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Neta V scores zero stars in ASEAN NCAP

The New Car Assessment Program for Southeast Asian Countries (ASEAN NCAP) has announced that the Neta V has received a zero-star rating in an assessment conducted at the MIROS Provisional CRASE Crash Centre (PC3).

According to ASEAN NCAP, the Neta V is the first electric vehicle (EV) to be tested at the facility, as well as the first model to receive a zero-star rating under the ASEAN NCAP 2021-2025 protocol.

Launched in Malaysia in October last year, the EV scored a total of 28.55 points, comprising 7.89 points for Adult Occupant Protection (AOP), 13.51 points for Child Occupant Protection (COP), 7.14 points for Safety Assistance (SA), and 0 points for Motorcyclist Safety (MS).

The Neta V, which is also marketed in Brunei, Indonesia, and Thailand, comes equipped with two airbags, a seatbelt reminder system for the driver, an anti-lock braking system (ABS), and electronic stability control (ESC) as standard.

In the front offset collision test for the AOP category, the Neta V received no points as the driver received poor protection on the head, neck, chest, and right leg.

In the side impact test, it scored only 6.31 out of 8.00 points, as the crash test dummy received marginal protection for the chest. The absence of Head Protection Technology (HPT) resulted in a score of zero for this assessment.

In the dynamic assessment for the COP category, the Neta V performed well in both frontal offset and side impact tests. However, it received low marks for the installation of Child Restraint System (CRS). Although it is equipped with Isofix and a top tether, more than half of the CRS recommended by ASEAN NCAP were found to be difficult to install.

The electric hatchback also lacks features such as Autonomous Emergency Braking (AEB), Forward Collision Warning (FCW), Lane Keep Assist (LKA), and Lane Departure Warning (LDW).

Making things worse, all evaluated technologies under the MS category, including Blind Spot Technology (BST), Auto High Beam (AHB), and Pedestrian Protection (PP), are also absent.

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Neta Auto opens doors to first flagship store in Malaysia

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Neta Auto and KCM Group recently launched Neta’s first flagship store in Malaysia, located in Ampang.

The state-of-the-art showroom is part of Neta’s mission to make smart electric vehicles more accessible while elevating the entire car-buying experience.

Located in the heart of Kuala Lumpur’s embassy district, the 2,322 square metre showroom features a minimalist aesthetic with glass curtain walls and finishes in tech-inspired grays and Nordic wood tones.

In addition to the vehicle display area featuring the latest Neta models, the new facility also includes a variety of other amenities, such as a merchandise area, a coffee lounge, and dedicated after-sales services.

According to Neta Auto, the opening of the Ampang flagship showroom marks a milestone in its expansion strategy for the Malaysian market.

The company aims to establish 20 dealerships by the end of this year, reaching key areas such as Kuala Lumpur, Selangor, Johor, Penang, and East Malaysia.

In addition, Neta is upgrading its existing dealerships to 3S facilities to enhance the customer experience across both sales and service channels.

“Each new location represents a vital step in achieving our goal: to make intelligent mobility accessible to everyone,” said Zhou Jiang, Vice President of Neta Auto.

Coinciding with the showroom launch, Neta Auto also held a ceremony for the delivery of the first 50 units of the Neta X to customers in Malaysia.

Launched last July, the Neta X is available in three variants: 400 Comfort (RM119,888), 400 Luxury (RM127,888), and 500 Luxury (RM135,888).

The 400 variants come with a 52 kWh battery providing a driving range of up to 323 km, while the 500 variant, equipped with a 62 kWh battery, can travel up to 410 km on a full charge.

Customers choosing the Neta X will receive a complimentary Neta Wallbox charger or one year of free charging credit from chargeEV.

Additionally, it also comes with a free service package for two years or 40,000 km. This special promotion is valid until 31 October 2024.

