HNB strengthens green transport portfolio through Prestige Automobile partnership

Above:  Sithum Kodithuwakku (Bank Associate), Mahesh Ratnayake (Product Manager – Leasing).Udara Pathinayake ( Vice President – Leasing),Kanchana Karunagama (Senior Vice President/Head of Retail Banking - HNB).Sanjay Wijemanne Chief Operating Officer – HNB),Sujith Peris (Director – Prestige Automobile), Sachindra Perera (Head of Marketing  Prestige Automobile ), Viola Karunarathne (Director  Prestige Automobile), Shavindra Peris ( General Manager Prestige Automobile) and Rishanga Fonseka (Sales Manager Prestige Automobile).

HNB PLC has announced a new partnership with Prestige Automobile (Pvt) Ltd, enabling flexible leasing solutions for the latest range of MAXUS electric and hybrid vehicles, including the MAXUS T90, MIFA 7, and MIFA 9.

Through this partnership, HNB customers can avail themselves of special leasing facilities, expert advisory services, and tailored financial plans to suit their income and vehicle usage patterns. The initiative is part of HNB’s wider commitment to supporting Sri Lanka’s transition to low-emission and energy-efficient transportation, the bank said in a media release.

HNB PLC Senior Vice President /Head of Retail Banking, Kanchana Karunagama, stated that the partnership reflects the bank’s ongoing focus on supporting the country’s evolving mobility landscape. “HNB is pleased to join hands with Prestige Automobile to promote access to high-performance electric and hybrid vehicles. As demand grows for sustainable alternatives, our goal is to offer practical financing options that accelerate this transition while ensuring affordability and long-term value for our customers.”

The MAXUS brand, distributed in Sri Lanka by Prestige Automobile, includes models such as the T90, a rugged all-electric pickup designed for utility and performance, and the MIFA 7 and MIFA 9, versatile electric MPVs tailored for family and commercial use. These vehicles combine energy efficiency with advanced technology, safety features, and sleek design—attributes well suited to today’s mobility needs.

Commenting on the partnership, Prestige Automobile (Pvt) Ltd Director, Sujith Peris, noted: “We are proud to partner with HNB to widen access to the MAXUS range, which represents a significant leap in clean mobility. This collaboration enables more Sri Lankans to experience the quality and innovation of MAXUS vehicles with the assurance of trusted financial support.”