"Limited Edition" Nissan Navara King Cab 4x4 - Full Press Release

Edaran Tan Chong Motor Sdn Bhd (ETCM) today announced the arrival of the Limited Edition Nissan Navara King Cab 4X4. This new body-style is a first for the Pick-up segment in Malaysia, catering to users who require both in-cabin and rear cargo storage.

To facilitate its class-leading in-cabin storage capabilities, the Nissan Navara King Cab comes with rear access doors that enable items to be stored from either side of the vehicle. These unique rear access doors also open wide (up to 90°). Along with pillar-less door openings, access to the cabin is very easy. Compared to the Navara Double Cab, the new King Cab also has a larger rear cargo bed.

Like any Navara 4X4 M/T model, the new King Cab also features the electronically controlled “Shift-on-the-Fly” 4WD system which allows the shifting between 2WD and 4WD modes without having to stop the vehicle, as well as a 6-speed Manual Transmission.

“We are introducing the Nissan Navara King Cab to challenge the perception that two-seater Pick-Ups are utilitarian workhorses. Through a combination of secure interior storage, good looks, class-leading power and cabin comfort, we expect the King Cab to set new benchmarks in the Pick Up segment,” said Azman Badrillah, the Director of Auto Dunia Sdn Bhd the authorized importer.

“2010 marks a significant milestone for the Nissan brand in Malaysia as we achieved our highest sales record for the past 25 years with 32,998 units delivered to our valued customers” said Dato’ Dr Ang Bon Beng, the Executive Director of ETCM, adding that the company is expecting to further increase its sales in Malaysia with the introduction of more new models this year.

The Nissan Navara is highly rated for its toughness, off-road capabilities and comfort across the world. Since its November 2008 launch in Malaysia, the Mother Trucker has garnered prestigious awards, as below.

• Best Value for Money Pickup Truck, Asian Auto – VCA Auto Industry Awards 2009 and 2010.

• Winner – Pickup Category, Autocar Asean Car of The Year Awards 2009.

• The Best Speed Bump Killer - NewMan RPM Awards 2009.

The Nissan Navara King Cab is available in four colour variants namely Tungsten Silver, Twilight Grey, Brilliant White and Supreme Black.

The on-the-road price (inclusive of insurance, road tax, registration fee and ownership claim fee) for Peninsular Malaysia is RM 82,800.00. The Nissan Navara King Cab 6 M/T 4X4 comes with a 3-year or 100,000 km warranty (whichever comes first).

 

 

Source: Auto Insider Malaysia

New Mitsubishi Lancer one of the safest!

Mitsubishi Lancer ANCAP Safety results.

 

Overall Score 31.56 out of 37

Variant: ES Sedan Kerb weight: 1310 kg Front Offset Built: 01/01/07

Engine: 2 litre, 5 speed manual Category: Small Car Side Impact Built: 01/01/07

Offset crash test at 64km/hr

 

Lancer Injury Measurements 

 

The tested model of Mitsubishi Lancer was introduced in Australia and New Zealand during 2007. Dual front airbags and a driver knee airbag are standard equipment. Antilock brakes (ABS), electronic brake distribution (EBD) and electronic stability control (ESC) are also standard. Side airbags and head-protecting side curtains are standard on all New Zealand variants and the Australian VR and VRX variants. They are optional on the ES variants in Australia. Intelligent seat belt reminders are fitted to both front seats. The front seat belt buckles are mounted on the seats and the upper anchorages are adjustable. These features improve the fit of the seat belt. Pretensioners are fitted to the front seat belts to reduce slack in the event of a crash. A three point seat belt is fitted to the centre rear seat. This provides better protection than a two point (lap) seat belt.

 

Overall Evaluation: 4 Stars

 

The Lancer scored 15.56 out of 16 in the offset crash test. The passenger compartment held its shape well. There was a slight risk of serious chest injury for the driver. All other injury measurements were good. The vehicle scored 14 out of 16 in the side impact crash test. All injury measurements were good but the chest score was reduced due to unrealistic loading of the dummy’s pelvis.

