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Xforce CKD production begins, Mitsubishi targets delivery of the first 800 units this April

Mitsubishi Motors Malaysia (MMM) recently marked a significant milestone with the official mass-production line-off of the all-new Mitsubishi Xforce from its assembly line at the Pekan plant.

Bookings for the all-new Mitsubishi Xforce will open within the same week.

The introduction of the all-new Mitsubishi Xforce underscores Mitsubishi Motors Malaysia’s continued commitment to product expansion and advanced local manufacturing.

To support this milestone, MMM has upgraded its Pekan manufacturing operations, including the establishment of a new Sub-Assembly Body Shop and the installation of advanced equipment across the paint, outfitting, and tester lines to support the all-new Mitsubishi Xforce.

Production of the all-new Mitsubishi Xforce at Pekan is carried out in accordance with Mitsubishi Motors’ globally established production standards, developed through decades of Japanese manufacturing expertise.

From body assembly to painting and final inspection, each process is governed by disciplined workmanship and stringent quality controls to ensure consistent build quality, durability, and long-term reliability.

Commenting on the milestone, Takashi Sakamaki, Chief Executive Officer of Mitsubishi Motors Malaysia, said: “Mass production of the all-new Mitsubishi Xforce represents the application of Mitsubishi Motors’ Japanese manufacturing philosophy at our Pekan plant. Built on precision, process discipline, and continuous improvement, these standards ensure that every Xforce produced here meets the same quality benchmarks as Mitsubishi vehicles manufactured anywhere in the world. Our priority is to deliver vehicles that embody Mitsubishi Motors’ highest global standards, giving customers confidence, reliability, and pride of ownership from the very first day.”

Mitsubishi Motors Malaysia aims to deliver the first 800 units of the all-new Xforce within April, following comprehensive quality validation and production readiness checks.

The roll-out of the all-new Xforce from Pekan reaffirms Mitsubishi Motors Malaysia’s long-term commitment to local manufacturing and to delivering vehicles engineered for driving performance, reliability, and peace of mind.

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Audi Malaysia begins production of the Q7 SUV in Pekan

Audi Malaysia has recently started the assembly process for the Audi Q7 SUV model at its factory in Pekan, Pahang.

This means that the Audi Q7 is the only Audi model that is assembled locally for the Malaysian market and the Southeast Asian region.

According to Dr. Susanne Lehmann, Managing Director of Volkswagen Group Malaysia, “This achievement is not just about the launch; it symbolizes vision, partnership, innovation, and progress.”

“Customers will continue to enjoy the same experience of quality, performance, and luxury that Audi is known for—now made in Malaysia,” she added.

In addition to the Q7 model, the Pekan factory is also expected to assemble other Audi models, with a production capacity of around 5,000 units per year.

Over RM12 million in initial investment has been made to realize this vision, further strengthening Audi’s presence in the premium luxury vehicle segment in Malaysia.

Meanwhile, Denyu Bostandzhiev, Managing Director of PHS Automotive Malaysia, stated, “By assembling several key vehicles here, we can offer more competitive pricing and shorten delivery times for our customers.”

“With the increasing demand for D-segment SUVs, we believe this is the perfect time to add the locally assembled Q7 to our model lineup,” he explained.

The 2025 Audi Q7 is expected to be offered in the S line variant, with an estimated retail price ranging from RM469,000 to RM489,000.

It is a mild hybrid electric vehicle (MHEV) powered by a 3.0-liter V6 TFSI engine that produces 340 PS and 500 Nm of torque, paired with an 8-speed Tiptronic transmission and quattro all-wheel drive system.

Acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h is achieved in just 5.6 seconds, before reaching a top speed of 250 km/h.