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Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution launched in Malaysia – an Obsession

August 24th, 2008

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Recently, Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution was launched in Malaysia without the ‘X’ symbol in its name.

The Lancer Evo comes with 6-speed Twn Clutch SST (sport shift transmission) which automatically optimizes gear shift timing. The Evo is equip with 18-inch BBS lightweight alloy wheels (weight less than 1kg each), Eiback coil springs, Bilstein shock absorbers, suspensions with Macpherson strut in front and multi-link in the rear, HID (high intensity discharge) head lamps with AFS (adaptive front lighting system), Recaro full bucket front seats, 9-speaker Rckford Fosgate audio system, keyless operating system and sun-roof.

The car is powered by 1,998 cc intercooled turbocharged DOHC MIVEC with max power of 291hp @ 6,500 rpm and Max torque of 366 Nm @ 3,500 rpm.

The special feature of the car, perhaps is its rain sensor.

The price of the car with insurance is RM323,888 OTR.

(Please click at the picture for a better view)

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Related post: Review: Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution X 

Please visit the Mitsubishi Malaysia Official Website: http://www.mitsubishi-motors.com.my/

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New Perodua Myvi 2nd Generation Facelift - Sportier than before

August 24th, 2008

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To remain competitive with the market, Perodua has revive its exisitng Perodua Myvi to a sportier, more solid looks.  The front enhancement involved its new grille implant with more lively logo repositioned in the middle, more brawny look bumper with a large airscoop in the middle and a new smoother bonnet.

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At the back, the bumper looks sportier with a better reflector strips on either corner.

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Interiorly, new feature fabric was installed with a better new trimmed centre console panel dashboard. The obvious enhancement on the cockpit is its new 3 meter feature with a blueish or amberish accents which makes it more expensive than before.

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The new 1.3 Premium edition was added with a few feature and item where firstly, its driver seats height can be adjusted, an additional hook (for hanging plastic bags) and a better glass for preventing transmission of ultraviolet (91% filtered).

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The price of the new Myvi 2nd Generation is slightly higher.  The price inclusive of the insurance are as below.

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There is also a 3 year or 100,000 km factory warranty with an option of Extended Warranty for another 3 years or 75,000 km.

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