Perhaps next episode, 1st time buyer for a young family with 1 kid. Baby seat. Subsequent episodes could also be young executives. Another episode for people who goes for badges and look but not so particular with performances. (Controversial episode, could go viral) ;) Another episode for people who wants large spaces that fits 5-7 people easily for a good road trips up to the north Lastly performance cars for aspiring racers ;)
Enjoyed this version of SGCARMART'S creativity. Unbiased and definitely helpful. However,some feedback:- 1)Perodua Bezza is the cheapest brand new car in Singapore. Not the Attrage. 2)Depreciation. Depending on the model,popularity and other factors,costlier car might not mean a better deal. Agree? 2)Make other videos with higher budget in mind. Say between $100k to $200k. Should be interesting. 3)Also,can you guys make a recommendation of 2nd hand 1st time buyers. Not everyone can afford a new car. 4)Besides pricing,perhaps can include basic input/info such as reliability,handling and long term cost of ownership. 5)Sorry Julian, 1st new car should never be a continental. Korean or Japanese makes more sense. 6)Maybe can invite the public,like a guest in any of your videos. We can share info and knowledge. Keep up the good work guys. As always, you guys are fantastic to watch!!
can u guys talk about depreciation as well? Been driving the 1.0 Opel Astra HB since 17 as my first car and its real life depreciation vs on paper is so ridiculously different. I guess its just a demand and supply thing here in the 2nd hand market but if u look overseas like in europe or australia, it holds its value way better.... And i heard that other non premium continental brands like the Skoda, Seat, Renault, Citroen and Peugeot suffers the same fate. Maybe its time for you guys to cover depreciation as well cause most first time buyers wont really know until they try to trade in or sell their car like myself. Thanks guys!
Nice review! Was getting worried when I didnt see about the Honda Jazz until the top 2 were mentioned :D I drive a jazz hybrid and although its PI, at S$75-78k it gives 20km/L, 138 bhp, 180nm and regular petrol car servicing fees, at the slight compromise of boot space and magic seats. The electric motor powers the electrical steering, compressor so that at start stop traffic, theres minimal engine starts at all. Perfect for Singapore roads. Also not forgetting the mod cul of jazz owners :D What are your thoughts on it?
If I am choosing the top 5 cars, It will be this 5) Suzuki Jimny (a person who just want style and forgo-ing the practicality) 4) Skoda Octavia (Ticks all the boxes, but slightly more expensive) 3) Hyundai Accent (a very handsome looking car) 2) Suzuki Swift (I think is most of 1st-time driver's dream car) 1) Honda Jazz (Really cannot go wrong with a Honda) I more conservative, so I never choose car that is 3 cyl. Because it is not very refined and it is mechanically imbalance!
Am surprised no one picked the newest Swift, Seat Leon, Ibiza, Subaru XV. Agree with most of the choices but I feel majority of the picks have CVTs which are meh to drive. Also, think that you guys should cap the price at 85k. First time buyers tend to be very very sensitive price.
That's right kia cerato is a really value for money car. Exterior, interior and performance is good for this price range. They are using 2nd highest avant gard steel. Solid in built and safety. If it's atrrage I rather go for mitsubishi space star Exterior and interior is good only the performance, but for a point a to point b is really good enough.
Love Idris' list (except the SEAT), cause that statement of having Korean/Japanese car first is totally agreeable. Although, I can't believe a Suzuki Swift is not mentioned! Anyway thanks for the 20mins of video!
Maybe you will want to try doing a top 5 of various types of cars such as Sedans, SUV and Hatchback? Or a top 5 CAT B cars? Would be interested if you make a video to intro on the new RAV 4.
I thought resale value should be a consideration as well especially when a proportion of first time buyers tend to look to upgrade their cars somewhere down the road.
lol, my first was Hyundai Getz then, can't get any cheaper(QQ/Kelisa was cheaper but...) and reliable than that. It's spacious for it's class and dun look half as bad. I did start off my shopping then with Jazz(over budget) and Suzuki Swift :P
I would assume first timer don’t have a car to trade in, and without the trade in subsidy the car will be above 100k(Hyundai and Kia), anyone have the information on this?
Wow cars in sg are pretty expensive. With SGD98,000 I can get a BMW M2 in Australia with some spare change 😂. For starters or first buyers, going for Japanese cars can never go wrong. Very reliable, cheap running cost, n low maintenance/service cost. My top 5 would be 5) Toyota CHR cute small SUV, 4) Toyota Corolla Ascent - pretty good looking hatch even though I dun like hatch 3) Honda Civic - sporty look, good pricing, 2) Honda HRV - great price for small SUV, ticks most boxes, great family car for that price, 1) Mazda 3 Sedan - pleasure in driving, excellent premium interior, awesome tech & good pricing.