 

Mitsubishi Lancer Frontal Offset Crash Test

 

Body region scores out of 4 points each: Head/neck 4 pts, chest 3.56 pts, upper legs 4 pts, lower legs 4 pts. The passenger compartment held its shape well in the offset crash test. The accelerator pedal moved rearwards by 86 mm. The clutch pedal moved upwards 24 mm. The steering wheel hub moved 14mm forward, 22 mm upward and 19 mm sideways. The front (“A”) pillar moved 15 mm rearwards. All doors remained closed during the crash. After the crash the driver’s door could be opened with normal effort. The airbag cushioned the head of the driver and contact was stable. The knee airbag protected the driver’s knees from the risk of additional injury. The passenger’s head was cushioned by the airbag.

 

Side Impact Crash Test

 

Body region scores out of 4 points each: Head 4 pts, chest 2 pts, abdomen 4 pts, pelvis 4 pts. The vehicle was not eligible for a Pole Impact Test since it did not have head-protecting side airbags as standard. This test can earn eligible vehicles an extra two points. A separate ANCAP rating is available for the curtain-equipped Lancer.

 

Pedestrian rating(v4.1)

 

The majority of adult and child head impacts scored partial points. The vehicle received zero points for the upper leg tests, and performed fairly well in the full leg to bumper tests. The tested bumper design applies to Lancers built from July 2008 (earlier builds were also 2 stars). Child head impacts 6.37 Adult head impacts 3.81 Upper leg impacts Zero Lower leg impacts 5.44 Total (out of 36) 15.62

 

 

 

Mitsubishi ASX (2WD) 2010 on ANCAP Crash Test

Occupant Protection Score	34.13
Pedestrian Protection Rating	Pending
Make	Mitsubishi
Model	ASX (2WD) 2010 on
Category	Compact SUV
Body Type	SUV
Variant	2WD
Tested Vehicles Built	2010
Airbags (if supplied)	Front + side + head + knee airbags
Engine size	2 L
Kerb Weight	1360 kg
Test Date	9 July 2010
Tested By	ANCAP

 

Model History and Safety Features

The tested model of Mitsubishi ASX was introduced in Australia during 2010. This rating applies to the two-wheel-drive variant.

Dual front airbags, side airbags, head-protecting side curtains and knee airbags are standard equipment.

Antilock brakes (ABS), electronic brake distribution (EBD) and electronic stability control (ESC) are also standard. Advanced seat belt reminders are fitted to both front seats.

Pretensioners are fitted to the front seat belts to reduce slack in the event of a crash. A three point seat belt is fitted to the centre rear seat. This provides better protection than a two point (lap) seat belt.

 

OCCUPANT PROTECTION: 5 Stars

The ASX scored 14.13 out of 16 in the offset crash test. The passenger compartment held its shape well. Protection from serious leg injury was marginal for the driver.

The vehicle scored 16 out of 16 in the side impact crash test and a further 2 points in the optional pole test.

 

FRONTAL OFFSET CRASH TEST

Body region scores out of 4 points each: Head/neck 4 pts, chest 3.90 pts, upper legs 4 pts, lower legs 2.22 pts.

The passenger compartment held its shape well in the offset crash test. The clutch pedal moved rearwards by 112 mm and upwards 69 mm. The steering wheel hub moved 22mm forward, 33mm downward and 13 mm sideways. The front ("A") pillar moved 1 mm rearwards. All doors remained closed during the crash. After the crash all doors could be opened with normal effort.

The airbag cushioned the head of the driver and contact was stable. The knee airbag protected the driver's knees. The passenger's head was cushioned by the airbag.

 

SIDE IMPACT CRASH TEST

Body region scores out of 4 points each: Head 4 pts, chest 4 pts, abdomen 4 pts, pelvis 4 pts.

The vehicle was eligible for an optional pole impact test. The manufacturer decided to go ahead with the pole test and the vehicle earned a further two points.

