Car Profiles - Honda Odyssey

HONDA ODYSSEY

After offering the US based model for two years, Honda brought in the Odyssey sold in most Asian markets. Resides under the hood is a 2.4 engine having both Earth Dreams technology and lots of luxury items inside. It may look small but the price is now easier to swallow.

The Good: Uber levels of luxury for less

The Bad: Definitely not for those who expect too much

Price Range: P2,079,000-P2,433,000

Our Rating: ****

Last Update: January 9, 2018

Ford Explorer - Generation 4 (2007-2011)

FORD EXPLORER (2007-2011)

Although it arrived a little late, the fourth generation Explorer in Philippine spec can be had in Eddie Bauer 2WD guise. An update done in February 2010 had several amenities added including a DVD player and other power mechanism.

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Subaru Legacy Sedan - Generation 4.2 (2006-2009)

SUBARU LEGACY SEDAN (2006-2009)

The return of the Legacy badge after seven years, but as a sedan, with the wagon made available months later. Unlike rivals back then, this one can be had with just one variant, the 2.0R having a 2.0 naturally aspirated engine.

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Car Profiles - Toyota Alphard

TOYOTA ALPHARD

Well that was fast, the new Alphard is available months after its Japan launch. No more lethargic 4-cylinder engine, with the V6 remains. The same formula is there, but the large grille isn't for everyone.

The Good: Still the ultimate luxury cruiser

The Bad: A waffle maker grille spoils the fun

Price Range: P3,394,000

Our Rating: ****

Last Update: January 9, 2018

Ford Explorer - Generation 3 (2004-2006)

FORD EXPLORER (2004-2006)

Slotting between the Everest and Expedition, this SUV has the similarities of the latter in a small size. A 4.0 V6 which can be paired to either two or four wheel drive. The Eddie Bauer in 4WD guise came first followed by the 2WD XLT.

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Nissan Teana - Generation 2 (2010-2014)

NISSAN TEANA (2010-2014)

While other markets had this since 2008, it was a delay until two years later. Initially, the 2.5 V6 came in first with a 3.5 V6 launched later on. It was replaced by the Altima, essentially the third generation Teana (and the fifth for the former).  

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Ford Expedition - Generation 2 (2002-2006)

FORD EXPEDITION (2002-2006)

The second generation model received a host of improvements and changes. There are revisions in the suspension settings, towing capacity, seating positions, and other mechanisms. The engines from the previous model are still the same but were improved.

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Hyundai Sonata - Generation 5.1 (2005-2009)

HYUNDAI SONATA (2005-2009)

The first (and the last) Sonata in the Philippines to be made available with a V6 engine, which incidentally was the first to be brought here. This version of the Sonata gained critical acclaim but wasn't able to replicate the success locally.

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Mazda 6 - Generation 1.2 (2005-2008)

MAZDA 6 (2005-2008)

An update in 2005 gave the 6 one big item, a 2.3 engine. Otherwise, the standard fare of some new exterior changes and other upgrades are there. 

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Mazda 6 - Generation 1.1 (2004-2005)

MAZDA 6 (2004-2005)

One of the first vehicles that were launched during Mazda's return in 2004, this version of this 6 was short-lived especially that this one had been available elsewhere since 2002 and it was updated the following year.

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