Car Guide and Inspiration Car Profiles - Kia Sportage-Cars Blogging

KIA SPORTAGE

Renewed for its fourth generation model, the Sportage receives more curves and an increase in size. No gasoline models yet, as diesels dominate the line-up. GT Line gets more kit such as side airbags, cruise control, and panoramic sunroof.

The Good:

The Bad:

Price Range: P1,445,000-P1,795,000

Our Rating: 

Last Update: March 31, 2016

OWNERSHIP DETAILS	GT Line	EX AWD	EX 2WD
Price	P1,795,000	P1,595,000	P1,445,000
Warranty	5 Years or 100,000kms	5 Years or 100,000kms	5 Years or 100,000kms
ENGINE SPECS
Engine	R 2.0 DOHC 16V I4	R 2.0 DOHC 16V I4	R 2.0 DOHC 16V I4
Horsepower	182hp @ 4,000rpm	182hp @ 4,000rpm	182hp @ 4,000rpm
Torque	402Nm @ 2,750rpm	402Nm @ 2,750rpm	402Nm @ 2,750rpm
Fuel Type	Diesel	Diesel	Diesel
Fuel System	Common Rail Direct Injection	Common Rail Direct Injection	Common Rail Direct Injection
Transmission	6-Speed Automatic	6-Speed Automatic	6-Speed Automatic
Fuel Tank Capacity
DIMENSIONS
Length	4,480mm	4,480mm	4,480mm
Width	1,855mm	1,855mm	1,855mm
Height	1,655mm	1,655mm	1,655mm
Wheelbase	2,670mm	2,670mm	2,670mm
Curb Weight	1,643kg	1,643kg	1,593kg
Body Style	5 Door SUV	5 Door SUV	5 Door SUV
Engine/Drive Type	Front Engine/All Wheel Drive	Front Engine/All Wheel Drive	Front Engine/Front Wheel Drive
Seating	5	5	5
SUSPENSION & TIRES
Front Suspension	McPherson Strut, High Performance Damper	McPherson Strut	McPherson Strut
Rear Suspension	Multi-Link, High Performance Damper	Multi-Link	Multi-Link
Front Brakes	Ventilated Disc	Ventilated Disc	Ventilated Disc
Rear Brakes	Solid Disc	Solid Disc	Solid Disc
Tires	245/45 R19	225/55 R18	225/55 R18
Wheels	19 Inch Alloy	18 Inch Alloy	18 Inch Alloy
SAFETY
Airbags	6	2	2
Anti-Lock Brakes	Yes	Yes	Yes
Traction/Stability Control	Yes, Electronic Stability Control	None	None
Other Safety Features	Adds: Immobilizer		Rear Parking Assist System
EXTERIOR
Fog Lamps	Front	Front	Front
Other Exterior Features	Adds: LED Lights, Side Garnish, Skid Plate, Panoramic Sunroof, Dual Tip Exhaust, Rain Sensing Wipers	Adds: None	Roof Rail, Daytime Running Light, Rear Wiper, Rear Spoiler, Side Mirror Signal Repeaters
INTERIOR
Steering Wheel Adjustment	Tilt/Telescopic	Tilt/Telescopic	Tilt/Telescopic
Steering Wheel Material	Leather	Leather	Leather
Seating Adjustment	Power, Driver and Front Passenger	Manual	Manual
Seating Material	Leather	Leather	Fabric
Other Interior Features	Adds: Electrochromatic Rear View Mirror, Aluminum Scuff Plates, Gloss Black Accents	Adds: None	60/40 Fold Rear Seat, Auto Light, Eco Drive Mode, Rear Trunk Opener
CONVENIENCE FEATURES
Power Amenities	Steering (Motor Driven), Windows, Door Locks, Mirrors with Heat and Fold	Steering (Motor Driven), Windows, Door Locks, Mirrors with Heat and Fold	Steering (Motor Driven), Windows, Door Locks, Mirrors with Heat and Fold
Climate Control	Automatic, Dual	Manual	Manual
Audio System	4.2 Inch LCD Display AM/FM/CD/MP3/AUX/USB/Ipod	3.5 Inch LCD Display AM/FM/CD/MP3/AUX/USB/Ipod	3.5 Inch LCD Display AM/FM/CD/MP3/AUX/USB/Ipod
Speakers	6	6	6
Steering Wheel Controls	Yes, Audio, Cruise Control, and Paddle Shifters	Yes, Audio	Yes, Audio
Alarm	Yes	Yes	Yes
Keyless Entry	Yes, Smart Entry Push Button Keyless System	Yes	Yes
RIVALS	Ford Escape, Honda CR-V, Hyundai Tucson, Mazda CX-5, Mitsubishi ASX, Nissan X-Trail, Subaru Forester, Suzuki Grand Vitara, Toyota RAV4, Volkswagen Tiguan

See previous generation models of the Sportage:

Kia Sportage (1996-2002)

Kia Sportage (2006-2010)
Kia Sportage (2011-2016)

Car Guide and Inspiration Car Profiles - Kia Sportage (2011-2016)-Cars Blogging

2011-2016 Kia Sportage

The Good: Low resale value means good purchase as a second hand car, available diesel engine

The Bad: Poor ride quality, cheap interior finish

The Say: An improved beast that has some bad manners trapped.

Go For: Diesels
Avoid: 2.0 AWD

Price Range: P550,000-P900,000
Our Rating: ***

Related Reviews: Used Car Review - Kia Sportage (2011-2016)
Latest vehicle profile: Kia Sportage

See the different versions of this vehicle:
2011-2016

Car Guide and Inspiration Used Car Review - BMW X6 (2008-2015)-Cars Blogging

This unique vehicle had everyone look at it when it was new. Hubben Delcatro dishes everything here.

2008-2015 BMW X6

History
We know the story of BMW going into the sport utility market, especially it was a bold move for someone who is specializes in driver eccentric sedans and sports cars. Making a differentiation by calling these as Sports Activity Vehicles, the Munich based maker had a cash cow. The X5 was first launched, with other smaller SUVs in the X-family that followed such as the smaller X3 and X1 while producing niche models like the X6. Unlike other BMW vehicles, all SUV models are assembled in Greer, South Carolina for worldwide consumption.

Priced above the X5, the X6 combines the ability of a sports utility vehicle while carrying the stance of a coupe. Development started in 2003 under the helm of Peter Tuennermann, fresh from his E70 X5 (second generation model) development two years prior, with design work done in 2005 by Pierre Leclercq, testing done sometime between 2005 to 2006 and production commenced in December 2007. If there is one car which gave way to placing niche vehicles in BMW's line-up, this is the one especially models that fill between one another existed and Mercedes Benz is also doing the same way nowadays.

