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2026 Proton X90 receives one-star ASEAN NCAP rating

The ASEAN New Car Assessment Program (ASEAN NCAP) has officially revoked the five-star rating for the newly launched 2026 Proton X90.

The SUV is now rated only one star due to the removal of the Advanced Driver Assistance Systems (ADAS) in the updated model.

In 2023, the Proton X90 received a five-star rating with an overall score of 83.79 points, covering the following performance areas:

  • Adult Passenger Protection (37.75/40.00)
  • Child Protection (17.79/20.00)
  • Safety Assistance (15.71/20.00)
  • Motorcycle Rider Safety (12.50/20.00)

Reduction in safety features

ASEAN NCAP found that a significant portion of the ADAS technology assessed in 2023 has been removed from the X90 2026, including:

  • Autonomous Emergency Braking (AEB)
  • Forward Collision Warning (FCW)
  • Lane Departure Warning (LDW)
  • Lane Keeping Assistance (LKA)
  • Rear Cross Traffic Alert (RCTA)
  • Blind Spot Monitoring (BSM)

Under the ASEAN NCAP 2021-2025 Protocol, a vehicle’s star rating will be limited if it performs poorly in any single category.

The removal of these technologies caused the Safety Assistance (SA) score to drop to a four-star level.

Meanwhile, the Motorcycle Rider Safety (MS) category, which heavily relies on Blind Spot Detection, has drastically fallen to one star.

As a result, the overall rating for the Proton X90 is now limited to just one star.

2023-2025 Proton X90 still rated five stars

ASEAN NCAP confirmed that the X90 models manufactured between 2023 and 2025 still retain their five-star rating.

This is because the mentioned models are still equipped with the ADAS technologies mandated by the 2021-2025 evaluation protocols.

According to Prof. Madya Ir. Ts. Dr. Siti Zaharah binti Ishak, the Director-General of MIROS, “We are deeply disappointed by Proton’s decision to remove life-saving ADAS technologies from this new facelift model.

“To protect consumers and maintain the integrity of safety standards, we had no choice but to revoke the five-star rating.

“This serves as a reminder to all manufacturers: safety is not something to be compromised.

“Do not sacrifice proven safety technologies for mere external luxury, such as infotainment systems or leather upholstery,” she added.

Ts. Yahaya Ahmad, the Technical Head of ASEAN NCAP, further stated, “Blind Spot Detection (BSD) is a critical weighting factor in our Motorcycle Safety (MS) category.

“The removal of it, along with other advanced aids, has stripped away the points that previously granted the X90 its highest rating.

“ASEAN NCAP will continue to monitor all evaluated manufacturers, and we will not hesitate to revoke the ratings of any brand that neglects vehicle safety after assessments are made.”

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Perodua QV-E receives five-star ASEAN NCAP rating

ASEAN NCAP has announced that Perodua’s first electric SUV, the QV-E, has achieved a five-star rating in its newly launched vehicle assessment tests.

Based on these tests, the Perodua QV-E attained an impressive overall score of 88.36 points across four categories:

  • Adult Occupant Protection (AOP) – 36.63/40.00
  • Child Occupant Protection (COP) – 16.73/20.00
  • Safety Assistance (SA) – 20.00/20.00
  • Motorcycle Safety (MS) – 15.00/20.00

 

The Perodua QV-E is a segment B electric SUV available in a single variant, offering standard features such as six airbags, Electronic Stability Control (ESC), ABS, Seat Belt Reminder (SBR) for both front and rear passengers, a rear passenger detection system, ISOFIX anchor points, and a Child Presence Detection (CPD) system.

This electric vehicle is also equipped with advanced safety features including Autonomous Emergency Braking (AEB), Lane Departure Warning (LDW), Forward Collision Warning (FCW), Lane Keeping Assist (LKA), Blind Spot Detection (BSD), and High Beam Assistance (AHB).

