GAC AION has officially launched the next-generation AION V Luxury in Singapore. Speaking at the launch event, Yu Yong, Senior Product Manager of AION Automobile Sales (Thailand) Co., Ltd., expressed excitement about the AION V’s arrival. “After the successful introduction of the AION Y Plus in Singapore, we have seen an overwhelming response from customers,” he shared. “Now, we are thrilled to bring in the next-generation AION V, a smart electric SUV ...
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The new BMW X3 has taken the road less travelled, in a bid to stand out more from the competition. If you were to guess BMW’s most important model, you might instinctively say the 3 Series, the benchmark sports saloon that has shaped the brand’s DNA for decades. Or perhaps the 5 Series, given its versatility, spanning everything from executive sedans to high-performance M-badged monsters. But no, the real sales king is ...
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At the Singapore Motorshow 2025, Hyundai Singapore has taken the wraps off the much-anticipated 2025 Tucson AWD N Line. Equipped with a 1.6-litre turbocharged engine paired with a hybrid motor, the SUV delivers a commendable 212hp and 367Nm of torque. Hyundai’s innovative AWD system ensures a balanced 50:50 torque distribution, making it a versatile companion for urban and off-road adventures. As Executive Chairman of Komoco Holdings Pte Ltd, Mr Teo Hock Seng, aptly ...
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Vantage Automotive has officially unveiled the highly anticipated BYD Sealion 7. Described as an "ocean-inspired masterpiece," the Sealion 7 is available in two variants: Premium and Performance. The Premium variant boasts 230kW of power and 380Nm of torque, propelling it from 0-100 km/h in 6.7 seconds with an electric range of up to 480 km (WLTP). For those seeking a bit more thrill, the Performance variant ups the ante with 390kW of combined ...
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There are a lot of new SUV EV winners from Round 1, and they are all squaring off for the title of Overall Best SUV EV. How Does ACOTY Define This Class? What defines an SUV or crossover nowadays? That's a question even some brands are struggling with. But, buyers wished for them, and the brands delivered, which is why you don't see a sea of sedans and hatchbacks any more. When we ...
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The best SUV winners from Round 1 face off for the title of Overall Best SUV. How Does ACOTY Define This Class? What defines an SUV or crossover nowadays? That's a question even some brands are struggling with, but we don't judge, and we have some fine winner specimens from Round 1, so it's time to crown one of them the Overall Best SUV. Meet The Contenders BMW X2 The BMW X2 beat the Volkswagen Tiguan, Volkswagen ...
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Five electric luxury SUVs bid for the title of ACOTY's Best Luxury SUV EV. How Does ACOTY Define This Class? Every Sports Utility Vehicle (SUV) that qualifies for this category needs to be powered and propelled solely by electricity from battery packs, and sold with a Category B Certificate of Entitlement (Cat B COE). Meet The Contenders Starting off the first of two SUVs from the German giant Mercedes-Benz is the EQS SUV. This ...
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Nine electric SUVs go to battle for the accolade of ACOTY's Best Cat B Dual Motor SUV EV. How Does ACOTY Define This Class? Every Sports Utility Vehicle (SUV) that qualifies for this category needs to be powered solely by electricity from battery packs, propelled by two electric motors and sold with a Category B Certificate of Entitlement (Cat B COE). Meet The Contenders First, the Asians. Clockwise, from top left, representing South Korea ...
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Four electric SUVs slug it out for the title of ACOTY's Best Cat B Single Motor SUV EV. How Does ACOTY Define This Class? Every Sports Utility Vehicle (SUV) that qualifies for this category needs to be powered solely by electricity from battery packs, propelled by a single electric motor, sold with a Category B Certificate of Entitlement (Cat B COE), and priced above S$250,000 in Singapore's market. Meet The Contenders Representing Stuttgart, Germany ...
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Seven affordable SUV EVs battle for the title of ACOTY's Best Budget SUV EV. How Does ACOTY Define This Class? Every Sports Utility Vehicle (SUV) that qualifies for this category needs to be powered solely by electricity from battery packs, propelled by only one electric motor, sold with a Category B Certificate of Entitlement (Cat B COE) and priced at or below S$250,000 with COE. Imagine calling a quarter of a million dollars ...
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Seven Sports Utility Vehicles rev it up to win the accolade of ACOTY's Best Premium SUV. How Does ACOTY Define This Class? A premium SUV needs to be priced mid-to-upper table in Singapore's market, and should be from brands well known for their premium offerings. Pretty straightforward. Meet The Contenders The first two contenders represent the UK. They are the Range Rover Velar (left) and Land Rover Defender (right). The next three contestants are from ...
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Two luxury SUVs gear up to challenge each other for the title of ACOTY's Best Luxury SUV. How Does ACOTY Define This Class? A luxury SUV is a Sports Utility Vehicle (SUV) offered as the creme de la creme of a top-shelf brand's line-up. Pretty straightforward. Meet The Contenders Representing the UK and Italy are the Range Rover PHEV (left) and Lamborghini Urus S (right) respectively. The Range Rover PHEV represents UK's definitive regal motoring ...
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Four Cat B SUVs duel to the end for this category's crown. How Does ACOTY Define This Class? Each contender must be a Sports Utility Vehicle (SUV) and sold with a Category B Certificate of Entitlement (Cat B COE). At the same time, they should remain relatively affordable Cat B models and not creep into the 'premium' territory of pricing. Those SUVs are saved for another category. Let's have a look. Meet The Contenders Two ...
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Mercedes-AMG has long been the gold standard for those who want their vehicles to roar as much as they purr. Now, Singapore gets a taste of the action with the arrival of four distinctive AMG GLC models, spanning both SUV and Coupé formats. Let’s start with the basics. The Mercedes-AMG GLC lineup splits into two levels of performance, each catering to a specific kind of thrill-seeker. For those dipping their toes into AMG’s ...
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In the crowded SUV market, the Skoda Kodiaq has always stood tall; literally and figuratively. Since its debut in 2016, this seven-seat SUV has been one of Skoda’s finest offerings, winning hearts with its practicality, smart design, and budget-friendly price tag. Now, in its second generation, the Kodiaq returns with updates that aim to keep it ahead of the pack. Familiar Looks, Fresh Details At first glance, you might mistake this for a minor ...
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