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20,000 Bezza cars delivered, 150,900 Perodua Sold YTD with 36.1% market share! Article source: CarSifu
KUALA LUMPUR: Since its launch on July 21, Perodua has registered 20,000 Bezzas which is the automaker's highest ever deliveries achieved within 90 days for a new model.
The Bezza is the national compact carmakers’ first compact sedan, which upper body was designed by Malaysians.
Meanwhile, Perodua sold 150,900 vehicles for the first nine months of the year, capturing an estimated total industry volume (TIV) market share of 36.1 per cent.
“We thank our customers for choosing us as their brand of choice and we give our assurance that we will deliver the Bezza, in particular, with minimal waiting for our customers,” said Perodua president and CEO Datuk Aminar Rashid Salleh.
“On a year-to-year comparison, we are cautiously optimistic that we will further reduce the sales deficit gap which currently stands at 4.2 per cent,” said Aminar said.
For comparison, Perodua sold 157,500 vehicles the first nine months of 2015.
Perodua's not contented with the sales figures and has more tricks to boost sales. They come up with several key initiatives to drive sales in the fourth quarter.
These initiatives include the “Test Drive and Win” contest whereby the winner stands a chance to win a Perodua Bezza Advance (with GearUp accessories); and an opportunity to win a holiday trip to China.
There is also savings for selected Perodua models in October.
In this blog entry, I'm writing about the New Launching of BMW G11 7-series. Unfortunately, I was not invited to the Grand Launch, let alone given Press Kit. All is not lost, I dished out an Article from Autobuzz.my, photos from Autocar UK and links to 4 Paultan.org articles. Enjoy...
Mercedes-Benz, this one is out to get you. The all-new sixth-generation BMW 7-Series unveiled in June 2015 has finally landed in Malaysia, and it’s available in two trims – a 2.0-litre (yes, that wasn’t a typo) 730Li and a 3.0-litre 740Li.
It’s kitted to the brim, complete with BMW’s latest suite of technologies and finest choice of materials. To kick things off, let’s begin with the key fob. Dubbed the BMW Display Key, it’s the world’s first (in the luxury segment) key fob that displays various data such as fuel level, distance to empty, central locking system, windows and glass roof, service prompts, time of day and activate air conditioning/ventilation system within the vehicle – ALL done remotely!
QUICK FACTS
Name
BMW 7-Series 730Li
BMW 7-Series 740Li
Engine
1,998cc; inline-4 cylinder turbo
2,988cc; inline-6 cylinder turbo
Transmission
8-speed ZF automatic with Steptronic
Max Power
258 hp @ 5,000 – 6,500 rpm
326 hp @ 5,500 – 6,500 rpm
Max Torque
400 Nm @ 1,550 – 4,400 rpm
450 Nm @ 1,380 – 5,000 rpm
0 – 100 km/h; Top Speed
250 km/h; 6.3 seconds
250 km/h; 5.6 seconds
Price
RM698,800
RM888,800
In putting that aside, the new 7-Series (codename G11) is stretched by 19mm in overall length (now 5,238mm long), effectively making it the largest-series produced car BMW has ever built in its history. The width, height and wheelbase remain largely the same, although the existing chassis has been completely replaced by a new Carbon Core tub, just like the BMW i8. That said, although the 7-Series’ chassis is built almost out of carbon-fibre reinforced plastic (CFRP; a class-first), the use of aluminium, high-strength steel and magnesium have all been incorporated to give the G11 its core BMW DNA.
EXTERIOR
From the front, both the 730Li and 740Li get full LED headlamps, but the higher-specced limo gets BMW Laser headlights as standard, identifiable by a central blue-tinted horizontal bar. The laser headlights can fire its beam up to 600 metres in high-beam mode, nearly twice the range of modern LED headlights. Another active feature at the front is the kidney grille which can shut and open to either improve aerodynamics or supply cool air when required.
