Perodua unveiled its eMO-II (pronounced as M-O-2) yesterday, at the ongoing Kuala Lumpur International Mobility Show 2024 (KLIMS 2024).
Although it is still in prototype stages, Perodua shared that it aims to sell the eMO-II between RM50,000 and RM90,000, making it the cheapest EV in Malaysia. The company also revealed that the EV will come with a CATL-sourced LFP battery with about 50kWh of capacity, enabling it to cover up to 400km with a fully charged battery.
“This prototype is the continuation of our EV journey as we continue to build this technology from the ground up. eMO-II has been improved from its predecessor in terms of styling and features, and it’s now more defined as we chart our EV future,” Perodua President and Chief Executive Officer, Dato’ Sri Zainal Abidin Ahmad said at the unveiling here.
This latest prototype has more refined styling where it incorporates 21st century aesthetics with Malaysian uniqueness. The car’s design is based on the Malaysia ‘songket’ that has been seamlessly integrated with LED lights that complements its design.
“Please keep in mind that this is still a prototype model and there are plenty of other features and improvements that we will add to our finished product, which we will introduce in the near future,” Dato’ Sri Zainal said.
The EV project was fully developed in-house by Perodua Research and Development team in 2023.
“It has been a steep learning curve for our team as we have engaged numerous consultants to understand the inner workings of an EV, but I am happy to say that our team have managed to keep our timeline and be able to continue our story here today.
“We are very excited to share this story with you and we will give you further updates in the near future,” he said.
Dato’ Sri Zainal said that Perodua is also working with several Malaysian corporations to ensure “greater mobility” for all its customers.
“Greater mobility means that we take into consideration all aspects of EV ownership to ensure that our customers find the car to be efficient, friendly and easy to use, complete with supporting infrastructure by Malaysia’s best,” Dato’ Sri Zainal said.
“Most importantly, I wish to thank the government, especially the Prime Minister and MITI for supporting this project and by doing so, supporting the entire Malaysian automotive ecosystem as we enter the EV world.
“We understand that electrification goes beyond more than just a new way to drive but it represents our effort in fighting climate change by reducing our carbon footprint. We support this mission and will do our best to make this a reality,” he said.
In addition to the eMO-II, Perodua also features its Ativa Fuze concept as well as Perodua’s journey over the past 30 years during the event. Perodua welcomes all Malaysian to visit our booth and experience what we have to offer in person.