BMW Philippines brought in the X6, the third member of the X-family, back in 2008 which was a time where fuel prices hit an all time high. Three models were made available for Filipino consumers: a 3.0 diesel, a 3.0 gasoline, and a 4.4 V8 gasoline plus an X6M was added in 2011 with the inauguration of the M certified dealer in the country.

Value and Costs
This niche filling model can cost you between P2,800,000 to P5,000,000, depending on the overall condition and mileage of the vehicle. If you aim for this vehicle, practicality be damned which is offered by the X5, get the 3.0 diesel since most units sold had this one. And while you're at it, we recommend checking out BMW's certified pre-owned selection since these are certified and inspected.

With this vehicle being a low volume seller (at least, among BMW models), not much problems are reported by owners, at least in a serious level. Still, pay attention to the electronic gadgets this vehicle possesses since get one in poor shape and all headaches will follow. Since its engines are shared with other Bimmer SAVs, parts in this aspect are common.

Exterior and Interior
Staring at this vehicle for a long period of time, the X6 looks like a raised 4-door coupe in the vein of Mercedes Benz CLS Class since the swoopy styling goes better in a sports sedan and the chunkiness at the back does not befit this vehicle. Adding two types of vehicles in one body is a bold movement, however the output is somewhat less than what is desired. Never-mind the last sentence, it does have that presence that will make you stare.

The coupe styling will have an effect inside the vehicle, in which the front occupants will benefit from more headroom against those at the back since the sportier appearance gives them a limited space for their heads. Cargo carrying will be a hassle for taller items no thanks to the outside appearance, plus the vehicle is comfortable for four occupants so consider the fifth one to be short in stature. Thankfully, this vehicle gets a high quality interior and a motorized tailgate since reaching for it to close is difficult.

Engine
Three gasoline powerplants and a sole diesel engine comprise the X6 line-up. The most popular are diesels that includes the M57D30TU2 3.0 with 235hp at 4,000rpm and 520Nm at 2,000-2,750rpm sold in the earlier years and later ones receive the N57D30OL 3.0 that carries 241hp at 4,000rpm and 540Nm at 1,750-3,000rpm. If you are allergic to diesels then you have an option for a N54B30 3.0 which has 306hp at 5.800-6,200rpm and 400Nm at 1,300-5,000rpm if going with an early model and the later models get the N55B30 of the same displacement but pushes 302hp at 5,800rpm and 400Nm at 1,200-5,000rpm. Other insane petrol options that you can buy include the N63B44 4.4 V8 having 407hp at 5,500-6,400rpm and 600Nm at 1,800-4,500rpm and a S63B44 4.4 that is reserved for M models which gets 547hp at 6,000rpm and 680Nm at 1,500-5,650rpm. All of four engines are no slouch, but depending on what you expect these are solid performers especially that the V8 gives the M5 a run for its money.

Driving Impressions
Forget having other passengers inside the car, just buckle up and drive since the X6 has that handling carried from other BMWs and with this being a larger vehicle, it surprisingly handles well. The xDrive system puts most of the power in the rear axle but can supply to the front axle and go side to side when necessary.

Verdict
Going different is something of a hit or miss, but BMW hit the right notes here. While the X6 is definitely a fun to drive beast, the limited practicality will turn off some. Being a niche car, this one is something nice if you are willing to live with its limitations.

The Good:

• Unique concept
• Strong engines
• High quality interior

The Bad:

• Exterior styling not for everyone
• Limited practicality
• Expensive

The Pick: 3.0d

THE SPECS

Engines: 2,993cc M57D30TU2 (2008-2010) and N57D300L (2011-2015) I6 diesel, 2,979cc N54B30 (2008-2010) and N55B30 (2011-2013) I6, 4,395cc N63B44 and S63B44 V8 gasoline

Power: 235hp @ 4,000rpm (3.0 diesel, 2008-2010), 241hp @ 4,000rpm (3.0 diesel, 2011-2015), 306hp @ 5,800-6,200rpm (3.0 gasoline, 2008-2010), 302hp @ 5,800rpm (3.0 gasoline, 2011-2013), 407hp @ 5,500-6,400rpm (4.4 V8), 547hp @ 6,000rpm (4.4 M)

Torque: 520Nm @ 2,000-2,750rpm (3.0 diesel, 2008-2010), 540Nm @ 1,750-3,000rpm (3.0 diesel, 2011-2015), 400Nm @ 1,300-5,000rpm (3.0 gasoline, 2008-2010), 400Nm @ 1,200-5,000rpm (3.0 gasoline, (2011-2013), 600Nm @ 1,800-4,500rpm (4.4 V8), 680Nm @ 1,500-5,650rpm (4.4 M)

Fuel Consumption: 4-8km/L (city), 7-11km/L (highway) (*estimated and varies)

Transmission: 6-speed automatic

Suspension: Front double wishbone, rear multi-link

MORE INFO
Price (New): P6,400,000-P11,000,000

Price (Now): P2,800,000-P5,000,000

On Sale: 2008-2015

Rivals:

Resources:

http://www.bimmerpost.com/x6/

http://www.xbimmers.com/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=94

Contacts:

Autohaus BMW - (02) 638-0734

Car Guide and Inspiration Car Features - The Pops and Flops of Fidel's Administration-Cars Blogging

Automobile sales had increased during the term of Fidel Ramos, from 60,000 in 1992 to a peak of 160,000 in 1996 but has dropped moderately to 144,000 in 1997, the year that the Asian Financial Crisis started. His administration saw the arrival of new players with some had gone out of the dodo and the return of old-timers, car programs were initiated included the likes of the Luxury Car Program in 1992 and Car Development Program in 1996 that coincided with a market deregulation in February of that year.

In this feature, we shall discover the vehicles that were launched during his six year term (technically, he started in June 30, 1992 but we shall count the first six months) and discover the hits and the misses in terms of sales and market reception. One rule: only one hit or miss per years but numerous cars under one brand can fall if applicable. There are runner-ups but only a maximum of six cars will be listed. Lastly, we will be focusing more on mainstream brands and less for luxury brands. In this series, we will be including vehicle related events that had occurred.

1992 HIT - Toyota Corolla (July 1992)

A car that had defined a decade, the Corolla (called the Big Body due to its large proportions) introduced numerous firsts for a best seller that included a shift to EFI for the 1.6, rear seat belts, and the launch of cup holders. So common that each patrol car, taxicab, or even something driven by a private citizen is a Corolla, and you wouldn't miss this one. By the way, sales had reached an all time high of 17,000 units in 1996.

