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Volkswagen’s new flagship model in Singapore is a burly SUV brimming with bells and whistles.

The hottest version of the all-new BMW 1 Series is a great drive and has more space inside than the old one, as a blast around Munich reveals.

The second-generation Nissan Leaf is out to electrify EV buyers with its sportier looks, improved interior and longer range.

It’s Japanese versus Czech, sportiness versus space. How does the popular low-slung Mazda 6 square up against the roomy Skoda Superb?

Forget about describing it as an “uncle’s” car – the striking new Toyota Camry is no longer a fuddy-duddy.

Let’s face it: you’re never going off-road in these cars. But what you’ll definitely want is the space, practicality and tough looks they offer.

Nothing says “you’ve made it” like pulling up in a superbly understated luxury sedan.

Singapore is arguably the world’s most expensive city* to live in.

Bring the cash and these cars will bring the speed.

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We prove that fun and family can co-exist in a neat little package, as these three European hatchbacks show.

Mercedes-Benz’s best-selling model for over a decade has been updated and looks set to keep the tills ringing.

This updated compact MPV now comes with new infotainment and assistance systems

Which of these three stylish compact MPVs has the best blend of performance, practicality and panache?

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Which of these turbocharged sedans can put the biggest smile on the face of a family man?

A high-quality cabin with a technologically advanced cockpit gives this small Mercedes the appeal of an S-Class.

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This executive saloon is larger, more spacious and more refined than before.

Both the A4 and Passat are well-dressed, mid-level executives working in the same conglomerate and serving similar customers, but the two Germans do the job differently.

Which of these tough-looking seven-seater SUVs offers the best mix of space, pace and practicality?

The three-pointed star engages the four-rings in a 2-litre battle of topless style, finesse and agility.

Bentley’s latest 6-litre W12 Continental GT coddles and travels even better than its predecessor.

With M Sport suspension as standard, the new BMW X4 is the German carmaker’s best-handling X model yet.

Our senior writer is no doctor, but he felt like one after being consulted by “patients” who were in need of a new car.

With its sharper design and enhanced dynamics, the third- generation Cerato is the K-pop star of family saloons, and it’s bound to impress buyers.

The new A6 is a mild hybrid from Audi’s high-tech stable that can be specified with up to 39 driver-assistance systems.

This seven-seater SUV is larger, roomier and more advanced than its predecessor.

British and American “armoured units” face off against a German “panzer” and a Japanese “tank” in this heated battle for suburbanites’ hearts and minds.

Forget good sense – sports cars such as the 718 Cayman and F-Type make you happy, but does the Porsche or the Jaguar make you happy as can be?

Porsche’s new Cayenne E-Hybrid provides more oomph and a longer emission-free range than its predecessor.

Towkays who still prefer mid-size saloons to big SUVs may want to check out this updated model.

Which of these turbocharged 1-litre crossovers offers suburbanites the best combination of performance and practicality?

Surrender to the luxury of these rival 2-litre SUVs and yield to the demands of modern motoring in style.

Skoda makes a return to Singapore with a lineup led by the Kodiaq seven-seat SUV.

The VW Touareg takes aim at luxury SUVs with its plush interior, giant touchscreen and high-tech features.

Discard what you know about the Audi A6 – the 8th-generation refresh is a thing of beauty.

The stylish glitz of a 2018 Infiniti Q60 Red Sport 400 meets the brutish blitz of a 2008 Nissan GT-R in a white-knuckle encounter.

Beneath the striking looks of the all-new Vantage is a serious driving machine armed with a twin-turbocharged 4-litre V8 and a top speed of 314km/h.

Family men in the market for a seven-seater SUV could consider this newcomer from Volkswagen's sister brand.

Which of these “baby” SUV models will prove to be the most irresistible to well-heeled suburbanites searching for a sporty runabout?

THE MINI COUNTRYMAN IS THE SUV FOR URBANITES WHO LOVE HEEDING THE CALL OF THE WILD.

Beneath the striking looks of the all-new Vantage is a serious driving machine armed with a twin-turbocharged 4-litre V8 and a top speed of 314km/h.

The stylish glitz of a 2018 Infiniti Q60 Red Sport 400 meets the brutish blitz of a 2008 Nissan GT-R in a white-knuckle encounter.

Which of these “baby” SUV models will prove to be the most irresistible to well-heeled suburbanites searching for a sporty runabout?

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Renault’s third-generation “Exocet” pocket rocket is powerful and flavourful, with its warhead aimed at VW’s Golf GTI guided missile.

Both the Golf GTI and Golf R are sporty 2-litre predators that could pass as ordinary transporters, but which wolf from Wolfsburg is the more deceptive predator?

Bookending the soft-top sports field between heaven and mirth are Audi’s R8 Spyder and TT Roadster, windswept devices that blow you away in delightfully different ways.

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Driving Mazda cars in the soft, white stuff was a blast that left this “winter dancer” wanting more.

