Available in two variant-exclusive paint jobs
We also compare the small Hyundai crossover with the new Suzuki Fronx
The Hyundai Venue has returned, and it will have to face some new entry-level subcompact crossover rivals that were introduced during its absence in the local market. For this comparo, we'll be pitting the higher-trim Hyundai Venue GLS against
More proof that budget small crossovers are the key to sales
Kia recently released its sales figures for the first half of 2025. So far, it's been a good year for them, selling 4,195 units in the first six months of the year. It represents a whopping 71% increase over last
From sedans to MPVs
Picture this: You now have a family and you need a set of wheels. More specifically, you need a reasonably priced car, one that can easily swallow up people, luggage, and everything your child needs.Sure, there's the secondhand market, but
Five cars and a fun bonus recommendation
In the market for your first set of four wheels? Is buying your first car on your 2025 bucket list? Look no further, we got you covered.Before we get started, a note of praise for the Toyota Vios and the Mitsubishi
by Billy Caluag
Getting the recognition (and sales) it deserves
We called it 2024's most underrated car of the year. With its strong value proposition, feature-packed variants, and solid performance (for a small crossover), the Kia Sonet deserves a lot of praises.Fast forward to January 2025, and it seems
Is it really an underrated gem?
What is a good daily driver? For most Filipino motorists it has to be pleasing to look at, decent in size, have a good feature set, and be relatively affordable. It's a tall order, especially the last factor. But the Kia
by Dinzo Tabamo
We also compare the little Nissan crossover with the Toyota Raize
Nissan Philippines recently previewed some of its upcoming new models at 2024 Philippine International Motor Show (PIMS). The Japanese carmaker's showcase included its entry-level mini-SUV, the Magnite, and for this comparo, we will be pitting it against another newcomer
Here are our first impressions
Kia Philippines has had decent success in the subcompact-crossover segment over the past few years with the Stonic. In an interesting move, however, the Korean car brand recently decided to replace that offering with an entirely new one: the all-new
Get personally acquainted with Kia’s latest subcompact crossover
In case you missed it, Kia Philippines officially debuted the Kia Sonet a few days ago. This Toyota Raize competitor comes in four variants, with prices ranging from P758,000 to P1,138,000.We've already given you everything you need
Toyota Raize, beware
Another week, another launch-this time, it's yet another subcompact crossover. This one's from Kia, and it's the official replacement for the Stonic: the all-new Kia Sonet.This new offering has a lot going for it, and it'
How will this stack up against the likes of the Toyota Raize?
Kia Philippines barged its way into the subcompact crossover segment right at the height of the pandemic with the launch of the Stonic. As well as that model did for the brand, though, it's officially been replaced as of today with
These would heat up the budget crossover class for sure
In the current state of the budget subcompact crossover class, it's pretty much the Toyota Raize versus China. Thankfully, another manufacturer has entered the fray. That company is Kia with its Stonic successor, the recently launched Kia Sonet.We're glad
We compare it to the popular Toyota Raize
Kia Philippines is set to finally launch the 2024 Sonet, its entry-level subcompact crossover. Unlike the older Stonic (a.k.a. the KX1) that had a low, car-like profile, the Korean carmaker's new little sports utility has a more
A few more things to sweeten the deal
It's already been confirmed that the Kia Sonet will be launched in the country sometime in June. The stocks are ready, and so are the reservation books. It's set to go up against the Toyota Raize, along with a couple
Reservations now open
A few weeks ago, Kia Philippines released a teaser regarding a new model that will be coming in June 2024. At the time, the company didn't mention anything yet, so it was a bit of a guessing game in figuring it
We’re keeping our fingers crossed
The budget subcompact crossover market is thriving at the moment. Case in point, the Toyota Raize is one of the best-selling models in the country. There are other alternatives out there, mostly from the Chinese, and those seem to be picking
We still think it has potential here
There's no denying the fact that ground clearance sells in the Philippines. These days, even the smallest of cars get a few more inches of ride height. Just take a look at the Toyota Raize and other small crossovers from
Any guesses?
There's a lot of exciting news over at Kia Philippines. For starters, longtime Kia Philippines Manny Aligada will be retiring by the end of June 2023. Succeeding him will be Brian Buendia, and he's excited to take the helm at
It was quite the busy week
It also comes with a choice of two petrol engines and five transmission options
It's time to put all sketches and teasers aside-Kia has finally unveiled the production-ready Sonet compact SUV.Here, we can see that the rendered images look basically the same as the initial sketches, save for the 16-inch crystal-
