The Kuala Lumpur International Mobility Show 2026 (KLIMS 2026) moves into media-preview mode today before opening to the public from June 12 to 21 at the Malaysia International Trade and Exhibition Centre (Mitec).
This year’s show is carrying the “Beyond Mobility” theme, and that is not just badge polish. The mix is broad: electric vehicles (EVs), hybrids, plug-in hybrids, new Chinese brands, local players and a few old-school internal-combustion engine (ICE) cars for diversity.
Organisers are targeting more than 200,000 visitors, with the show spread across seven halls and close to 30,000 sq m of gross exhibition space.
More than 60 test-drive vehicles are lined up, giving visitors a better chance to compare cars outside the usual showroom setting.
The car list is still shifting as brands drop last-minute teasers, but these are 10 models worth watching.
Proton e.MAS 7 new variant — battery-electric vehicle (BEV): likely the biggest local EV draw, with Pro-Net teasing a fresh variant.
Perodua C2 Concept — EV concept: Perodua’s “Chapter 2” show car previews the next phase of its EV plans, with a sedan-like shape and a more adventurous design direction than anything in its current range.
Zeekr 9X — plug-in hybrid electric vehicle (PHEV): a large luxury SUV and Zeekr’s most eye-catching KLIMS preview.
Zeekr 009 Grand — BEV: a four-seat luxury electric MPV aimed at the chauffeur class.
Zeekr X 2026 — BEV: updated crossover, with bookings already open and estimated pricing from RM160,000 to RM180,000.
GWM Haval H7 — hybrid/PHEV: a boxy SUV teased for KLIMS, likely with electrified powertrain options.
Hyundai Ioniq 5 N — BEV: the performance EV likely to draw the enthusiast crowd, even among petrolheads pretending not to care.
Honda Prelude — hybrid: the return of a familiar name, now with electrified coupe positioning.
Mazda CX-5 — ICE/hybrid: the new-generation SUV should matter to mainstream buyers, not just show-floor photographers.
TQ Wuling Huajing S — PHEV: a large six-seat model with Huawei-linked tech, if the teaser points where it appears to.
While there are many car brands taking part at the 2026 edition of the car show, there are also a sizeable number who are giving it a miss. Among them are Chery, Icaur, Denza, Jaecoo, Volvo as well as Western luxury brands like Mercedes-Benz, BMW, MINI, Bentley, Audi and Porsche.
KLIMS has never been Bangkok in scale, and that’s perfectly fine. For Malaysia, this year’s edition looks busy, practical and heavily electrified.