Other hits: Honda Civic Hatchback (April 1992), Mitsubishi L200 (1992)

1992 MISS - Mitsubishi Spacewagon (1992)

The concept of something carlike that can accommodate three rows of seats is a foreign idea back then, with those that can seat more are relegated to the likes of the L300 and Liteace during that time. Mitsubishi brought in the Spacewagon as a niche car and not all warmed to the idea. Spiritual successors included the likes of the Kia Carens and Nissan Grand Livina, which were introduced a decade later.

Other misses: Fiat Uno (1992)

1993 HIT - Mitsubishi Galant (1993)

Mid-size sedans are an option for those who went up the corporate ladder; and while Nissan had failed miserably and Toyota sold modestly, Mitsubishi's Galant was a best seller especially it had no direct rival during the late 80s. This redesign had the launch of the 2.0 6-cylinder engine found in the top end VR, as well as a automatic climate control in a mainstream brand. So popular it had rivaled Honda's Accord and Nissan's Cefiro throughout selling life.

Other hits: Honda Civic sedan (March 1993), Toyota Tamaraw FX (December 1993), Mitsubishi Lancer (1993), Kia Pride sedan (1993)

1993 MISS - Nissan Altima (October 1993)

Nissan had a history of failures when it comes to the mid-size category. The streak had continued on with the Altima, which replaced the Bluebird that isn't successful too. Based on the Bluebird, this one had jellybean looks and an option between a 1.8 or 2.0 engine, the former not having power windows in its option.

1994 HIT - Honda Accord (February 1994)

A young player, Honda expressed to go upmarket after selling Civics with this Accord and it was a successful attempt at the mid-size market. Kidnappings were commonplace and the upper class wanted something that shouts their status without any threats, and this one fits the bill. First models didn't get any VTEC technology, with a 1996 update having these at least for the 2.2 models.

1994 MISS - Honda Legend (1994)

1994 was also the year Honda brought in the Legend, a luxury sedan aimed at the Toyota Crown. Although the Crown faced tough competition from Mercedes Benz and Volvo, this one stayed glued inside showrooms. While it was successful in compacts and mid-sized sedans, they aren't ready in peddling luxury level vehicles.

Other misses: Nissan Cedric (June 1994), Mazda 323 Astina (1994)

1995 HIT - Kia Besta (May 1995)

The Besta's success can be attributed to the ambulances that the Philippine Charity Sweepstakes Office (PCSO) had purchased back then. Otherwise, this van dislodged the L300 Versa Van in the top position in the mid to late 90s. An advantage is the price, which undercut most rivals plus dealer network that is wide.

Other hits: Mitsubishi Pajero (1995), Nissan Sentra (March 1995)

1995 MISS - Daewoo Espero (June 1995)

Newcomer Daewoo added the Espero, a mid-size sedan but priced similarly to compacts, in the line-up and complementing the rather basic Racer. This one didn't sell well compared to the cheaper model in the range, plus adding a 2.0 engine in 1996 made no effect in sales. Daewoo sales fell later on and caused the brand to pull out at the turn of the millennium.

Other misses: Proton Wira (1995), Hyundai Excel (1995), Mazda E200 (1995)

1996 HIT - Honda Civic (November 1995 as 1996 model)

Known as the EK, this Civic brought in Honda's vaunted VTEC technology plus double wishbones for its suspension system. If there is one main contributor for Honda's lead in the passenger car category, this would be the one as almost half of these are Civics. Honda would sometime become number one in passenger car sales until the early 2000s while it is the best selling in its class sometime in 1999 to 2000.

Other hits: Mitsubishi Lancer (September 1996), Mazda 323 Familia (April 1996), Nissan Cefiro (November 1996), Honda City (October 1996)

1996 MISS - Kia Sportage (May 1996)

Columbian Autocar Corporation was busy in expanding their vehicle line-up, from adding new brands like Land Rover and Subaru to bringing in new models to Kia and Mazda. One of them is the Sportage SUV, the Korean brand's first attempt to the booming category. While it was priced below a million bucks, not much buyers are willing to take this since the idea of a compact SUV is foreign to most.

Other miss: Volkswagen Caravelle and Polo Classic (May 1996), Daewoo Cielo and Prince (September 1996), Hyundai Sonata, Elantra, and Coupe (July 1996), Subaru Legacy (April 1996)

1997 HIT - Honda CR-V (August 1997)

If there is one vehicle that is responsible for the boom of the compact SUV category, this is the one. While the Suzuki Vitara and Kia Sportage went first and the Toyota RAV4 was introduced earlier, the CR-V became a catalyst of the category which caused numerous rivals to enter to the scene. This Civic based vehicle had standard all wheel drive and priced modestly which was a recipe for success.

Other hits: Isuzu Hilander (March 1997), Toyota Corolla (November 1997)

1997 MISS - Suzuki Esteem (1997)

While the Vitara is a seller for Suzuki, they felt that they need to expand their portfolio to attract more buyers. Their first attempt at the passenger car race is the Esteem station wagon, which was a breath of fresh air at that time. However, nobody noticed this vehicle except for those who wanted something else.

Other misses: Honda Odyssey (March 1997), Toyota Camry (1997), Mitsubishi Spacegear (1997)

Car Guide and Inspiration Car Profiles - Suzuki Ciaz-Cars Blogging

SUZUKI CIAZ

Replacing the not so successful SX4 sedan (which was killed years ago), the Ciaz promises new to the segment by offering leather seats, Android OS system, and push button start. No diesel engine here, sorry.

The Good:

The Bad:

Price Range: P738,000-P888,000

Our Rating:

Last Update: March 16, 2016

OWNERSHIP DETAILS	GLX	GL
Price	P888,000	P738,000 (MT), P773,000 (AT)
Warranty	3 Years or 100,000kms	3 Years or 100,000kms
ENGINE SPECS
Engine	K14B 1.4 DOHC 16V I4	K14B 1.4 DOHC 16V I4
Horsepower	92hp @ 6,000rpm	92hp @ 6,000rpm
Torque	130Nm @ 4,000rpm	130Nm @ 4,000rpm
Fuel Type	Gasoline/91 Octane	Gasoline/91 Octane
Fuel System	VVT	VVT
Transmission	4-Speed Automatic	5-Speed Manual, 4-Speed Automatic
Fuel Tank Capacity	45 Liters	45 Liters
DIMENSIONS
Length	4,490mm	4,490mm
Width	1,730mm	1,730mm
Height	1,475mm	1,475mm
Wheelbase	2,650mm	2,650mm
Curb Weight
Body Style	4-Door Sedan	4-Door Sedan
Engine/Drive Type	Front Engine/Front Wheel Drive	Front Engine/Front Wheel Drive
Seating	5	5
SUSPENSION & TIRES
Front Suspension	McPherson Strut with Coil Spring	McPherson Strut with Coil Spring
Rear Suspension	Torsion Beam with Coil Spring	Torsion Beam with Coil Spring
Front Brakes	Ventilated Disc	Ventilated Disc
Rear Brakes	Leading-Trailing Drums	Leading-Trailing Drums
Tires	195/55 R16	185/65 R15
Wheels	16 Inch Alloy	15 Inch Alloy
SAFETY
Airbags	2	2
Anti-Lock Brakes	Yes, With Electronic Brakeforce Distribution	Yes, With Electronic Brakeforce Distribution
Traction/Stability Control	None	None
Other Safety Features	Adds: None	Immobilizer
EXTERIOR
Fog Lamps	Front	Front
Other Exterior Features	None	None
INTERIOR
Steering Wheel Adjustment	Tilt	Tilt
Steering Wheel Material	Urethane	Urethane
Seating Adjustment	Manual	Manual
Seating Material	Leather	Fabric
Other Interior Features	None	None
CONVENIENCE FEATURES
Power Amenities	Steering, Windows, Door Locks, Mirrors with Fold	Steering, Windows, Door Locks, Mirrors
Climate Control	Manual	Manual
Audio System	AM/FM/CD/AUX/USB/Navigation Android OS Unit with Mirror Link Capacity	AM/FM/CD/AUX/USB/Navigation
Speakers	6	4
Steering Wheel Controls	Yes, Audio	None
Alarm	None	None
Keyless Entry	Yes, Smart Entry Push Button Keyless System	Yes
RIVALS	Chevrolet Sonic, Ford Fiesta, Honda City, Hyundai Accent, Kia Rio, Mazda 2, Nissan Almera, Toyota Vios

Car Guide and Inspiration Used Car Review - Audi TT (2006-2015)-Cars Blogging

Another fun to drive coupe is featured by Hubben Delcatro for the merry month of March.

2006-2015 Audi TT

History
A vehicle redesign will always be a room for improvement for a vehicle. The problem is what if the vehicle is already great, is there any points to improve on? As they say, there is no perfect car since there are weak spots to begin with. One case to begin with is the Audi TT, with the first generation model a perfect car to start at and making the second one something that will exceed expectations.

Known as the Typ 8J model, it was first revealed in April 2006 with production occurred in August 2006. It was constructed utilizing the Volkswagen Group A5 platform shared with the likes of the VW Golf and Jetta and using aluminum in the front while the rear is composed of steel parts. As opposed to the predecessor, engine options were expanded including a diesel and an option for Audi's Magnetic Ride as a suspension enhancer.

Locally, the second generation TT had its launch in 2006 with both 2.0 and 3.2 Quattro models available for local consumption. Changes for this model includes the non-availability of front wheel drive and manual transmission, traits that the predecessor had.

Value and Costs
Nowadays, you can acquire a second generation Audi TT from P1,600,000 to P1,900,000, which is a bargain when compared to its German compatriots. Audis having the lowest resale values among luxury brands are great purchases for second hand buyers especially the first owner had took the chunk of the depreciation. When it comes to second hands, try scouting at the pre-owned selection of PGA Cars since they are inspected and backed up with a warranty while buying from someone who keeps it stock is better than the other way around.

No serious issues arise among owners but do still check if the leather seats wear quickly (the fix is applying leather cream), front brakes squeal but replacing the brake pads cures it and some rattles and creaks found on the dashboard and glovebox areas. Before leaving this paragraph, maintenance costs are definitely on the higher scale, due to the presence of the turbocharged engine.

Exterior and Interior
Based on the Audi Shooting Brake Concept Car displayed at the Tokyo Motor Show in 2005, its styling echoes the shadows of the first generation model although it is five inches longer and three inches wider. As mentioned above, the production model got an aluminum/steel material rather than an all aluminum finish. The front grille gives an additional touch to its distinct profile, which is unique in many ways. A sunroof comes standard among 3.2 models, which is the only distinguishing factor.

Thanks to an increase in size, interior space for humans remains decent but the rear seat is best reserved for children while trunk space is average for the class. As always, interior materials are built with high quality materials and feels solid.

Engine
Both the 2.0 TFSI having 200hp at 5,100-6,000rpm and 280Nm at 1,800-5,000rpm and the 3.2 FSI carrying 250hp at 6,300rpm and 320Nm at 2,500-3,000rpm are both capable performers at their own rights and have their own strengths and weaknesses. Don't be mislead by the smallish engine displacement of the 2.0, with 200 horses to play and a turbo to assist you, since it is more responsive and has that sound when driven hard and this is what we pick. On the other hand, the 3.2 is definitely faster but the standard all wheel drive system hampers things and carrying the extra weight the vehicle has.

Driving Impressions
Pure driving fun, this is what the TT is all about and this one does not disappoint. Thanks to the usage of light weight materials and combined with the lively engine options, this is a hoot to drive especially it is fast on straight roads and glides well on curves. Although the ride is firm due to the Audi Magnetic Ride which adapts the suspension in the appropriate setting in different terrains, it is not totally harsh. Even as a daily driver, this is an easy to drive vehicle.

Verdict
A coupe which can bring you to office everyday without the usual problems that sports cars face while a coupe that you can enjoy driving on the open road during the weekends, the Audi TT accomplishes them without any drama. Sure, there is the smallish rear seat and that somewhat harsh ride for some, but this car is something special.

The Good:

• Something that is fun to drive
• Decent interior space upfront
• Cheaper prices than rivals

The Bad:

• Limited space at the back
• Harsh ride for some people
• Only a few units on the market

The Pick: 2.0 TFSI is more than enough

THE SPECS

Engines: 1,984cc TFSI 4-cylinder and 3,189cc FSI V6 gasoline
Power: 200hp @ 5,100-6,000rpm (2.0), 250hp @ 6,300rpm (3.2)
Torque: 280Nm@ 1,800-5,000rpm (2.0), 320Nm @ 2,500-3,000rpm (3.2)
Fuel Consumption: 7-10km/L (city), 10-13km/L (highway) (*estimated and varies)
Transmission: 6-speed s-tronic
Suspension: Front McPherson strut, rear 4-link

MORE INFO
Price (New): P4,600,000-P5,200,000
Price (Now): P1,600,000-P1,900,000
Rivals:
On Sale: 2006-2015
Resources:
http://www.audiforums.com/forum/audi-tt-7/
http://www.audiworld.com/forums/tt-mk2-discussion-120/

Contacts:
PGA Cars Mandaluyong - (02) 727-0145

Car Guide and Inspiration Car Features - 10 Commonly Repossessed Vehicles March 2016-Cars Blogging

On our third month of the year 2016, people who bought new cars last year (and some in the previous years) will definitely have a chance of defaulting on their payments ; a portion of people who bought cars last year will default on their payments are either those who wanted a personal ride or those who invested for Grab/Uber units (which is not profitable in the first place). This list also aims to help buyers on which bank to go in finding a specific vehicle they want. While the Kia Rio used to be the most repo'ed vehicle from January and the Toyota Vios last February, this month's is a shocker

Do take note the list is accurate as of March 11, 2016. Sources include: PS Bank, Banco De Oro, RCBC Savings Bank, East West Bank, Unionbank, UCPB, Maybank, BPI, and Security Bank.