The Perodua QV-E is priced starting at RM80,000 excluding insurance, while the battery leasing package starts from RM275 per month over a period of nine years.

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MGS5 EV receives five-star rating from ASEAN NCAP

ASEAN NCAP has announced that the MG MGS5 EV SUV has received a five-star rating in its new vehicle assessment tests.

Based on the evaluation, the MGS5 EV achieved an impressive overall score of 92.39 points across the following four categories:

  • Adult Occupant Protection (AOP) – 37.90/40.00
  • Child Occupant Protection (COP) – 16.99/20.00
  • Safety Assistance (SA) – 20.00/20.00
  • Motorcycle Safety (MS) – 17.50/20.00

 

The MGS5 EV is a segment C electric crossover with five seats that offers a range of safety features including seven airbags, ABS, seatbelt reminders, and a rear passenger detector.

Advanced safety features available include Autonomous Emergency Braking (AEB) for City, Inter-Urban, Pedestrian & Motorcycle scenarios, Blind Spot Detection (BSD), High Beam Assistance (AHB), Lane Departure Warning (LDW), Forward Collision Warning (FCW), and Lane Keeping Assistance (LKA).

Malaysians can purchase the MGS5 EV starting at a price of RM107,900 for the Com variant, RM117,900 for the Com Long Range variant, and RM127,900 for the Lux Long Range variant.

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GAC Emkoo earns 5-star rating from ASEAN NCAP

ASEAN NCAP has announced that GAC’s latest SUV, the 2025 Emkoo has received a five-star rating in its new vehicle assessment tests.

Based on the evaluation, the GAC Emkoo achieved an overall score of 84.96 points, assessed across the following four categories:

  • Adult Occupant Protection (AOP) – 37.88/40.00
  • Child Occupant Protection (COP) – 16.01/20.00
  • Safety Assistance (SA) – 18.57/20.00
  • Motorcycle Safety (MS) – 12.50/20.00

 

The model, manufactured in Malaysia and China, comes standard with key safety features, including six airbags, Electronic Stability Control (ESC), Anti-lock Braking System (ABS), and Seat Belt Reminder (SBR) for both front and rear passengers.

Additionally, it includes advanced safety features such as Autonomous Emergency Braking (AEB), Lane Departure Warning (LDW), Forward Collision Warning (FCW), Lane Keeping Assistance (LKA), Automatic High Beam (AHB), and Pedestrian Protection (PP).

Depending on the variant, the GAC Emkoo is also equipped with Blind Spot Detection (BSD) technology and a Rear Passenger Reminder.

For the Malaysian market, the GAC Emkoo will be launched soon and will be available in two variants: Premium (priced from RM120,000) and Premium Pro (from RM130,000).

It is powered by a 1.5-liter turbo engine that generates 177 PS at 5,500 rpm and 270 Nm at 1,400-5,000 rpm, paired with a seven-speed DCT transmission.

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Toyota Yaris Cross earns 5-star rating in ASEAN NCAP

ASEAN NCAP has announced that Toyota Yaris Cross has successfully achieved a five-star rating in the new vehicle assessment tests conducted.

In the evaluation, the Toyota Yaris Cross received an overall score of 83.02 points, assessed based on four categories:

  • Adult Occupant Protection (AOP) – 36.36/40.00
  • Child Occupant Protection (COP) – 17.32/20.00
  • Safety Assistance (SA) – 16.89/20.00
  • Motorcycle Safety (MS) – 12.21/20.00

Depending on the market, the Toyota Yaris Cross, specially designed for the ASEAN market (excluding Singapore, which receives the TNGA Yaris Cross model), is equipped with standard safety features such as six airbags, Electronic Stability Control (ESC), ABS, seatbelt reminder (SBR) for front and rear passengers, and pedestrian protection technology.

Several advanced functions are also included, such as Autonomous Emergency Braking (AEB), Blind Spot Detection (BSD) for both left and right sides, Lane Departure Warning (LDW), Forward Collision Warning (FCW), Lane Keeping Assistance (LKA), and Automatic High Beams (AHB).