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Neta X officially revealed, up to 410km range, from RM120k

The electric vehicle (EV) market under RM150,000 is heating up, with Neta X now entering the competition. Recently showcased at the Malaysia Autoshow 2024, the Neta X has been officially launched with the following variants and prices:

Neta X 400 Comfort: RM119,888
Neta X 400 Luxury: RM127,888
Neta X 500 Luxury: RM135,888

All variants are powered by a single front electric motor, making it a front-wheel drive SUV. The output is 120kW (163hp) and 210Nm, sufficient for acceleration from 0-100 km/h in 9.5 seconds.

For the two 400 variants, they are equipped with a 52kWh battery, while the 500 variant comes with a 62kWh battery. This provides a driving range of up to 323km for the 400 variants and 410km for the 500 variant.

In terms of charging, the Neta X can charge its battery at a rate of 6.6kW for AC, requiring nine hours for a full charge. With fast DC charging at 65kW, charging from 30 to 80 percent requires 30 minutes. It also features V2L function for charging external devices.

The Neta X measures 4,619mm in length, 1,860mm in width, and 1,628mm in height, with a wheelbase of 2,770mm.

Standard features of the Neta X include LED lights, a panoramic roof, roof rack, power side mirrors, and 18-inch rims. Inside, the EV comes with a 15.6-inch touchscreen for infotainment, over-the-air software update function (OTA), voice commands, Bluetooth connectivity, and an eight-speaker audio system. It offers three driving modes: Eco, Comfort, and Sport, as well as one-pedal driving function.

Safety features include Forward Collision Warning, Autonomous Emergency Braking, Lane Departure Warning, Lane Change Assist with Blind Spot Detection. It also comes with Rear Cross Traffic Alert, Adaptive Cruise Control, Traffic Sign Recognition, and High Beam Assist.

The Neta X is available in five color options: Pearl White, Sky Grey, Jet Black, Glacier Blue, and Amber Brown. Additionally, the cabin color can be selected in either black or brown.

What are your thoughts on the Neta X so far? Can it challenge the BYD Atto 3 and Chery Omoda E5?

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Malaysia Autoshow 2024: Neta X to launch in Q2, priced from RM120k

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NETA, distributed by Intro Synergy Sdn Bhd, a subsidiary of GoAuto Group, has introduced their second EV for the Malaysian market, namely the Neta X.

According to the company, the Neta X will be officially launched in the second quarter of this year. There are three variants to choose from, namely 400 Comfort, 400 Luxury, and 500 Luxury, with estimated prices ranging from RM119,900 to RM139,900.

All three variants feature an electric motor on the front axle generating 161 hp (120 kW) and 210 Nm. Neta Malaysia claims that this model can accelerate from 0 to 100 km/h in under 9.5 seconds, with a maximum speed exceeding 150 km/h.

Regarding the batteries, the 400 variants use a 52.49 kWh battery offering a range of up to 401 km based on the NEDC cycle. The 500 Luxury variant is equipped with a 64.14 kWh battery providing a range of up to 480 km on a full charge.

The Neta X comes with an onboard 6.6-kW AC charger capable of charging from 0 to 100% in nine hours. It also has DC fast charging that takes 30 minutes for a 30-80% charge but the capacity is not specified.

Size-wise, the Neta X is larger than its two closest competitors, the BYD Atto 3 and Chery Omoda 5, measuring 4,619 mm in length, 1,860 mm in width, 1,628 mm in height, with a 2,770 mm wheelbase.

Other niceties include an 8.9-inch digital instrument cluster and a 15.6-inch HD display powered by Qualcomm Snapdragon 8155. It also has Apple CarPlay and wireless charging.

Additionally, the 400 and 500 Luxury variants are equipped with Level 2 ADAS, encompassing Forward Collision Warning (FCW), Autonomous Emergency Braking (AEB), Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC), Traffic Jam Assist (TJA), and Intelligent Cruise Assistance (ICA), to name a few.