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The new Veloz HEV has just been launched in Indonesia
Toyota is starting to electrify more and more of its lineup. After the all-new, fully electric Hilux, the carmaker has just unveiled the Veloz HEV over in Indonesia.The Veloz HEV debuts with a 1.5-liter gasoline hybrid mill that
Our Big Test winner gets huge updates
The Hyundai Stargazer was given a heavy facelift a few months ago, and that version made its world premiere back in July in Indonesia. No surprises there, as the MPV is made at Hyundai's Indonesia plant.Given its popularity here, we
There’s nothing mild with this facelift
The Hyundai Stargazer has left quite the impression on us, being our four-way Big Test winner a few years ago. It impressed us with its comfort, performance, space, and practicality, among other things. The MPV has also become a hit with
Tasteful and functional improvements make it a better choice in its segment
When it comes to moving people around, Mitsubishi has always been there for the Filipino consumer. There's always a Mitsubishi model that will suit most motorists' needs, whether for business or family use.Few vehicles on the Philippine market-of any
The Xpander Cross gets a fair share of upgrades, too
A few months have passed since the updated Mitsubishi Xpander made its world premiere. It was first shown in Indonesia, but we knew it was only a matter of time before we'd see it in local showrooms.Now, the time has
It’ll be there until August 31
Earlier this year, Mitsubishi unveiled the facelifted Xpander, marking the second redesign of this current generation. Now, it looks like Mitsubishi Motors Philippines is set to bring in this new-look Xpander to our market.The Japanese carmaker just made the official
The front and rear look significantly different
The Hyundai Stargazer has become one of our favorites in the subcompact MPV segment. That's thanks to the fact that it's our Big Test winner from a couple of years ago, beating the Honda BR-V, Mitsubishi Xpander, and Toyota
There’s a strong chance of it
Hyundai just made a rather curious announcement over in Indonesia. During the pre-show press conference for the Gaikindo Indonesia International Motor Show, the South Korean automaker said that it will reveal 'a new MPV.'According to OtoDriver, the new model 'reaffirms
Does it have a chance of coming here?
Some folks might find it surprising that the Hyundai Stargazer has a fraternal twin. It's called the Kia Carens, and like fraternal twins, it looks significantly different from the Hyundai. The current version has been around since late 2021, and is
Is it still a good option in the subcompact-MPV segment?
There are a few models in each carmaker's lineup that you could look at and say: "Damn, they really got it right with this one." In the case of Mitsubishi, it's without a doubt the Xpander.Ever since it made
A much-needed model, we say
Here's a bit of news that flew under the radar. Daihatsu, Toyota's budget-friendly affiliate, has added an assembly line in Indonesia. What's the big deal, you ask? The new facility has the capacity to build hybrid vehicles.Still
Thanks to a decent blend of style, performance, and practicality
In a sea of budget-friendly subcompact MPVs, how does one stand out? In the case of the Hyundai Stargazer X, it does so with a good blend of style, performance, and practicality.It boasts a striking design, with a front fascia
The new version has been spotted
The Hyundai Stargazer made quite the splash when it was introduced in 2022. Launched in the Philippines in November that same year, the subcompact MPV has been one of the SouthKorean automaker's best-selling models in the country.It's almost
All the more reason we want it here
After months of preparation, deliberation, and testing, Japan's top motoring journalists have chosen their car of the year. After whittling it down to ten finalists, the jury have spoken.The Japan Car of the Year is none other than the third-
Which is the better choice for you?
For the most part, people who buy truck-based SUVs here don't go for the four-wheel drive model. However, it's become a popular choice as a family car, which baffles some folks out there. The thing is, do
Is it the MPV to beat in the segment?
Here's a line I suppose you've heard or read before (either from me or someone else): MPVs in the Philippines these days are a dime a dozen. Just check out one of our old Big Test episodes-there are plenty
Base doesn’t have to mean basic
It's been years since the all-new Honda BR-V made a splash in the local market. It was leap forward compared to its predecessor in terms of, well, everything. It rode better, drove better, had more space, and simply put,
That’s what this cynic realized
The Stargazer X. It's Hyundai's bid to make a top-spec version of its MPV that's somehow 'different' from the supposedly 'standard' model. Much like how Mitsubishi has the Xpander and the Xpander Cross. At least you can easily
A worthy successor?
There is a bit of skepticism when it comes to the Toyota Zenix. It represents such a huge shift from the Innova most folks know and love, so it's totally understandable. But change, whether we like it or not, is inevitable.
The Korean brand is looking to end the year strong
Car launch alert, everyone: We've got not one but two new Hyundai models arriving in the local market next month. At least that's how things are looking based on a teaser/invite sent by Hyundai Motor Philippines for a launch
