New Car Market For Thailand In 2011 And Beyond

[MoonRiverOasis]

Chery:

2011: H13 van

2011: A13 sedan and hatchback

2011: A3 sedan and hatchback

2011: QQ22 7-seater mini MPV

2013: un-named Pickup Truck to be locally assembled

BMW:

2011: All-new 6 series

2012: New F30 3 series

Chevrolet:

2011: New Colorado (codename GMI700) - November release planned.

2011: Cruze minor change in November.

2011: New Captiva

2012: All-new Colorado-based PPV (SUV)

????: New Aveo (codename T300)

Ford:

2011: New Ranger (codename T6) - Extra-cab version to be unveiled during the March motor show, with deliveries starting in September.

2011: Last minor change for the Escape.

2012: All New Escape model based on 2012 Focus platform.

2012: New Focus

2012: New Everest

2013: Fiesta minor change

Honda:

2011: Jazz minor change in February.

2011: New BRIO Eco car (codename 2CV). To be officially released during the March motor show.

2011: City minor change in September.

2011: New Civic (codename 2HC) in November.

2012: New CR-V

2013: New Accord

2013: New Jazz

2014: New City

2014: Civic (2HC) minor change

Hyundai:

2011: New Sonata in March.

Isuzu:

2011: New D-Max (codename RT-50) - to be based on Chevrolet engine & chassis. Nov release planned. Minor changes planned each year.

2012: New RT-50 based PPV (SUV) to replace the MU-7

Land Rover:

2011: New Evoque to be released mid-year.

Mazda:

2011: New Mazda 3 in March.

2012: New BT-50 (codename T6)

2013: New Mazda 2

2013: New MX-5

2013: New RX-x

Mercedes Benz:

2011: C-class minor change

2011: New SLK

2012: New S-Class

2012: E-class minor change

Mitsubishi:

2011: Triton minor change to be released in January.

2011: Pajero Sport minor change to be released January.

2011: Lancer EX minor change.

2012: Eco-car enters production in Sep 2011 for an early 2012 release.

2013: New Triton (Nismitsu)

Nissan:

2011: March based sedan in September.

2011: Teana minor change.

2012: New TIIDA

2012: New C Segment sedan (codename L12F) to compete with Corolla/Civic/3/Focus.

2013: New compact sedan (TIIDA Latio replacement)

2013: New Teana

2013: New Navara (Nismitsu)

2013: March minor change

Porsche:

2011: New 911

2011: 918 Spyder

2012: New Boxster

2012: New Cayman

2013: New Cajun SUV

????: Panamera Hybrid

Suzuki:

2012: New eco-car

Toyota:

2011: VIGO/Fortuner minor change.

2011: New Yaris / Vios

2012: New Camry.

2013: New ALTIS.

2014: New Hilux (codename IMV2)

2014: Eco-car project under consideration

None of this info is official, but is compiled from trusted sources. Anything and everything is subject to change - use a guide only!

[Ping]

MRO re the minor change for the Fortuner - any word on roughly when/what changes are likely? I see that recent minor changes included an increase of B10,000 to the line-up and the addition of cruise control to the Sportivo. I'm surprised that they haven't added cruise to more of the models and still haven't addressed the lack of auxilliary inputs on the standard audio system or the AT Navi's system. BTW, any ideas on whether a rear screen can be ordered for the AT navi model/cost?

[MoonRiverOasis]

MRO re the minor change for the Fortuner - any word on roughly when/what changes are likely? I see that recent minor changes included an increase of B10,000 to the line-up and the addition of cruise control to the Sportivo. I'm surprised that they haven't added cruise to more of the models and still haven't addressed the lack of auxilliary inputs on the standard audio system or the AT Navi's system. BTW, any ideas on whether a rear screen can be ordered for the AT navi model/cost?

No real details on the Vigo/Fortuner minor change yet, only a drunken admission that one is coming, then a realization of what was let slip and "the brick wall of silence" after that

Will update when more info comes to light.