See the top 10 of  the following months: October 2015, November 2015, January 2016, and February 2016. Original 2014 article here.

TOP 5 PER BANK

Top 5 PS Bank

	VEHICLE	Number of units present
1	Mitsubishi Montero Sport	24
2	Toyota Vios	19
3	Mitsubishi Mirage G4	16
4	Mitsubishi Adventure	13
5	Nissan Urvan	12

Top 5 Banco De Oro

	VEHICLE	Number of units present
1	Mitsubishi Montero Sport	43
2	Ford Fiesta	19
3	Mitsubishi Lancer	13
4	Toyota Vios	12
5	Ford Everest	10

Top 5 RCBC Savings Bank

	VEHICLE	Number of units present
1	Mitsubishi Montero Sport	21
2	Kia Picanto	17
3	Hyundai Accent	15
4	Nissan Urvan	12
5	Hyundai Eon	11

Top 5 EastWest Bank

	VEHICLE	Number of units present
1	Kia Picanto	47
2	Toyota Vios	43
3	Kia Rio	31
4	Hyundai Eon	27
5	Ford Fiesta	25

Top 5 Unionbank

	VEHICLE	Number of units present
1	Kia Rio	24
2	Hyundai Accent	11
3	Foton View	10
4	Toyota Vios	9
5	Mitsubishi Montero Sport	8

Top 4 UCPB

	VEHICLE	Number of units present
1	Toyota Vios	10
2	Kia Rio	7
3	Suzuki Alto	5
4	Kia Picanto	4

Top 5 Maybank

	VEHICLE	Number of units present
1	Kia Rio Chevrolet Spark	16
2	Ford Everest	15
3	Kia Rio/Ford Fiesta	13
4	Nissan Frontier	12
5	Chevrolet Sonic	11

Top 4 BPI

	VEHICLE	Number of units present
1	Kia Rio/Kia Picanto	14
2	Mitsubishi Montero Sport/Hyundai Accent	7
3	Ford Everest	6
4	Toyota Vios/Mazda 2	5

