Cars that will likely dominate 2018

Harrier, a mid-sized crossover, will just like in 2017, continue to rule the market, especially among high end Ugandan drivers. NET PHOTO

What you need to know:

  • Toyota Harrier
    The mid-sized crossover, will just like in 2017, continue to rule the market perhaps because of its sleekness, power, luxurious outlook and high ground clearance.
  • Toyota Wish
    The Toyota Wish arrived on the Ugandan market about three years and in 2017 it has been one of the most popular cars on Ugandan roads. It is one of the most popular estate car on the Ugandan roads offering more space and practicality.

The year 2017 has seen a raise in the purchase of high profile cars on the Ugandan market.
And just like the previous year, 2018 is likely to bring a bevy classy cars and some of them, as listed below, will likely continue to dominate the market.

Toyota Harrier
The mid-sized crossover, will just like in 2017, continue to rule the market perhaps because of its sleekness, power, luxurious outlook and high ground clearance.
The second generation, which is the most popular on the Ugandan market, is ideal for upcountry travels due to its high ground clearance.
It remains a popular car, especially among the middle class notwithstanding its slightly high fuel consumption.

Toyota Premio
The saloon car has dominated the Ugandan market since 2009 and is not about to be taken over.
The low fuel consumption, high resale values, reliability and low maintenance costs makes it an ideal for many Ugandan drivers.
Its four cylinder engines offer a high rate of smooth driving powered by good acceleration and high performance.

Toyota Wish
The Toyota Wish arrived on the Ugandan market about three years and in 2017 it has been one of the most popular cars on Ugandan roads. It is one of the most popular estate car on the Ugandan roads offering more space and practicality.
This makes the seven seat car one of the most stylish cars, which perhaps explain why the Wish, has become a perfect replacement for Toyota Ipsum.

Nissan Fuga
This car’s interior offers dimensions and materials befitting a proper luxury ride. The standard interior is warm and inviting, the seats are firm and supportive and the standard amenities are plenty. This is the kind of car many wanna-be-different buyer are betting on and it’s working, they love it. While the reliability and maintenance gremlins are still questionable, this is a car to watch in 2018.

Toyota Mark X
The executive saloon car comes with a beautifully designed premium interior which has made it one of the best alternatives for many Uganda drivers.
It has a distinctive outlook with unique headlights that are complemented with wide rare lights.
It offers a smooth and executive interior powered by a six-speed transmission.

Toyota Land Cruiser
The year 2017 offered Ugandan drivers a variety of crossovers with the full size Toyota Land Cruiser being one of them.
The Land Cruiser and its smaller cousin the Prado have been favourites among many motorists and are likely to dominate the crossover market in 2018
It is highly reliable, prolific and ideal for upcountry travels.

Mercedes Benz E Class

The luxury saloon car was launched in 2002 going through a number of modifications over the years.
In 2017, the Mercedes Benz E Class has been one of the most popular cars on Ugandan roads and is likely to continue dominating the market in 2018.
It has a luxurious interior with a well curved outlook that offers a generous appointment for both driver and passengers.

Subaru Forester
Subaru has gone through a number of modifications and it is one of the cars that Ugandans continue to fall in love with.
At some point, the Subaru, only appealed to a certain group of people. However, it has quickly penetrated the market becoming a car different age groups.
Beyond Subaru Impreza, the company has put out some of the most prolific models including Legacy variants.