Last roof screen I bought cost 4K Baht for an 11" Zulex 16:9 - best/cheapest option for this is a car audio shop, not the dealer as they'll just outsource to a shop and mark it up (as is the case with all non-factory options you might want).

Edited January 16, 2011 by MoonRiverOasis

[MoonRiverOasis]

Just a quick update to this list..

There are some suggestions/rumors floating around that Isuzu may continue on with their current 2.5L and 3.0L engines for the new RT-50 D-Max and MU-7, in order to create a more substantial point of difference between their GMI-700 Chevrolet brothers.

Big step backwards (performance, effeciency and NVH-wise) if this is the case, but probably a good move for controlling costs/price points and retaining their current customer base.

Edited January 16, 2011 by MoonRiverOasis

[MoonRiverOasis]

More info on the new engines that will power the 2011 (GMI-700) Colorado, it's PPV cousin and the Cruze minor change...

The 2011 Colorado and 2012 (unnamed) PPV will have two different engines available:

2.2L TD making 163 HP / ? Nm (same output as current model Vigo 3.0L and Isuzu 3.0L)

2.8L TD making 200 HP / 430Nm (same HP as the T6 Ford Ranger 5cyl 3.2L TD, but with 40Nm less torque)

The Cruze will also be upgraded with the new 2.2L TD in November 2011, but sources suggest it may be fitted with an upgraded turbo capable of pushing the engine to 184HP (The current 2.0L TD in the Cruze makes 150HP for reference).

GMI-700 is confirmed to enter production in July 2011 for a November launch, and the new PPV that will be based on it enters production in Feb 2012, for a mid-2012 launch.

All new engines are VM-Motori designs, and will be built in Rayong.

[MoonRiverOasis]

The Mitusbishi eco-car (officially known as the "Mitsubishi Concept Global Small"), slated for production later this year in Thailand, is to be officially unveiled at the Geneva Motor Show which runs from March 1-13 this year, and Mitsubishi have released a new rendering of the concept car:

Some key features revealed are:

• Idle stop system
• A 1.0-1.2L engine equipped with regenerative recharging
• Extensive weight trimming
• New generation CVT transmission, brakes and tires to reduce running resistance
• Highly aerodynamic body shape
• Comfort for 5 adults
• Best of class fuel effeciency with just 90g/km CO2 emissions

Mitsubishi Thailand is to be the global production center for the model, and Thai sales begin in early 2012 with prices starting from under 400K Baht.

Edited January 18, 2011 by MoonRiverOasis

[John 1]

If they keep that shape and price should be no problem to sell looks neat

[MoonRiverOasis]

If they keep that shape and price should be no problem to sell looks neat

Agree, it doesn't have the styling quirks of the Nissan March, nor the usability quirks of the Honda BRIO (which makes a March look big BTW).

It would appear the only big changes between the concept above and the production version will be the side mirrors, and the alloys with the plastic covers between the spokes.

[steelepulse]

Is the Porsche 918 going to get an eco price break? What an awesome car!

Added: on second thought I don't have a spare USSD630K plus all the taxes the Thai gov't will want.

Edited January 19, 2011 by steelepulse

[katabeachbum]

If they keep that shape and price should be no problem to sell looks neat

Agree, it doesn't have the styling quirks of the Nissan March, nor the usability quirks of the Honda BRIO (which makes a March look big BTW).

It would appear the only big changes between the concept above and the production version will be the side mirrors, and the alloys with the plastic covers between the spokes.

change door handles and front fenders and it looks ready to go

[MoonRiverOasis]

Is the Porsche 918 going to get an eco price break? What an awesome car!

Added: on second thought I don't have a spare USSD630K plus all the taxes the Thai gov't will want.

As a hybrid, the 918 Spyder will be eligible for the special excise tax of 10%, but import duty is still applicable as is VAT

[KhunBENQ]

I assume that all new "eco cars" (small cars produced in Thailand) can handle E20 gasohol.

But who can tell me which models are specified for E85?

Tried hard to find info, but the Thai car websites are quite a mess in my opinion.

[MoonRiverOasis]

I assume that all new "eco cars" (small cars produced in Thailand) can handle E20 gasohol.