Which of these luxurious 6-cylinder limos best caters to the towkay who loves to drive and be driven?

The third-generation Mercedes CLS is armed with a sharper design, cooler features and a sportier character, in a bid to re-assert its position as the pre-eminent four-door coupe.

Audi’s new flagship fastback isn’t just pretty – it’s packed with lots of brilliant technology, too.

Which of these brightly coloured crossovers has a character that’s true to its funky hue?

THE MINI CLUBMAN IS THE MODERN ESTATE FOR TODAY’S GENTLEMAN DRIVER.

WITH THE LAUNCH OF THE ECLIPSE CROSS, MITSUBISHI’S SUV LINEUP IN SINGAPORE IS NOW EVEN MORE COMPLETE AND READY TO MEET THE NEEDS OF VARIOUS LIFESTYLES.

A reacquaintance with the VW Golf range has Edric waxing lyrical.

Which of these swanky new fastbacks delivers the best blend of stylishness and speediness?

Each of these saloons has a turbocharged 3-litre V6 that packs over 350bhp. Now, which one is the most desirable “action thriller”?

The newest Range Rover traversed fjords and mountains on a 370km road trip in Norway, home of the Vikings.

The petrol-electric hybrid Golf has the pace of a hot hatch and the fuel-saving grace of an econo-hatch.

Does the powerful Harrier have what it takes to hunt the sporty CX-5?

We come to an unexpected conclusion after driving Nissan’s boosted 1.2-litre hatchbacks.

Which of these three models has the best mix of equipment and abilities to satisfy the family man who wants more than just the basics?

Which of these seven-seater turbo-diesel MPVs does the most convincing job of moving families and motivating drivers?

Singapore’s most popular Japanese petrol-electric SUV is under attack from the new Korean kid on the block.

We drive two of Singapore’s best-selling executive saloons to find the one with the more compelling combination of performance and luxury.

The Golf segment’s latest contender, the Nissan Pulsar, takes on the Peugeot 308 and Volkswagen Golf in this turbocharged 1.2-litre hatchback shootout.

Edric realises that cars are far better value now than they ever were.

The new Q30 takes on the more established CT200h in a bid to win over eco-conscious yuppies looking for a premium hatchback.

Which of these dynamic sports utility vehicles would be most appealing to outdoorsy suburbanites in Singapore?

The new Q30 takes on the more established CT200h in a bid to win over eco-conscious yuppies looking for a premium hatchback.

Which of these dynamic sports utility vehicles would be most appealing to outdoorsy suburbanites in Singapore?

Edric realises that cars are far better value now than they ever were.

Vanda Electrics, an e-mobility company under home-grown Wong Fong Engineering Works, has unveiled the Dendrobium, an exotic electric car capable of 0-100km/h acceleration in 2.7 seconds and a top speed in excess of 321km/h.

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Suburbanites who want a rugged-looking SUV without a bulky body and all-wheel-drive might want to check out Jeep’s entry-level model, which has front-wheel-drive and a road tax-friendly turbocharged 1.4-litre engine.

Which of these saloons will prove the most appealing to corporate climbers looking for a continental ride?

The gorgeous and luxurious Lexus LC coupe is available in two delicious flavours – spicy wasabi V6 hybrid LC500h and peppery V8 LC500.

Which of these Asian saloons will prove the most appealing to buyers with a $100,000 budget?

We drive three of the most popular family saloons in Singapore to find the one with the most compelling mix of space, performance and efficiency.

Two-litre roadsters don’t come any more terrific than the Mazda MX-5 and Porsche 718 Boxster.

Aimed at young suburbanites, the smallest SUV in Audi’s range comes in a variety of hip hues

The benchmark Toyota Prius faces off against what might be its most formidable challenger yet – the sublime Hyundai Ioniq.

Infiniti’s twin-turbo 400bhp 3-litre V6 coupe looks great and goes like a gentler Godzilla wearing a comfortable business suit.

Porsche’s second-generation Panamera is a luxurious fastback saloon with classleading sportiness.

Singapore’s best new cars of 2016, including the newly crowned Straits Times Car of the Year, have crossed our finish line as winners.

Towkays will hanker after the latest E-Class, which is not only bigger but also more advanced and refined than its predecessor.

The Tiger Thermal Magic Cooker helps you prepare some of your favourite dishes with less effort.

Four years after it debuted, the German brand’s popular crossover is finally in Singapore.

Infiniti’s first hatchback is stylish, energetic and well-equipped, but isn’t spacious for its size.

Edric grapples with German model-numbering conventions.

Which of these four “samurai” would appeal the most to urban warriors seeking a practical, comfortable and stylish Japanese crossover?

The all-new Honda Civic does not follow in the footsteps of its immediate predecessor, and that’s a good thing.

Porsche’s heavily revised roadster punches harder and faster, but does sowithout a spine-tingling soundtrack.

