,699 CX-7 4x2 RM258,008 CX-7 4x4 RM268,016 CX-9 RM322,405 BT-50 2.5 (M) RM83,170 BT-50 2.5 (A) RM88,170 

MERCEDES-BENZ B180 RM215,888 C200 CGI Elegance RM255,888 C250 CGI Avantgarde RM287,888 C300 Estate RM396,888 C63 AMG RM783,888 E200 CGI Elegance (CKD) RM368,888 E250 CGI Avantgarde (CKD) RM398,888 E300 Avantgarde (CKD) RM455,888 E300 AMG Sport Package (CKD) RM475,888 E250 CGI Estate RM462,888 E250 CGI Coupé RM493,888 E350 Coupé RM666,888 E250 CGI Cabriolet RM535,888 E63 AMG RM1,145,888 S300L with Rear Seat Entertainment (CKD) RM659,888 S350L (SEL) (CKD) RM835,888

S500L (CKD) RM1,000,000 SL300 Roadster  RM806,888 SLS AMG Coupé RM1,999,999 ML350 AMG Sport Edition RM555,888 R300L RM470,888 R300L with AMG Wheels RM478,888 

MINI Mini Cooper RM195,888 Mini Cooper Cabriolet RM235,888 Mini Cooper S RM239,888 Mini Cooper S Clubman RM259,888 Mini Cooper S JCW RM275,888 MINI Cooper Countryman   RM248,888 MINI Cooper S Countryman   RM285,888 

MITSUBISHI Grandis 2.4L RM169,980 Lancer 2.0GT RM125,980 Lancer 2.0 EX RM120,980 Lancer Sportback RM132,980ASX RM139,980 Lancer Evolution 2.0 RM338,888Triton 4x4 (M) 2.5D RM90,980Triton 4x4 (A) 2.5D RM95,980Triton Standard 2.5D RM80,980Triton Lite 4x2 (M) 2.5D RM64,333Triton 3.2L (A) RM105,980 Pajero Sports 2.5GS (A) RM166,980 Pajero Sports 2.5GL (A) RM149,500 Pajero 3.8L RM292,980 

MITSUOKA Cute 1.4 RM92,800 MPV1.4 RM89,800 Nouera2.0 RM242,000 Galue I 2.0 RM198,000 Galue III 2.5 RM383,000 Ryoga 2.0 RM129,000 Viewt II1.5 RM178,000 Classic F 1.8 RM184,0000 Orochi3.3 RM1,025,000 

NISSAN Teana 2.0L Comfort  RM141,000Teana 2.0L Luxury RM145,000Teana V6 2.5L Premium RM173,000Teana V6 3.5L Exquisite RM248,500 Sentra Sport 1.6L (M/T) RM85,750 Sentra Sport 1.6L (A/T) RM89,800 Latio 1.6 ST (M/T) RM84,680 Latio 1.6 ST (A/T) RM89,980 Latio 1.6 ST-L (A/T) RM92,929 Latio 1.8Ti (A/T) RM99,958 Latio Sport 1.6ST-L (A/T)  RM97,980 Sylphy 2.0L (X-CVT)  RM114,880 Sylphy 2.0L (X-CVT) Luxury RM118,880 Sylphy 2.0L (X-CVT) Luxury Navi Package RM120,380 Grand Livina MPV 1.6L (M/T) RM84,800 Grand Livina MPV 1.6L (A/T) RM88,600 Grand Livina MPV 1.8L (A/T) RM97,300 Serena MPV 2.0L (A/T) Comfort RM136,500 Serena MPV 2.0L (A/T) Highway Star RM146,950 Frontier 4WD 2.5L (M/T) Spirit (Diesel) RM82,686 Navara 4WD 2.5L (M/T) Standard (Diesel) RM89,800 Navara 4WD 2.5L (M/T) SE (Diesel) RM94,800 Navara 2WD 2.5L (A/T) Calibre (Diesel) RM89,900 Navara 4WD 2.5L (A/T) Luxury (Diesel) RM105,800

Chery Eastar

Nissan Teana.

