Wheels Asia|August 2016

Based on looks alone, the new C-Class Coupe would do well – but as a whole, does it impress?

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Introducing a coupe that could sell well in Singapore is never an easy task. But despite that, there are some brands that still managed to do so. For those looking for a coupe, there are a whole host of models that answers to every budget. You start with the stylish Hyundai Veloster, and can go all the way up to the BMW M4 Coupe. Look further up the price hierarchy and you even have choices from Bentley and Rolls-Royce, plus lots more in between of course.

Different people buy coupes for many different reasons, but for the volume-selling brands, looks are always the primary reason. Cabin space and practicality then follows, before finally, performance is brought into the reckoning. Which was why the Kia Koup sold extremely well, even overwhelming the local dealer at one point.

The other prime example worth mentioning to support this theory is the Hyundai Tuscani (Remember that?). Everyone knew it does not come with a fire-breathing power plant (it was only available in a 2.0-litre or 2.7-litre). But it still managed to attract a strong following based on aesthetics (and of course price too) alone.

For the premium brands, BMW has the 4 Series Coupe and 2 Series Coupe. Both are gorgeous lookers, and you can have both of them in a variety of engine choices and trim levels.

Mercedes-Benz has now hit back and have introduced their new 4 Series competitor, in the form of the C-Class Coupe. Available in three different guises - C180, C200 and C300 - you do not have to crack your brain to notice how Mercedes is going all out to steal some customers from BMW.

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