MAS 2025: Country’s first flagship PHEV MPV debuts, GAC M8; HYPTEC HT & AION V previewed

KUALA LUMPUR: GAC Motor and AION made this year’s Malaysia Autoshow quite special with the official debut of the GAC M8 - the nation’s first flagship Plug-in Hybrid Electric Vehicle (PHEV) MPV. What’s great is that onlookers can even book the EV now at the show. Further, making the deal better is showcasing the regional crowd favourite - HYPTEC HT, both in standard door and gull-wing configurations. Also, on the booth is the striking AION V electric SUV, making its first public debut in Malaysia.

What else? Well, GAC is offering an irresistible limited-time Anniversary Mega Offer on the G23 EMZOOM. Interested? Go, hurry up and visit GAC's booth.

GAC M8 in Malaysia

Mr. Tan Keng Meng, CEO of WTC Automotive, while unveiling the GAC M8, said, “The GAC M8 PHEV is more than just a new entrant in the premium MPV segment. It redefines what a modern MPV should be," said Mr. Tan. "With its impressive range, luxurious comfort and intelligent hybrid engineering, and all-round safety, it is the ideal choice for discerning drivers who value performance, contentment and sustainability. We are proud to introduce this exceptional model to Malaysia and reaffirm our commitment to delivering future-ready mobility solutions to local drivers. We look forward to seeing the M8 PHEV on Malaysian roads very soon.”

The premium MPV is all set to redefine the market standards and is now open for booking.

Key details about the GAC M8 -

• It is the first-ever flagship plug-in hybrid (PHEV) MPV to debut in Malaysia.
• It offers an impressive combined range of 1,038 km on a full tank and charge.
• It benefits from the brand’s patented 360-degree full-surround airbag technology with the world’s first rear windscreen airbag.
• Part of its impressive suite of driver assistance systems is a cutting-edge magazine battery technology.
• The cabin is crafted in a way that prioritises passenger wellbeing and convenience.

Price? This luxurious and technologically advanced car is expected to be priced from RM 333,000, including a standard 5-year or 150,000 km vehicle warranty, whichever comes first, and a separate 8-year or 150,000 km warranty for the magazine battery, drive motor, and electric control units.

Booking and offers? If you book the GAC M8 PHEV during the pre-sale period, you’ll enjoy benefits worth RM 3,800. It includes two years of complimentary scheduled maintenance and a portable charging cable.

HYPTEC HT & AION V

At the MAS 2025, onlookers will get a chance to experience the HYPTEC HT up close and personal before its official launch in the country. As mentioned above, the car is showcased in both gull-wing and standard configurations, and here are its few highlights -

• It features advanced magazine battery technology
• A range of up to 620 kilometres (NEDC)
• DC fast-charging of up to 280kW

The AION V, on the other hand, is a stunning electric SUV that’s inspired by the powerful Tyrannosaurus Rex. Some of its key highlights include -

• Bold and futuristic design
• A 100 kW motor delivering 240 Nm of torque
• From 0 to 100 km/h in just 7.9 seconds
• A range of up to 602 km on a single charge

GS3 EMZOOM

Last but not least, GAC Motors is celebrating GS3 EMZOOM’s first anniversary with a special campaign called “Anniversary Mega Offer”. Here, interested customers can own this award-winning crossover at monthly payments as low as RM 990. What’s even better is that you can combine these offers with the “Drive Home A GAC, Win More Rewards” campaign, where customers can win prizes worth over RM600,000 via the FunHub App.

Go, visit GAC Motor and AION at the Malaysia Autoshow 2025 and experience the electrifying future of mobility.

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