Top 4 cars introduced in Singapore in May 2018

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  1 / 4 Skoda Octavia

  This fastback can be seen as an alternative to the new Volkswagen Jetta, which is still unavailable as a right-hand-drive model. Pragmatic buyers will enjoy touches that include a brolly bin beneath the driver’s seat, wireless smartphone charging and a boot with a maximum capacity of 1580 litres (rear seats folded). With a turbocharged 1-litre engine delivering 114hp and 200Nm, the Octavia might be the most car for the money in its segment.

  RIVAL: Renault Megane Sedan

  Renault Megane Sedan 1.5 review

  Renault Megane RS is a Gallic hot hatch with extra garlic

  Group Test: Renault Megane Sedan Privilege 1.5 vs Volkswagen Jetta Sportline 1.4

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  2 / 4 Alfa Romeo Giulia Quadrifoglio

  This Italian sports saloon is ready to take on entrenched German rivals such as the BMW M3 and Mercedes-AMG C63 S. The rear-wheel-drive Giulia QV is armed with a turbocharged 2.9-litre V6 that punches out 510hp and 600Nm, and rockets from rest to 100km/h in 3.9 seconds. The already racy cockpit can be further enhanced with the optional Sparco carbon-shell front seats, to make the drive feel even more fantastico.

  RIVAL: BMW M3

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  BMW M4 and BMW M3 driven on the Portimao Circuit

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  3 / 4 Infiniti QX50

  This SUV is Infiniti’s most advanced one to date, as it’s the world’s first production car with a variable-compression engine. The QX50’s turbocharged 2-litre 4-pot can vary its compression ratio between 8:1 and 14:1, which supposedly enables it to deliver the power of a petrol engine, while offering the low-end torque and efficiency of a diesel motor. Powerplant aside, the QX50 also promises to pamper occupants with its well-appointed interior, which we expect will be brimming with amenities and safety features.

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  4 / 4 Opel Grandland X

  The German carmaker’s latest crossover is mechanically similar to the 3008, its “cousin” from sister company Peugeot. That’s not a bad thing, though, since the Grandland X inherits the 3008’s roomy cabin, user-friendly infotainment system and turbocharged 1.2-litre 3-cylinder engine. The Grandland X also has unique amenities, such as ventilated front seats and a powered tailgate, which are not found in the 1.2-litre 3008. This Teuton, however, lacks the concept car-like cockpit and more stylish exterior of its French cousin.

  RIVAL: Peugeot 3008 1.2

  Top 4 cars introduced in Singapore in January 2018

  Top 4 cars introduced in Singapore in February 2018

  Top 4 cars introduced in Singapore in March 2018

  Top 4 cars introduced in Singapore in April 2018

  Top 4 cars introduced in Singapore in May 2018

  Top 4 cars introduced in Singapore in June 2018

  Opel Crossland X review

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Skoda Octavia This fastback can be seen as an alternative to the new Volkswagen Jetta, which is still unavailable as a right-hand-drive model. Pragmatic buyers will enjoy touches that include a brolly bin beneath the driver’s seat, wireless smartphone charging and a boot with a maximum capacity of 1580 litres (rear seats folded). With a turbocharged 1-litre engine delivering 114hp and 200Nm, the Octavia might be the most car for the money in its segment. RIVAL: Renault Megane Sedan Renault Megane Sedan 1.5 review Renault Megane RS is a Gallic hot hatch with extra garlic Group Test: Renault Megane Sedan Privilege 1.5 vs Volkswagen Jetta Sportline 1.4 Alfa Romeo Giulia Quadrifoglio This Italian sports saloon is ready to take on entrenched German rivals such as the BMW M3 and Mercedes-AMG C63 S. The rear-wheel-drive Giulia QV is armed with a turbocharged 2.9-litre V6 that punches out 510hp and 600Nm, and rockets from rest to 100km/h in 3.9 seconds. The already racy cockpit can be further enhanced with the optional Sparco carbon-shell front seats, to make the drive feel even more fantastico. RIVAL: BMW M3 Alfa Romeo Giulia Quadrifoglio review BMW M4 and BMW M3 driven on the Portimao Circuit Infiniti QX50 This SUV is Infiniti’s most advanced one to date, as it’s the world’s first production car with a variable-compression engine. The QX50’s turbocharged 2-litre 4-pot can vary its compression ratio between 8:1 and 14:1, which supposedly enables it to deliver the power of a petrol engine, while offering the low-end torque and efficiency of a diesel motor. Powerplant aside, the QX50 also promises to pamper occupants with its well-appointed interior, which we expect will be brimming with amenities and safety features. RIVAL Audi Q5 Opel Grandland X The German carmaker’s latest crossover is mechanically similar to the 3008, its “cousin” from sister company Peugeot. That’s not a bad thing, though, since the Grandland X inherits the 3008’s roomy cabin, user-friendly infotainment system and turbocharged 1.2-litre 3-cylinder engine. The Grandland X also has unique amenities, such as ventilated front seats and a powered tailgate, which are not found in the 1.2-litre 3008. This Teuton, however, lacks the concept car-like cockpit and more stylish exterior of its French cousin. RIVAL: Peugeot 3008 1.2 Top 4 cars introduced in Singapore in January 2018 Top 4 cars introduced in Singapore in February 2018 Top 4 cars introduced in Singapore in March 2018 Top 4 cars introduced in Singapore in April 2018 Top 4 cars introduced in Singapore in May 2018 Top 4 cars introduced in Singapore in June 2018 Opel Crossland X review