December 2025 saw five new car models debut in the Vietnamese market. Among them is the Mitsubishi Destinator, a new C-segment CUV (crossover utility vehicle) that replaces the Outlander. Another new-generation model is the Audi A6, a luxury sedan featuring a redesigned exterior and enhanced features.

Additionally, Vietnamese customers welcomed the 2026 Land Rover Defender, a mid-cycle refresh. The Hyundai Santa Fe and Toyota Innova Cross also introduced new versions, expanding ownership choices. Below is a list of the five new vehicles launched in December.

New Mitsubishi Destinator

Mitsubishi Destinator launched in TP HCM on 1/12. Photo: Thanh Nhan

The new Destinator, a C-segment SUV, debuted in the Vietnamese market in early December. This model represents Mitsubishi's new hope following the Outlander's end of life cycle. The vehicle is assembled domestically and sold in two versions, priced from 780-855 million dong.

The Destinator's design is likened to a larger version of the Xforce but with a more masculine appearance. Its interior features a 7-seat configuration, a spacious second row, and numerous features. Safety technology includes an advanced driver assistance systems (ADAS) package and other standard features. The Mitsubishi Destinator is equipped with a 1,5-liter turbocharged engine, producing 163 horsepower, and offers the most driving modes in its segment.

New generation Audi A6

New generation Audi A6 launched in TP HCM on 4/12. Photo: Ho Tan

The new generation A6 luxury sedan launched to Vietnamese customers on 4/12. This officially imported vehicle is sold in one version with an S line package, priced at nearly 2,8 billion dong.

The 2026 A6 adopts the German luxury automaker's new design language, highlighted by a frameless grille, slim headlights, and vertical air intakes. The body proportions have been adjusted for a sportier look compared to the previous generation. The redesigned interior features three screens on the dashboard, including two integrated displays and an entertainment screen for the front passenger.

Audi equips the 2026 A6 with a 2.0 TFSI petrol engine producing 196 horsepower, a 7-speed S tronic transmission, and front-wheel drive. Safety technology includes numerous features, from active driver assistance to standard systems.

Hyundai Santa Fe adds Hybrid variant

Hyundai Santa Fe Hybrid during the Car Awards 2025 judges' evaluation drive. Photo: Luong Dung

Hyundai Thanh Cong introduced the Santa Fe Hybrid to the market, adding a new variant option for Vietnamese customers. Alongside the internal combustion engine versions, the Hybrid variant is priced at 1,369 billion dong, making it the most expensive in the Santa Fe lineup. The exterior and interior of the Santa Fe Hybrid are similar to the internal combustion models, with the only distinguishing feature being a "hybrid" logo on the tailgate. This Hyundai model is fully equipped with advanced driver assistance systems (ADAS).

The Santa Fe Hybrid features a SmartStream 1.6 Turbo petrol engine producing 180 horsepower and 265 Nm of peak torque, combined with an electric motor producing 60 horsepower, powered by a 1,49 kWh Li-ion Polymer battery pack. This combination yields a total output of 235 horsepower and 367 Nm of torque. The vehicle uses a 6-speed automatic transmission, incorporating exclusive active shift control (ASC) technology.

2026 Land Rover Defender

Toyota Innova Cross G variant at a dealership in TP HCM. Photo: Toyota

The 2026 Defender, a mid-cycle refresh, launched to Vietnamese customers on 20/12. For this new version, the automaker maintains the off-road heritage philosophy from the 1948 Series I model, targeting customers who enjoy adventure and exploring new routes. The vehicle is sold in seven versions, priced from 5,09 billion dong, and is officially imported.

The new Defender shows few differences in overall design. It features a rounded front end, bold sculpted lines, and wider fender flares, conveying a robust style. The interior design remains unchanged, with a notable update being the central screen size increasing from 11,4 inches to 13,1 inches. The cabin utilizes premium materials and is equipped with various technologies and features.

This British luxury SUV offers multiple engine options across its versions, ranging from a 3-liter 6-cylinder to a 4.4 V8 twin-turbo.

Toyota Innova Cross adds G variant

Japanese automaker Toyota added the G variant, priced at 730 million dong, to the Innova Cross lineup. This is the lowest-priced Innova Cross variant, 95 million dong cheaper than the V variant. The G variant is considered a replacement for the older Innova MT model, which has been discontinued.

To reduce the price, the Innova Cross 2.0 G has significantly fewer features than the two higher variants. It uses 16-inch wheels, while the two higher variants use 17-inch and 18-inch wheels, respectively. Inside, the G variant uses more plastic materials in the cockpit. The speedometer screen behind the steering wheel and the infotainment screen in the G variant are 4,2 inches and 8 inches, respectively, and the tailgate is manually operated.

The engine in the G variant is still the 2.0 naturally aspirated type, similar to the V variant, producing 172 horsepower and 205 Nm of peak torque. It uses a continuously variable transmission (CVT). Safety technology in the new Innova Cross G variant no longer includes a 360-degree camera or tire pressure sensors.

Minh Vu