But who can tell me which models are specified for E85?

Tried hard to find info, but the Thai car websites are quite a mess in my opinion.

There's only one "eco-car" in Thailand (Nissan March), until the Honda BRIO launches at the March 2011 Motor Show. The March is E20 compat, but not E85 compat.

The only Thai-made car that comes to mind as being officially E85 compat (without modifications) is the Mitsubishi Lancer EX.

[katabeachbum]

I assume that all new "eco cars" (small cars produced in Thailand) can handle E20 gasohol.

But who can tell me which models are specified for E85?

Tried hard to find info, but the Thai car websites are quite a mess in my opinion.

There's only one "eco-car" in Thailand (Nissan March), until the Honda BRIO launches at the March 2011 Motor Show. The March is E20 compat, but not E85 compat.

The only Thai-made car that comes to mind as being officially E85 compat (without modifications) is the Mitsubishi Lancer EX.

Lancer only 1,8 engine E85 as I recall

ad Volvo S80 2,5 Flexi Fuel

Volvo has also supplied Ptt and government with a couple of hundre S40 E85, but not officially sold yet

[Ping]

MRO, I've been having second thoughts re a SUV and am wavering between the Fortuner 3.0 V A/T Navi (B1,449,000) and the Pajero Sport GT 4WD (B1,312,000). The Mitsu site now talks about the 2.5 only, but still lists the old engines in the specs. Have you been able to confirm your prior posts about the output of the new Mitsu 2.5?

What are your current views on the better car overall, having regard to equipment, comfort, build quality, aesthetics and power?

[Ping]

^Delete reference. (I've found the Pajero Sport thread )

[br12stol]

February tomorrow, any news on what changes are due on Jazz?

[JUDAS]

February tomorrow, any news on what changes are due on Jazz?

I hate to break it to you but, it's still January tomorrow

[br12stol]

555 so it is , Feb next week then

[Shipwreck]

I'm not sure what month it is myself.

This picture might help, it is supposed to be the 2011 Jazz - although I can't exactly pinpoint the changes...

[br12stol]

looks like Honda just updated website for Jazz, Price increase , Led Lights new orange colour , not sure if it means standard airbags now????

crappy google translate~

Honda Jazz, the new visually stunning. More emphasis on the sport. With Brilliant orange • a new passenger car sub-size computer packages for all versions of the first post. Comes with front airbags and ABS brakes • record sales, sold over 130,000 units after the first launch in November 2546 • Honda Jazz car in top best-selling Honda's. Shopping complex computer packages on the market 5-door around the world • list prices starting from 590,000 baht to 715,000 baht

Bangkok (January 27, 2554) - Honda Automobile (Thailand) Limited.

Adgฤuษt launched Honda Jazz, the latest today. The Honda's new Jazz.

Has been customized to look outstanding on the sport more and more comes along.

Standard quoted a higher level. To reinforce its leadership in the passenger car market.

Com Sub Package 5-door post.

Looks sleek look more Sport Honda Jazz, the latest version features a front bumper - rear

Headlight grille design and new LED taillights, a third brake light on the moon at a LED.

This also comes with a full range of standard equipment than ever before. Whether it is a sign.

Phase shift rear bumper 4 point front fog lamps. Audio modular connector with USB.

Seat the new color. Orange and Brilliant new Sport more exciting.</span>

Edited January 28, 2011 by br12stol

[br12stol]

and some more

In addition, the new Honda Jazz All models also come with dual front air bags.

Dual SRS-wheel anti-lock brakes and ABS results in the Honda.

Jazz is a complex computer packet size car first post exalted

Safety standards to even higher for both driver and passenger

Mr. Sun Tsu Shi Fuji Akimoto, president of Honda Automobile (Thailand) Limited.

"The Honda Jazz is still the best selling car of Honda's cars in the market.

Com Sub Post Package 5-door, up to now since global cumulative sales of the Honda Jazz.

In 115 countries around the world move into the 3.6 million units since its launch early.

To the year 2544. "

In Thailand, Honda Jazz record sales to more than 130,000 cars.

