Hybrid sedans offer a viable option for those who want a stately ride while attaining economical consumption.
Looking at the vehicles on the road these days, there is obviously a movement towards utility models as opposed to four-door sedans. But riding closer to the ground and posing in a smart executive-looking car has its own allure. And with the availability of hybrid options, this becomes a viable choice if you don’t need copious storage space, and prefer a tighter ride around town.
TOYOTA CAMRY HYBRID
This is the ninth generation of the Camry, which speaks volumes of its popularity and longevity. The latest iteration boasts a 2.5-litre Hybrid Electric Engine pumping out 227 horsepower, and a notable5.1L/100km fuel efficiency. Under the hood, the latest Camry is driven by a self-charging full hybrid system that is classified under VES A2 banding. While Toyota still seems lagging in its EV options, it has put its money on cutting-edge hybrid technology, which appears to be a good stop-gap alternative in the Singapore framework.
Chief among the latest Camry’s attraction is its promise of a luxurious disposition. Style meets substance in Toyota’s flagship sedan, and the all-new mode offers a bold, chiseled profile and commanding low stance with a sleek, aerodynamic roofline. A sporty elegance is afforded through a striking grille and hammerhead LED headlights.
Inside, the Camry has seats finished in genuine leather, complemented by electric and ventilated front seating that offers unparalleled comfort and sophistication. The panoramic roof fills the interior with natural light, enhancing the sense of spaciousness. Passengers at the back can enjoy a rear armrest equipped with intuitive controls for seat adjustment, air conditioning, radio, volume, and rear sunshade.
“For rear passengers, the expansive back seat features a rear armrest equipped with intuitive controls for seat adjustment, air conditioning, radio, volume, and rear sunshade, ensuring a personalized touch of comfort and luxury on every journey.
The wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto offers effortless connectivity, easily operational through the 12.3-inch Toyota Audio Multimedia system. The nine-speaker JBL Premium Audio system with subwoofer and amplifier provides more than ample soundscape.
The Toyota Safety Sense 3.0 suite of advanced driver-assist technologies includes the Pre-Collision System, Dynamic Radar Cruise Control, Lane Tracing Assist, Lane Departure Alert, and Parking Support Brake. Toyota Voice Agent further adds to driveability and safety. This intuitive in-car voice assistant responds to simple commands like ‘Hey Toyota’ or ‘Ok Toyota,’ allowing drivers to effortlessly access navigation, control music playback, adjust climate settings, and manage communications—all without taking their hands off the wheel.
PRICE
$285,888 WITH COE (As of 29 September 2025)
ENGINE
2487CC IN-LINE, FOUR-CYLINDER, HYBRID PETROL
TRANSMISSION
CONTINUOUS VARIABLE TRANSMISSION (CVT)
POWER
227HP
TORQUE
221NM @ 3600-5200RPM
0-100KM/H
7.5 SECONDS
DISTRIBUTOR
BORNEO MOTORS
T 6631 1188
HYUNDAI AVANTE HYBRID
The highly popular – and sensible – Avante gets a hybrid version, and not a moment too soon. Hyundai’s angular profiles now permeate through the ranges, and it’s arguably here that started this trend. The upgraded Avante Hybrid lines are enhanced now by exterior sideview mirrors with power-folding and LED turn signals, LED rear combination lamps, thin-profile front LED headlights, a stylish quarter glass cover for the rear windows, and 16-inch alloy wheels and tyres.
Hyundai’s ever-improving interiors are also prevalent in the car. The soft-painted interiors touch on the eco-friendly artificial leather seats, which have added ventilation in the Elite trim. The driver’s seat has an eight-way electronic control and memory system (only available in Elite trim), while the rear seats have their own USB-C charging ports.
The Avante Hybrid’s 10.25-inch cluster display and 8-inch audio display provides all you need to know and more about the car’s operations and infotainment options. Phone Projection allows the main features of your smartphone to be available on the interior display. And when you need to top up the juice on your phone, the wireless smartphone charger (only available in Elite trim) will certainly come in useful.
The 1.6-litre hybrid engine is at the heart of the Avante Hybrid, and the car now puts out 104HP and 265NM of torque. The hybrid system offers a boost in fuel efficiency and the car can now go 21.1km on just one litre of petrol. This fuel efficiency is aided by a regenerative braking system where kinetic energy on deceleration is converted into electrical energy to charge the battery.
