New cars in Singapore

1. BMW 5-series (535i)



The all 535i is considerably longer and wider but not as tall as the previous model. Its wheelbase is 2968mm.

Its sheet metal poses no surprises - no zanny kinks or dramatic swishes on the car to distract the eye from its sporty and sleek design. It looks more formal as compared to the older model, and for the first time, the 5-series does away with the conventional handbrake for an electric switch. Unlike the current 335i, 535i's unit has just one turbo featuring something called twin-scroll design to do the same job without burning as much fuel.

Specifications

Engine: 2979cc 24-valve inline-6 turbocharged
Transmission: 8-speed automatic with manual select
Power:306bhp at 5800rpm
Torque: 400Nm at 1200-5000rpm
0-100kn/h: 6.1 seconds
Top speed: 250km/h
Fuel Consumption: 8.4 litres/100km (city-highway)

2. Audi A1



This car is by 3950mm by 1740mm of stylishly pressed metal. It can have an ultra-efficient 1.2 TFSI, or a 1.4 TFSI. This supermini can be equipped with automatic stop-start, brake recovery and S-tronic transmission.

3. Porsche 911 Turbo S



Just months after it unleashed the 911 Turbo, Porsche surfaces the 911 Turbo S This is model is fully equipped: seven-speed PDK transmission with paddle shift, dynamic all-wheel-drive, dynamic engine mounts and PTV (Porsche Torque Vectoring) witha mechanical limited rear differential.

4. Renault Megane Coupe-Cabriolet



This looks like another design coup for the French marque. It has forward position windscreen and a fixed glass rear reflector. Besides, it also has a stiffer chasis, new electric power steering system and dua-clutch transmission.

5. Audi A8



The new A8 challenges establishment with shove and gadgety. Its 4.2-litre V8 turbo diesel and a massive 800Nm of torque. The TDI model clocks 5.5 seconds, while the FSI clocks 5.7 seconds. Its top speed is electronically limited of 250km/h. The fuel consumption of the TDI will be 10.2-litres, while the FSI will be 13.2-litres per 100km. Transmission will be 8-speed Tiptronic.

6. Ford Galaxy GHIA 2.3



The price of this car is $110,000 with COE. It has a 2.3-litre, 2261cc 16valve inline 4 engine, and 6-speed transmission. The top speed will be 191km/h and the speed for 0-100km/h is 11.7 seconds. 13.8-litres/100km is the fuel consumption for the car(city).

The Toyota Vios and Corolla Altis will also be faceliftedthis year. Beyond minor cosmetic changes. The Corolla will have a dual-VVTi engine, giving it even more efficiency.