What Your Car Type Says About You: Malaysian Edition

By Danial Martinus  •  06 Jun 2025 in Cars

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To some, cars are just a means to get from Point A to Point B. But to others, a car is a statement of sorts. It says something about your lifestyle and priorities.

We’ve devised a very non-scientific categorisation of car types and what they say about their owners. If you feel attacked, you should be. If not, more power to you! (Don’t so serious…)

1. Economy Hatchback (e.g., Perodua Myvi, Proton Iriz)

You’re practical, thrifty, and probably have an emergency sachet of Milo in the glovebox.

You know every toll-free shortcut like the back of your hand, and you’ve mastered the fine art of parallel parking in the tight spots outside your favourite kopitiam.

You also consider 18km/litre your love language.

Most likely to: Say “I’ll arrive soon” as you enter your shower.

2. Premium Hatchback (e.g., MINI Cooper, Volkswagen Golf)

You like the hatchback life but want a little more oomph (and also have deeper pockets).

You’re slightly bougie, maybe work in marketing or advertising, and your playlist switches between Billie Eilish and K-Clique.

You tell your passengers that your car is nice to ride in, only for them to have broken backs at the end of the journey.

Most likely to: Call your car your “baby” and post its birthday on Instagram.

3. Economy Sedan (e.g., Proton Persona, Toyota Vios)

You’re the reliable friend who always shows up, no matter what.

You’re frugal, smart, and see no reason to upgrade when “this one still jalan kuat, bro.”

If anyone were to open your boot, they’d be greeted with 70% groceries, 30% reusable bags.

Most likely to: Go out of your way to pump petrol for 2 sen cheaper.

4. Premium Sedan (e.g., Honda Accord, Toyota Camry)

You’ve finally “made it”, or you want your neighbours to think so.

You’re either a manager, a property agent, or a parent who still insists that the car is as smooth as butter.

You reverse using your mirrors because that’s how real drivers do it.

Most likely to: Have a “usual” parking spot outside your favourite mamak.

5. Pick-Up Truck (e.g., Toyota Hilux, Ford Ranger, Isuzu D-Max)

You either work in construction, own land, or just like looking like you do.

You use your pick-up truck to transport groceries… But claim it’s “for the farm.”

Most likely to: Shamelessly block two parking spots everywhere you go (or park on the sidewalk/divider).

6. MPV (e.g., Toyota Vellfire, Nissan Serena)

You’re the family MVP, juggling groceries, in-laws, and noisy children.

Your dashboard has wet wipes, tissue boxes, and a faint smell of last night’s takeaway dinner.

Most likely to: Yell “Duduk diam-diam!!!” from one of your captain’s chairs or the driver’s seat on your chauffeur’s day off.

7. Luxury Sedan (e.g., Mercedes-Benz E Class, BMW 5 Series)

You like comfort, class, and silent judgement.

You don’t use your indicators because you’re not here to explain your next move.

You also insist on valet even at places with ample parking.

Most likely to: Honk once, then glare—your version of “I’m better than you”-road diplomacy.

8. Entry-Level Sports Car (e.g., Mazda MX-5 Miata, Subaru BRZ)

You live for weekend drives, winding roads, and engine noise.

You don’t need a big car—you just need one that makes you feel alive.

Bonus points if it’s a manual.

Most likely to: Follow imaginary “racing lines” as you race your way up to Genting.

9. Supercar (e.g., Lamborghini Huracan, McLaren 720S)

You’ve arrived—financially and physically.

You’re not worried about fuel prices; your only concern is how wide the parking space is.

You’ve definitely been featured in some guy’s car-spotting TikTok at a traffic light or while passing by Pavilion.

Most likely to: Drive over speed bumps diagonally.

10. Luxury Pro Max Ultra Car—Multiple Car Types (e.g., Ferrari LaFerrari, Rolls Royce Cullinan,  literally any Bugatti)

You don’t really drive this car—you glide. You possess get-away-with-murder wealth and you also have at least another five cars at home.

You don’t feel the need to flash cash around, your single-digit number plate does it for you.

Most likely to: Be completely unfamiliar with the plebeian concept of free parking.

No matter what car you drive, remember one thing

Whether you drive a Myvi or get driven in a Rolls Royce, just remember—the real flex is courtesy.

Use your signal, don’t double-park, and let someone potong queue once in a while.

So, what does your car say about you?

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