All-new Corolla confirmed slated for 2008 in Malaysia

UMW Toyota Motor Sdn Bhd managing director Datuk David Chen has confirmed that the 10th generation Corolla model will be launched next year, as part of its efforts to boost Toyota passenger vehicles market presence ahead of stiffer competition.

He said this after a grand opening of the new Toyota main showroom in Kelantan by UMW chairman Tan Sri Asmat Kamaludin.

In the meantime, the motoring public will likely see the all-new VIOS in Toyota showrooms by next month.

Related post and more all-new Corolla pictures:
http://newbiecars.blogspot.com/2007/06/2007-all-new-toyota-corolla-sedan.html

You may want to read this:
http://newbiecars.blogspot.com/2007/09/all-new-toyota-vios-prices-leaked-ahead.html

New Mitsubishi Grandis Facelift 2008 model Available Soon

Mitsubishi Motors Malaysia (MMM) will launch the new facelift Grandis MPV at its nationwide showrooms by the end of Sept 2007.

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Already a stunning looking MPV, the sporty and innovative Mitsubishi Grandis will make an even bigger statement whilst also delivering better values and satisfaction.

�Designed to be sleeker and futuristic, it�s newly designed front grille, front bumper and fog lamp will surely win favour with many. With superb ergonomics, easy storage and a first-rate drive, this new Grandis is set to attract the needs of today�s MPV customers,� said Mr Fumihiko Minami, Chief Executive Officer of Mitsubishi Motors Malaysia.

The Grandis is powered by the new 2.4L MIVEC (Mitsubishi Innovative Valve timing Electronic Control) engine capable of a max. output of 165PS (121kW) at 6000rpm and peak torque of 217Nm (22.1kg-m) at 4000rpm. Mated to an INVECS-II (Intelligent & Innovative Vehicles Electronic Control System) with Sport Mode 4-speed automatic transmission, the gearbox delivers the feel of manual shifting with the convenience of an automatic.

Fully imported (CBU) from Japan, its comprehensive list of standard features includes power steering, power windows, retractable exterior mirrors, fully automatic air conditioning, dual SRS airbags, corner sensor, ABS with EBD (Electronic Brakeforce Distribution), RISE (Reinforced Impact Safety Evolution) body, ETACS (Electronic Time and Alarm Control System), multiple storage areas, and an extremely flexible three-row seating arrangement.

Priced at RM158, 629.80 (on the road without insurance), the new Grandis offers an impressive list of standard specification including a DVD entertainment system with 8� LCD monitor and 17� alloy wheel.

Colours available are Black Mica, Cool Silver, Medium Purplish-Grey Mica and White Pearl.

In its commitment to quality and reliability, Mitsubishi Motors Malaysia is offering 5 -year warranty or first 100,000km (whichever comes first) and 3-year or 60,000 km Maintenance-Free Programme for the new Grandis. Owners are assured of excellent after-sales support. Owners are provided with �Mitsubishi Assist 24� card which offers a host of privileges including 24-hour roadside assistance.

BMW Concept X6 Video

BMW X6 in 2008?

Based on the X5 platform but way more dynamic and sportier looking, this is BMW's vision for its next Sport Activity Vehicle (SAV) model, tagged as the Concept X6. As with previous showcases of Concept M5 and Concept M3 at motor shows, this 'prototype' will likely make it into showrooms as the new BMW X6 sometime 2008.

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How does this SAV fit into BMW's product range - with the new 2nd generation X5 almost newly launched - remains to be seen...

To view BMW Concept X6 Design Video:

http://newbiecars.blogspot.com/2007/09/bmw-concept-x6-video.html

Brabus Super C-Class W204: BULLIT with 720hp & 1320Nm!

Famed Mercedes-Benz tuner and customiser, BRABUS, has transplanted its ultra-hyper SV 12 S Biturbo engine into the latest W204 C-Class resulting a super high performance sedan called BULLIT.

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Over the past three decades BRABUS has perfected the art of transplanting large and extremely powerful engines into the bodies of small cars. That path led to numerous world records and entries into the Guinness Book of World Records. The BRABUS BULLIT, built in small-series production based on the new Mercedes C-Class sedan, celebrates its world debut at the Frankfurt International Motor Show 2007 as the ultimate wolf in sheep�s clothing.

At the heart of this super saloon BRABUS placed an engine originally designed for the world�s fastest sedan, the BRABUS ROCKET. The implantation of the 6.3L powerhouse into the confines of the W 204 series body is yet more proof for the superiority of BRABUS know-how.

