That’s one safe crossover
Available in two variant-exclusive paint jobs
Kia Philippines is giving its top seller a bit of a makeover: This is the Kia Sonet K-Style Edition, limited to just 150 units and going for P1,158,000 each. This puts it between the top-spec SX variant (P1,
The Creta crossover gets a baby sibling
Love it or hate it, Hyundai has applied a cohesive design language throughout its entire stable. 'Sensuous Sportiness,' as it's called, is easily recognizable through wide, rectangular grilles, sharp accents, and those long light bars Hyundai calls 'Seamless Horizons.' A car
by Billy Caluag
We also compare the new Subie with the next-gen Toyota RAV4
Subaru has finally introduced the new sixth-generation Forester in the Philippines, and it's now exclusively offered as a full hybrid. The good news is that this high-riding Subie retains its Symmetrical All-Wheel Drive system.For this comparo, we'
We’re not counting on it coming here, though
One could say that having a Honda HR-V is like having a slice of Japanese motoring. Known as the Vezel in its home market, the HR-V is one of Honda's best-sellers there, and you'll pretty much spot
Finally, an fuel-sipping Forester
There's a lot to like about the Subaru Forester. It's hugely practical, offers great visibility, and let's not forget standard all-wheel drive regardless of variant. One thing it wasn't was fuel efficient. It didn't matter if
The brand’s newest crossover is arguably its freshest-looking model right now
Suzuki Philippines recently introduced the all-new Fronx. It's Suzuki's re-entry in one of the most stacked segments in the market right now, and these are exciting times ahead for the Japanese brand.It's quite the looker, and
Rumble in the Fronx
Suzuki is famous for making some of the best small cars in the world. The Kei car specialist, though not finding much foothold in the vast expanse of the American highway system, has found its niche selling cheap economy cars around the
by Niky Tamayo
We also compare the small Hyundai crossover with the new Suzuki Fronx
The Hyundai Venue has returned, and it will have to face some new entry-level subcompact crossover rivals that were introduced during its absence in the local market. For this comparo, we'll be pitting the higher-trim Hyundai Venue GLS against
Wagons, ho
The past decade has been turbulent for Honda. The market's tectonic shift to crossovers has killed off the Civic and Jazz in several markets, while Honda's delayed EV push has left it with nothing but joint developments with Dongfeng and
by Niky Tamayo
It should pair well with the Forester Hybrid
The launch of the Subaru Forester e-Boxer is just around the corner. It's about time, we say, as Subaru Philippines once had plans to bring in an electrified Forester as early as 2019. Sure, they're a little late to
Hyundai’s comeback crossover is ready to take on the Toyota Raize
Just when you thought we've had enough subcompact crossovers in our market, a carmaker comes along with yet another subcompact offering.This time, it's Hyundai Motor Philippines (HMPH) with the, er, new Venue. This is the same generation as the
Suzuki has a new subcompact crossover in its lineup
After years of missing out on the subcompact-crossover segment, Suzuki Philippines finally has a new offering on its hands: the all-new Suzuki Fronx.It's the Japanese carmaker's answer to the smaller subcompacts like the Toyota Raize. It's
A well-equipped all-rounder with proven brand reliability
The subcompact crossover class is easily one of the most competitive segments out there. As buyers demand more for their mobility needs, it's not enough that a car carries a reasonable price tag.For those shopping in this segment, Suzuki has
It’s Suzuki’s fourth electrified vehicle in the country
After being previewed locally in June, the 2026 Suzuki Fronx has officially made its Philippine debut, arriving in the market with three variants and a starting price of P1.059 million.That price will nab you the base GL spec, which packs
But no green plates
Let's clear the air. During our drive with the Suzuki Fronx to Bataan, several social media users asked us if it was the next-generation Vitara-the answer is simply no. Locally, the Fronx is an all-new nameplate for Suzuki,
by Billy Caluag
Between a rock and a hard place
Kia has been on a roll lately. The Sonet has been a smash hit for the company, and we've had nothing but good words to say about the hybrid versions of the Carnival and Sorento. There's also the EV9 that'
It’s for the Indian market, at least for now
Suzuki doesn't really make big cars. If anything, its range doesn't go beyond subcompact models. The last time the company tried to make something remotely larger, it was far from a sales success. Remember the Kizashi? No? Exactly.With that,
New turbo with more tech—what more can you ask for?
It wasn't a surprise that the Creta was one of the first new offerings from Hyundai Motor Philippines when the brand was relaunched in our market. In a country that's crazy for crossovers, it was a no-brainer.That was
We miss the Stonic
The Sonet has proven to be a big hit for Kia Philippines. It's affordable, stylish, and packed with tech. It's even got a decent turbocharged engine under the hood. While that's all well and good, some of us still
Will the e-Vitara debut in the Philippines?
Suzuki has started production on the e-Vitara, its first fully electric vehicle. The first units have already rolled off the line at the Suzuki plant in Gujarat, India, which is now slated to be the carmaker's global EV production hub.
by Billy Caluag
