Quickie Used Car Review - Toyota Fortuner (2005-2015)

2005-2015 Toyota Fortuner

The Good: Wide variety of engines and examples in the market, durable

The Bad: Some unrefinement, 2.5 non-VNT lacks oomph

The Say: Despite the influx of new competitors, the Fortuner is a great buy in the market.

Go For: 3.0 V
Avoid: 2.7 G

Price Range: P550,000-P1,250,000
Our Rating: ****

Full Review: Used Car Review - Toyota Fortuner (2005-2015)
Latest vehicle profile: Toyota Fortuner

See the different versions of this vehicle:
2005-2008
2008-2011
2011-Current non-VNT/VNT

Quickie Used Car Review - Chevrolet Optra Wagon (2006-2009)

2006-2009 Chevrolet Optra Wagon

The Good: Load anything you want at the rear

The Bad: Engine is thirsty than other contemporaries

The Say: Buy this if you are after flexibility, not for driving fun.

Go For: 1.6 LS
Avoid: 1.6 SS

Price Range: P220,000-P390,000
Our Rating: **

Full Review: Used Car Review - Chevrolet Optra Wagon (2006-2009)

See the different versions of this vehicle:
2006-2007
2008-2010

Quickie Used Car Review - Chevrolet Optra Sedan (2003-2009)

2003-2009 Chevrolet Optra Sedan

The Good: Affordable and full of kit

The Bad: Fuel thirsty, does not shine in any aspect

The Say: Attainable but not that exciting.

Go For: 1.6 LS
Avoid: 1.8 LT and 1.6 SS

Price Range: P140,000-P300,000
Our Rating: **

Full Review: Used Car Review - Chevrolet Optra (2003-2009)

See the different versions of this vehicle:
2003-2005
2005-2007
2008-2010

Car Profiles - Hyundai Azera (2013-2016)

2013-2016 Hyundai Azera

The Good: High levels of quality

The Bad: Rare in the market

The Say: A fine car, if not only for the badge

Go For: 3.0
Avoid:

Price Range: Data Not Available
Our Rating: ****

Related Review:

See the different versions of this vehicle:
2013-2016

Car Profiles - Toyota Prius (2009-2016)

2009-2016 Toyota Prius

The Good: Earth saving vehicle with excellent fuel consumption and decent interior room

The Bad: Not much in the used market

The Say: Saving the earth does not come easy.

Go For: 1.8
Avoid: 

Price Range: Data Not Available
Our Rating: ***

Related Review: Used Car Review - Toyota Prius (2009-2016)
Latest vehicle profile: Toyota Prius

See the different versions of this vehicle:
2009-2016

Quickie Used Car Review - Ford Focus Hatchback (2005-2012)

2005-2012 Ford Focus Hatchback

The Good: Driving dynamics, diesel pull, versatile

The Bad: Less room, flimsy interior, 6-speed MT not traffic friendly

The Say: An outstanding hatchback, despite the less roomy interior and cheesy interior.

Go For: 1.8 Sport
Avoid: 2.0 Sport gas

Price Range: P300,000-P780,000
Our Rating: ****

Full Review: Used Car Review - Ford Focus (2005-2012)
Latest vehicle profile: Ford Focus Hatchback

See the different versions of this vehicle:
2005-2008
2008-2012

Quickie Used Car Review - Ford Focus Sedan (2005-2012)

2005-2012 Ford Focus Sedan

The Good: Juggles between sharp handling and passenger comfort

The Bad: Cramped interior

The Say: Unless you need the boot, the hatchback versions would give you great satisfaction.

Go For: 1.6 Trend
Avoid: 2.0 Ghia Gas

Price Range: P200,000-P500,000
Our Rating: ****

Full Review: Used Car Review - Ford Focus (2005-2012)
Latest vehicle profile: Ford Focus Sedan

See the different versions of this vehicle:
2005-2008
2008-2012

Quickie Used Car Review - Nissan Sentra (2001-2014)

2001-2014 Nissan Sentra

The Good: Oodles of space for such low a price

The Bad: The rest of the package is old

The Say: Forget about the badge, you get more room for sub-compact price.

Go For: 1.6 models
Avoid: 1.3 GX AT

Price Range: P170,000-P370,000
Our Rating: ***

Full Reviews: Used Car Review - Nissan Sentra Exalta (2001-2004)/Used Car Review - Nissan Sentra (2004-2014)
Latest vehicle profile: Nissan Sylphy

See the different versions of this vehicle:
2001-2004
2004-2014

Car Features - Cars Indonesians Can Buy That Filipinos Can't (And Vice Versa)

Among our ASEAN neighbors, Indonesia has the largest population and the largest car market in the region. The 249 million population scattered in nearly 18,000 islands whose location is just along the equator, making it a factor for a huge car market. Compared to the Philippines, we just dwarf them but in terms of variety, we do get a lot.

We shall list some cars that are sold in Indonesia but is not available in the Philippines (and we list cars from our archipelago that is not marketed there). The list does not include the likes of engine and body configurations for both countries which will make it very long and we would only focus on popular brands, leaving out small players such as luxury brands and some unknowns. Lastly, this list does not include brands in general that are available in either country, which makes it unfair.

Quickie Used Car Review - Mazda 3 Hatchback (2004-2012)

2004-2012 Mazda 3 Hatchback

The Good: Hatchback body means flexibility, fun to drive

The Bad: Still inherits the tight rear seat

The Say: Even without the trunk, it retains the fun to drive persona.

Go For: 1.6
Avoid: Heavily modified units

Price Range: P230,000-P500,000
Our Rating: ***

Related Review: Used Car Review - Mazda 3 (2004-2012)
Latest vehicle profile: Mazda 3 Hatchback

See the different versions of this vehicle:
2004-2007
2007-2012