TOP 10 FOR MARCH 2016

1. Mitsubishi Montero Sport

2. Kia Picanto

3. Toyota Vios

4. Kia Rio

5. Hyundai Accent

6. Ford Fiesta

7. Ford Everest

7. Mitsubishi Mirage G4

8. Hyundai Eon

9. Nissan Urvan

10. Mitsubishi Adventure

	VEHICLE	PSB	BDO	RCB	EW	UBP	UCPB	MYX	BPI	SECB	TOTAL
1	Mitsubishi Montero Sport	24	43	21	7	7	1	9	7	1	120
2	Kia Picanto	11	6	17	47	7	4	5	14	8	119
3	Toyota Vios	19	12	8	43	9	10	6	5		112
4	Kia Rio	1	3	9	31	24	7	13	14	7	109
5	Hyundai Accent	9	8	15	13	11		10	7	1	74
6	Ford Fiesta	3	19	6	25	1		13	2	3	72
7	Ford Everest	7	10	6	17			15	6		61
8	Mitsubishi Mirage G4	16	7	10	8	7	3	4	4	2	61
9	Hyundai Eon	8		11	27	2	3	5	4		60
10	Nissan Urvan	12	7	12	5	5	1	10	2	2	56
11	Mitsubishi Adventure	13	3	7	10	8	2	6	3	1	53
12	Nissan Almera	7	4	7	4	7		10	3		42
13	Nissan Frontier	5	8	7		2		12	4	2	40
14	Mazda 2	5	3	2	14	4	1	5	5		39
15	Mitsubishi Lancer	3	13	2	7	6		3	1		35
16	Suzuki Alto	4		7	8	1	5	4	2		31
17	Mitsubishi L300	9	6	8		2	2	3			30
18	Toyota Innova	10	2	4	9		3	2			30
19	Hyundai Tucson	3	5	1	8	3		4	2	1	27
20	Chevrolet Spark		3	1	2			16	4		26
21	Ford Focus	1	2		14	1		3	2	2	25
22	Honda City	3	5	9	2		1	2	3		25
23	Suzuki Grand Vitara		5	8	5	2		3	2		25
24	Kia Sportage	3	3	5	3	3		4	3		24
25	Mitsubishi Strada	1	8	7				6	1		23
26	Mitsubishi Mirage	3	5	5	3			2	3	1	22
27	Chevrolet Sonic		1	2		2	1	11	3		20
28	Toyota Corolla Altis	4	5	2	3	1	1	4			20
29	Toyota Fortuner	10	3	1	3		2	1			20
30	Suzuki Celerio	3		4	3	3	2		3	1	19
31	Hyundai Elantra	1	3	1	4	3	1	3	2		18
32	Foton View	2			1	10		4			17
33	Kia Carens		3	1	5	4		2	1	1	17
34	Toyota Avanza	3	5	3	4		2				17
35	Ford Ranger	4	1	2	6	1		1	1		16
36	Kia Sorento	3	2	4	1		1	2	2	1	16
37	Isuzu Crosswind		7	6				2			15
38	Hyundai i10/Grand i10	2	1	3	3	2	1	1	1		14
39	Mazda 3	1	3		2	2	1	2	1	1	13
40	Suzuki SX4	2	3	2	2	1			3		13
41	Foton Tornado		1	2		6			1	1	11
42	Suzuki APV		1	2	4	2	1	1			11
43	Hyundai Grand Starex/Starex	1	4		1	2	1	1			10
44	Nissan Sentra		1	1	1	3		1	3		10
45	Suzuki Swift		3	2				3	2		10
46	Chevrolet Cruze			1	2	1	1	1	2	1	9
47	Ford Escape		3	1	2			2	1		9
48	Mazda BT-50		3	1	1			3	1		9
49	Suzuki Swift Dzire	1		2	1			1	4		9
50	Toyota Hiace	3	1			1	3	1			9
51	Chevrolet Aveo		2	2	2				1	1	8
52	Toyota Hilux		1	3	2			1	1		8
53	Chevrolet Colorado	1	2	3						1	7
54	Chevrolet Spin		3			1	1	1	1		7
55	Honda CR-V	1	2	2			1	1			7
56	Kia Forte		2		1		1	1	2		7
57	Suzuki Kizashi			2	3			1	1		7
58	Toyota Wigo	1	1		3			1	1		7
59	Honda Civic	1		1	1			2		1	6
60	Kia Soul		1		2	1		1	1		6
61	Chevrolet Captiva		1			1			2	1	5
62	Chevrolet Orlando		3			1		1			5
63	Foton Thunder			3				2			5
64	Kia Carnival		1	3				1			5
65	Kia K2700		1		1	1			2		5
66	Ford Ecosport				1	1			2		4
67	Isuzu Alterra		1	1	1				1		4
68	Kia Optima		1	1	1					1	4
69	Suzuki Ertiga		1		1				2		4
70	BMW 3 Series					2				1	3
71	Chevrolet Trailblazer		1	1		1					3
72	Hyundai H100		1	2							3
73	Isuzu D-Max			2	1						3
74	Isuzu NHR			1			1	1			3
75	Mazda CX-9	1		2							3
76	Nissan Sylphy					2		1			3
77	Nissan Teana							2		1	3
78	Nissan X-Trail				2	1					3
79	Subaru Impreza		2					1			3
80	Audi A4					2					2
81	BMW M5			1		1					2
82	Ford E-150		1			1					2
83	Ford Explorer							1		1	2
84	Foton Blizzard			1		1					2
85	Haima Freema				1			1			2
86	Honda Brio			2							2
87	Honda Brio Amaze			1	1						2
88	Honda Jazz			1			1				2
89	Hyundai Genesis Coupe		1				1				2
90	Hyundai Getz				1		1				2
91	Hyundai Santa Fe	1							1		2
92	Hyundai Sonata		2								2
93	JAC DFM		2								2
94	Kama KMC				2						2
95	Mitsubishi ASX		2								2
96	Mitsubishi Fuzion				2						2
97	Peugeot 3008							1	1		2
98	Toyota RAV4		1		1						2
99	Audi 90		1								1
100	BMW X3								1		1
101	BMW X6					1					1
102	BMW Z4					1					1
103	BYD F0		1								1
104	BYD L3				1						1
105	Chery A1		1								1
106	Chery V2		1								1
107	Chevrolet Malibu					1					1
108	Chevrolet Optra				1						1
109	Chevrolet Traverse		1								1
110	Chrysler Town and Country					1					1
111	Ford Expedition									1	1
112	Ford Mustang			1							1
113	Foton MP-X					1					1
114	GMC Savana					1					1
115	Haima 1									1	1
116	Haima 2					1					1
117	Haima 7				1						1
118	Haima Family					1					1
119	Haima F-Star				1						1
120	Honda Accord			1							1
121	Hyundai Coupe		1								1
122	Jinbei Shenyang							1			1
123	JMC Compadre			1							1
124	Kia Besta					1					1
125	Land Rover Range Rover					1					1
126	Lexus CT					1					1
127	Lincoln Navigator		1								1
128	Mazda 6							1			1
129	Mazda CX-5		1								1
130	Mazda CX-7						1				1
131	Mazda Tribute					1					1
132	Mercedes Benz B Class					1					1
133	Mercedes Benz C Class		1								1
134	Mercedes Benz E Class					1					1
135	MNI Cooper		1								1
136	MINI Countryman			1							1
137	MINI Paceman					1					1
138	Mitsubishi Grandis									1	1
139	Mitsubishi Pajero		1								1
140	Nissan Grand Livina								1		1
141	Nissan GT-R					1					1
142	Nissan Patrol							1			1
143	Peugeot 508			1							1
144	Porsche Cayenne					1					1
145	Subaru Forester									1	1
146	Suzuki Jimny				1						1
147	Tata Vista								1		1
148	Toyota Camry			1							1
149	Toyota Prius			1							1
150	Volvo S80		1								1
151	Volvo XC70						1				1
		226	292	280	396	190	70	246	156	49	1905

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Car Guide and Inspiration Car Profiles - BMW 7 Series (2009-2016)-Cars Blogging

2009-2016 BMW 7 Series

The Good: Excellent engine options, opulent ride quality

The Bad: Controls may be daunting for some

The Say: Although outclassed by rivals in several aspects, this one still has its fans.

Go For: 730Li
Avoid:

Price Range: P3,900,000-P4,500,000
Our Rating: ****

Related Reviews: None as of the Moment
Latest vehicle profile: BMW 7 Series

See the different versions of this vehicle:
2009-2016

Car Guide and Inspiration Car Profiles - Toyota Innova (Diesel)-Cars Blogging

TOYOTA INNOVA (DIESEL)

If there is one model to rave about the Innova, it would be the diesels. Sure, it has the 2.8 of the Fortuner and Hilux that is detuned but still good. Six speed automatic and eco mode comes standard, but no leather seats in the top end model though.

The Good:
The Bad:

Price Range: P1,021,000-P1,445,000
Our Rating:

Also see: Innova (Gasoline)