Since the launch of the Honda Jazz, the first generation in 2546, while Honda Jazz.

Generation The second, launched in 2551 continued to dominate the consumer has a strong heart.

With sleek looks, more agile eye.

Honda Jazz is a fun car to drive. Regulation can expect Accomplished when speed

And use a variety of widespread popularity in the.

Honda Jazz is the result of a sleek look. Look more sport. Fuel economy.

Internal living area and spacious. Area cabin that is larger than the car in its class.

Features include driving fun. Results Honda Jazz is a vehicle hatch back 5 doors.

Best-selling Thailand In sub-type car computer packages list. During the past seven years. "

Mr. Fuji Akimoto said.

Honda Jazz is available in all three versions of the Model S Model V and SV models with the highest in the 3.

Fitted with the i-VTEC 1.5-liter, 120 horsepower, which now represents one in

Car Hatch Back, 5 doors, high-performance car with the 3 Dual SRS front airbags and

Wheel ABS anti-lock brake system can be used with gasoline Hall E20 also have gear.

5-speed automatic with the vehicle customers can choose a system S with manual transmission.

Honda Jazz is a top-SV model with a buffer - the sport side skirts.

And 16-inch alloy wheels to enhance the image of a car to Sport.

Complete full-range. There is also a phase shift signal 4 on rear bumper fog lights.

LED type taillights, brake lights and the moon at a 3 LED Honda Jazz now being sent by

Transmission 5-speed automatic comes with Dual SRS front air bags in black / dark blue.

Side-view mirrors with electric adjustment and fold. There is also a control system to change gear.

Sport steering wheel. This allows the driver to change gears with fingertip touch.

Wed Neu bracket and the driver switches on steering wheel audio controls, Honda Jazz.

SV Model Price 715,000 Baht

[MoonRiverOasis]

and some more

In addition, the new Honda Jazz All models also come with dual front air bags.

Dual SRS-wheel anti-lock brakes and ABS results in the Honda.

Jazz is a complex computer packet size car first post exalted

Safety standards to even higher for both driver and passenger

Mr. Sun Tsu Shi Fuji Akimoto, president of Honda Automobile (Thailand) Limited.

"The Honda Jazz is still the best selling car of Honda's cars in the market.

Com Sub Post Package 5-door, up to now since global cumulative sales of the Honda Jazz.

In 115 countries around the world move into the 3.6 million units since its launch early.

To the year 2544. "

In Thailand, Honda Jazz record sales to more than 130,000 cars.

Since the launch of the Honda Jazz, the first generation in 2546, while Honda Jazz.

Generation The second, launched in 2551 continued to dominate the consumer has a strong heart.

With sleek looks, more agile eye.

Honda Jazz is a fun car to drive. Regulation can expect Accomplished when speed

And use a variety of widespread popularity in the.

Honda Jazz is the result of a sleek look. Look more sport. Fuel economy.

Internal living area and spacious. Area cabin that is larger than the car in its class.

Features include driving fun. Results Honda Jazz is a vehicle hatch back 5 doors.

Best-selling Thailand In sub-type car computer packages list. During the past seven years. "

Mr. Fuji Akimoto said.

Honda Jazz is available in all three versions of the Model S Model V and SV models with the highest in the 3.

Fitted with the i-VTEC 1.5-liter, 120 horsepower, which now represents one in

Car Hatch Back, 5 doors, high-performance car with the 3 Dual SRS front airbags and

Wheel ABS anti-lock brake system can be used with gasoline Hall E20 also have gear.

5-speed automatic with the vehicle customers can choose a system S with manual transmission.

Honda Jazz is a top-SV model with a buffer - the sport side skirts.

And 16-inch alloy wheels to enhance the image of a car to Sport.

Complete full-range. There is also a phase shift signal 4 on rear bumper fog lights.

LED type taillights, brake lights and the moon at a 3 LED Honda Jazz now being sent by

Transmission 5-speed automatic comes with Dual SRS front air bags in black / dark blue.