Hyundai SmartSense’s driver assistance and safety features are found in the Avante Hybrid. Forward Collision-Avoidance Assist monitors the surrounding and warns you if there is a risk of colliding with an object like a car in front, cyclist, or pedestrian. It also helps with automatic braking. Blind-Spot Collision Assist sounds a warning with a rear-side vehicle in the blind spot while changing lanes. And Rear-Cross Traffic Prevention Assist warns you if there is a threat of colliding with a vehicle coming from the left or right when reversing. Safe Exit Warning is a useful feature that warns you of an approaching vehicle when exiting the vehicle after a stop.
The Hyundai Avante Hybrid is available in several colour tones including Abyss Black Pearl, Atlas White, Cyber Gray Metallic, Ecotronic Grey Pearl, Ultimate Red Metallic, Fluid Gray Metallic, Amazon Gray Metallic and Meta Blue Pearl
PRICE
FROM $204,999 WITH COE (As of 29 September 2025)
ENGINE
1580CC IN-LINE FOUR CYLINDER PETROL HYBRID
TRANSMISSION
FIVE-SPEED DCT
POWER
104HP
TORQUE
265NM
0-100KM/H
10.5 SECONDS
DISTRIBUTOR
KOMOCO MOTORS PTE LTD
T 6475 8888
HONDA ACCORD E:HEV
The 11th generation of the Honda Accord takes the car – and brand – into the next realm. The flagship sedan now carries the e:HEV badge, which reflects Honda’s path towards sustainability and continued innovation. Aerodynamic lines, minimalist perspective and a new, bold front-end highlights the popular model’s journey into hybrid frontier.
Honda’s “Creative Black Tie” design language is evident in the new Accord, which boasts timeless elegance married to modernity. Interiors boasting premium materials with touches of sophistication accentuate the luxury and functionality of the cabin. Key features like Honda smart entry with smart key, driver heads-up display, walk-away auto lock provide all the features that are important to drivers of today. In addition, the 12.3-inch display with wireless Android Auto and Apple CarPlay connectivity, 12-speaker Bose Premium sound system, eight-way powered front seat control with memory for the driver, and the one-touch panoramic sunroof counts as nearly everything you can ask for in terms of in-car conveniences.
But the new e:HEV, self-charging hybrid system is at the crux of the Accord e:HEV proposition. The engine comprises of two energy-dense electric motors, 2.0L Atkinson Cycle In-Line 4-cylinder DOHC i-VTEC® Direct Fuel- Injected engine, a lithium-ion battery and an innovative fixed-gear transmission, which all work harmoniously together to deliver the best ratio of fuel economy to acceleration in its class.
The advanced e:HEV set-up chooses from three drive modes: EV Drive where the lithium-ion battery supplies power to the electric propulsion motor directly; Hybrid Drive when the engine supplies power to the electric generator motor, which in turn supplies it to the electric propulsion motor; or Engine Drive where the petrol engine is connected to the wheels provide drive force directly to the wheels.
The Accord is equipped with a Electronically Controlled Continuously Variable Transmission (e-CVT) with a single fixed-gear ratio to create a direct connection between moving components, providing a smooth transfer of torque with a linear feel during acceleration across all drive modes.
The car comes with four distinct driving modes: Normal, Sport, ECON, and Individual. Normal mode provides a balanced driving experience, while Sport mode sharpens responsiveness for a more dynamic feel. ECON mode prioritises fuel efficiency. Individual mode allows drivers to customise settings like steering, throttle response, and more to match their preferences.
Honda SENSING – the brand’s driving assistance and safety system – is available on all variants. This includes Collision Mitigation Brake System with Forward Collision Warning, Lead Car Departure Notification System, Road Departure Mitigation with Lane Departure Warning, Adaptive Cruise Control with Low-Speed Follow and Lane Keeping Assist System.
The Honda Accord e:HEV is built in Thailand and comes in five colours: Platinum White Pearl, Lunar Silver Metallic, Crystal Black Pearl, Meterorid Grey Metallic, and Canyon River Blue Metallic.
PRICE
$307,999 WITH COE (As of 29 September 2025)
ENGINE
2.0-LITRE ATKINSON CYCLE IN-LINE, FOUR-CYLINDER DOHC I-VTEC, DIRECT FUEL-INJECTED
TRANSMISSION
ELECTRONICALLY CONTROLLED CONTINUOUSLY VARIABLE TRANSMISSION (E-CVT)
POWER
181HP
TORQUE
335NM
0-100KM/H
7.6 SECONDS
DISTRIBUTOR
KAH MOTOR
T 6840 6888
While SUVs may still be the popular genre of choice among Singaporeans, newer four-door hybrid sedans are now competing on a closer level in terms of space, features, and sustainability. These may be the models of choice if drivers prefer the best of driveability with a more executive stance.
