Based on its pricing in markets like Thailand and the Middle East (as the MG RX8), if it were introduced to Malaysia as a CKD (locally assembled) model, it would likely be priced between RM160,000 and RM190,000. This would put it in direct competition with the Proton X90 and Mazda CX-8, offering a more "rugged" alternative. For buyers considering the Roewe RX8, that matters because it affects how easy the car is to live with, whether for commuting, family use, long-distance driving or ownership costs. The useful way to read this is not as an isolated specification, but as a clue to how the car will feel in real daily use.