PETALING JAYA: Hyundai-Sime Darby Motors (HSDM) presented the keys of the award-winning Ioniq 5 Crossover Utility Vehicle (CUV) to the first 11 customers at HSDM’s Ara Damansara showroom here.
The Ioniq 5 is available in Lite, Plus, and Max variants, all delivering a stellar performance with excellent driving range, fast charging, a maximum speed of 185kph and the innovative SmartSense suite safety feature.
It is also equipped with advanced connectivity and driver assistance features amid its modern finish, designed with eco-friendly materials.
The Ioniq 5 has garnered overwhelming response globally, winning six trophies at the Auto Express New Car Awards 2021 in the United Kingdom, including the coveted ‘Car of the Year’ award.
In addition to receiving their new vehicles, the first 11 Ioniq 5 customers were also provided a complimentary one-year membership with chargEV sponsored by Yinson GreenTech.
chargEV is a leading provider of electric vehicle charging solutions in Malaysia with over 400 charging stations nationwide.
Sime Darby Motors Malaysia managing director, retail and distribution Jeffrey Gan said the Ioniq 5 is the HDSM's second EV after the Kona Electric.
“As the mobility landscape continues to see greater adoption of EV vehicles in Malaysia, we are pleased to expand our EV line-up with world-class high-quality affordable offerings, supporting the nation’s transition towards a low carbon mobility future,” he said.
HSDM managing director Low Yuan Lung said the Ioniq 5 sets the benchmark for redefining the electric mobility lifestyle with its global acclaim for combining sustainability with a powerful performance.
“Testament to this, since the launch in Malaysia in March, we have recorded close to 300 bookings. This indeed reflects the highly positive reception for this innovative sustainable vehicle, and we will continue to strive to meet customer demand,” he said.
The Ioniq 5 starts from RM199,888 (on-the-road without insurance – fully exempted from import and excise duties, sales tax as well as road tax as announced under Budget 2022).
Interested customers can visit Hyundai Cl!ck to Buy (www.hyundai.com.my/clicktobuy/) or any of Hyundai’s authorised showrooms.
For more information, contact Hyundai’s Customer Careline at 1300-13-2000 or check out www.hyundai.com.my.