Take a look at the image above. Malaysia is listed in the production schedule dedicated to the ASEAN market.

Does this mean the Yaris Cross will be arriving in Malaysia soon?

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Proton e.MAS 7 achieves five-star score in ASEAN NCAP

Coinciding with the official launch of the Proton e.MAS 7 electric SUV in the Malaysian market, the ASEAN NCAP organization also announced the score achieved by this SUV in the new vehicle assessment tests that were conducted.

Overall, the e.MAS 7 successfully earned a five-star score with a total of 92.57 points.

As Proton’s first electric vehicle, it was evaluated based on the following four categories:

  • Adult Occupant Protection (AOP) – 39.00/40.00
  • Child Occupant Protection (COP) – 17.32/20.00
  • Safety Assistance (SA) – 20.00/20.00
  • Motorcycle Safety (MS) – 16.25/20.00

Standard features of the e.MAS 7 include six airbags, Electronic Stability Control (ESC), Anti-lock Braking System (ABS), and Seat Belt Reminder (SBR).

Advanced safety features included are city and inter-urban Autonomous Emergency Braking (AEB), Blind Spot Detection (BSD), High Beam Assist (HBA), Forward Collision Warning (FCW), Lane Keeping Assistance (LKA), Lane Departure Warning (LDW), Rear Cross Traffic Alert (RCTA), and Rear Cross Traffic Braking (RCTB).

The Proton e.MAS 7 is equipped with a single electric motor that produces 218 PS/320 Nm, paired with two options for LFP battery packs: 49.52 kWh (with a range of 345 km) or 60.22 kWh (with a range of 410 km).

The selling price of the e.MAS 7 starts at RM105,800 for a limited time.

2025 Proton e.MAS 7 – 2 variants, range up to 410 km, starting at RM105,800
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Neta V scores zero stars in ASEAN NCAP

The New Car Assessment Program for Southeast Asian Countries (ASEAN NCAP) has announced that the Neta V has received a zero-star rating in an assessment conducted at the MIROS Provisional CRASE Crash Centre (PC3).

According to ASEAN NCAP, the Neta V is the first electric vehicle (EV) to be tested at the facility, as well as the first model to receive a zero-star rating under the ASEAN NCAP 2021-2025 protocol.

Launched in Malaysia in October last year, the EV scored a total of 28.55 points, comprising 7.89 points for Adult Occupant Protection (AOP), 13.51 points for Child Occupant Protection (COP), 7.14 points for Safety Assistance (SA), and 0 points for Motorcyclist Safety (MS).

The Neta V, which is also marketed in Brunei, Indonesia, and Thailand, comes equipped with two airbags, a seatbelt reminder system for the driver, an anti-lock braking system (ABS), and electronic stability control (ESC) as standard.

In the front offset collision test for the AOP category, the Neta V received no points as the driver received poor protection on the head, neck, chest, and right leg.

In the side impact test, it scored only 6.31 out of 8.00 points, as the crash test dummy received marginal protection for the chest. The absence of Head Protection Technology (HPT) resulted in a score of zero for this assessment.

In the dynamic assessment for the COP category, the Neta V performed well in both frontal offset and side impact tests. However, it received low marks for the installation of Child Restraint System (CRS). Although it is equipped with Isofix and a top tether, more than half of the CRS recommended by ASEAN NCAP were found to be difficult to install.

The electric hatchback also lacks features such as Autonomous Emergency Braking (AEB), Forward Collision Warning (FCW), Lane Keep Assist (LKA), and Lane Departure Warning (LDW).

Making things worse, all evaluated technologies under the MS category, including Blind Spot Technology (BST), Auto High Beam (AHB), and Pedestrian Protection (PP), are also absent.

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Why ASEAN NCAP’s score is important for choosing a safe family car?

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In school, exam scores in any examination are indicative of a student’s performance.