As for the wheels, both variants sit on 19-inch wheels as standard. The only thing different between the two is design, while the front wheels get shod with 245/45 series and the rear, 275/40 series tyres. The rear portion of this brand new limo is a sight to behold, and makes the already handsome fifth-generation model look dated. A long piece of chrome trim runs the length of the car’s rump, further complemented by the LED tail lamps and squared off by the dual exhausts.
INTERIOR
Now, the G11’s interior is nothing short of luxurious, and is home to an array of even more impressive bells and whistles. Features offered as standard on both cars are the high-resolution digital instrument cluster, and in the centre dash rests a 10.25-inch anti-dazzle touchscreen display which can also be operated by the standard iDrive controls. For the first time in a BMW vehicle, there is a 3D infrared camera built into the dashboard which picks up gesture controls. We’re not kidding. By simply waving your hands or twirling your fingers, you can change audio volume or answer and refuse phone calls.
During the entire process of stepping into the car, you can enjoy the class-first Welcome Carpet Light that illuminates the ground so you know you won’t step on gunk that will stain the carpet of your car. It has six different colours, all of which are dimmable and can be operated via the iDrive system. As for the seats themselves (they’re really, really plush), three leather colour options can be selected – Black, Beige and Cognac.
If you’re seated at the back, you’ll have full access to the car’s entertainment system via a huge tablet built to the back of the front-seat head restraint. Controls are operated through an ejectable 7-inch Samsung-made tablet housed within the rear armrest/centre console. There’s a four-zone air conditioning system fitted as standard, with air vents built into the lower side of the B-pillars.
One more thing – the dual-pane panoramic sunroof (retractable also via the controls in the rear bench) called the Sky Lounge comes with LED-based lighting system made of 15,000 lighting elements built into the pano glass itself. So, during the day the cabin will be filled with daylight, and at night you’ll be treated to a fancy lighting system.
PERFORMANCE
Two engines come with the Malaysian 7-Series, one being a turbocharged 2.0-litre four-cylinder lump and the other is an inline-six 3.0-litre engine, also turbocharged with BMW TwinPower Technology. The smaller engine isn’t quite shabby though, making 258 hp and 400 Nm of torque, allowing it to sprint from standstill to 100 km/h in a respectable 6.3 seconds.
Opt for the 740Li and a 326 hp/450 Nm straight-sixer will gladly do any chauffeur duties. It shares the same eight-speed automatic gearbox as the 730Li that powers the rear wheels, but here it manages the century sprint in 5.6 seconds. Both variants, if floored, can reach a top speed of 250 km/h. The 730Li sips about 5.8 litres of fuel per 100km travelled, and the 740Li covers the same length of tarmac with 6.6 litres of petrol.
SAFETY
On the safety side of things, the 7-Series gets BMW Driving Assistant Plus that comes with steering and directional control assistant, Lane Departure Warning Assistant with active side collision protection (functions by continuously detecting vehicles in neighbouring lanes), rear collision prevention and cross-traffic warning built at the front. The good news is, all these safety systems work at speeds up to 210 km/h.
Just like the F48 X1 and F30 LCI, the G11 7-Series comes with the latest BMW ConnectedDrive with Intelligent Emergency Call that can automatically call for help in the event of an accident. The BMW Call Centre will act as the “personal assistant” on the road, and through Remote Services, you can transform your smartphone into a remote control for the vehicle via BMW’s MY Remote app.
WHAT ELSE?
The BMW G11 7-Series is fully imported and pricing starts from RM699k for the 730Li and RM889kfor the 740Li. But here’s the good news. Because BMW is turning 100 this year, both variants will be offered at a celebratory price at RM100k less, meaning the 730Li will go for RM599k and the 740Li at RM789k (both without insurance). Talk about value, eh?
Five exterior colours are offered as standard, but each variant benefits from its own exclusive colour. The 730Li can be finished in Imperial Blue and the 740Li in Jatoba, a brown shade. Every purchase of the 7-Series comes with a 5-year unlimited mileage warranty package, including BMW’s Free Scheduled Service Program and BMW Tyre Warranty Program.
