On the market for a new car? Whether you are a first-time car owner or someone who has been driving your trusty old car for a while now, make sure you update yourself with the PROS and CONS of the different types of cars for your new upcoming purchase.

Can’t tell the difference between an SUV and an MPV? Or between a hatchback and a sedan? Not to worry, our car experts at SgMotoringHub have put together a simple guide that breaks down the important differences for you, and even includes a list of pros and cons for each car type.

Read on to learn more about which car type would be most suitable for you.

4 Most Popular Car Types in Singapore

Curious about some of the most popular car types of Singapore?

Based on LTA’s latest statistics from 2020, the TOP car types based on new registrations for the year are in the following order.

TYPES OF CAR	NO. OF REGISTRATIONS
Sedans	15,119
SUV	14,914
Hatchbacks	6,798
MPV	6,272

SEDAN

Based on LTA’s latest statistics for the past 5 years, it is clear that Singaporean vehicle owners love their sedan – one of the most traditional car make since the popularisation of modern motor vehicles. In fact, 1 out of 3 vehicles you see out on the road is probably a sedan.

Exuding sophistication and elegance on the outside and complete with modern luxury touches on the inside for a comfortable ride

– a sedan in its own class:

Mercedes Benz C-Class

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Looking for compact sedan option?

The great choice with its sporty exterior and comfortably compact frame.

The Kia Cerato

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SUV

The second most popular car make on the list is the SUV – short for Sports or Suburban Utility Vehicle.

Evolved from military predecessors and four-wheel drives, SUVs are a type of hybrid that combines the best of both worlds between off-road vehicles and road-going passenger types. Imagine the performance of a commercial vehicle for rugged terrain, the comfort of a passenger car, and the storage space of a van all rolled into one.

And that’s also the key reason why it has gotten so popular not just in Singapore, but worldwide!

Looking for a modern mid-sized SUV with both an impressive appearance and performance?

Your best bet is the

Porsche Cayenne.

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Keen to have the versatility of opting for either electric power or petrol for a more sustainable drive?

Why not consider the

Toyota C-HR Hybrid.

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HATCHBACK

Next on the list is the Hatchback – a make of vehicle that is very similar to a sedan, save for its shorter body and rear hatch (for increased storage space access) that replaces the traditional trunk in a sedan.

Can’t bring yourself to splurge on SUV but a sedan doesn’t provide you with enough storage space for transporting your stuff to and fro? Then a hatchback will be the perfect solution for you.

Want to have more storage space for your shopping hauls but are unwilling to give up comfort and quality design for your next car?

That sounds like a perfect match with the

Mercedes Benz B-Class

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Looking for an affordable, compact, and sporty-looking hatchback that can get you around town easily?

Get a good deal with the

Hyundai i30

(which comes with a sunroof to boot!)

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MPV

Last but not least, is the MPV, short for a Multi-Purpose Vehicle or also commonly termed a “people carrier”.

As the name suggests, it is quite the multi-faceted vehicle – meant to accommodate more seating and storage space than the traditional sedan, while having slightly higher ground clearances which allows them to deal a little better with poorer road conditions (but not enough for complete off-road terrains).

Now before you say doesn’t that sound just like an SUV? Yes, it does. It is essentially like a less equipped cousin of the SUV, without the rugged vibe nor the ability to deal well with off-road conditions.