BMW iX EV now available for rental; charges start at RM 550 per day

KUALA LUMPUR: The largest official distributor of BMW cars in Malaysia, Sime Darby Auto Bavaria, has teamed up with the country’s leading car rental firm, Sime Darby Rent-A-Car (SDRAC)-Hertz Malaysia, to offer EV rental service in the country.

This pioneer rental service provides customers with the opportunity to experience the fully electric BMW iX before committing to a purchase. It will allow individuals to enjoy a modern and luxurious driving experience and explore the EV’s advanced features and capabilities.

The introductory rental charges for the popular BMW EV start at RM 550 per day and RM 5,500 per month.

“Auto Bavaria is fully committed to pioneering the utilisation of EVs in Malaysia. This time around, we are leveraging the opportunity to give Malaysians a chance to try our BMW iX for unmatched style and uniqueness that is aligned with the latest trends in EV technology. Together with Hertz Malaysia, we are creating a robust ecosystem that further supports the growing adoption of EVs,” said Auto Bavaria MD Vi Thim Juan.

“Our objective is to provide Hertz Malaysia rental customers with a truly modern and luxurious electrified experience. This collaboration not only allows our customers to travel stylishly in the latest BMW iX model but also enables them to explore our other extended rental services, such as chauffeurs, provision of airport transfers, and even personalised arrangements for corporate functions as well as private events,” said SDRAC MD Harun Mohd Joned.

Interested folks can find more details at www.simedarbycarrental.com or visit the participating Hertz Malaysia outlets in Klang Valley, Penang, or Johor Bahru.

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