Last Update: March 5, 2016

OWNERSHIP DETAILS	2.8 V	2.8 G	2.8 E	2.8 J
Price	P1,445,000. Additional P15,000 for Pearl White	P1,269,000 (MT), P1,349,000 (AT). Additional P15,000 for Pearl White	P1,142,000 (MT), P1,222,000 (AT)	P1,021,000
Warranty	3 Years or 100,000kms	3 Years or 100,000kms	3 Years or 100,000kms	3 Years or 100,000kms
ENGINE SPECS
Engine	1GD-FTV 2.8 DOHC 16V I4	1GD-FTV 2.8 DOHC 16V I4	1GD-FTV 2.8 DOHC 16V I4	1GD-FTV 2.8 DOHC 16V I4
Horsepower	171hp @ 3,600rpm	171hp @ 3,600rpm	171hp @ 3,600rpm	171hp @ 3,600rpm
Torque	360Nm @ 1,200-3,400rpm	360Nm @ 1,200-3,400rpm	360Nm @ 1,200-3,400rpm	360Nm @ 1,200-3,400rpm
Fuel Type	Diesel	Diesel	Diesel	Diesel
Fuel System	Direct Injection Common Rail	Direct Injection Common Rail	Direct Injection Common Rail	Direct Injection Common Rail
Transmission	6-Speed Automatic	5-Speed Manual, 6-Speed Automatic	5-Speed Manual, 6-Speed Automatic	5-Speed Manual
Fuel Tank Capacity
DIMENSIONS
Length	4,735mm	4,735mm	4,735mm	4,735mm
Width	1,830mm	1,830mm	1,830mm	1,830mm
Height	1,795mm	1,795mm	1,795mm	1,795mm
Wheelbase	2,750mm	2,750mm	2,750mm	2,750mm
Curb Weight
Body Style	5 Door MPV	5 Door MPV	5 Door MPV	5 Door MPV
Engine/Drive Type	Front Engine/Rear Wheel Drive	Front Engine/Rear Wheel Drive	Front Engine/Rear Wheel Drive	Front Engine/Rear Wheel Drive
Seating	7	8	8	8
SUSPENSION & TIRES
Front Suspension	Coil Spring Double Wishbone with Stabilizer Bar	Coil Spring Double Wishbone with Stabilizer Bar	Coil Spring Double Wishbone with Stabilizer Bar	Coil Spring Double Wishbone with Stabilizer Bar
Rear Suspension	4-Link Coil Spring	4-Link Coil Spring	4-Link Coil Spring	4-Link Coil Spring
Front Brakes	Ventilated Discs	Ventilated Discs	Ventilated Discs	Ventilated Discs
Rear Brakes	Drums	Drums	Drums	Drums
Tires	205/65 R15	205/65 R15	205/65 R15	205/65 R15
Wheels	15 Inch Alloy	15 Inch Alloy	15 Inch Alloy	15 Inch Steel with Cover
SAFETY
Airbags	7	3	3	3
Anti-Lock Brakes	Yes, With Electronic Brakeforce Distribution	Yes, With Electronic Brakeforce Distribution	Yes, With Electronic Brakeforce Distribution	Yes, With Electronic Brakeforce Distribution
Traction/Stability Control	Yes, Vehicle Stability Control	None	None	None
Other Safety Features	Adds: Hill Start Assist Control	Adds: Back Up Sensor, Immobilizer	Adds: None	None
EXTERIOR
Fog Lamps	Front	Front	Front	None
Other Exterior Features	Adds: LED Headlights, Daytime Running Lights, Chrome Side Mirrors	Adds: Chrome Door Handles and Grille, Side Mirrors with Signal Repeaters	Adds: Rear Wiper, Rear Defogger	Body Color Door Handles and Side Mirrors, Resin Grille
INTERIOR
Steering Wheel Adjustment	Tilt/Telescopic	Tilt/Telescopic	Tilt/Telescopic	Tilt/Telescopic
Steering Wheel Material	Leather	Leather	Urethane	Urethane
Seating Adjustment	Manual	Manual	Manual	Manual
Seating Material	Fabric	Fabric	Fabric	Fabric
Other Interior Features	Adds: Second Row Captains Chairs	Adds: Ambient Light, Back Seat Tray	Adds: Multi Information Display	60:40 Split Fold and Tumble Rear Seats, Auxiliary Power Outlet - 12 Volts, Eco Mode
CONVENIENCE FEATURES
Power Amenities	Steering, Windows, Door Locks, Mirrors with Fold and Welcome Lamp	Steering, Windows, Door Locks, Mirrors with Fold and Welcome Lamp	Steering, Windows, Door Locks, Mirrors	Steering, Windows, Door Locks, Mirrors
Climate Control	Automatic, Dual	Automatic, Dual	Manual, Dual	Manual, Dual
Audio System	AM/FM/CD/MP3 /AUX/USB/DVD/Bluetooth/Navigation	AM/FM/CD/MP3 /AUX/USB/Bluetooth/Navigation	AM/FM/CD/MP3 /AUX/USB/Bluetooth	AM/FM/CD/MP3/AUX/USB
Speakers	6	6	6	4
Steering Wheel Controls	Yes, Audio, Bluetooth, and Multi Information Display	Yes, Audio, Bluetooth, and Multi Information Display	Yes, Audio, Bluetooth, and Multi Information Display	None
Alarm	Yes	Yes	None	None
Keyless Entry	Yes	Yes	None	None
RIVALS	Isuzu Crosswind, Kia Carens, Mitsubishi Adventure

See previous generation models of the Innova (Diesel):
Toyota Innova (2005-2016)

Car Guide and Inspiration Car Profiles - Toyota Innova (Gasoline)-Cars Blogging

TOYOTA INNOVA (GASOLINE)

While the diesel model ushers in with a new engine and retains the four original variants, the gasoline was reduced to three but sees some changes including the less bare J variant, eco mode, and a six speed automatic.

The Good:
The Bad:

Price Range: P919,000-P1,349,000
Our Rating:

Also see: Innova (Diesel)