Side-view mirrors with electric adjustment and fold. There is also a control system to change gear.

Sport steering wheel. This allows the driver to change gears with fingertip touch.

Wed Neu bracket and the driver switches on steering wheel audio controls, Honda Jazz.

SV Model Price 715,000 Baht

Official media day was held yesterday, Feb release confirmed.

Edited January 28, 2011 by MoonRiverOasis

[ignis]

. Results Honda Jazz is a vehicle hatch back 5 doors.

Best-selling Thailand In sub-type car computer packages list. During the past seven years. "

Mr. Fuji Akimoto said.

Amazing and Thais do not like or buy hatchbacks !!

[transam]

and some more

In addition, the new Honda Jazz All models also come with dual front air bags.

Dual SRS-wheel anti-lock brakes and ABS results in the Honda.

Jazz is a complex computer packet size car first post exalted

Safety standards to even higher for both driver and passenger

Mr. Sun Tsu Shi Fuji Akimoto, president of Honda Automobile (Thailand) Limited.

"The Honda Jazz is still the best selling car of Honda's cars in the market.

Com Sub Post Package 5-door, up to now since global cumulative sales of the Honda Jazz.

In 115 countries around the world move into the 3.6 million units since its launch early.

To the year 2544. "

In Thailand, Honda Jazz record sales to more than 130,000 cars.

Since the launch of the Honda Jazz, the first generation in 2546, while Honda Jazz.

Generation The second, launched in 2551 continued to dominate the consumer has a strong heart.

With sleek looks, more agile eye.

Honda Jazz is a fun car to drive. Regulation can expect Accomplished when speed

And use a variety of widespread popularity in the.

Honda Jazz is the result of a sleek look. Look more sport. Fuel economy.

Internal living area and spacious. Area cabin that is larger than the car in its class.

Features include driving fun. Results Honda Jazz is a vehicle hatch back 5 doors.

Best-selling Thailand In sub-type car computer packages list. During the past seven years. "

Mr. Fuji Akimoto said.

Honda Jazz is available in all three versions of the Model S Model V and SV models with the highest in the 3.

Fitted with the i-VTEC 1.5-liter, 120 horsepower, which now represents one in

Car Hatch Back, 5 doors, high-performance car with the 3 Dual SRS front airbags and

Wheel ABS anti-lock brake system can be used with gasoline Hall E20 also have gear.

5-speed automatic with the vehicle customers can choose a system S with manual transmission.

Honda Jazz is a top-SV model with a buffer - the sport side skirts.

And 16-inch alloy wheels to enhance the image of a car to Sport.

Complete full-range. There is also a phase shift signal 4 on rear bumper fog lights.

LED type taillights, brake lights and the moon at a 3 LED Honda Jazz now being sent by

Transmission 5-speed automatic comes with Dual SRS front air bags in black / dark blue.

Side-view mirrors with electric adjustment and fold. There is also a control system to change gear.

Sport steering wheel. This allows the driver to change gears with fingertip touch.

Wed Neu bracket and the driver switches on steering wheel audio controls, Honda Jazz.

SV Model Price 715,000 Baht

Official media day was held yesterday, Feb release confirmed.

I think they are 'orrible, jelly moulds, girly cars, nooooo street cred. And people run down my '68 Charger.

[Shipwreck]

I think they are 'orrible, jelly moulds, girly cars, nooooo street cred. And people run down my '68 Charger.

So then Transam....what Thailand-produced car (which 99% of everybody buys) has street cred?

[tigerbalm]

and some more

In addition, the new Honda Jazz All models also come with dual front air bags.

Dual SRS-wheel anti-lock brakes and ABS results in the Honda.

Jazz is a complex computer packet size car first post exalted

Safety standards to even higher for both driver and passenger

Mr. Sun Tsu Shi Fuji Akimoto, president of Honda Automobile (Thailand) Limited.

"The Honda Jazz is still the best selling car of Honda's cars in the market.

Com Sub Post Package 5-door, up to now since global cumulative sales of the Honda Jazz.

In 115 countries around the world move into the 3.6 million units since its launch early.

