Car Examples by Type
Study these before competition day. Know the specs, know the quirks, know the review angles.
ICE — Combustion Engine
The bread and butter. You'll likely get one of these. Know engine specs, fuel economy, and sound character.
| Model | Engine | Power | Price | Review Angle |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Toyota Avanza | 1.5L 4-cyl | 105 hp | ~Rp 240 juta | Best seller. Does it deserve it? Practical, not exciting. |
| Toyota Kijang Innova Reborn | 2.4L Diesel | 149 hp | ~Rp 370 juta | King of MPV. Diesel RWD. How does it drive empty vs full? |
| Toyota Fortuner | 2.4L Diesel Turbo | 150 hp | ~Rp 550 juta | Ladder-frame SUV. Status symbol. Ride quality vs capability. |
| Mitsubishi Xpander | 1.5L 4-cyl | 105 hp | ~Rp 250 juta | MPV with SUV styling. Design-first approach. Does it work? |
| Honda Brio | 1.2L 4-cyl | 90 hp | ~Rp 170 juta | Fun small car. Sporty RS variant. Best value hatch? |
| Toyota Hilux | 2.4L Diesel Turbo | 150 hp | ~Rp 350 juta | Pickup. Workhorse vs lifestyle. Ride quality unladen. |
| Suzuki Ertiga | 1.5L 4-cyl | 105 hp | ~Rp 235 juta | Budget MPV king. Light, efficient, basic but honest. |
| Honda CR-V | 1.5L Turbo | 190 hp | ~Rp 530 juta | Segment benchmark. Turbo character. Is it still the one to beat? |
Study focus:
For any ICE, know the engine sound at startup, fuel economy city vs highway, and transmission behavior. These are the 3 things that define the driving character.
EV — Electric Vehicle
The market is exploding. Chinese brands dominate price. Korean/Japanese bring quality. Tesla brings hype.
| Model | Battery | Range | Price | Review Angle |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| BYD Dolphin | 44.9 kWh | 427 km | ~Rp 379 juta | Best value EV. Build quality surprise. Real range test. |
| Wuling Air EV | 26.7 kWh | 300 km | ~Rp 250 juta | Cheapest EV. City car. Is it enough for daily use? |
| BYD Atto 3 | 60.5 kWh | 480 km | ~Rp 465 juta | Crossover EV. Tech-heavy interior. Driving feel. |
| Tesla Model 3 | 57.5 kWh | 513 km | ~Rp 630 juta | The reference. Autopilot, OTA updates, Supercharger network. |
| Neta X | 51.8 kWh | 401 km | ~Rp 350 juta | Chinese value play. Features vs brand trust. |
| Hyundai Ioniq 5 | 58 kWh | 384 km | ~Rp 750 juta | 800V fast charge. Retro-futurist design. V2L feature. |
| MG4 Electric | 51 kWh | 412 km | ~Rp 400 juta | RWD hot hatch. Fun-to-drive EV. Handling focus. |
| Chery eQ7 | 61.5 kWh | 500 km | ~Rp 450 juta | SUV EV. Biggest range in class. Charging speed. |
Study focus:
For any EV, know: real-world range (WLTP × 0.75), charging time 10-80%, and the 0-100 acceleration. Also check: does it have V2L (vehicle to load)? That's a great talking point.
Hybrid (HEV)
Toyota dominates. Honda competes. Chinese brands entering. Key question: does the hybrid system actually save fuel in real driving?
| Model | System | Fuel Economy | Price | Review Angle |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Toyota Avanza/Veloz Hybrid | 1.5L + Motor | ~22 km/L | ~Rp 310 juta | Hybrid MPV for the masses. Real fuel test is the story. |
| Toyota Innova Zenix HEV | 2.0L + Motor | ~20 km/L | ~Rp 530 juta | Innova goes hybrid. TNGA platform. Revolution or evolution? |
| Honda HR-V Hybrid | 1.5L + Motor | ~21 km/L | ~Rp 540 juta | e:HEV system. When does engine vs motor kick in? |
| Toyota Yaris Cross Hybrid | 1.5L + Motor | ~25 km/L | ~Rp 400 juta | Compact SUV hybrid. Best fuel economy in segment. |
| Toyota Corolla Cross Hybrid | 1.8L + Motor | ~22 km/L | ~Rp 520 juta | Premium compact SUV. THS II refinement. |
| Suzuki Fronx Hybrid | 1.5L + Motor | ~24 km/L | ~Rp 320 juta | Mild hybrid or strong? How much does the motor help? |
| Toyota Camry Hybrid | 2.5L + Motor | ~23 km/L | ~Rp 760 juta | Sedan hybrid luxury. Ride comfort + efficiency combo. |
Study focus:
For any hybrid, know: the EV mode range (usually 1-3 km), the fuel economy city vs highway, and when the engine kicks in. Film the energy flow display — it's your best B-roll.
