Midsize mash-up
The midsize SUV class is on the verge of yet another heated war, thanks to some new models and variants entering the scene. In this battle, we look at two of the segment's top contenders in their family-friendly, top-2WD-
by Jason Tulio
Which is the better family hauler?
The Explorer Sport doesn't drive so much as swagger. Even before you see it, you can almost sense the big Ford roll up beside you at a stoplight. Such is its presence. And while it looked sleek enough when it launched,
by Jason Ang
Which one would you pick?
The HR-V is a nameplate we first encountered way back in the late '90s as the shoe of Voltes V. Today's HR-V is a slick piece of work, and arguably the best-looking Honda of the lot.The Japanese
Two wagons battle it out
The Mazda 6 has won so many awards and citations over the past few years that it enters this comparo as a favorite. And yet this isn't exactly the Mazda 6 that we all know. That distinctively slinky sedan has been
by Niky Tamayo
The two brutes duke it out
Ford knows trucks, and even its Asian offspring, the Ranger, is truly impressive. The last update saw it with a raft of improvements: electric power steering, more safety features, improved in-car electronics, and a refined engine that is less noisy and
Two hatchbacks, one winner
The third-generation Jazz remains a popular choice among five-doors in the B-segment thanks to Honda's premium brand cachet, renowned reliability, and clever engineering. Arguably, it's the abundance of space for a car in this class that has
Which high hatch reigns supreme?
CHEVROLET TRAXThe Trax is an interesting take on the hot subcompact crossover segment. Whereas the pioneers of this category tried hard to mimic SUVs in looks, the newer vehicles aim for a sportier, funkier vibe. The Ford Ecosport still carries SUV styling
by Jason Ang
We compare 5 midsize sport-utes
While the subcompact sedan segment remains to have the biggest volume in our market in terms of sales, the category that is currently the hottest is the one for diesel midsize SUVs. Yep, the segment that includes the most sought-after vehicles
Which one is the real deal?
Ford and Mazda may have gone their separate ways, but you'd never know it by looking at the BT-50 and the Ranger. Despite superficially different skins, these two trucks could be twins. The big question for buyers is: Which
by Niky Tamayo
The Big Test of the year?
As you know, our Big Test feature in our 8th Anniversary Issue last month was the comparo between the Hyundai Genesis Coupe and the Toyota 86--arguably the two hottest new cars in our market right now. Purists will complain that these