Similarly, the score obtained through the New Car Assessment Programme (NCAP) is crucial.

In the ASEAN NCAP, a modern car is evaluated through four main scopes, namely Adult Occupant Protection (AOP), Child Occupant Protection (COP), Safety Assist (SA), and Motorcycle Safety (MS).

This means that, in addition to evaluating the vehicle’s chassis safety aspects, the ASEAN NCAP also assesses the effectiveness of advanced safety assistance systems that are incorporated.

Higher scores indicate a more comprehensive level of safety offered by a manufacturer.

The scores issued by the ASEAN NCAP can serve as a guide for consumers to determine the value-for-money vehicle models.

Furthermore, nowadays buyers are increasingly conscious of considering the purchase of safer cars.

Did you know that one of the five-star ASEAN NCAP rated cars that is highly recommended for ownership is the Chery Omoda 5?

Since its launch in July 2023, the Omoda 5 has been the best-selling Chery model in the Malaysian market.

With a complete specifications package and affordable price (starting from RM108,800), the Chery Omoda 5 also offers a comprehensive list of safety features as standard for all variants.

Passive safety features such as ABS, EBD, Brake Assist, Electronic Stability Program (ESP), Traction Control (TC), Hill-Start Assist Control (HAC), Hill Descent Control (HDC), and not forgetting the Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) are included.


What’s more, both variants are equipped with Level 2 ADAS system, comprising the following functions such as Lane Departure Warning (LDW), Blind Spot Monitoring (BSD), Rear Cross Traffic Alert (RCTA), Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) with Low Speed Follow (LSF), Forward Collision Warning (FCW), Lane Keep Assist (LDP), and Traffic Jam Assist (TJA).

With the advanced safety features mentioned earlier, it’s no surprise that this popular SUV has successfully achieved a five-star ASEAN NCAP rating as recently announced.

Not only that, the Chery Omoda 5 also achieved the highest score in its segment, accumulating 88.64 points, covering the four assessment scopes:
• Adult Occupant Protection (AOP) – 36.77/40.00
• Child Occupant Protection (COP) – 17.36/20.00
• Safety Assist (SA) – 19.51/20.00
• Motorcycle Safety (MS) – 15.00/20.00.

The Chery Omoda 5 has shown outstanding performance in front and side impact tests to ensure the safety of adult and child occupants.

The advanced safety features in this SUV have also been proven to ensure the safety of other road users.

In addition to the ASEAN NCAP, the Chery Omoda 5 has also received a five-star rating from Euro NCAP and Australia NCAP. This demonstrates Chery’s commitment to producing a safer, reliable, and affordable vehicle for daily use.

Take the first step to protect yourself and your family’s safety by visiting the Chery Omoda 5 website at https://www.chery.my/model/omoda-5/

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Chery Omoda 5 awarded 5-star for the ASEAN NCAP rating

CHERY Malaysia is proud to announce that the Chery OMODA 5 has achieved the coveted 5-star rating in the New Car Assessment Programme for Southeast Asian Countries (ASEAN NCAP) safety evaluation.

This outstanding recognition underscores Chery’s unwavering commitment to delivering superior safety and quality in its vehicles.

The current ASEAN NCAP 2021–2025 assessment protocol encompasses four assessment domains, with Adult Occupant Protection (AOP) covering 40.00 points of the overall score, and Child Occupant Protection (COP), Safety Assist Technology (SA), and Motorcyclist Safety (MS) each contributing 20.00 points of the overall score.

The Chery OMODA 5 is the first model under the Chery brand to be evaluated by the ASEAN NCAP. In this assessment, the OMODA 5 demonstrated a strong commitment to vehicle safety, achieving a total score of 88.64 points and earning a prestigious 5-Star ASEAN NCAP rating.

The breakdown includes 36.77 points for Adult Occupant Protection (AOP), 17.36 points for Child Occupant Protection (COP), 19.51 points for Safety Assist (SA), and 15.00 points for the Motorcyclist Safety (MS) category.