PHEV — Plug-in Hybrid
Chinese brands own the affordable PHEV space. JP/EU stay premium. The story: charged vs uncharged efficiency.
| Model | Battery / EV Range | System Power | Price | Review Angle |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| BYD M6 DM | 18.3 kWh / 80 km | ~197 hp | Rp 298 juta | Cheapest PHEV in Indonesia. Is it worth it? Value play. |
| Wuling Eksion PHEV | 15.7 kWh / 60 km | ~204 hp | Rp 449 juta | PHEV MPV. Family use. Charging convenience. |
| Wuling Darion PHEV | 15.7 kWh / 65 km | ~204 hp | Rp 449 juta | Sedan PHEV. Rare form factor. Efficiency story. |
| Chery Tiggo 8 CSH | 19.3 kWh / 85 km | ~270 hp | Rp 450 juta | 7-seater PHEV. Best seller in class. Practical + efficient. |
| Geely Starray EM-i | 18.9 kWh / 100 km | ~218 hp | Rp 499 juta | Longest EV range in class. Can it truly do 100 km electric? |
| Jaecoo J8 SHS | 24.6 kWh / 110 km | ~326 hp | Rp 828 juta | Premium PHEV SUV. Biggest battery. Most power. |
| Mazda CX-80 | 17.8 kWh / 60 km | ~327 hp | ~Rp 1,1 miliar | Japanese premium PHEV. PHEV + luxury. Build quality vs price. |
| Lexus NX 450h+ | 18.1 kWh / 60 km | ~306 hp | ~Rp 1,6 miliar | Lexus PHEV. Luxury + efficiency. Is the premium justified? |
Study focus:
For any PHEV, you MUST answer: (1) How far on electric only? (2) What's fuel economy when battery is dead? (3) How long to charge at home? These 3 questions define the PHEV experience.
Luxury Class
It's all about justification. Why is this worth [X]? The answer is always in the details.
| Model | Engine / Motor | Key Feature | Price | Review Angle |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| BMW 5 Series / i5 | 2.0L Turbo / Electric | Curved display, Bowers & Wilkins | ~Rp 1,2 miliar | Business sedan. Tech vs tradition. i5 vs 5 Series. |
| Mercedes-Benz E-Class | 2.0L Turbo | MBUX, rear comfort | ~Rp 1,3 miliar | The benchmark. Interior luxury. Is it still the king? |
| Lexus ES | 2.5L / Hybrid | Silent cabin, Mark Levinson | ~Rp 1,1 miliar | Comfort-focused. Silence as a feature. Ride quality. |
| Volvo XC60 | 2.0L Turbo | Google built-in, safety | ~Rp 1,1 miliar | Scandinavian luxury. Safety-first philosophy. Design. |
| Porsche Cayenne | 3.0L Turbo | Performance SUV | ~Rp 2,5 miliar | Sporty luxury. Does an SUV handle like a Porsche? |
| Range Rover | 3.0L Turbo | Off-road luxury | ~Rp 3,5 miliar | The ultimate status SUV. Does it drive as good as it looks? |
| Lexus LX 600 | 3.5L Twin-Turbo V6 | Off-road flagship | ~Rp 3,2 miliar | Land Cruiser in luxury suit. Capability vs comfort balance. |
| Denza D9 | DM-i PHEV / Pure EV | MPV luxury, best seller | ~Rp 1,5 miliar | Chinese luxury disruptor. Can it rival Alphard? |
Study focus:
For any luxury car, know: (1) the brand heritage (why does this badge matter?), (2) 3 specific premium features that cheaper cars don't have, (3) the price vs a well-specced mainstream car. The verdict is always "who is this FOR?"
How to Practice
Before competition day:
- Watch 2-3 YouTube reviews of each car type (Fitra Eri, Ridwan Hanif, AutonetMagz)
- Note the key specs for 2-3 models per category — don't memorize, know the ballpark
- For your weakest category, watch 5 reviews and note what reviewers focus on
- Practice saying specs out loud — "Toyota Avanza, 1.5 liter, 105 horsepower, harga 240 jutaan"
- Build mental "if I get this car, I talk about X" triggers for each type