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Will the Toyota or the Ford come out on top?
We here at Top Gear Philippines have already done proper shakedowns of the market's most popular midsize SUVs. We've also done comparos between multiple models. What we haven't done yet, however, is compare the segment's best-seller-the
Find out in this episode of ‘The Big Test’
Affordable crossovers from the People's Republic are a dime a dozen in our market these days. These bang-for-your-buck models have just kept coming in left and right over the past few years.Despite that saturation, however, there are
We drive them both to find out
If you can already afford a ride with more real estate than your average starter hatch, there's a good chance you already have (or are considering starting) a family of your own. Choosing your next ride isn't just a matter
A bout between two Japanese AWD crossovers
Over the years, the local automotive industry has become increasingly stacked with value-for-money compact crossovers, and the arrival of these budget SUVs is a trend we can safely assume won't be dying down anytime soon.Frankly, however, the segment
When you have to choose from a single model range
What's this, you may be wondering. Why are the same badges being compared, instead of different automotive brands like we normally do? Well, why not? Sometimes people hone in on a specific brand and just decide among what's available in
Pick one
In the blue corner, we have a car you'll recognize because they're bloody everywhere. Ubiquity, thy name is Fiesta-if you don't have one yourself, the odds you're closely related to someone who does are overwhelming. Yep, it'
A 4x2 is enough for most needs
Buyer dilemmas between similarly priced and spec'd models in the same segment are perhaps the very reason that we motoring journalists even have jobs in the first place. In every review, we do our best to be objective and to identify
Affordable, capable motorbikes like these can appeal to car lovers, too
Was it just a coincidence? Or was it dictated by market forces?Amid the world premiere of mostly prototype cars and bikes that reflect the future of mobility, Japanese motorcycle manufacturers Suzuki and Kawasaki took the wraps off their sporty yet affordable
A side-by-side comparo between relatives
The Toyota Land Cruiser is said to be the world standard for what an all-terrain vehicle should be. It is one of the most durable and reliable trucks in the world and will handle just about any terrain you throw it
In short, which car does its job better?
Earlier this week, the Zupra zaw off the BMW Z4. Apologies. That didn't surprise me. I suspect that BMW never realized it was in a deadly head-to-head with Toyota-The Germans were just going through the motions of creating
Have these models stood the test of time?
The midsize SUVs you see here aren't exactly new. The Ford Everest was launched in the country back in 2015, while the Mitsubishi Montero Sport came out the following year. The former will soon be replaced by a refreshed version (which
The age of the long-range, posh, fast, electric SUV is here. Here’s what we know
Small engines, big performance
Gran Turismo is used loosely to refer to just about anything designed to cover distances rapidly. Modern GTs are lighter, more fuel-efficient, and more innovative, but nowhere near as stylish as their predecessors. Still, with smaller engines providing double the efficiency,
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,
Which turbo reigns supreme?
Alas, the decline of this segment's popularity tolled the death knell for the compact-car tuning trend. Today, trucks, SUVs and other 4x4's rule the roost for enthusiasts looking for a daily-driver-and-toy-car project. But things are
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
Which off-roader dominates?
For the first time, Jeep's authorized local distributor, Auto Nation Group, is finally offering a Wrangler variant that costs just below P2 million. The Wrangler Unlimited Sport, at P1.99 million, is finally within reach of buyers who want more
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
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
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