I Enjoy the talk!Can you make more informative videos?E.g. How much does it cost to own a car in Singapore in terms of Monthly cost and how much should I earn in order to afford a car comfortably. Perhaps also can mention in videos why should one own a car in SG (if there is even a good reason to begin with 😂). Maybe your can mention why your own a car in SG?
So sad suzuki swift is not in. IMHO it's a good small no frills cheap car with a 1.0 turbo with the good old torque converter to give ample power to zip around. Give it a review and you will know what I mean. It's a good 1st car for new young drivers...
I have to disagree with Julian on the Skoda Octavia. It makes a better 2nd time car than a 1st time car, mainly due to the continental nature of the car and the DSG gearbox which needed extra care. 1st car should be something common on the road, easy to maintain and marketable value. Besides the suzuki Swift which I mentioned earlier, I'm also surprised no one mentioned the Avante and instead mentioned the Kia K3. The Avante is an easier 1st car due to the ADs flexibility in loans, insurance and price fixed even without a car to trade in. If you read the fine print, the Kia price actually includes an existing car to trade in, which a first owner will not have, they will end up having to pay more than the listed price. But maybe cos C&C blanjah you so you cannot say? Lol
AWESOME!! Thanks for answering to our requests!! This is what we need at this time especially when we can sit back and research on the new cars that are affordable and worth it! Totally informative! Good job once again! :)
I went with the Cerato as my first car because its very value for money and you get loads of useful features with less than 100k. While the safety features may be lacking, honestly i think the rear camera is the most useful feature for first time car owners. 126bhp may seem lacking for seasoned drivers, a first car owner like me wont notice it until years of driving. It is spacious and its posh interior is really suitable for a family of 4. Great content during the CB period, maybe you guys can explore into making videos such as introducing mods to do or not to do to our car!
no mention of perodua bezza or myvi, reliable toyota engine and v cheap maintenace and as reliable as hondas and toyotas...v affordable price tag too...
Noooo attrage is totally no fun to drive… despite being one of the cheapest or maybe the cheapest… I wouldn’t like driving this car at all for the money I put on it.
Any top 5 secondhand car recommended to get?
Perhaps next episode, 1st time buyer for a young family with 1 kid. Baby seat.
Subsequent episodes could also be young executives.
Another episode for people who goes for badges and look but not so particular with performances. (Controversial episode, could go viral) ;)
Another episode for people who wants large spaces that fits 5-7 people easily for a good road trips up to the north
Lastly performance cars for aspiring racers
;)
Words of wisdom...You look like a loser if you modify your Attrage...FACTS!
Enjoyed this version of SGCARMART'S creativity. Unbiased and definitely helpful. However,some feedback:-
1)Perodua Bezza is the cheapest brand new car in Singapore. Not the Attrage.
2)Depreciation. Depending on the model,popularity and other factors,costlier car might not mean a better deal. Agree?
2)Make other videos with higher budget in mind. Say between $100k to $200k. Should be interesting.
3)Also,can you guys make a recommendation of 2nd hand 1st time buyers. Not everyone can afford a new car.
4)Besides pricing,perhaps can include basic input/info such as reliability,handling and long term cost of ownership.
5)Sorry Julian, 1st new car should never be a continental. Korean or Japanese makes more sense.
6)Maybe can invite the public,like a guest in any of your videos. We can share info and knowledge.
Keep up the good work guys. As always, you guys are fantastic to watch!!
can u guys talk about depreciation as well? Been driving the 1.0 Opel Astra HB since 17 as my first car and its real life depreciation vs on paper is so ridiculously different. I guess its just a demand and supply thing here in the 2nd hand market but if u look overseas like in europe or australia, it holds its value way better.... And i heard that other non premium continental brands like the Skoda, Seat, Renault, Citroen and Peugeot suffers the same fate. Maybe its time for you guys to cover depreciation as well cause most first time buyers wont really know until they try to trade in or sell their car like myself. Thanks guys!
I think the Suzuki Swift or Seat Toledo would make good economical choices for the first time buyer
Nice review! Was getting worried when I didnt see about the Honda Jazz until the top 2 were mentioned :D I drive a jazz hybrid and although its PI, at S$75-78k it gives 20km/L, 138 bhp, 180nm and regular petrol car servicing fees, at the slight compromise of boot space and magic seats.
