

According to listings, the Tesla Model Y Long Range starts at around RM305,000-RM330,000. We are unsure of how much the C40 will cost when it arrives in Malaysia and if Volvo Car Malaysia will attempt a lease/subscription only sales model for the vehicle.īoth of these vehicles are sold for about GBP58,000 in the UK.įor now, let’s assume that the C40 will be more expensive than the XC40 Recharge Pure Electric, which goes for RM262,460.

These are both fully-electric coupé crossovers that cater to the lower end of the premium segment. Today we thought of pitting the upcoming Volvo C40 against the Tesla Model Y. And in the near future there will be even more coming. In 2022, there are actually quite a number of alternative electric vehicles on the market. This is why you find so many parallel importers bringing them in. Many Malaysians want to be seen in a Tesla, no matter what the cost. However, their uniqueness is also part of their appeal.

Their cars are built differently and require very specialised knowledge and tools to be worked on. This is particularly problematic since Tesla’s entire business model is built on buying cars directly from them. If you’re in the market for a Tesla Model 3 or Model Y in Malaysia, you can’t get it through Tesla’s official channel. Would you buy a Tesla Model Y or a Volvo C40 Recharge in Malaysia? By Subhash Nair 0 Tesla Model Y Versus Volvo C40 Recharge: EV Coupé Crossover Comparison