NEW SUNDAY TIMES APRIL 24, 2011COMPACT/FAMILY CAR GUIDE XV

X-Trail 4WD 2.0L (A/T) RM133,800 X-Trail 4WD 2.5L (A/T) RM144,800 X-Trail 2WD 2.0L (X-CVT) RM149,500 C22 Vanette Pickup *1.5L (M/T) RM48,600 C22 Vanette Panel Van *1.5L (M/T) RM54,300 C22 Vanette Semi Panel *1.5L (M/T) RM57,400 C22 Vanette Window Van *1.5L (M/T) RM65,738Urvan - Panel Van * 3.0L (M/T) (Diesel) RM79,810Urvan - Semi Panel Van * 3.0L (M/T) (Diesel) RM85,360Urvan Microbus 14 seater 3.0 L (M/T) (Diesel) RM99,313 370Z Coupe 3.7L (M/T & A/T) RM370,000 370Z Roadster RM399,000Murano 3.5 L (X-CVT) RM330,000 Latio Tuned By Impul 1.6 ST (M/T) RM95,466 Latio Tuned By Impul 1.6 ST (A/T) RM100,740 Latio Sport Tuned By Impul1.6ST-L (A/T)  RM108,766 Grand Livina Tuned By Impul 1.6L (MT) RM95,586 Grand Livina Tuned By Impul 1.6L (AT) RM99,386 Grand Livina Tuned By Impul 1.8L (AT) RM108,086 Sylphy Tuned By Impul 2.0L (X-CVT)  RM125,980 Sylphy Tuned By Impul 2.0L (X-CVT) RM131,480 Luxury Navi Package Sentra Tuned By Impul 1.6L (MT) Comfort RM94,500 Sentra Tuned By Impul 1.6L (MT) Luxury RM98,500 Sentra Tuned By Impul 1.6L (AT) Comfort RM98,600 Sentra Tuned By Impul 1.6L (AT) Luxury RM102,600 

PROTON Savvy 1.2 M-Line (AT) Metallic RM43,182 Savvy 1.2 M-Line (AT) Solid RM42,316 Savvy 1.2 M-Line (MT) Metallic RM40,240 Savvy 1.2 M-Line (MT) Solid RM39,694 Gen.2 1.6 H-Line (A) Metallic RM60,488 Gen.2 1.6 H-Line (A) Solid RM60,038 Gen.2 1.6 H-Line (M) Metallic RM57,488 Gen.2 1.6 H-Line (M Solid RM57,038 Gen.2 1.6 M-Line (A) Metallic RM54,988 Gen.2 1.6 M-Line (A) Solid RM54,538 Exora CPS 1.6 H-Line (A) Metallic RM76,998 Exora CPS 1.6 H-Line (A) Solid RM76,548 Exora CPS 1.6 M-Line (A) Metallic RM70,998 Exora CPS 1.6 M-Line (A) Solid RM70,548 Exora CPS 1.6 M-Line (M) Metallic RM65,998 Exora CPS 1.6 M-Line (M) Solid RM65,548 Exora CPS 1.6 B-Line (MT) Metallic RM58,998 Exora CPS 1.6 B-Line (MT) Solid RM58,548 Satria Neo CPS 1.6 H-Line (M) Metallic RM57,763 Satria Neo CPS 1.6 H-Line (M) Solid RM57,313 Satria Neo CPS 1.6 H-Line (A) Metallic RM60,763 Satria Neo CPS 1.6 H-Line (A) Solid RM60,313 R3 Satria Neo 1.6 (M) Metallic RM79,797 Persona Elegance 1.6 B-Line (M)  RM46,499 Persona Elegance 1.6 B-Line (A)  RM49,499 Persona Elegance 1.6 M-Line (M) RM52,999 Persona Elegance 1.6 M-Line (A) RM55,999 Persona Elegance 1.6 H-Line (A)  RM59,499 Saga FL Standard (M) Solid RM37,548 Saga FL Standard (M) Metallic RM37,998 Saga FL Standard (A) Solid RM40,548 Saga FL Standard (A) Metallic RM40,998 Saga FL Executive (M) Solid RM40,248 Saga FL Executive (M) Metallic RM40,698

Saga FL Executive (A) Solid RM42,848 Saga FL Executive (A) Metallic RM43,298 Inspira 1.8 Standard (M) Metallic RM78,999 Inspira 1.8 Standard (M) Solid RM78,549 Inspira 1.8 Executive (CVT) Metallic RM84,999 Inspira 1.8 Executive (CVT) Solid RM84,549 Inspira 2.0 Premium (CVT) Metallic RM91,999 Inspira 2.0 Premium (CVT) Solid RM91,549 