The electric motor powers the electrical steering, compressor so that at start stop traffic, theres minimal engine starts at all. Perfect for Singapore roads.
Also not forgetting the mod cul of jazz owners :D
What are your thoughts on it?
Please do an updated version for 2024 🙏🏻 Love this series.
If I am choosing the top 5 cars, It will be this
5) Suzuki Jimny (a person who just want style and forgo-ing the practicality)
4) Skoda Octavia (Ticks all the boxes, but slightly more expensive)
3) Hyundai Accent (a very handsome looking car)
2) Suzuki Swift (I think is most of 1st-time driver's dream car)
1) Honda Jazz (Really cannot go wrong with a Honda)
I more conservative, so I never choose car that is 3 cyl. Because it is not very refined and it is mechanically imbalance!
The new swift is a 3 cyl. However, I think the technology has improved quite a bit compared to 3 cyls of the past!
Watching this from a Malaysian’s POV I’m damn grateful for our car prices here especially buying a 10 year old car
Great video! Could do a bit more work on the audio. Hope to see more of such videos!
Am surprised no one picked the newest Swift, Seat Leon, Ibiza, Subaru XV. Agree with most of the choices but I feel majority of the picks have CVTs which are meh to drive. Also, think that you guys should cap the price at 85k. First time buyers tend to be very very sensitive price.
Great choices guys!! And yes the i30 engine packs a punch for its price.
That's right kia cerato is a really value for money car. Exterior, interior and performance is good for this price range. They are using 2nd highest avant gard steel. Solid in built and safety. If it's atrrage I rather go for mitsubishi space star Exterior and interior is good only the performance, but for a point a to point b is really good enough.
Keen to see the review of the Octy with the 1.0 engine and if Julian will still keep it on this list.
I'm quite surprised that the Honda vezel was not in any of their lists. Like, the Honda vezels are all over Singapore.
No need because Vezel has already become Singapore's national car..hihi
Love Idris' list (except the SEAT), cause that statement of having Korean/Japanese car first is totally agreeable. Although, I can't believe a Suzuki Swift is not mentioned! Anyway thanks for the 20mins of video!
A feedback: should stop or at least reduce his habit of playing with his goatee onscreen. Haha!
CalvinK let the man do what he wants
Should cover more on safety aspects of the car since it is a first time driver.
Hi SGCarMart Team! You did a video on first time buyers. Next up, what's the best car to upgrade to in the 100-150k range?
Maybe you will want to try doing a top 5 of various types of cars such as Sedans, SUV and Hatchback? Or a top 5 CAT B cars? Would be interested if you make a video to intro on the new RAV 4.
I thought resale value should be a consideration as well especially when a proportion of first time buyers tend to look to upgrade their cars somewhere down the road.
Yes the 1.4T pumps more power,But again the weight and maintenance plus breakdown cost is higher than N/A cars..
How about having a shoot-out of the Attrage vs Bezza for the cheapest new car in Singapore since both models recently just underwent a facelift?
After watching this video, I'm thinking either a Skoda comfort line or RS245(for more fun).
With current prices, what's your thought on Subaru XV? First time buyer looking at it now.
lol, my first was Hyundai Getz then, can't get any cheaper(QQ/Kelisa was cheaper but...) and reliable than that. It's spacious for it's class and dun look half as bad. I did start off my shopping then with Jazz(over budget) and Suzuki Swift :P
1. SKODA OCTAVIA
2. SUBARU XV
3. MADZA 3
4. HONDA FIT
5. SUZUKI SWIFT
Interesting clips...how about doing a clip on used cars (parf & coe)?? For a first time buyer.. used cars is too a learning car in car ownership
A very informative review! 👍🏻
I would assume first timer don’t have a car to trade in, and without the trade in subsidy the car will be above 100k(Hyundai and Kia), anyone have the information on this?
Good choices: i30 hatch, Jazz, Civic, Altis, Octavia
Hey guys just wondering whats the most common car you see in singapore? Like malaysia the most common would be myvi how bout singapore??
I guess it has to be the Honda Vezel/HR-V... They are everywhere...
