KUALA LUMPUR (June 12): Volkswagen Passenger Cars Malaysia (VPCM) is reducing the prices of its models by up to RM9,484, following the announcement on the sales tax exemption.

In a statement today, VPCM said these adjustments will take effect from June 15 until Dec 31, 2020.

VPCM said locally assembled Volkswagen models are the Polo, Vento, Tiguan and Passat, while the Golf family, consisting of the R-Line, GTI and R, are fully imported.

"With the sales tax exemption, customers can expect savings of up to RM3,881 on the Tiguan, RM6,133 on the Passat and RM4,884 on the Golf R-Line," it said.

VPCM managing director Erik Winter welcomed the sales tax exemption as beneficial for car buyers at the end of the day.

"We are always working towards making German engineering affordable to Malaysians.

"This good news translates into more savings for car buyers and offers a much-needed boost to the automotive sector that has been dormant during the Movement Control Order," said Winter.

VPCM added that on top of the price reductions, customers can continue to enjoy ongoing promotions and services at Volkswagen, such as six months' free instalments for Tiguan units registered by June 30, online rebates exclusive on the Volkswagen eShowroom and free home-delivery service for customers.

"All Volkswagen models come with three years' free maintenance, five years' manufacturer's warranty and five years' roadside assistance," it said.