Vietnamese people increasingly prefer high-chassis cars, which models are the most worth the money?
Recently, the high-chassis vehicle segment, especially urban SUVs, is becoming increasingly popular in the Vietnamese market. The proof is that names like Kia Seltos, Toyota Raize, Corolla Cross, or Hyundai Creta... are all in the top best-selling market, pushing sedan models out of the top position.
In recent years, SUV/CUV has been chosen by many Vietnamese users. In fact, this car line even accounts for the majority of total sales in the automobile market.
The SUV boom has created a plethora of small SUVs instead of just a few options like before.
Kia Seltos (639 - 759 million VND)
In recent years, the Kia Seltos has become a very popular small SUV, opening up fierce competition in sales in this segment.
This car model is regularly among the best-selling names in the entire market and competes directly with Toyota Corolla Cross for the throne in the segment.
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Kia Seltos. Photo: Kia |
In August 2021, Kia Seltos 2022 was upgraded compared to the 2020 version such as changing the new KIA logo; electric trunk; tire pressure sensor; high-end air filter.
This SUV model has a strong design, blending modernity with rich amenities, true Korean car style, suitable for the 4.0 technology era.
Toyota Corolla Cross (VND 746 - 936 million)
Launched at almost the same time as Kia Seltos, Corolla Cross competes with the Korean SUV. These two models create a two-horse race in the urban SUV/CUV segment. In 2021, Corolla Cross achieved total sales of 18,411 units, the second best-selling in Toyota Vietnam's product line.
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Toyota Corolla Cross. Photo: Toyota |
From a rookie position, this model quickly became the top choice in the current market when it regularly appeared in the best-selling car group.
In August, Toyota Corolla Cross also continued to maintain its form and was the second best-selling car model on the market. Fashionable, modern design, stable operation, fuel economy... are the factors that help this urban SUV attract customers.
Toyota Raize (VND 547 million)
Among nearly 20 Toyota car models distributed in Vietnam, Raize is ranked 4th in sales at the end of August. Launched in 2021, this car model has been well received by users and gradually become the main model of the Japanese car company.
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Toyota Raize. Photo: Toyota |
Toyota Raize uses a 1.0 liter turbocharged gasoline engine for 98 horsepower at 6,000 rpm, maximum torque of 140 Nm at 2,400 - 4,000 rpm.
Raize and Sonet create a fierce competition for the segment throne with equal sales.
Kia Sonet (499 - 624 million VND)
Frequently out of stock since its launch, Sonet is another successful small SUV from the Korean car company. From the beginning of the year to the end of August, Sonet achieved sales of nearly 6,400 units, ranking 4th in Kia's sales in Vietnam.
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Kia Sonet. Photo: Kia |
KIA Sonet uses Smartstream 1.5G MPI gasoline engine producing 113 horsepower at 6,300 rpm, maximum torque of 144 Nm at 4,500 rpm.
Along with Toyota Raize, Sonet becomes a popular small SUV choice in the price range of 600 million VND.
Hyundai Creta (620 - 730 million VND)
Creta sales topped Hyundai products in August 2022, with more than 1,400 units, ranking 4th in the month. The Hyundai Creta compact SUV in Vietnam continues to grow in sales.
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Hyundai Creta. Photo: Hyundai |
Launched earlier this year, the Korean compact SUV was at times sold at higher prices at dealerships due to limited supply. Currently, all Hyundai Creta versions distributed in Vietnam are imported completely from Indonesia.
