Articles about Compact Crossover

A new compact crossover has arrived

There's a new crossover in town: the all-new Chevrolet Trax. The Covenant Car Company (TCCCI) has just brought in the latest iteration of this Chevy, and it's bigger than ever-in fact, it's actually moved one segment up

The Trax nameplate is back—this time as a compact crossover

In honor of its American roots, Chevrolet Philippines is celebrating 4th of July this year with the launch of an all-new model: the 2024 Chevrolet Trax. Yes, the Trax nameplate is back as a compact crossover, slotting above the Tracker and

We compare two of the newest compact SUVs to hit the local market

Several SUVs made their debut at this year's Manila International Auto Show (MIAS). One of them is GAC's very stylish new Emkoo. For this comparo we'll be pitting the newcomer against Ford's equally new second generation Territory that

Bring on the fireworks

We already confirmed earlier this month that the Chevrolet Trax will be returning to the local market with a new look, engine, and platform. We come bearing new details now: The official launch date for this new-gen crossover has been confirmed

To be unveiled in Indonesia this August 2023

Mitsubishi has just announced that it is introducing an all-new compact SUV at the 2023 Gaikindo Indonesia International Auto Show this August. A few teaser images were released, highlighting the front profile and surprising new collaboration.The new model, the first

Yes, that grille has fangs

Peugeot has pulled the covers off its refreshed 2008 and e-2008, and in news that will come as no surprise to anyone, it has been treated to a new face and a fresh LED light signature at both ends. Yep, it'

She’s the ideal buyer

The all-new Ford Territory was launched to much fanfare at the 2023 Manila International Auto Show last April 13. It succeeds a popular crossover that became one of Ford's best-selling models.Weeks after the launch you can already see

The Chinese brand’s newest compact crossover launched at MIAS 2023

GAC Motor Philippines started 2023 strong. Sales of the Chinese brand grew by 228% compared to the same period last year. What better way to maintain GAC's growth than to expand its selection of sports utility vehicles? Meet the Emkoo, GAC'

With the Toyota Veloz also thrown in for good measure

After a year of rumors, speculations, and teasers, the all-new Ford Territory has finally landed on our shores. As a refresher, it's basically a rebadged Ford Equator Sport, the compact five-seater version of the midsize seven-seater Equator SUV.

The Territory is now a compact crossover

After barely three years, Ford is replacing its strong-selling Territory with an all-new model based on the Equator Sport. If you've read our earlier news reports and features, you'll know that the next-gen Territory is slightly bigger

The Chinese gold rush continues

If your memory is struggling to keep up with the current influx of Chinese car brands, prepare to be challenged even more as a new contender enters the fray. Omoda, a member of the Chery Group, is officially coming to the Philippine

Diesel supremacy

In the early 2000s, the Hyundai Tucson Diesel and its Kia Sportage twin were the only alternative fuel choices in the crossover class. Granted, diesel is still petrol adjacent, but better fuel economy meant less pollution, overall.That benefit came with some

It will be an EV, too

Following the reveal of Peugeot's radical Inception concept car, we've been asking the firm's global marketing chief Phil York what it actually means for the cars he'll be selling. A lot, he says.As soon as 2024, Peugeot

It remains one of Ford’s best-selling vehicles

The past month of August marked two years since the Ford Territory was launched in our market. The fact that it was revealed during a time of strict lockdowns in our country was perhaps a big gamble for Ford Philippines, but it'

The updated crossover boasts a fresh new look and modern tech

SMC Asia Car Distributors (SMCACDC) is spicing up the local BMW lineup with the launch of its newest crossover, the BMW X3.The X3 lands in our market bearing that signature Bimmer look with a reasonably sized kidney grille up front flanked

Could the PH get this?

Chevrolet Philippines has downsized its offerings quite a bit since the car brand closed its factory doors in Thailand. Former mainstays like Colorado have since been relegated to the rear end of the carmaker's local lineup, with smaller models like the

One of the more versatile Benz offerings in our market

If you're looking to show off, you can do much worse than driving around in a European luxury car. Something from Mercedes-Benz would fit the bill nicely, yes? You needn't necessarily sacrifice practicality by opting for a sedan, either,

It might be wise to hold off and wait for this

Honda's crossover game has been on point as of late. There's the all-new HR-V that was just launched a few months ago, and we're looking forward to seeing the all-new BR-V make its local debut

The new model has been teased by Nexa, Maruti Suzuki’s premium dealership arm

After Suzuki Philippines (SPH) announced the discontinuation of the Vitara, we've been looking at other models from neighboring markets that could serve as a good replacement, such as India's new Brezza.However, an upcoming model in the Indian market has

The Mazda CX-30 looks sharp, but what exactly is the point of this crossover?

In the land of pickup-based SUVs, crossovers have an uphill battle to face. Crossovers typically do not have the ground clearance, seating capacity, or perceived robustness these truck-based vehicles have to offer. It's reflected in sales, too. Remember the