Modifiers - Offset test scores Head - No deduction Chest - No deduction Upper leg Variable & conc. loading - No deduction Lower leg - No deduction Foot score Blocked brake pedal - Score 3.31 points
Note: Steering column and pedal movements are measured relative to the driver's seat.
Other Modifiers Chest - No deduction Safety Features Driver airbag S Antilock (ABS) brakes / Electronic brake distribution S/S/X Passenger front airbag S Electronic stability control (ESC, VSC, DSc, ESP, VSA) S# Side airbags, front seats - chest protection S 3 point centre rear seat belt S Side airbags, front seats - head protection S Active head restraints - front seats X Side airbags, rear seats - head protection S Intelligent seat belt reminder - driver S Intelligent seat belt reminder - front passenger S Driver knee airbag S Front/rear seat belt pretensioners S/X Rear seat belt status indicator X Key: √ = Fitted to vehicle that was crash tested (where not standard) S = standard on all models S* = Standard for petrol models but not available for LPG models until 1 May 2009 O = optional on base variant. May be standard on higher variants V = not available on base variant but standard or optional on higher variants X = not available on any variant. * = not available on the Australian model # ESC required by ANCAP for 5 star rating from 2008. Injury Measurements Refer to the information sheet "How the tests are done" Offset Crash Test at 64 km/h (v4.1) Side Impact Crash at 50 km/h (v4.1) Driver Passenger Driver Head HIC 224 143 37 Acceleration (g for 3ms) 35.1 29.5 24.1  Head Injury Criterion (HIC) is a measure of the potential for head injury. At a HIC of 1000 one in 6 adults will suffer from life-threatening injury to their brain.   Neck Shear (kN) 0.38 0.57 - Tension (kN) 1.12 0.64 - Extension (Nm) 12.8 14.3 -   Chest Acceleration (g for 3ms) 35.00 29.30 - Compression (mm) 22.67 20.00 9.30 Viscous Criterion (m/s) 0.06 0.07 0.03 Chest compression of 75 or more, or chest acceleration of 90 or more indicates poor protection from serious chest injury. Abdomen Force (kN) 0.62 Pelvis Force (kN) 1.68   Upper Legs Force Left (kN) 10.6 0.34 Force Right (kN) 1.23 0.69 Knee Disp. Left (mm) 1.39 0.23 Knee Disp. Right (mm) 0.53 0.13 An upper leg axial force of 10.9 or more indicates poor protection from serious upper leg (femur) injury. Lower Legs Force Left (kN) 2.54 1.34 Force Right (kN) 2.13 1.06 Index (upper/lower) Left 0.41/0.80 0.36/0.23 Index (upper/lower) Right 0.32/0.43 0.27/0.19 A lower leg index of 1.2 or more indicates poor protection from serious lower leg (tibia) injury. Bonus points (maximum 5): Pole test: 2 pts Seat belt reminders: 2

MITSUBISHI ASX 2WD REVIEWS

OVERVIEW:

Mitsubishi's new ASX is the baby brother to the popular Outlander SUV (with which it shares its platform).

Marketed as a versatile urban compact ‘crossover’, and available in both all-wheel-drive and front-wheel drive configurations, the 2WD tested here combines SUV style and practicality with a conventional hatchback drive-train.

INTERIOR

• Quality: The ASX's dash pad is trimmed in a nicely textured black plastic; steering wheel and gearknob are finished in smooth leather. All cabin fittings are solid and well-finished and free of rattles.

• Comfort: The front seats offer decent support, and legroom and headroom is good. The rear bench is similarly spacious, although the ASX's narrow width is a bit tight for three adults abreast.

• Equipment: The base ASX 2WD is fitted with 16-inch alloys, four-speaker stereo with USB input and iPod compatibility, cruise control, power windows, power mirrors and climate control.

• Storage: At 416 litres, the boot has enough room for a pram and the weekly shopping. Boot space expands to 1193 litres with rear seats folded flat.

ON THE ROAD

• Driveability: The 2.0 petrol requires plenty of revs when merging onto highways, but despite its lowish output, the ASX doesn't feel underpowered. The five-speed manual has a smooth shifter and a light clutch, but could use another gear to make the most of the 2.0 litre's power.
  
  The ASX's rising beltline can impede over-the-shoulder vision, but the large wing mirrors compensate. It is easy to manoeuvre around town with a tight 10.6 metre turning circle.

• Refinement: There is some wind noise from the large wing mirrors, however the ASX is generally quite well-isolated at speed. The higher-profile rubber of the base model helps give a quiet, smooth ride.

• Suspension: Independently sprung at all four corners, the ASX has a soft higway ride but can be slightly fidgety on choppy suburban tarmac.

• Braking: There are disc brakes at each corner. Braking is smooth and without the ‘grabbiness’ of some European crossovers.

SAFETY

• ANCAP rating: 5 Stars

• Safety features: The ASX has seven airbags (front, front side, driver's knee and curtain), three-point seatbelts, ABS, EBD, brake assist, traction control and stability control as standard.

