Articles about Small Cars

There’s a 1:1 scale model, too

The Fiat 500 isn't exactly a household name around these parts-Italy's tiny four-seat runabout never planted its wheels on our side of the globe. Ask around in Europe, though, and people will tell you the humble two-door

In form, if not in power or function

Until now, your options for three-seat vehicles with a centrally mounted driving position were catered for mainly by supercars and hypercars. Unobtanium like McLaren's F1 and Speedtail...heck, even Gordon Murray's upcoming T.50 supercar.Joining that esteemed list

Is this the future of motoring?

Small autonomous, battery-powered daily drivers-is this the future of urban mobility? Toyota seems to think so, and is even showcasing a handful of production-ready ultra-compact battery-electric vehicles (BEV) at this year's Tokyo Motor Show ahead of

What does Honda's smallest offering have to offer?

When we first met the all-new Honda Brio at its launch, it looked like an A-segment offering that ticked all the right boxes.Its exterior is arguably the most attractive in its segment thanks to more mature design cues similar

What model will get this first?

You didn't think smaller Toyota offerings were going to miss out on the brand's Toyota New Global Architecture (TNGA) did you?The Japanese car manufacturer has announced that its TNGA philosophy and technology will be making their way into smaller

Starting small?

Finally planning to buy yourself a car? If you're on a budget, it'd be advisable for you to start out with something small, practical, and, most important, easy on the wallet.Thankfully for you, your options aren't as limited

Big things come in small packages

We have a soft spot for kei cars here at Top Gear Philippines, and it's not just because they look cute. These miniature haulers are about as practical as cars get, and you simply have to hand it to the Japanese

It looks more energetic than ever

City hatches aren't usually the first cars to come to mind when we talk about sportiness. Usually, the segment focuses on basics like size, affordability, and practicality. Anything past that, like an energetic design, can be considered a plus.Honda is

Break out your wallets

It's finally here. Honda Cars Philippines has launched the all-new Brio in the Philippines, and we now have the vehicle's official local prices and variants.The Brio's new design is now in line with the rest of the

Presenting our version

Many people remember Kia Pride as that cheap little Korean car from the '90s. It was the perfect example of basic transport designed to get you from point A to point B. Powered by a carbureted 1,139cc engine that produced 69hp,

We’re all tired of just getting by

Monday afternoon, Ortigas, rush hour-not exactly an ideal setting for a Top Gear shoot on account of all the cars zipping about and the army of dog-tired motorists leaving the office. But for our subject today, these conditions couldn't

Featuring design improvements and an all-aluminum engine

It looks like Christmas came early for car shoppers this year. The Covenant Car Company, Chevrolet's official Philippine distributor, has just announced that the new Spark is now in the country, flaunting improved looks and an all-aluminum engine.Design-wise,

These things are adorable

Basically, practical automobiles are units that are easy to operate and maintain. Small or light cars are generally considered as the ultimate practical cars or "practicars." They have small engines that run with precision and consume less fuel and oil. Available in

It gets an RS variant, too

Back in April, we shared a photo of a mini car that Honda called the Small RS Concept. This was during the Indonesia International Motor Show, and we speculated that this could be a preview of the next-generation Brio.Fast forward

Still pining for these cute transports

Tiny, light and humble Kei cars are as synonymous to Japan as sushi and Ichiran Ramen-you just can't turn a corner without spotting one. But it's not just the novelty that draws people to them: Their miniature scale is

It's also a lot bigger on the inside

The littlest Audi is bigger than ever. And it's angry. Very angry. We're told those three slits above the colossal grille are a homage to the '84 Sport Quattro-a car with which the A1 shares literally nothing save for

Do you like the exterior tweaks?

When the current-gen Chevrolet Spark entered the Philippine market early in 2017, it immediately struck us as one of the better-looking offerings in its segment.This preception was largely due to the small hatchback's relatively bold front end and

We try Toyota's facelifted small car

Did you ever look at Toyota's most affordable car and think, wouldn't it be great if it looked...better? Yes, you'd be paying half of what an Altis costs, but that doesn't mean it

We are small. Hear us roar!

If you're viewing this on a mobile device and can't see the video, please click here. One of the best things about cars is that they come in all shapes and sizes. No matter your needs and budget, there's

'A great all-rounder'

What is it?The latest iteration of Kia's smallest car, the Picanto, may be maturing as it enters its third generation, but it's also getting younger--if you catch our drift.Topping the range is a sportier looking version called