2020 was indeed eventful and filled with a lot of new cars. However, it was also the year of many teasers and a few postponed events and launches. That makes 2021 a year that is rife with opportunities for manufacturers to launch all-new models and update models that look like they need a refresh.
With a lot of news out there on cars that are due for next year, here’s a list of the models that you can expect for 2021.
Chevrolet
The golden bowtie is winding up for a stellar year with three of its heavy hitters, the Tahoe, Suburban, and the Corvette C8, which are, at this point, all big possibilities. With their recent launch in their home country, the Philippine market will likely see the Tahoe and Suburban siblings come with a new and more powerful diesel motor. The Corvette C8 on the other hand will mark the arrival of the brand’s first mid-engine sports car to enter the local automotive market.
Price as tested (excl. on-road costs)
$22,085
The equipment levels in the Swift GL Navigator Plus are about what you’d expect for a city car at the lower end of the range ladder. The headlights are halogen, although the daytime running lights are more modern LEDs. The air-conditioning is manual although adaptive cruise control is a nice addition.
A 7.0-inch touchscreen anchors the infotainment and features in-built satellite navigation, Bluetooth connectivity, and smartphone mirroring for Apple and Android devices.
Inside, the GL Navigator Plus is trimmed in cloth – and a sea of hard plastics. It’s basic but serviceable, although storage options are conspicuous in their absence. There’s no centre console, for instance, merely a small tray forward of the gear lever and a pair of cupholders. The door pockets do cater for bottles, though.