The BRABUS SV12 S Biturbo engine is produced entirely in-house in the state-of-the-art BRABUS engine building shop. Displacement increase to 6.3L with special crankshaft plus longer stroke, enlarged cylinder bore with corresponding larger pistons. Both cylinder heads feature flow-optimized ports and special camshafts. Two high-performance turbochargers with special exhaust manifolds; more efficient intercooling system and BRABUS stainless-steel high-performance exhaust system with low-back-pressure metal catalysts. Newly programmed mapping for engine electronics and on-board diagnostics made these all possible.

The turbocharged twelve-cylinder engine � lubricated like all BRABUS high-performance engines with ARAL Synthetic motor oil � delivers 730ps (720hp) / 537kW of superlative power and 1,320Nm (974 lb-ft) of superlative peak torque. The latter is limited electronically in-car to 1,100Nm (811 lb-ft).

Power is transferred to the rear wheels via a massively modified five-speed automatic transmission and a BRABUS rear locking differential with a locking rate of up to 40 percent. It is available with two different final drive ratios.


The performance figures for the BRABUS BULLIT is ultimate in its class: The executive rocket sprints from 0 � 100 km/h (62 mph) in just 3.9 seconds, reaches 200 km/h (124 mph) after just 10.49 seconds and shatters the 300-km/h (186 mph) barrier after a mere 24.5 seconds. Top speed is more than 360 km/h (224 mph). There are only a very few super sports cars in the world that can hope to match these numbers.

Such performance places special demands on aerodynamic properties, suspension and brakes. Its extra-muscular body was optimized for runs beyond 300 km/h (186mph) in the wind tunnel. Those aggressive arches make room for especially wide BRABUS wheels and YOKOHAMA ADVAN high-performance tyres. The BULLIT runs on size 9.5Jx19 BRABUS Monoblock S light-alloy wheels and size 265/30 ZR 19 tyres on the steering axle. The rear axle features 10Jx19 wheels with size 285/30 ZR 19 tyres.

The suspension too was custom-developed to handle super-power and the weight of the twin-turbo V12 engine. The sporty yet comfortable height-adjustable BRABUS coil-over suspension features ten selectable settings each for bound and rebound, and ensures safe handling in all driving situations. Sport sway bars reduce body roll during fast cornering to a minimum.

The BRABUS high-performance brake system can handle even the most extreme stress. It features 12-piston aluminium fixed calipers on the front axle that grip vented and grooved 380 x 37 mm (15 x 1.46 inches) brake discs. The rear axle stops with 360 x 28 mm (14.2 x 1.1 inches) discs and six-piston aluminium fixed calipers.




Related post:
http://newbiecars.blogspot.com/2007/08/brabus-30th-anniversary.html

Mitsubishi Concept-ZT

Possibly previewing how the next generation Mitsubishi Galant will look like, the Concept-ZT showcase at the upcoming Tokyo International Motor Show seem bent on adopting the 9th generation Lancer's frontal visage and swage lines.

Measuring almost 5metres in length, the sports sedan prototype is powered by Mitsubishi's new 2.2L Clean Diesel Engine mated to its latest robotised twin-clutch Sport Shift Transmission (SST).

Specifications:

Overall length: 4,950 mm
Wheelbase: 2,815 mm
Track (F/R): 1,555/1,555 mm
Engine: Clean diesel engine 2.2L (turbocharged)
Maximum power: 187hp
Maximum torque: 400Nm
Transmission: Twin Clutch SST
Tyres: 255/35R20

All-New Toyota Vios Prices 'Leaked' ahead of Launch in Malaysia

As with most new blockbuster launches from UMW Toyota in Malaysia, prices will be known (estimated) to the car buying public a month or two prior to official launch. The upcoming 2nd(Thai and Singapore markets-only 1st gen Soluna not taken into account) generation Vios is no exception.

Here are the indicative prices (OTR inclusive of insurance):

Vios 1.5S - RM88,600

Vios 1.5G - RM85,300

Vios 1.5E - RM79,200

Apparently, there will be no 1.5J spec Vios for the meantime...only by next year perhaps?

Related posts:

http://newbiecars.blogspot.com/2007/04/toyota-vios-at-bangkok-motor-show-2007.html

http://newbiecars.blogspot.com/2007/04/all-new-2007-toyota-vios-below-rm70k.html

http://newbiecars.blogspot.com/2007/03/all-new-toyota-vios-launched-in-bangkok.html

http://newbiecars.blogspot.com/2007/03/all-new-2007-toyota-vios.html