Sime Darby and Porsche rolled out the first locally assembled Cayenne for the domestic market. The premiere took place at the inaugural launch of the first assembly facility for Porsche vehicles outside of Europe at Sime Darby’s motor vehicle production and assembly facility in Kulim, Kedah.
The Cayenne models with right-hand drive are only available in the domestic market. The local assembly facility underscores Porsche’s commitment to Malaysia as well as the ASEAN region and demonstrates Sime Darby’s dedication to expanding its high-value assembly capabilities as a critical element for the growth of its Motors’ business.
The Sime Darby local assembly facility is staffed by a team of highly skilled and 100% Malaysian talent, all of whom have received comprehensive training from Porsche.
The assembly is further supported by a network of local suppliers and contracted service providers in the area, empowering the futures of the local community with job opportunities, upskilling prospects, and potential for further expansion.
Sime Darby and Porsche choose Malaysia for its first assembly facility outside of Europe, signifying the company’s confidence in Malaysia’s conducive ecosystem and strength to support their long-term growth. This assembly facility in Kulim, Kedah also acknowledges the capability of Malaysia’s local talent of highly skilled engineers and technicians towards expanding their footprint in the ASEAN region.
The locally assembled Cayenne comes with an elevated and enhanced standard equipment range specified exclusively for the Malaysian market, with a specially-curated Porsche Exclusive Manufaktur option package and a special Porsche Design timepiece available for further personalisation. A wide range of lifestyle-oriented Tequipment accessories is also available on request.