To the year 2544. "

In Thailand, Honda Jazz record sales to more than 130,000 cars.

Since the launch of the Honda Jazz, the first generation in 2546, while Honda Jazz.

Generation The second, launched in 2551 continued to dominate the consumer has a strong heart.

With sleek looks, more agile eye.

Honda Jazz is a fun car to drive. Regulation can expect Accomplished when speed

And use a variety of widespread popularity in the.

Honda Jazz is the result of a sleek look. Look more sport. Fuel economy.

Internal living area and spacious. Area cabin that is larger than the car in its class.

Features include driving fun. Results Honda Jazz is a vehicle hatch back 5 doors.

Best-selling Thailand In sub-type car computer packages list. During the past seven years. "

Mr. Fuji Akimoto said.

Honda Jazz is available in all three versions of the Model S Model V and SV models with the highest in the 3.

Fitted with the i-VTEC 1.5-liter, 120 horsepower, which now represents one in

Car Hatch Back, 5 doors, high-performance car with the 3 Dual SRS front airbags and

Wheel ABS anti-lock brake system can be used with gasoline Hall E20 also have gear.

5-speed automatic with the vehicle customers can choose a system S with manual transmission.

Honda Jazz is a top-SV model with a buffer - the sport side skirts.

And 16-inch alloy wheels to enhance the image of a car to Sport.

Complete full-range. There is also a phase shift signal 4 on rear bumper fog lights.

LED type taillights, brake lights and the moon at a 3 LED Honda Jazz now being sent by

Transmission 5-speed automatic comes with Dual SRS front air bags in black / dark blue.

Side-view mirrors with electric adjustment and fold. There is also a control system to change gear.

Sport steering wheel. This allows the driver to change gears with fingertip touch.

Wed Neu bracket and the driver switches on steering wheel audio controls, Honda Jazz.

SV Model Price 715,000 Baht

Now i'm realy confused

No mention of cup holders then

Edited January 29, 2011 by tigerbalm

[culicine]

MRO, can you make a "good translation" of the specs for the new jazz? I take it that the manual version will now have twin airbags and other goodies but not too sure. The orange looks cool, but a pity we don't get the 6speed that Japan has.

[MoonRiverOasis]

MRO, can you make a "good translation" of the specs for the new jazz? I take it that the manual version will now have twin airbags and other goodies but not too sure. The orange looks cool, but a pity we don't get the 6speed that Japan has.

Well I can read Thai, but not Thaiglish that's been translated by Google

These are the changes I can recall off the top of my head for the Jazz minor change however:

• All models now come with dual front airbags and ABS brakes as standard.
• New orange paint color.
• Small styling updates (new bumpers, new wheel designs)
• New seat colors.
• New badges are:
  • S (5MT 590K, 5AT 630K)
  • V (5AT 660K) - adds 15" alloys, steering wheel audio controls and central lock.
  • SV (5AT 715K) - adds 16" alloys, different body kit, foglamps, and folding side mirrors.

Engines, tramission and base platform remain the same (it's a minor change only).

Edited January 29, 2011 by MoonRiverOasis

[culicine]

MRO, can you make a "good translation" of the specs for the new jazz? I take it that the manual version will now have twin airbags and other goodies but not too sure. The orange looks cool, but a pity we don't get the 6speed that Japan has.

Well I can read Thai, but not Thaiglish that's been translated by Google

These are the changes I can recall off the top of my head for the Jazz minor change however:

• All models now come with dual front airbags and ABS brakes as standard.
• New orange paint color.
• Small styling updates (new bumpers, new wheel designs)
• New seat colors.
• New badges are:
  • S (5MT 590K, 5AT 630K)
  • V (5AT 660K) - adds 15" alloys, steering wheel audio controls and central lock.
  • SV (5AT 715K) - adds 16" alloys, different body kit, foglamps, and folding side mirrors.

Engines, tramission and base platform remain the same (it's a minor change only).

Cool, at least now it has full safety features in the base model, for those who like to shift by themselves. There is an article on the headlightmag.com website about it but its all in Thai.