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“Now” Select the items that are selling explosively from “Vehicles”. Motor journalist Soichi Shimizu explains the background of the hit. If you don’t know a lot of “Gon attack” cars that are “bita bita” for consumer needs, it’s really dangerous !!

* This is a re-edited version of the article published in the October 2021 issue of “Get Navi”.

[Part 1]Electric output “double brid” compact

EV driving is more comfortable with a battery that doubles the output!

The “pleasure pedal” that can decelerate smoothly is very popular!

[Compact Hybrid]Released in July 2021

Toyota

Aqua

1.98 million yen-2.598,000 yen (tax included)

The first hybrid-only compact that has undergone a full model change. By simply loosening the accelerator pedal, the deceleration is increased by regeneration, and a “pleasure pedal” that can decelerate smoothly is adopted. It improved fuel efficiency by 20% and achieved 35.8km / L.

Motor journalist

Soichi Shimizu

Has experience in owning everything from Ferrari and Lamborghini to mini vehicles. I always give priority to cospa and choose my car.

A compact car for Japan that has everything

The first Aqua was a monster that had been selling for 10 years, but the new Aqua that just appeared in July is even more attractive. It’s a super bargain car that meets everything. The body is compact and boasts a convenient size.

“Compared to the same Toyota Yaris, the rear seats and luggage have a different margin. The wheelbase has been expanded by 50 mm compared to all models while maintaining the body size, so there is more room” (Mr. Shimizu)

The power unit is the same 3-cylinder 1.5L hybrid as the Yaris. However, the new Aqua is equipped with a battery that has about twice the output of its predecessor, improving the running speed range of EVs.

Safety equipment has also evolved to the latest version, and Toyota Safety Sense is standard equipment. The optional parking support brake also avoids collisions with stationary objects around the vehicle.

“A 100V power supply is standard equipment on all grades. If the tank is full of gasoline, it can be used as a household power supply for about 5 days, and it can also be used as a countermeasure against power outages in the event of a disaster.” (Mr. Shimizu)

All of these equipment meet the demands of the Japanese market. The Aqua is a compact car developed for Japan, which is rare in recent years.

[Trend point]A monster that digs into the top sales even 10 years after its appearance

The first-generation Aqua has been steadily increasing its sales since its introduction in 2011, and for a while it was competing with the Prius for the lead. It is so popular that it will be ranked second in the number of registered cars sold in 2018 at the end of the model. It is inevitable that the new model will break into the top sales volume.

[Part 2]Evolved name 8 back

The 8th generation of the “world standard” model realizes electrification and digitization

Easy-to-use comfort realized by advanced digital technology

[Hatchback]Released in July 2021

Volkswagen

golf

2,916,000 yen to 3,903,000 yen (tax included)

The hatchback benchmark with a flip-up back door has undergone a full model change. Mild hybrid is adopted in all models. A touch-operable 10-inch monitor and a fully digital meter have made it possible to digitize the area around the driver’s seat.

[Trend point]The number of reservations exceeds 1000 in one month, and expectations for the benchmark model are high.

Pre-orders started as early as February, but exceeded 1000 units in a month. Expectations are high for the benchmark existence of hatchbacks that have introduced mild hybrids and digital cockpits.

[Part 3]The secret of high driving performance is low posture

Pure sports with a low center of gravity using aluminum material for the roof and hood

The second generation is equipped with a higher-powered horizontally-opposed engine

[Sports car]Released in July 2021

SUBARU

FAST

3,080,000 yen to 3,432,000 yen (tax included)

The second generation sports car jointly developed by Toyota and Subaru is now available. At the heart is a horizontally-opposed engine, which is also Subaru’s mechanical identity. With a displacement of 400cc larger than the first model, you can enjoy a stretchy acceleration feel.

[Trend point]Rare domestic pure sports are inevitably popular with monthly production of 500 units!

Domestic pure sports cars are rare now. The brother car Toyota 86 is scheduled to appear soon, but the BRZ has a monthly production of 500 units. Considering the transfer from the previous model, there is no doubt that it will be popular.

[Part 4]The degree of perfection is Ultra C!

The regular model of the popular imported car ranking has undergone a full model change for the first time in 7 years!

Full of S-class design and latest technology

[Sedan / Station Wagon]Released in August 2021

Mercedes-Benz

C class

6.54 million yen to 7.05 million yen (tax included)

The first C class that debuted in 1993. This is the 5th generation with a full model change for the first time in 7 years. The new model is a mild hybrid or plug-in hybrid, and all models are electrified. Also pay attention to the luxurious equipment comparable to the S class.

[Trend point]Imported car D segment males have further improved cost performance

A core model that won the number one imported car D segment for five consecutive years from 2015 to 2019. While incorporating the design concept of the upper S class, the safe driving technology has also improved significantly, and the high cost performance is attractive.

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