UMW Toyota Motor has introduced the Toyota Harrier 2.5 Hybrid Electric Vehicle (HEV) in Malaysia, priced from RM289,000. The D-segment SUV is now offered exclusively with a hybrid powertrain, signalling a clear shift in the Harrier line-up towards electrification. For Toyota, this model strengthens its hybrid portfolio in Malaysia, targeting buyers who want lower fuel […]
UMW Toyota Motor (UMWT) opened 2026 with 4,700 vehicles delivered in January, a stable result that reflects sustained demand across its core passenger car and SUV segments despite intensifying competition. The volume is largely underpinned by high-turnover nameplates such as the Vios, Hilux, Corolla Cross and Yaris, which have historically formed the backbone of Toyota’s […]
Toyota has taken a major step in making hybrid mobility more accessible in Malaysia with the launch of the Toyota Vios HEV and Vios HEV GR Sport. Alongside the new models, UMW Toyota Motor (UMWT) has also begun local hybrid battery assembly at its Bukit Raja plant — a move that strengthens local manufacturing while […]
UMW Toyota Motor Sdn Bhd (UMWT) has unveiled the enhanced 2026 Toyota Corolla Cross HEV GR Sport which comes with a tweaked exterior design, a new cabin, and enhanced handling. Fortunately, the RM148,800 pricing remains unchanged. For 2026, the Corolla Cross HEV GR Sport comes with bolder exterior detailing, enhanced driving confidence, and a more […]
The Malaysian automotive market in 2025 once again demonstrated a clear and consistent buying pattern: consumers prioritised affordability, low ownership costs, and proven reliability. This trend was most evident in the year’s top 10 best-selling models, where national brands Perodua and Proton dominated the rankings, while Japanese manufacturers Toyota and Honda maintained a strong foothold […]
UMW Toyota Motor has officially expanded the GR Corolla lineup in Malaysia with the introduction of the 2026 Toyota GR Corolla Automatic Transmission, marking a significant step in making Toyota Gazoo Racing’s motorsport-bred hot hatch more accessible to a wider audience. Pricing: While the GR Corolla has always been positioned as a focused driver’s car, […]
UMW Toyota Motor (UMWT) ended 2025 on a high, posting strong December sales that pushed the company past a significant milestone in the Malaysian automotive market. With 14,284 vehicles delivered in the final month of the year, Toyota’s total sales for 2025 reached 102,417 units, marking the fourth consecutive year the brand has exceeded the […]
For more than 20 years, Toyota has been at the forefront of hybrid technology, long before electrification became an industry buzzword. While many brands are still finding their footing in the hybrid space, Toyota has already perfected it through real-world usage, continuous refinement, and millions of vehicles sold globally. This video takes a closer look […]
In Malaysia’s automotive landscape, few cars carry the same quiet authority as the Toyota Camry 2.5 Hybrid. This is a sedan that has long been associated with ministers, senior executives, and decision-makers—but in 2025, it is also one of the most sensible and future-ready choices you can make for RM250,000. This video explores why the […]
Is the Toyota Corolla Altis still relevant in 2025? In a market now crowded with SUVs and feature-packed newcomers, the Corolla Altis 1.8G quietly continues to do what it has always done best — deliver stress-free, comfortable and dependable motoring. In this video, we take a closer look at the Toyota Corolla Altis 1.8G as […]
