LUXURIOUSLY SPORTY

So besides the word sports and its obvious meaning of being sporty, what is different with this one? To spot them, let us take a look at what is inside. For the engine, it uses the Toyota 1UR-FSE All-Aluminium V8 engine, displacing about 4,608 CC which Lexus claims to rival 5.0-litre engines in power but with a savvy consumption of fuel at 3.5-liter levels. Without any modifications, it puts out a max power of 380 HP at 6,400 RPM and a max torque of 492Nm at 4,100 RPM. 

"The experience will remind you of Lexus's consistent approach to designing their sedans"

Lexus Malaysia proudly announced its two additions at the luxury level on Jan. 13th, starting with the Lexus LS 460. At first glance, it might not blow you away immediately but upon sitting in the generously spaced cabin of the Lexus LS460, the experience will remind you of Lexus’s consistent approach to designing their sedans. Spacious, comfortable but most importantly, it is quiet. With the traffic conditions of KL, our cars could be our home away from home and the last thing that you would want is an irritable drive back home.

Compact Crossover for 2010

Mitsubishi has announced that it will be unveiling its new compact crossover, the Mitsubishi ASX, at the 80th Geneva International Motor Show this March. The ASX, which was made to target the Ford Kuga and Peugeot 3008 in Europe, is in fact, the European counterpart of the RVR which is scheduled to go on sale in Japan, somewhere in early February. Since the only available pictures are mostly of the exterior of the ASX, features a fierce looking front design that encompasses the current feel seen in the latest EVO. The ASX and the RVR sport minor differences as shown in the digitally enhanced photos. The most prominent differences would have to be the black finish on the ASX’s front and rear bumper inserts, grille and rocker panels as well as the addition of the turning signals on the side mirrors which are absent on the RVR.

With this motor show only happening once every two years, you can rest assured, when the Dubai International Motor Show arrived; it was definitely worth the wait. Automotive brands such as BMW, Mini, Lexus, Volkswagen, Ford, Mercedes Benz, Aston Martin and Bentley anticipate their wait to make their splash, ready to impress. It is to no secret that success in the UAE/Gulf market derives from the willingness of consumers to spend, not just for luxurious vehicles but also one that is efficient for value.

The Nissan Sylphy Luxury Navigation Package is now available in Malaysia, sporting a 7” in-dash truecolour touchscreen LCD WVGA (800x400). Map coverage of Malaysia and Singapore is available in 3D junction view and 2.5D building view with languages including English, BM, Cantonese, Mandarin, Thai, Japanese and Korean. Other features include an audio and video player via SD card and USB drive as well as serving as a reverse camera system with night vision compensation that activates automatically when the car is set in reverse.