One of the information that was shared was the fact that the EV is reaching 90-percent into development which means, the automaker will be able to launch the EV by the end of this year as stated.

Moreover, to make sure that the EMO is priced below RM100,000, Perodua will be introducing a Battery-as-a-Service (BaaS) model—the first in Malaysia. Instead of owning the battery, buyers can lease it for a minimal monthly fee. The ‘rental’ fee is the minimum, and based on surveys by Perodua, many are in favour of this method, according to Zainal.

This strategy is also the national automaker’s way of addressing the issue of electric vehicle (EV) resale value. At present, EVs tend to depreciate more rapidly than internal combustion engine (ICE) vehicles, primarily due to the high cost of battery replacement.

To counter this, customers have the option to purchase the EMO’s battery outright, which includes a standard eight-year warranty. Additionally, Zainal noted that if necessary, the EMO’s battery can be swapped in just 30 minutes.

Pre-production of the EMO will begin in September at Perodua’s new BEV facility in Sg Choh, where the company will produce around 500 units per month initially. The EV will also be the first Perodua model to use hot press-formed steel, with Zainal also confirming the platform is Perodua’s own IP, with no involvement from Daihatsu.

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wa tarak excited at all, Perodua is newbie in EV era, if u dare u go and buy and become lab rat.

Battery is certainly quite ok with CATL battery, the other thing u need to watch out is P2 capability on building on the motor, as i know this motor is develop on their own even without Toyota help, Daihatsu has zero knowledge in EV car, even Toyota has to partner with China to build the whole supply chain.

Mind u the issue of battery leasing is yet to be disclose, many things need to sort out on this leasing scheme, does it require the owner pay for life for its battery?

Safety wise they better make sure it is comparable with the China one, the battery need to have good protective cover to prevent scratches and major accident.

To counter this, customers have the option to purchase the EMO’s battery outright, which includes a standard eight-year warranty. Additionally, Zainal noted that if necessary, the EMO’s battery can be swapped in just 30 minutes.