Local automaker, Perodua, has achieved another milestone with over 213,300 vehicles sold in 2015 backed by the continued strong demand for its Axia, Myvi and Alza models.
“2015 was a very challenging year for us with the implementation of the Goods and Services Tax, the weakening Ringgit as well as the slump in oil prices having a big impact to the country’s economy,” Perodua President & CEO, Datuk (Dr) Aminar Rashid Salleh said.
“Because of these challenges, many consumers have decided to ‘buy down’ to a more affordable alternative such as the Axia, which accounted for 99,700 units or 46.7% of Perodua’s entire sales for 2015,” Aminar added. He further said that Perodua was fortunate as its products and services which include Myvi, Alza and Axia, offer the best value for the money for its customers.
“Based on our estimation of the total industry volume of 667,000 in 2015, we believe that our market share is around 32% and we would like to maintain that level of 32% this year with a sales target of 216,000,” Aminar said. However, it looks like cumulative market share for the 2 local car brands will still be below 50% this year as they face stiff competition from the foreign marques. It may bode well for consumers who have more choices but it will be challenging for local automakers like Perodua to keep up.
Nevertheless, Aminar sees the demand momentum for Perodua models to grow this year, assisted by strong sales and marketing efforts as well as further improving its customer experience through all its sales and service network. As factors such as rising living costs and lower consumer sentiments are expected to be prevalent in 2016, Perodua is still in a good market position due to the affordability of its product range.
Based on Perodua’s internal estimates, the total industry volume for 2016 would grow slightly to 670,000 with new product launches taken into account.
“As a result of the higher sales in 2015, Perodua has also seen the largest production of vehicles in our history with 228,500 produced, an increase of 16.3% from 196,400 produced in 2014,” he said. “We are very thankful for all the support that Malaysians have shown us despite the challenging economic situation and we will strive to serve you better in all of our touch-points,” Aminar added.
With the strengthening US Dollar and Japanese Yen (which Perodua pays its purchase of components in), profit margins continue to be stressed. However, this is partly mitigated by buying forward in anticipation of the strengthening foreign currencies. As a result, Perodua is able to maintain the selling price for now. Its increase in local vendor purchases will also mitigate any foreign exchange risks as well as contribute to lower vendor production costs which in turn will benefit Perodua.
Additionally, with the completion of the new PGMSB manufacturing facility, where the bulk of funds were spent (2013-2015: RM 2.8 billion), Perodua forecasts lower capital expenditures of RM370 million in 2016, likely for maintenance and upgrades.
Aminar also shared with us Perodua’s intention to better its JD Powers Customer Satisfaction Index ranking of 9th spot by improving its sales and after-sales services. Perodua’s after-sales business has broken new records with 1.96 million intakes for 2015, an increase of 2.3% from 1.92 million in 2014. “The increase is mainly due to further upgrading of existing service facilities for the comfort of our customers,” Aminar said. As of December 2015, Perodua has 181 sales and 190 service centres nationwide.
Parts and accessories revenue has also created history with revenue sales of RM 248 million for 2015, a 2% increase over 2014’s RM 244 million. To attract more existing Perodua owners whose cars are out of warranty to return to Perodua for genuine parts, Perodua is planning to introduce special deals and budget options.
As such, they expect a higher intake this year with 2 million vehicles patronising its service centres nationwide, while revenue from parts and accessories is expected to grow by 5% to RM 260.2 million. In a further development, Aminar announced that Perodua is planning a retail outlet for pre-owned Perodua vehicles.
“While we are thankful and happy for the results in 2015, Perodua needs to focus on our next transformation phase in order to be ready for the stiffer competition and market liberalisation,” he added.