PERODUAAlza GX - 1.5L (M) Solid RM55,490Alza GX - 1.5L (M) Metallic RM55,990Alza GX - 1.5L (M) Special Metallic RM56,190Alza EZ - 1.5L (A) Solid RM58,490Alza EZ - 1.5L (A) Metallic RM58,990Alza EZ - 1.5L (A) Special Metallic RM59,190Alza GH - 1.5L (M) Solid RM60,490Alza GH - 1.5L (M) Metallic RM60,990Alza GH - 1.5L (M) Special Metallic RM61,190Alza ZH - 1.5L (A) Solid RM63,490Alza ZH - 1.5L (A) Metallic RM63,990Alza ZH - 1.5L (A) Special Metallic RM64,190Alza GHP Advanced Version - 1.5L (M) Solid RM66,490Alza GHP Advanced Version - 1.5L (M) Metallic RM66,990Alza ZHP Advanced Version - 1.5L (A) Solid RM69,490Alza ZHP Advanced Version - 1.5L (A) Metallic RM69,990Myvi 1.0 SR (M) Solid RM38,924.10Myvi 1.0 SR (M) Metallic RM39,447.30Myvi 1.3 SX (M) Solid RM43,400Myvi 1.3 SX (M) Metallic RM43,900Myvi 1.3 SX (M) Special Metallic RM44,300Myvi 1.3 EZ (A) Solid RM46,400Myvi 1.3 EZ (A) Metallic RM46,900Myvi 1.3 EZ (A) Special Metallic RM47,300Myvi 1.3 EZL (A) Solid RM48,100Myvi 1.3 EZL (A) Metallic RM48,600Myvi 1.3 SXi (M) Solid RM46,200Myvi 1.3 SXi (M) Metallic RM46,700Myvi 1.3 SXi (M) Special Metallic RM47,100Myvi 1.3 EZi (A) Solid RM49,200Myvi 1.3 EZi (A) Metallic RM49,700

Myvi 1.3 EZi (A) Special Metallic RM50,100Myvi 1.3 GHS (M) Solid RM49,900Myvi 1.3 GHS (M) Metallic RM50,400Myvi 1.3 GHS (M) Special Metallic RM50,800Myvi 1.3 SE ZHS (A) Solid RM52,900Myvi 1.3 SE ZHS (A) Metallic RM53,400Myvi 1.3 SE ZHS (A) Special Metallic RM53,800 Viva 660BX (M) Solid RM24,900 Viva 660BX (M) Metallic RM25,300 Viva 660EX (M) Solid RM28,500 Viva 660EX (M) Metallic RM28,900 Viva 850 (M) Solid RM32,500 Viva 850 (M) Metallic RM32,900 Viva 1.0 Solid RM36,500 Viva 1.0 Metallic RM36,900 Viva ELITE 1.0 (M) Solid RM37,500 Viva ELITE 1.0 (M) Metalic RM37,900 Viva ELITE 1.0 (A) Solid RM40,500 Viva ELITE 1.0 (A) Metalic RM40,900 Viva ELITE EZL (Exclusive Edition) Solid RM41,600 Viva ELITE EZL (Exclusive Edition) Metalic RM42,000 Viva ELITE EZi 1.0 (A) Solid RM44,500 Viva ELITE EZi 1.0 (A) Metalic RM44,900 

PEUGEOT 3008 RM146,888 308cc RM186,888 407 2.0L RM128,888 407 2.0L Premium RM136,888 308 VTi RM99,888  308 Turbo RM118,888 207 1.6 RM72,888 5008 RM159,888

PORSCHE Boxster RM460,000 Boxster S RM550,000 Caymen RM490,000 Cayman S RM590,000 911 Carrera RM750,000

911 Carrera S RM850,000 911 Carrera 4 RM820,000 911 Carrera 4S RM920,000 911 Carrera GTS RM900,000 911 Turbo RM1,300,000 911 Turbo S RM1,350,000 911 GT3 RS RM1,130,000 Cayenne RM550,000 Cayenne Diesel RM560,000 Cayenne S RM680,000 Cayenne S Hybrid RM720,000 Cayenne Turbo RM940,000 Panamera RM730,000 Panamera 4 RM760,000 Panamera S RM880,000 Panamera 4S RM940,000 Panamera Turbo RM1,190,000

RENAULTMegane Sport 250 CUP - 16V Turbo RM228,761 Laguna Coupe 2.0L (A) Turbo RM259,870 Koleos 2.5L RM211,659 