HOW IT COMPARES | VALUE FOR MONEY

• Nissan Dualis ST  - Currently the best-value compact SUV in terms of size and spec, the Dualis nevertheless is a little underpowered and has a tighter rear cabin than the ASX.

• Suzuki SX4 4WD - Suzuki's SX4 may be the smallest in this bunch, but it's also the cheapest and packs AWD to boot. Niceties like keyless ignition help offset the Suzuki's smaller cabin.

• Toyota RAV4 CV 2WD  - The RAV4 feels the biggest both inside and out, and its 2.4 litre 125kW/224Nm petrol engine is most powerful of this group. The downside? It's expensive.

• Hyundai ix35 Active - The MY2011 ix35 Active offers a high level of standard equipment, but the ride is harsh and rearward vision compromised by its edgy design.
  

TMR VERDICT | OVERALL

The compact SUV segment is a crowded one, and covers a broad spectrum from 'budget' to 'premium'. Mitsubishi's ASX 2WD is priced at the budget end, but it doesn't feel cheap.

It drives well, has plenty of space for a young family and is also backed by a very competitive warranty. The styling may be a bit aggressive for some, but the ASX provides an enticing alternative to the Dualis and ix35.

Mitsubishi Triton 2010 review

New car report; Triton toughens up

At first glance, the new Mitsubishi Triton appears largely unchanged, but dig deeper and you'll find that Mitsubishi have addressed any shortcomings and turned a good truck into a great one.

Major upgrades include a new high powered 2,477cc diesel engine for the 4WD models, enlarged carrying capacity, increased towing ability and improved safety features.  Other upgrades include some subtle styling and trim enhancements, modified bumpers, grille and lights, and the inclusion of cruise control as standard equipment.

The biggest criticism of the Triton has been its limited load carrying capacity, but Mitsubishi has well and truly sorted that out with the tray receiving a 180mm extension in length and a 55mm increase in depth, making for a 14% increase in capacity.

Sensational new diesel engine

The 4WD's new 2.5 litre Common Rail Intercooled Turbo-Diesel engine produces 133kW at 4,000rpm and 407Nm of torque at 2,000rpm, significant increases over the 120kW, 353Nm 3.2 litre powerplant it replaces.

Improvements to combustion chamber design, injector specification, increasing turbo boost and adding a variable geometry turbocharger are to thank for the added power from the smaller capacity engine.

Fuel consumption is also enhanced, with mixed cycle consumption quoted at 8.3L/100km for the manual and 9.3L/100km for the auto.

 

Two wheel drive models retain the existing 2.5 litre 102Kw diesel powerplant, but that too has come in for some engineering upgrades, improving fuel consumption to 8.2L/100km for the manual and 8.6L/100km for the auto.

No petrol versions are offered.

Of the safety improvements, 8 of the new 13 models now get side and curtain airbags. All models get a minimum of dual airbags, ABS brakes with electronic brakeforce distribution and all but the entry level models get ASC (active stability control) and ATC (active traction control).

The entry level workhorse GL models have a 5 speed manual transmission, while the Double Cab GLX is offered with the option of a 5 speed manual or 4 speed auto. 

GL and GLX models are equipped with Easy Select 4WD which allows the driver to move from 2H to 4H on the fly at speeds up to 100km/h. To select 4L the vehicle must be stationary and the gear-shifter in neutral.

Step up to the GLS and the automatic option gets 5 ratios with a Sports Mode Super Select. Like Easy Select, Super Select allows the driver to move from 2H to 4H on the fly. The benefit of Super Select is that drive to the front wheels will only be engaged when rear traction sensors detect slippage.

GL models are equipped with 16 inch steel wheels, audio system with CD player, halogen headlights, air-conditioning, electric door mirrors, electric front windows and on/off switch for the passenger airbag. GLX models get cruise control, with operating controls on the steering wheel. 

GLS models add 17 inch alloy wheels, audio controls on a leather bound steering wheel, electric rear windows, front fog lights, a sunglass pocket and a 6 speaker sound system with MP3 and auxiliary input jack.

Well priced and well worth a look

 

Mitsubishi may not be the first name that springs to mind when shopping for a ute, but with attractive styling, a wide range of models, and towing capacities of up to 3,000kg braked, depending on model, the Triton has evolved into a more than worthy tough truck that should be included on the shopping list. 

Scorecard (out of 5)

Styling:	4	Practicality:	4
Safety:	4	Value for money:	4
Innovation:	3	Total:	3.8