Last Update: March 5, 2016

OWNERSHIP DETAILS	2.0 G	2.0 E	2.0 J
Price	P1,269,000 (MT), P1,349,000 (AT). Additional P15,000 for Pearl White	P1,040,000 (MT), P1,120,000 (AT)	P919,000
Waranty	3 Years or 100,000kms	3 Years or 100,000kms	3 Years or 100,000kms
ENGINE SPECS
Engine	1TR-FE 2.0 DOHC 16V I5	1TR-FE 2.0 DOHC 16V I6	1TR-FE 2.0 DOHC 16V I7
Horsepower	136hp @ 5,600rpm	136hp @ 5,600rpm	136hp @ 5,600rpm
Torque	183Nm @ 4,000rpm	183Nm @ 4,000rpm	183Nm @ 4,000rpm
Fuel Type	Gasoline/91 Octane	Gasoline/91 Octane	Gasoline/91 Octane
Fuel System	Electronic Fuel Injection	Electronic Fuel Injection	Electronic Fuel Injection
Transmission	5-Speed Manual, 6-Speed Automatic	5-Speed Manual, 6-Speed Automatic	5-Speed Manual
Fuel Tank Capacity
DIMENSIONS
Length	4,735mm	4,735mm	4,735mm
Width	1,835mm	1,830mm	1,830mm
Height	1,795mm	1,795mm	1,795mm
Wheelbase	2,750mm	2,750mm	2,750mm
Curb Weight
Body Style	5 Door MPV	5 Door MPV	5 Door MPV
Engine/Drive Type	Front Engine/Rear Wheel Drive	Front Engine/Rear Wheel Drive	Front Engine/Rear Wheel Drive
Seating	8	8	8
SUSPENSION & TIRES
Front Suspension	Double Wishbone with Stabilizer Bar	Double Wishbone with Stabilizer Bar	Double Wishbone with Stabilizer Bar
Rear Suspension	Rigid 4-Link Coil Spring	Rigid 4-Link Coil Spring	Rigid 4-Link Coil Spring
Front Brakes	Ventilated Discs	Ventilated Discs	Ventilated Discs
Rear Brakes	Leading-Trailing Drum	Leading-Trailing Drum	Leading-Trailing Drum
Tires	205/65 R16	205/65 R16	205/55 R16
Wheels	16 Inch Alloy	16 Inch Alloy	16 Inch Steel with Cover
SAFETY
Airbags	3	3	3
Anti-Lock Brakes	Yes, With Electronic Brakeforce Distribution	Yes, With Electronic Brakeforce Distribution	Yes, With Electronic Brakeforce Distribution
Traction/Stability Control	None	None	None
Other Safety Features	Adds: Back Up Sensor, Immobilizer	Adds: None	None
EXTERIOR
Fog Lamps	Front	Front	None
Other Exterior Features	Adds: Chrome Door Handles and Grille, Side Mirrors with Signal Repeaters	Adds: Rear Wiper, Rear Defogger	Body Color Door Handles and Side Mirrors, Resin Grille
INTERIOR
Steering Wheel Adjustment	Tilt/Telescopic	Tilt/Telescopic	Tilt/Telescopic
Steering Wheel Material	Leather	Urethane	Urethane
Seating Adjustment	Manual	Manual	Manual
Seating Material	Fabric	Fabric	Fabric
Other Interior Features	Adds: Ambient Light, Back Seat Tray	Adds: Multi Information Display	60:40 Split Fold and Tumble Rear Seats, Auxiliary Power Outlet - 12 Volts, Eco Mode
CONVENIENCE FEATURES
Power Amenities	Steering, Windows, Door Locks, Mirrors with Fold and Welcome Lamp	Steering, Windows, Door Locks, Mirrors	Steering, Windows, Door Locks, Mirrors
Climate Control	Automatic, Dual	Manual, Dual	Manual, Dual
Audio System	AM/FM/CD/MP3 /AUX/USB/Bluetooth/Navigation	AM/FM/CD/MP3 /AUX/USB/Bluetooth	AM/FM/CD/MP3/AUX/USB
Speakers	6	6	4
Steering Wheel Controls	Yes, Audio, Bluetooth, and Multi Information Display	Yes, Audio, Bluetooth, and Multi Information Display	None
Alarm	Yes	None	None
Keyless Entry	Yes	None	None
RIVALS	Chevrolet Orlando

See previous generation models of the Innova (Gasoline):
Toyota Innova (2005-2016)

Car Guide and Inspiration Car Profiles - Hyundai Elantra-Cars Blogging

HYUNDAI ELANTRA

Look what we have here, the Elantra is redesigned after a ground breaking previous generation model. No fancy technologies or turbocharging present, just rather basic motoring. It faces stiff competition from new rivals.

The Good:

The Bad:

Price Range: P878,000-P1,018,000

Our Rating:

Last Update: March 3, 2016

OWNERSHIP DETAILS	2.0 GLS	1.6 GL
Price	P1,018,000	P878,000 (MT), P978,000 (AT)
Warranty	5 Years or Unlimited kms	5 Years or Unlimited kms
ENGINE SPECS
Engine	Nu 2.0 DOHC 16V I4	Gamma 1.6 DOHC 16V I4
Horsepower	150hp @ 6,200rpm	126hp @ 6,300rpm
Torque	192Nm @ 4,000rpm	154Nm @ 4,850rpm
Fuel Type	Gasoline/91 Octane	Gasoline/91 Octane
Fuel System	Multi Port Injection	Multi Port Injection
Transmission	6-Speed Automatic	6-Speed Manual, 6-Speed Automatic
Fuel Tank Capacity	50 Liters	50 Liters
DIMENSIONS
Length	4,570mm	4,570mm
Width	1,800mm	1,800mm
Height	1,450mm	1,450mm
Wheelbase	2,700mm	2,700mm
Curb Weight	1,235-1,352kg	1,185-1,302kg (MT), 1,215-1,332kg (AT)
Body Style	4-Door Sedan	4-Door Sedan
Engine/Drive Type	Front Engine/Front Wheel Drive	Front Engine/Front Wheel Drive
Seating	5	5
SUSPENSION & TIRES
Front Suspension	McPherson Strut	McPherson Strut
Rear Suspension	Tubular Beam Coupled Torsion Beam Axle	Tubular Beam Coupled Torsion Beam Axle
Front Brakes	Disc	Disc
Rear Brakes	Disc	Disc
Tires	225/45 R17	195/65 R15 (MT), 205/55 R16 (AT)
Wheels	17 Inch Alloy	15 Inch Alloy (MT), 16 Inch Alloy (AT)
SAFETY
Airbags	2	1 (MT), 2 (AT)
Anti-Lock Brakes	Yes	None (MT), Yes (AT)
Traction/Stability Control	None	None
Other Safety Features	Adds: Immobilizer, Rear Park Assist System, Rear Sensor, Back Up Camera	None
EXTERIOR
Fog Lamps	Front	None (MT), Front (AT)
Other Exterior Features	Auto Light Control, Chrome Grille	Projection Type Headlamps, Side Mirror Signal Repeaters (AT)
INTERIOR
Steering Wheel Adjustment	Tilt/Telescopic	Tilt
Steering Wheel Material	Leather	Urethane
Seating Adjustment	Manual	Manual
Seating Material	Fabric	Fabric
Other Interior Features	Adds: Rear Aircon Vents, Illuminated Vanity Mirror, Auto Light Control, Ionizer	Power Outlet, 3.5 Inch LCD Instrument Cluster, Rheostat
CONVENIENCE FEATURES
Power Amenities	Steering, Windows, Door Locks, Mirrors with Fold	Steering, Windows, Door Locks, Mirrors
Climate Control	Automatic	Manual
Audio System	5 Inch Monitor with AM/FM/CD/AUX/USB	AM/FM/CD (MT), AM/FM/CD/AUX/USB (AT)
Speakers	6	4
Steering Wheel Controls	Yes, Audio and Bluetooth	None (MT), Yes, Audio (AT)
Alarm	Yes	Yes
Keyless Entry	Yes, Smart Entry Push Button Keyless System	Yes
RIVALS	Chevrolet Cruze, Ford Focus, Honda Civic, Kia Forte, Mazda 3, Mitsubishi Lancer, Nissan Sylphy, Subaru Impreza, Toyota Corolla Altis

See previous generation models of the Elantra:

Hyundai Elantra Sedan (1996-2000)

Hyundai Elantra (2007-2008)

Hyundai Elantra (2011-2015)