We also compare the little Nissan crossover with the Toyota Raize
The aftermarket industry for Suzuki Jimnys is massive
There are no official numbers on what percentage of Suzuki Jimnys out there are modified, but it feels like half of all Jimnys sold have been upgraded in one way or another. This has created a booming aftermarket industry for those who
by Dinzo Tabamo
*That’s if you’ll purchase one with a battery subscription
Here it is: The VinFast VF3 is officially available on the Philippine market, and as promised, it's very competitively priced.You may already be familiar with VinFast Philippines' pricing scheme for its electric vehicles. If not, here's a quick summary:
Steel wheels never looked so good
The Suzuki Jimny is easily one of the most playful-looking off-roaders available. That said, its appearance might not appeal to buyers looking for a more serious demeanor.Thankfully, this is a dilemma that can easily be remedied with a fresh
by Drei Laurel
Those decals are seriously taking us back
Ah, the '80s and the '90s. For many, these decades were considered the golden age of car ownership-a simpler time before information overload took over the auto industry with pesky over-the-air updates, digital instrument clusters, and Bluetooth connectivity.Admittedly,
Mini EV pickups, anyone?
Remember the Baojun Yep? It's a mini EV SUV that was revealed earlier this year, and it did draw some parallelisms with a certain small SUV from Suzuki. That aside, the boxy and retro-inspired interior drew a fair bit of
by Anton Andres
We got the answer we were expecting
When Hyundai launched the new Casper in 2021, it was an absolute hit among our readers. You guys just went nuts over this one. It was a mini SUV-slash-hatchback-slash-crossover with a small footprint, a small engine, and a
Is our market next?
Last year, we reported that India had refreshed the Suzuki S-Presso mini SUV and equipped it with a new 1.0-liter gasoline engine and additional features. Now, it appears these upgrades are trickling down to Southeast Asia, too.The 2023
by Drei Laurel
Yep, that’s really the name
A few months back, Baojun previewed what was said to be a mini electric crossover. At the time, the Chinese automaker didn't share much details about it, be it specs, dimensions, or range. But if you've always been curious about
by Anton Andres
What could this be?
The Toyota Raize's biggest draw is its size. SUV-ish styling combined with a city-friendly form factor and decent ride height? Consumers treated the package like a match made in heaven. But what if the Raize grew slightly bigger?We
by Drei Laurel
We mean that in a good way
The Suzuki Jimmy is a vehicle that's nearly impossible to hate. We have a feeling, though, that what tuning outfit ESB has done over in Japan may not appeal to everyone's taste.This is a slammed Suzuki Jimmy. And yes,
by Drei Laurel
Think it has a shot?
The Toyota Raize may have finally met its match-at least if the Honda WR-V is able to live up to expectations.Honda's right-sized runabout-which carries an energetic design and looks perfect for in-city driving-has finally
by Drei Laurel
We’d pull the trigger if we could
Move over, Toyota Land Cruiser. Our auction fanatics appear to have found a new favorite-at least for now.This section's new flavor of the month? It's the Mitsubishi Pajero. A handful of desirable units have surfaced on the online
by Drei Laurel
Looking forward to seeing the all-new seven-seater in our market?
We're willing to bet there's another new Honda that's on its way to our market: the all-new BR-V.Bold assumptions, no? Well, the next-generation subcompact SUV was just launched in Thailand-and as many of you
Especially for seniors
Is Japan a great country to be a motorist in? Oh yes. It has clean, organized, and safe roads that make it one of the best. That said, it isn't perfect.One issue Japanese motoring authorities are trying to address is
by Drei Laurel
We compare it to the Suzuki Celerio
While the Casper isn't part of the initial lineup of Hyundai Motor Philippines, we still hope to see the pint-sized crossover at some point. This stylish mini SUV is the perfect alternative to the typical A-segment hatchback.Today, we'
Spot the difference
Earlier, we reported that the new Suzuki Ertiga had been launched in the Indian market sporting some aesthetic tweaks inside and out. Well, its more rugged sibling, the 2022 XL6 (known as the XL7 within our borders) has surfaced as well. The
by Drei Laurel
In case you need to move cargo instead of passengers
Small cars and tons of cargo aren't usually a recipe for success. Sure, once in a while you might find yourself forced to pack a subcompact car to the brim just to make do. But it isn't an ideal solution.
by Drei Laurel
*In India, anyway
Remember the Hyundai Casper? You guys fell in love with the thing on account of its quirky design and fashionable interior. Let's face it, though: The main draw there was its ridiculously affordable 13,850,000 Korean won (P590,000) starting
by Drei Laurel
Yikes
Is a brand-new Suzuki Jimny still a goal you're working towards this year? Well, tough luck, because Suzuki Philippines has kicked off 2022 by jacking up the mini SUV's starting price.If you visit the Japanese car manufacturer's
by Drei Laurel
Suzuki might want to take notes
Earlier this month, we reported that a handful of students from the Nihon Automobile College vocational school in Japan were hard at work building a five-door Suzuki Jimmy for the 2022 Tokyo Auto Salon (TAS). At the time, though, images of
by Drei Laurel
