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Showing posts with label Compact Crossover. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Compact Crossover. Show all posts

January 4, 2024

Hyundai Greets 2024 With Tease Of Refreshed Creta SUV


The Creta, Hyundai’s compact crossover, is due for a refresh and here’s our first look.

December 11, 2023

2023 GAC GS3 Emzoom Vs Honda HR-V V Turbo


By now, you’d probably think the Honda HR-V is my favorite punching bag; after all, it was the subject of our first head-to-head comparo I did early in the year against the Hyundai Creta. And it was a comparo that, to say the least, produced an upset with the Creta 1.5 GLS Premium winning over the HR-V 1.5 S. Now, here’s my second comparo of the year, and this time the mid-grade HR-V V Turbo is going against an unlikely rival in the GAC GS3 Emzoom.

December 4, 2023

MG Philippines Previews 2024 MG One Compact Crossover


MG, under SAIC Motor Philippines, may be gaining attention thanks to its aggressive push into battery electric vehicles, but they didn’t forget their bread-and-butter internal combustion engine vehicle. Case in point is the 2024 MG One—a compact crossover that will slot between the MG ZS and MG HS in terms of price and positioning.

November 30, 2023

2024 Kia Seltos Arrives With P 1.198M Starting Price (w/ Specs)


Kia Philippines has unveiled the new 2024 Seltos. Part of their strategy to become a more aspirational (rather than value-conscious) brand, it is the start of their five new vehicle launch salvo that will continue into next year.

November 20, 2023

Changan CS35 Plus And CS55 Plus: Raising The Compact SUV Bar


Being one step ahead of the game is what gives a brand the leverage to succeed. Changan Auto goes further, mastering the basics and setting the foundations, then breaking that glass ceiling to not only meet the needs of its customers, but also to exceed what is expected. With a legacy spanning more than 160 years and a formidable portfolio under its belt, Changan Auto has proven time and again that it is a brand committed to delivering the most diverse, reliable, and highly advanced products. Changan Auto is constantly evolving, diversifying with continuous research and development, to meet the needs of an ever-changing market.

November 2, 2023

Closer Look, First Drive Impressions Of The 2024 Honda e:N1


Honda is launching their first-ever EV for the ASEAN region, and it could be this: the Honda e:N1. For those who’ve been waiting and clamoring for the Honda e, we could almost hear your sigh of disappointment—believe us, we had the same feeling as well—but putting aside our enthusiast hat for a minute, this battery-powered compact crossover actually makes a whole lot of sense for the region.

October 31, 2023

Honda Will Roll Out More Hybrids, First-Ever EV In ASEAN By 2024


After the launch of the CR-V e:HEV, Honda is poised to release more gasoline-electric models in the near future. This was revealed by Toshio Kuwahara, President and CEO of Asian Honda Motor Co., Ltd and Head of Regional Unit (Asia & Oceania) at the Honda Journalists Meet at the sidelines of the Japan Mobility Show.

October 22, 2023

The GAC GS3 Emzoom Is For The Young, The Youthful, And The Creative


One thing that you can count on with car brands today is how incredibly creative they have become. Gone are the days when performance always held more weight than the aesthetic. Today, the personality of a car is judged by not only how well it drives, but largely about how the design and overall look could complement the lifestyle and character of its potential owner. After all, back in the day, aftermarket modifications were all the rage and all it took was a trip from the dealership straight to your favorite shop along Banawe for a quick upgrade.

October 14, 2023

First Units Of Omoda 5 Have Arrived In The Philippines


After previewing it to the local press in China (read our first impressions here, or watch our first impressions here), Omoda Philippines has confirmed that the first batch of Omoda 5 Turbo compact crossovers have arrived in the Philippines.

October 10, 2023

There Are Now Over 25K Ford Territory SUVs In The Philippines


The Ford Territory has once again proven that it is one of the best-selling SUVs in the country today with its recent achievement of back-to-back sales milestones.

The 2024 Subaru Crosstrek Is A Tito Car And That's Not Such A Bad Thing


On the surface, being labeled as a “Tito’s car” may seem insulting; after all, carmakers are always targeting the youth or youth-oriented demographic. However, in my experience with the all-new Subaru Crosstrek (the crossover formerly known as the Subaru XV), whether it’s by design or accident, its practical packaging and easy-to-drive demeanor make it the great car for those who’ve just hit their mid-forties. Let me explain.

October 6, 2023

Refreshed 2024 Kia Seltos Arriving To The Philippines Soon


After being quiet for most of the year, things are about to get busy over at Kia. They’ve just confirmed that they’re bringing in the refreshed Seltos for 2024.

October 2, 2023

For P 1.429M, Nissan Philippines Is Offering A Sportier-Looking Kicks E-Power Variant


Nissan is adding a dose of style to its Kicks e-Power SUV with the introduction of the limited-edition Kicks e-Power Sport.

September 15, 2023

The Mazda MX-30 R-EV Is A Rotary-Powered Hybrid That Can Power Homes During Emergencies


Mazda’s rotary engine-charged plug-in hybrid vehicles—the MX-30 R-EV has an interesting capability that could help during natural disasters and power outages.

September 8, 2023

Subaru Plugs In Another Niche With The First-Ever Levorg (WRX) Layback


After teasing it last month, Subaru has finally revealed the first-ever WRX (Levorg) Layback. Continuing the Japanese’s brand of coming up with weird, but commercially successful mishmash of vehicles, the Layback basically takes a WRX Wagon (aka Levorg Wagon in Japan), adds some cladding and ground clearance; and voila, turns it into another new crossover.

September 7, 2023

First Drive: 2024 Omoda 5


The truth is in the pudding, or so they say. After claiming that they see themselves as a global brand that’s taken the pulse of the youth, it’s finally time to sample Omoda’s first-ever product: the Omoda 5. How is it, you ask? Well, let’s put it this way: it’s taken design risks—some of which have paid off handsomely, while others don’t seem to go far enough.

September 6, 2023

Mazda Updates CX-30 For 2024 With Larger Screen, Improved Safety


Mazda has released a partially improved version of its CX-30 compact crossover for 2024. Launching first in its home market of Japan this October, these updates could very well make their way to global markets including the Philippines soon.

August 14, 2023

August 10, 2023

Meet The 2024 Xforce: Mitsubishi's New Compact Crossover (w/ Specs)


Mitsubishi has named its new compact crossover the Xforce. Rolling out for the Indonesian market first, but confirmed for the Philippines as well, this all-new model combines authentic SUV styling with a spacious and versatile interior and maneuverability perfect for the region’s tight urban roads.

August 4, 2023

Specs, Prices, Features: Everything You Need To Know About The 2024 Toyota Yaris Cross (w/ Specs)


Toyota Motor Philippines is adding a new compact crossover that serves as a shot across the bow of its competition, particularly the burgeoning number of Chinese small SUVs. Meet the first-ever Yaris Cross.