Jon: Civic is good looking
Julian: Turbo drives much better than NA.
can you review hyundai accent myvi 1,3and 1,5 also the bezza attrage and space star
Wow cars in sg are pretty expensive. With SGD98,000 I can get a BMW M2 in Australia with some spare change 😂. For starters or first buyers, going for Japanese cars can never go wrong. Very reliable, cheap running cost, n low maintenance/service cost. My top 5 would be 5) Toyota CHR cute small SUV, 4) Toyota Corolla Ascent - pretty good looking hatch even though I dun like hatch 3) Honda Civic - sporty look, good pricing, 2) Honda HRV - great price for small SUV, ticks most boxes, great family car for that price, 1) Mazda 3 Sedan - pleasure in driving, excellent premium interior, awesome tech & good pricing.
zhuge liang you should replace Julian.
My top pick will be a Mercedes S450
surprised hyundai accent wasn't mentioned
I Enjoy the talk!Can you make more informative videos?E.g. How much does it cost to own a car in Singapore in terms of Monthly cost and how much should I earn in order to afford a car comfortably. Perhaps also can mention in videos why should one own a car in SG (if there is even a good reason to begin with 😂). Maybe your can mention why your own a car in SG?
Wow! This is very nice and exciting to watch! Great job guys!
common! should have the golf there! its under 100k!
So sad suzuki swift is not in. IMHO it's a good small no frills cheap car with a 1.0 turbo with the good old torque converter to give ample power to zip around. Give it a review and you will know what I mean. It's a good 1st car for new young drivers...
Wow. This is wonderful guys. Keep it coming! Enjoyed it
good job in making it fun
I have to disagree with Julian on the Skoda Octavia. It makes a better 2nd time car than a 1st time car, mainly due to the continental nature of the car and the DSG gearbox which needed extra care.
1st car should be something common on the road, easy to maintain and marketable value.
Besides the suzuki Swift which I mentioned earlier, I'm also surprised no one mentioned the Avante and instead mentioned the Kia K3.
The Avante is an easier 1st car due to the ADs flexibility in loans, insurance and price fixed even without a car to trade in. If you read the fine print, the Kia price actually includes an existing car to trade in, which a first owner will not have, they will end up having to pay more than the listed price.
But maybe cos C&C blanjah you so you cannot say? Lol
AWESOME!! Thanks for answering to our requests!!
This is what we need at this time especially when we can sit back and research on the new cars that are affordable and worth it!
Totally informative! Good job once again! :)
very very good video, keep up the good work guys!
Toyota Corolla higher specs although it with electric seats, but its lack of memory setting. Sad.. :(
Do a top 5 luxurious car
Good stuff guys 😃
Jon - youngster choices
Idris - uncle choices
I wanna say Julian has racer choices but ATTRAGE? 🤔
@@gabriellim2293 pssst. Jon's the oldest in the group and Idris is the youngest hahaha. Thanks always for your support Gabriel!
Wait isn't the perodua bezza one of the cheapest cars on sale now?
Best affordable mid range SUV
I went with the Cerato as my first car because its very value for money and you get loads of useful features with less than 100k. While the safety features may be lacking, honestly i think the rear camera is the most useful feature for first time car owners. 126bhp may seem lacking for seasoned drivers, a first car owner like me wont notice it until years of driving. It is spacious and its posh interior is really suitable for a family of 4.
Great content during the CB period, maybe you guys can explore into making videos such as introducing mods to do or not to do to our car!
Thanks for the suggestion! Cerato is a good car for a first car!
I think they forget 1 car which is Mitsubishi lancer for the first time driver.
Would it be possible to do a similar review, but a "Top 5 Cars for 2nd Hair Cars (Continental)" for what's on the current market?
I think nissan note or Slyph
I see that Jon likes those turbocharger haha
Nowadays people got money will go for more powerful engine rather than beginner car
no mention of perodua bezza or myvi, reliable toyota engine and v cheap maintenace and as reliable as hondas and toyotas...v affordable price tag too...
i tot the jazz was not coming out... phew!
Civic and Altis are SO different cars man..
aye that skoda in the video is not the 95k skoda HAHHAHAA.
I think the honda city
cls 350
Nothing compare to my Mercedes SBS bus
Attrage is not the cheapest car you can buy.
"None of the cars are above a hundred thousand dollars" - Me watching this in 2022 (sigh 106k COE)
Me too brother... Me too...
Noooo attrage is totally no fun to drive… despite being one of the cheapest or maybe the cheapest… I wouldn’t like driving this car at all for the money I put on it.
Lambo Urus lets go...
I think hyundai accent
can you ve
iLLE
Attrage is wrong choice..
Can we get some female perspective pls?
fast forward to 2023 none of the cars are below $100K 🥲