With that, Aminar announced a reshuffling of key management staff in an effort to boost efficiency. Some of the notable moves include:
Datuk Dr Nik Nazrul Thani as non-executive Chairman of Perodua Sales Sdn Bhd
Dr Zahari Husin as Managing Director of Perodua Sales Sdn Bhd
Mr Zainal Abidin Ahmad as Vice President of Perodua Auto Corporation Sdn Bhd
Datuk Ahmad Suhaimi Hashim as President of Perodua Global Manufacturing Sdn Bhd (PGMSB)
Mr T. Izutani as Vice President of PGMSB
Mr Rozunan Che Pa as Director of Manufacturing for Perodua Manufacturing Sdn Bhd and Perodua Engine Manufacturing Sdn Bhd,
Mr T. Kurinami as Executive Director of Perusahaan Otomobil Kedua Sdn Bhd
Mr Mohd Azman Hj Abdul Rashid as Chief Information Officer of Group Information and Communications Technology, Perusahaan Otomobil Kedua Sdn Bhd
Mr Noor Azarul Amir Ishak as General Manager, Service Operations at Perodua Sales Sdn Bhd
Good news for Diesel Cars such as BMW 320d, Hyundai Santa Fe and Starex. EURO 5 is coming from August onwards. Here's to more quality or choices of diesel cars.
Breaking news! Sources informed paultan.org that BHPetrol has received approval to roll out its Infiniti Euro 5 Diesel fuel in the Klang Valley as early as next month. Apparently, its outlets in the region will carry the fully-imported fuel by the end of August.
Euro 5 diesel has a sulphur content of just 10 parts per million (ppm), compared to 500 ppm for current Euro 2M diesel. On top of that, BHPetrol has added a double dose of German additives.
At the initial launch of the premium fuel last year, Boustead Petroleum Marketing managing director Tan Kim Thiam had hoped that “the introduction of Euro 5 diesel will encourage car companies to introduce vehicles with advanced diesel engines, thus Malaysians will have more choice.”
Now that Euro 5 diesel will be available in the Klang Valley region very soon, could we see more advanced diesel models here? Here’s hoping.
Earlier this month, BHPetrol had announced that it is ready to launch a new grade of petrol, Infiniti RON 97 Euro4M on September 1 at all its stations nationwide.
The 9 brands consists of: Mercedes Benz, Volvo, Kia, Mazda, Mitsubishi, Nissan, Perodua, Subaru and Hyundai. This is my 888th post, do Congratulate me. I'm A bit sad that it's NOT MY ORIGINAL WORK. Sources Clearly stated.
Mercedes Benz Post GST
Prices (Source dsf.my)
The revised price
of each model with GST implementation is as below:
(Please note that all
car prices quoted are for models sold in West Malaysia, under Personal
Registration, and without Insurance)
Model
Price with Sales Tax
Price with GST
Notes
XC90 T5 Executive
RM368,888.00
RM368,888.00
No changes
XC60 T6
RM318,888.00
RM318,888.00
No changes
XC60 T5
RM291,888.00
RM288,888.00
RM3,000.00 reduction
S60 T5
RM268,888.00
RM268,888.00
No changes
S60 T4
RM221,888.00
RM221,888.00
No changes
V40 Cross Country T5
RM202,888.00
RM202,888.00
No changes
V40 T5
RM192,888.00
RM190,888.00
RM2,000.00 reduction
V40 T4
RM176,888.00
RM175,888.00
RM1,000.00 reduction
Above Sourced dsf.my.
Other makes (ALL SOURCED Paultan.org)
Kia: Minimal changes.
Mazda. Revealing their NEW Mazda 3 Skyactiv CKD and Mazda 6 Facelift pricing. major changes are the Mazda 8 at RM2,000 cheaper, Mazda CX5 CKD 4x2 at RM7,000 cheaper.
Mitsubishi, not much changes.
Nissan. CBU Pricing unchanged. Only CKD prices minimal changes.
Perodua. RM95 to RM650 cheaper,
Subaru. Again, minimal difference, Only Major changes is the BRZ. A Whooping RM12,300 cheaper.
LASTLY, Otoreview's EXCLUSIVE. Hyundai POST GST Pricing. For the first time, Revealing the Veloster Turbo and Genesis Price.
That's all folks, thanks for having the time and patience to read this blog entry.
