A closer look at BYD’s plush new people-hauler
It’ll be on display at the SMX Convention Center this weekend
Yep, you guessed it-it's another new model from BYD Cars Philippines. The Chinese automaker continues its quest to cover every nook and cranny of the market there is, and this new people-hauler is what's up nextThis is the
Think Alphard, but in Hangul
While not touted as a luxury minivan per se, the Kia Carnival is one of the nicest ways to move around the country. But over in its home market of South Korea, there's an even plusher luxury model called the Hi-
It gets a refreshed look and a plusher interior
The Toyota Alphard practically has the luxury van market cornered, but that isn't stopping a whole host of automakers from at least trying to build something that matches it. Mercedes-Benz was one of the first with the V-Class from
The all-new Elgrand is finally coming
During the 2023 Japan Mobility Show, Nissan shocked the crowd with the Hyper Force concept. In essence, it was the brand showing where the next-generation GT-R is headed. But some folks seem to forget that there was another edgy concept
The name says it all
There's no shortage of luxury vans that aim to offer the business class experience on the road. At the top of our heads, there's the Toyota Alphard, as well as its, ehem, first-class version, the Lexus LM. There's
A potential game changer?
Say luxury minivan and the first thing on most people's minds is the Toyota Alphard. We can't blame them, though, as the luxurious Toyota van has been the de facto king in that class for quite some time already.That
It’s still a plush ride, too
We all know the Toyota Alphard as a plush, leather-lined luxury van. For those who want an even more opulent version, there's the Lexus LM to go along with it. But over in Japan, the Alphard is a more mainstream
It's a 300hp generator
There's a lot to like about the Toyota Alphard. It's plush, comfortable, and spacious, giving its occupants the business class treatment while on the road. However, the latest generation is rather limited in terms of electrified engine choices.At the
BYD is aiming high with this one
One can say that the luxury MPV/minivan market has boomed over the last few years thanks to one particular model. We are, of course, talking about the Toyota Alphard. Since it was released in the Philippines, we've been seeing an
A tough one, this
Oh Toyota Alphard, look at what you've started.Before the arrival of the first model (technically second-gen) in the country in 2010, the luxury minivan market was, quite frankly, barren. Sure, Nissan had a crack at it in the mid-
At least in Japan, that is
What's better than a luxurious seven-seater luxury van like the Lexus LM? Why, a six-seater version of it, of course.Lexus has just introduced the new six-seat variant in its home market of Japan. Dubbed the Executive L
Who’s the boss?
With the GM8 luxury MPV, GAC took a big risk in trying to match the mighty Toyota Alphard-considered by many the ultimate luxury MPV. But while the GM8 boasted great luxury, its styling was a bit too generic for a target
by Niky Tamayo
Come peek at that interior
Clive Sutton-the dealer and conversion house behind the most powerful Mustang and this monster Shelby Truck-has revealed its latest creation. Behold, an ultra-luxury Mercedes-Benz Sprinter van-turned-bus seemingly perfect for the Taylor Swifts of this world.Almost
by Cat Dow
Years from now, perhaps this is what luxury people movers would look like
Nissan has revealed another concept bound for this week's Japan Mobility Show, and it laughs in the face of yer lithe two-seat sports cars or socking great SUVs.Because it's a van. A socking great, angular, cabin-orientated, fully-
by Vijay Pattni
It's the angrier-looking twin
The Alphard has been a surprise global hit for Toyota since it was introduced over 20 years ago. The (not so) minivan was offered in many flavors, from entry-level to luxurious. Of course, what most of us know is the latter
Meet Lexus’ second-gen ultra-lux van
After a relatively short production cycle of four years, Lexus has introduced the all-new, second-generation of the LM for the 2024 model year. Unveiled during this year's Auto Shanghai, the redesigned luxury van also serves as a preview for
It will premiere at Auto Shanghai 2023
Believe it or not, it has been four years since Lexus introduced the LM luxury van. The Alphard-based Lexus was first introduced in 2019 and eventually made its way to the Philippines in 2021. But after a short production cycle, Lexus
This minivan is ballin’
If you're in the market for a luxury minivan, the Kia Carnival is one model worth considering. It's got a well-appointed interior, plush seating, loaded with tech, and most importantly, has a comfortable ride. For most of us here
So, is it an MG or a Maxus?
When it comes to luxury vans, one model usually comes to mind, and that's the Toyota Alphard. However, MG is throwing its hat into the ring with a potential all-electric alternative...or is it Maxus?Now, the reason for this
They're THAT comfy
We're pretty big fans of luxury here at Top Gear PH. It's the theme of the current issue of our magazine, after all. So when we got the chance to check out these pimped-out Toyota Hiace vans made by
by Jason Tulio
