Toyota Land Cruiser Generation 8 2003 2007

TOYOTA LAND CRUISER (2003-2007)The original Land Cruiser (1993-1998) was dropped from the line-up but Toyota brought in this vehicle in eight generation guise in 2003. Local models gained TEMS suspension, active height control, automatic sound levelizer among others. However, the 4.2 diesel comes with a manual...

Used Car Review Volvo XC90 2003 2015

This Swedish wonder is our used car for this week.2003-2015 Volvo XC90HistoryThroughout history, Volvo Cars never had an SUV on its stable especially on a line-up focused mostly on station wagons (raised ones with all wheel drive are their best sellers). In 1999, the Volvo Group sold their passenger car ventures...

Car Profiles Subaru Impreza Hatchback 2007 2012

2007-2012 Subaru Impreza HatchbackThe Good: More practical and spirited even without the trunkThe Bad: Fuel economy isnt greatThe Say: There is no need to sacrifice performance on a different body.Go For: 2.0R SportAvoid: Price Range: P600,000-P850,000Our Rating: ****Related...

Nissan Serena Generation 2 1 2002 2007

NISSAN SERENA (2002-2007)Nissans entry to the rising people mover category, the Serena we got is based from the Taiwanese model. Two models with either a manual or automatic powered by a 2.0 engine comes standard.See the overview of this SerenaSee the Generation 2.2 modelFront Engine/Front Wheel DriveOWNERSHIP...

Suzuki SX4 Sedan Generation 1 1 2008 2010

SUZUKI SX4 SEDAN (2008-2010)Suzukis first attempt on the sedan race since a long time, the SX4 has the basics but this particular version did carry the weaker 102hp which made the car struggle.See the overview of this SX4 SedanSee the Generation 1.2 modelOWNERSHIP DETAILS1.6Years AvailableMay 2008-April 2010ENGINE...

Mazda MPV Generation 1 2 1996 1998

MAZDA MPV (1996-1998)With Francisco Motors having the E200 Power Van, Columbian Autocar Corporation imported the MPV from Japan. This one gets a 2.5 diesel engine and seating for 7, as opposed to the gasoline and 8 seater combination elsewhere.See the overview of this MPVOWNERSHIP DETAILSMPVYears AvailableApril...

Used Car Review Suzuki SX4 2008 2015

In a lazy Monday like this, Myk Belmonte features a not-so-popular nameplate around.2008-2015 Suzuki SX4HistorySuzuki has a history of vehicles which were produced for other manufacturers and vice versa, most of them are from General Motors that are sold anywhere else in the world. Other OEM deals are arranged...

Car Profiles Mitsubishi Endeavor 2007 2009

2007-2009 Mitsubishi EndeavorThe Good: Fits five comfortably, great road mannersThe Bad: Cheap interior trim, no third row seat in a family oriented marketThe Say: Comes prepared but overshadowed by more premium rivals.Go For: LimitedAvoid: There is nonePrice Range: P650,000-P970,000Our Rating: ***Related Review: Used...

Car Features Top 30 Best Selling Vehicles of Japan for 2014

Our third article for Japan best sellers is the year 2014, in what would be the last year for a huge increase but that is because of a looming tax increase that occurred the following year.5.5 million vehicles were driven off Japanese showrooms on that year which comprises of 3.2 million regular cars, 2.2 million...

Car Profiles Volvo S60

VOLVO S60This one looks more classy and modern than the one it replaced. Safety features like City Stop and some fuel economy measures like an energy braking system are integrated in one stylish package. Pick among the range is the 2.0 D4 while T6 is a redundant buy.The Good: More stylish than everThe Bad: Expensive...

Volkswagens T Roc revealed

Volkswagen has revealed its new compact SUV, the T-Roc, which goes on sale in Ireland in December, writes Brian Byrne.There will be three petrol and three diesel engine options among the powertrains.The car will come in FWD and AWD versions and sits below the Tiguan in the Wolfsburg companys SUV line.All versions...

Köping joins Volvo Selekt programme

Köping in Dublin has been appointed as one of three Volvo Selekt dealers for the Swedish companys used car sales programme, writes Brian Byrne. Köping is an existing Volvo Cars approved repairer.Every Volvo Selekt used car must pass over 100 checks and only Volvo Genuine Parts are used during preparation.Selekt...

Car Profiles Chevrolet Venture 2001 2007

2001-2007 Chevrolet VentureThe Good: Stable high speed ride, practicalThe Bad: Coarse engine, not fuel efficientThe Say: A great choice but other vans are better bargains.Go For: LTAvoid: LT PremiumPrice Range: P160,000-P300,000Our Rating: ***Related Review: Used Car Review...

Car Profiles Nissan X Trail

NISSAN X-TRAILBoxy no more, the third generation X-Trail (sold as the second generation Rogue in the US) has more space than the model it replaces that allows a third row seat. Engines may be the same but it is paired with Nissans XTronic CVT.The Good: A delight to driveThe Bad: Children only third rowPrice Range: P1,399,000-P1,728,000Our...

Car Profiles Toyota RAV4 2006 2012

2006-2012 Toyota RAV4The Good: Handles like a car, tons of interior spaceThe Bad: Side opening door is a liability, cheap plasticsThe Say: Not anymore cute, but a great bargain in the market.Go For: 2WDAvoid: There is nonePrice Range: P680,000-P950,000Our Rating: ****Related...