Articles about Midsize Crossover

This is the electric sub-brand’s first-ever model

You may remember that Hyundai recently announced plans to release all of its EVs under a new sub-brand called Ioniq. At the time, it also said that Ioniq's first car would be known simply as '5,' and that it'd

Another brand we wish was available locally

Here in the Philippines, many car brands and their products are relegated to the realm of 'if only' due to prevailing market conditions. Translation: It just wouldn't make sense to bring them over. We think, though, that cars shouldn't always

How much of an impact do you think it’ll make in the midsize crossover segment?

This is a big step forward for Geely Philippines. With the Okavango, the Chinese brand enters the class of midsize seven-seat high-riders-one of the most crowded and competitive segments in the local market. Not that anyone needed reminding.This

This powertrain is just as economical as a turbodiesel

The Kia Sorento is a midsize crossover for people who make full use of one. It's got loads of room for seven, four-wheel drive, and strong towing ability. On every variant.News, though: This one is a car people might

Not a bad price point

It doesn't look like Geely Philippines will be changing its gameplan-undercutting more established rivals by a considerable margin-any time soon. We've learned the pricing of its upcoming seven-seat SUV, the Okavango, ahead of launch and it looks

Looking for a little extra ride height?

Earlier this year, Kia gifted the car world the all-new Sorento. The Korean-made SUV intrigued with its new turbo hybrid powertrain-a 1.6-liter turbocharged gasoline engine working with a 44.2kW electric motor to make 227hp and 350Nm.

A Rover we wouldn’t want to get dirty

It's not every day we get behind the wheel of a Range Rover, and it's not every day that Range Rover turns 50. To celebrate half a century of rolling out luxury SUVs, the brand has even built the limited-

A father searches for an MPV that’s just right

Whenever we are about to head out of the house, whether for school or for malling, our two kids would often ask: "Daddad, which car are we bringing?" The "wife's" Mazda MX-5 is what they fondly call 'the small car,'

It will get the same 2.4-liter powertrain as the US version

We previously reported that the largest Subaru ever, the Ascent, will be making its way to the Philippines in 2020. Now, Tan Chong International deputy chairman and managing director Glenn Tan has revealed more details about the SUV.During a press briefing

In a factory 100% owned by Peugeot

Peugeot Philippines continues its successful pivot to Malaysia-sourced units by unveiling a more affordable 5008 last night. And when we say 'more affordable,' we mean to the tune of P1 million-basically lopping off a third of the previous 5008's

It's available with captain's chairs

It turns out the Mazda CX-8 will be available locally after all.Mazda Philippines has confirmed that the CX-8, which sits between the CX-5 and CX-9 size-wise, will indeed be making its way to our market. The

The summer deals just keep getting hotter

If you're in the market for a new midsize crossover, then you're in luck-the latest promo from Motor Image Pilipinas may be just the right one for you. Subaru's exclusive distributor in the Philippines has announced its special

It ticks all the right boxes

When I think of France, I don't automatically think of croissants or the Eiffel Tower. Well, fine, those things do come to mind eventually. But my initial thought is usually of Teddy Riner, a mountain of a human being who has

In this class, the interior matters a lot

Beyond just looking at the Hyundai Palisade at this year's Manila International Auto Show, we wanted to see what the interior is like. Given its P3,240,000 price tag, we figured it must be pretty damn luxurious inside.Well, our

Set to compete against the likes of the Ford Explorer

Hyundai Philippines is making perhaps some of the biggest launches at the 2019 Manila International Auto Show (MIAS). The Korean carmaker has just unveiled the Palisade for the Philippine market.Given its price of P3,240,000, the seven-seater SUV will

Does it stack up to the AWD?

I can still remember the feeling of driving the Mazda CX-9 Grand Touring variant last year. It impressed me in almost every way. Outside, its Kodo design was exquisite without being flashy. Inside, its leather-lined cabin and feature-packed tech

Our first impressions

For three days Hyundai Asia Resources, Inc. (HARI) took us around Subic and Bataan for the Hyundai Santa Fe Driving Experience. What a ride!This all-new Hyundai Santa Fe is a sharp-looking vehicle. It has a commanding presence, and is

Can you live without the toys?

A message from Mikko David, Mazda Philippines PR man (and a familiar name to loyal Top Gear readers) popped up on Viber. "Want to drive the new CX-9 Sport Touring up to Tagaytay? Let's have lunch at Botchi's place."

Hard to believe it's a Korean model

Hyundai Motor Company has given us our first official look-inside and out-at the next-generation all-new Santa Fe. It's just one quarter view of the front end and a shot of the interior, not a full reveal, but

To be revealed in Detroit