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VW Golf R-Line previewed in Malaysia – now with 1.5L MHEV engine, 150 PS, 250 Nm

Volkswagen Passenger Cars Malaysia (VPCM) has announced the return of the VW Golf R-Line hatchback variant for the local market.

This unit, assembled locally at the Pekan plant in Pahang, is equipped with a 1.5-liter eTSI mild hybrid (MHEV) engine that delivers 150 PS and 250 Nm of torque.

The engine is paired with a seven-speed DSG transmission featuring shift-by-wire technology.

Acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h is achieved in just 8.6 seconds, with fuel consumption rated at approximately 5.2 liters per 100 km.

In terms of exterior features, the Golf R-Line sports a design that enhances its sporty image, including:

  • 17-inch Coventry alloy wheels
  • R-Line front bumper and grille
  • R-Line rear bumper
  • R-Line side skirts

 

Inside the cabin, highlights include:

  • R-Line black headliner
  • Stainless steel pedals
  • R-Line sporty steering wheel with physical function buttons
  • Carbon Grey R-Line trim on the dashboard and door panels
  • R-Line fabric upholstery for the front seats
  • Artvelours trim on the rear seats

Additionally, the Golf R-Line comes with a 12.9-inch infotainment screen supporting Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, a seven-speaker audio system, IDA voice assistance, paddle shifters, a three-zone automatic climate control system, and Type-C USB charging ports.

The IQ.Drive safety features include:

  • Autonomous Emergency Braking (AEB) with pedestrian and cyclist detection
  • Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) with Travel Assist
  • Rear Cross Traffic Alert (RCTA)
  • Vehicle Exit Warning
  • Driver Attention Monitoring System
  • Park Distance Control, Emergency Assist, Side Assist, and Lane Assist

Currently, VPCM has not announced the official retail price for the Golf R-Line.

EV, NEWS

Volvo Car Malaysia sold 1,953 vehicles in 2024, 30 percent consists of BEVs

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Volvo Car Malaysia wrapped up the year 2024 with a record sales figure of 1,953 vehicles. Of this total, 30 percent were battery electric vehicle (BEV) models, representing an 18 percent increase compared to 2023.

Overall, BEV and plug-in hybrid (PHEV) models accounted for 83 percent of total sales for the year 2024, up from 71 percent the previous year.

This achievement aligns with the brand’s ambition to sell between 90 to 100 percent electric vehicles by 2030.

Less than 20 percent of Volvo Car Malaysia’s total sales were comprised of mild hybrid electric vehicles (MHEV), down from one-third recorded in 2023.

Globally, Volvo Cars reported total sales of 763,389 vehicles, marking an 8 percent increase.

There was a growth in sales within the electric vehicle segment, with 175,194 BEVs and 177,593 PHEV models sold, representing increases of 54 percent and 16 percent, respectively.

In total, 46 percent of Volvo’s global sales were electric vehicles, while BEV sales alone accounted for 23 percent, up from 16 percent in 2023.

For 2025, Volvo Car Malaysia plans to launch another BEV model, the Volvo EX90, a luxurious seven-seater SUV.