Highlights of the Chery OMODA 5’s Safety Performance:

  • Frontal Impact: The OMODA 5 successfully passed the ASEAN NCAP frontal collision test, which simulates a crash where the car hits a barrier at 64 km/h with a partial front impact. In the test, dummies representing an average adult male are placed in the driver and front passenger seats, while two child dummies—a 3-year-old and a 1.5-year-old— are secured in the back seats. This test confirmed that the vehicle provides effective protection for the driver, front passenger, and children in the event of a collision.
  • Side Impact Test: The OMODA 5 successfully passed the ASEAN NCAP side impact test, which evaluates how well it protects occupants during a side collision. In this test, amoving barrier hits the side of the vehicle at 50 km/h. A dummy representing an adult driver is placed in the front seat, while two child dummies—a 3-year-old and a 1.5-year-old—are seated in the back. The results confirmed that the vehicle provides strong protection for the driver and child passengers in the event of a side impact collision.
  • Pedestrian Protection Test: The Chery OMODA 5 also received top score in pedestrian protection, a critical aspect of the ASEAN NCAP evaluation, ensuring the safety of all road users.
  • Blind Spot Detection Assessment: A critical safety feature, Blind Spot Detection ensures areas the driver cannot see are monitored. The Chery OMODA 5 excelled in this area, achieving a perfect score for detecting blind spots on both the driver and passenger sides of the vehicle.

“Achieving the ASEAN NCAP safety rating is a testament to our continuous commitment to safety, innovation, and most of all to our customers. This rating is not just a badge of honour; it is a promise to our customers that our OMODA 5 cars are built with your safety in mind as our highest priority,” said Michael Chew Chery Malaysia Vice President.

Chew added that the rigorous testing and evaluation process by ASEAN NCAP covered various aspects of vehicle safety, including adult occupant protection, child occupant protection, safety assist technologies, and motorcyclist safety.

“OMODA 5’s high scores across the four categories demonstrate our comprehensive approach to safety and our dedication to continuous improvement,” said Chew during the media announcement of the Chery OMODA 5 ASEAN NCAP in Kuala Lumpur.

The Chery OMODA 5’s advanced safety features played a pivotal role in achieving this recognition. These features encompass multiple airbags, advanced driver assistance systems (ADAS), electronic stability control (ESC), anti-lock braking system (ABS), and more.

Together, they form a robust safety network designed to protect occupants and help prevent accidents.

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Mitsubishi XFORCE achieves five-star rating in ASEAN NCAP test

ASEAN NCAP has announced that Mitsubishi’s latest SUV, the XFORCE has successfully obtained a five-star rating in the assessment test for new vehicles conducted recently.

Based on the test results, the Mitsubishi XFORCE scored a total of 79.15 points, evaluated across four categories as follows:

  • Adult Occupant Protection (AOP) – 34.89/40.00
  • Child Occupant Protection (COP) – 17.03/20.00
  • Safety Assist (SA) – 14.85/20.00
  • Motorcycle Safety (MS) – 12.39/20.00

As standard, the Mitsubishi XFORCE comes equipped with features such as four airbags, ABS, Electronic Stability Control (ESC), seatbelt reminder for front and rear passengers, and pedestrian protection technology.

Additionally, it also offers safety aids like Autonomous Emergency Braking (AEB), Blind Spot Detection (BSD), Forward Collision Warning (FCW), and Automatic High Beam (AHB) assistance.

The Mitsubishi XFORCE is powered by a 1.5-liter inline-four engine producing 103 hp and 141 Nm of torque, paired with a CVT transmission and front-wheel drive.

Even though it operates with a 2WD system only, the XFORCE still possesses typical off-road SUV features, including a ground clearance of 222 mm, approach angle of 21 degrees, departure angle of 35 degrees, and four driving modes (Normal, Gravel, Mud, Wet).