SUZUKI Swift 1.5 (A) (CKD) RM71,707 Swift Premier 1.5 (A) (CKD) RM77,707 Swift Sport 1.6 (A) (CBU) RM102,975 Swift Sport Premier 1.6(A) (CBU) RM109,863 Swift Sport 1.6 (M) (CBU) RM97,131 Swift Sport Premier 1.6 (M) (CBU) RM104,019 SX4 Crossover 1.6 (A) RM87,491 SX4 Crossover 1.6 (A) Premier RM92,361 SX4 Sedan 1.6 (A) RM88,888 SX4 Sedan 1.6 Premier (A) RM93,888 Grand Vitara 4x2 2.0 (A) (CBU) RM116,710Alto 1.0 GA (M) RM44,888Alto 1.0 GLX (A) RM49,888Alto 1.0 GXS (A) RM54,888 

SUBARU Forester 2.5XT Turbo RM229,000 Legacy 2.5GT Sedan Turbocharged RM269,000 Legacy 2.5GT Wagon Turbocharged RM279,000 Impreza WRX STI 2.5 Turbocharged RM279,000 

SSANGYONG Stavic SV270 Xdi RM102,045 Rexton II RX270XDi RM169,829Actyon Sport XDi 200XVT RM89,989 

TOYOTA Camry 2.4V RM174,990 Camry 2.0G RM154,,990 Camry 2.0E RM144,990 Prius 1.8L RM139,900 Corolla Altis 2.0V RM131,990 Corolla Altis 1.8G RM122,990 Corolla Altis 1.8E RM112,990

Corolla Altis 1.6E RM105,990 Fortuner 2.7V TRD Sportivo RM183,386 Fortuner 2.7V RM177,500 Fortuner 2.5G TRD Sportivo RM173,481 Fortuner 2.5G  RM167,621 Fortuner 2.7V TRD Sportivo (Non-Metallic) RM181,981 Fortuner 2.7V (Non-Metallic) RM176,121 Fortuner 2.5G TRD Sportivo (Non-Metallic) RM172,201 Fortuner 2.5G RM166,315 Innova 2.0G (A) RM109,800 Innova 2.0E (A) RM101,800 Innova 2.0E (M) RM96,800 Innova 2.0G (A) (Non-Metallic) RM108,619 Innova 2.0E (A) (Non-Metallic) RM100,619 Innova 2.0E (M) (Non-Metallic) RM95,619 Rush 1.5S (A) RM96,264 Rush 1.5G (A) RM90,464 Rush 1.5G (M) RM87,464 Vios 1.5 TRD Sportivo RM90,819 Vios 1.5G RM86,119 Vios 1.5E RM80,319 Vios 1.5J (A) RM74,883 Vios 1.5J (M) RM70,783Yaris 1.5S RM107,591Hilux 3.0G Double Cab 4x4 (A) RM106,000Hilux 2.5 Single Cab 4x4 (M) RM73,256Hilux Double Cab STD 4x4 (M) RM82,251Hilux Double Cab 2.5 4x4 (M) RM90,035Hilux Double Cab 2.5 4x4 (A) RM95,035Avanza 1.3E (M) RM62,000Avanza 1.5S (A) RM77,100Avanza 1.5G (A) RM74,300Avanza 1.5E (A) RM69,900Avanza 1.3E (M) (Non-Metallic) RM61,270Avanza 1.5S (A) (Non-Metallic) RM76,760Avanza 1.5G (A) (Non-Metallic) RM74,286Avanza 1.5E (A) (Non-Metallic) RM69,286 

VOLKSWAGEN Polo 1.2 TSI RM108,888 Beetle 1.6 RM139,888 Beetle 2.0 RM158,888 Golf 1.4 TSI RM148,888 Scirocco 1.4TSI RM188,888 Scirocco 2.0TSI RM243,888 Golf GTi 2.0 Turbo TSI (Mk6) RM209,888 Passat CC 2.0 TSI RM243,888 EOS Sport 2.0 TSI RM249,888Tiguan 2.0 4 Motion RM249,888Touareg R-Line 3.6 V6 FSI RM433,888 

VOLVO C30 2.0i RM215,000 C30 T5 R-Design RM259,000 S40 2.4i RM169,950 V50 (2.0 Powershift) RM185,950 S60 T5 RM288,000 S60 T6 RM348,000 S80 2.5T RM295,000 XC90 2.5 LPT RM355,000 XC90 D5 RM355,000 XC60 RM281,950Volvo S60 T6.

NEW SUNDAY TIMES APRIL 24, 2011 COMPACT/FAMILY CAR GUIDEPAGE XVI