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December 2025 1st COE Bidding Results – Prices Drop Again After Recent Fluctuations

The first COE bidding exercise of December 2025 has just concluded, and the results once again show a downward shift across most categories. After several months of volatility – with CAT A, B, and E climbing to record highs before dipping in the past two exercises – today’s results reflect another decline, suggesting the market may be stabilising.

Here is the full breakdown of the latest result, along with comparisons, analysis, and recommendations for both buyers and sellers.


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COE Results Comparison (November 2025 2nd Bidding vs December 2025 1st Bidding)

Category

November 2nd Bidding

December 1st Bidding

Difference

CAT A

$109,000

$105,413

▼ $3,587

CAT B

$129,890

$123,900

▼ $5,990

CAT C

$76,389

$76,501

▲ $112

CAT E

$125,001

$123,000

▼ $2,001

Summary:

  • CAT A, CAT B, and CAT E all fell again after a brief rebound in the previous bidding.

  • CAT C rose slightly but remains largely stable.

  • Most passenger car categories show a continuation of the downward trend observed since early November.


Market Analysis – What Is Happening Now?

1. Prices Continue to Cool After Intense Highs

Categories A, B, and E surged repeatedly between September and early October, reaching some of the highest levels in 2025. But since then, COE premiums have softened significantly.

Today’s drop reinforces the pattern:

  • High fluctuations earlier → temporary rebound → continued cooling now.

This indicates the market is gradually correcting itself after months of overheated demand.

2. CAT C Remains Resilient

Commercial vehicle COEs continue to hover around the mid-$70,000 range and remain relatively steady. The slight increase today does not reflect a major shift in demand.

3. Buyer and Seller Sentiment Is Shifting

The continued decrease in CAT A, B, and E will likely:

  • Encourage buyers who have been waiting for prices to ease.

  • Motivate sellers to lock in offers before used-car prices adjust further.


Should You Buy or Sell Now?

For Sellers – Yes, this is a good time to sell

Even though COE has dropped again, used car prices remain strong, and demand for well-maintained vehicles – especially those registered 2021 to 2024 – is still high.

At SGCARDEALS, we are still offering the highest price in the market, and sellers benefit from:

  • A large dealer network ensuring competitive offers

  • Fast transaction process

  • Free car valuation

  • Highest bids especially for newer cars (2021–2024)

If you plan to sell, this is the right window before the market adjusts to the new, lower COE levels.


For Buyers – This may be your chance

With COE decreasing again, buyers could finally enter the market with more confidence.

Why this might be the right time to buy:

  • Prices are softening for the second time in a row

  • Uncertainty about whether the next result will stay low or bounce

  • Wider choice of cars available at more reasonable drive-away prices

If you have been waiting for stability, this round signals a favourable opportunity.

Browse our latest car listings on SGCARDEALS to secure the best deals while COE is still on the lower side.


What to Expect in the Next Bidding?

1. Continued Cooling Is Possible

If bidding demand stays moderate and supply remains consistent, premiums may continue to ease slightly.

2. But Beware of Sudden Rebounds

In previous months, CAT B and CAT E spiked suddenly after short-term drops.A rebound can happen if:

  • Dealers push to clear year-end sales

  • Buyers re-enter due to fear of future increases

  • Seasonal demand increases heading into the festive period

3. CAT C Likely to Stay Stable

Expect minimal movement unless there is a major fleet renewal cycle.


Tips to Stay Updated and Predict COE Trends

  • Track COE movement across multiple months, not just one bidding

  • Monitor quota announcements from LTA

  • Follow year-end dealer promotions and sales events

  • Watch trends in EV popularity, trade-in volume, and parallel import pricing

  • Use real-time valuation tools to estimate your car’s worth before making decisions

  • SGCARDEALS provides regular COE breakdowns to help you stay ahead of market changes.


The December 2025 1st COE results show another round of price drops in CAT A, B, and E, continuing the cooling trend from November. While buyers may find this an attractive time to enter the market, sellers should take advantage of the still-strong used-car prices before they adjust to lower COE levels.


Whether you are buying or selling, SGCARDEALS is here to help you make the best decision with real-time data, the highest offers, and trusted market insights. Have you check you car's value? Claim FREE car valuation now!

 
 
 
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