Which of these five-door hatchbacks has the best combination of looks, punchiness and practicality?

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Porsche’s “crocodile” coupe now has two fewer cylinders and smaller engine capacities, but higher performance thanks to turbocharging.

Opel’s cutest car so far has hit the road in Singapore, giving fashionistas a fresh alternative to the MINI One and Fiat 500.

Which of these sporty 3-litre limousines offers the most dynamic combination of comfort, space and pace?

Stuttgart’s New Limo, Baby Q, Funky C3, Kombi Bed, Tristar Cart, Flashy Footwear.

Volvo’s flagship saloon has been upsized and is now primed to take on the German competition.

Which of these four turbocharged superminis offers the sweetest combination of performance and practicality?

Now turbocharged, the entry-level GS model has the athletic performance to match its sporty looks.

The all-new Chevy sedan looks sleeker, drives better and is more comfortable than its predecessor.

Two French contenders take on their stalwart German rival in this 1.2-litre European hatchback contest.

The three fundamentals of every driveaway to Malaysia were fun indeed with this bunch of VW Passat wagons and saloons.

The current and previous generations of the Suzuki Vitara are designed to conquer suburbia with their special weapons and tactics.

Porsche’s mid-engine boxer-roadster is now powered by turbocharged 2-litre and 2.5-litre flat-4 motors.

Sporty drivers with a $100,000 budget can consider these sporty contenders – which one provides the most complete sportiness at this price?

The petrol-powered Qashqai and diesel-fuelled Kadjar share a common base, but each holds a different appeal.

Nipponese open-air driving is defined by the latest Mazda MX-5 and the last Honda S2000.

Which of these Thai-made basic saloons can throw a knockout punch in value for money?

Here’s what you didn’t know about this awe-inspiring, eco-friendly supercar.

Which of these three cool-looking compact crossovers has the most pleasing blend of style and substance?

The VW Golf GTD estate is practical, frugal with diesel and fun to drive, while being discreet about it.

This compact, cost-conscious crossover has been facelifted, but it remains familiar.

Jeep’s “Native Americans”, Grand Cherokee SRT8 and Cherokee, convene a tribal council in Singapore’s suburban jungle.

Buyers shopping for a well-equipped 2-litre seven-seater SUV now have these two base models from Audi and Volvo to choose from.

Porsche’s updated Boxster and Boxster S models are now called the 718 Boxster and 718 Boxster S. For the first time in the models’ history, both are powered by turbocharged flat-4 engines. The last mid-engine Porsche roadster with a flat-4 was the 914, which was developed together with Volkswagen. It was produced from 1969 to 1976.

Bentley’s model-year 2016 coupes are rapid, refined and hard-hitting.

How does the new Passat compare with its predecessor?

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Subaru has high but realistic ambitions for its turbocharged 1.6-litre station wagon

The Mercedes-AMG C63 S and CLA45 are built to go fast and cause their drivers to get up to no good.

This trio of seven-seater SUVs are powerful, practical and packed with smart features, too.

The most surprising car Edric has driven all year is not a coupe, nor a supercar – it’s a 1.5-litre diesel hatchback.

The new RX is one of the best Japanese SUVs in which to rest and relax on your way to wherever.

Volvo’s diesel-powered XC90 feels stronger and edgier than its petrol-driven T6 sibling.

STATEMENTS Which of these contenders would appeal the most to motorists looking for a stylish and practical European hatchback under $123k?

The 3-litre version of the latest Audi A6 costs a lot more than the 1.8-litre model, but provides a far superior driving experience.

These competing crossovers are automotive UAVs designed to navigate the concrete jungle and the occasional park.

The new 1-litre A1 Sportback is Audi’s honest-to-goodness base model.

These two mid-size saloons from Mazda and Ford are spacious, well-equipped and very athletic.

Which of these upmarket 2-litre SUVs can do the best job of exploring the concrete jungle in style and comfort?

These two Korean-made seven-seaters go to battle in an attempt to win the family man’s heart (and wallet).

The recently facelifted Peugeot 508 and Opel Insignia are equally matched on style, but which one has even more substance than the other?

Britain’s newest baby brings the fight to the Germans.

The Lexus RC F is a “samurai” taking on a “Teutonic knight” in the form of the BMW M4. Which one ultimately enthrals enthusiasts?

The all-new Toyota Alphard is everything a bigbusiness man would want in a palatial MPV.

Audi has unveiled the new A4, its latest contender in the junior executive segment.

Opel has unveiled its all-new Astra, the brand’s contender in the Golf segment.

Audi’s enduring Q7 ups the ante with its improved driving dynamics, safety and technical wizardry.

Which of these seven-seater Korean SUVs has the best blend of suburban stylishness and venture-everywhere performance?

The three generations of the Chang clan share the same preference for Hyundai cars.

Honda has launched the all-new Step WGN, an eightseater MPV with a “tallboy” bodystyle that rivals the Mazda Biante.