This year’s most coveted cars
IT HAS been a challenging year for the Philippine economy. Rising prices of goods, a weakening peso, alongside the newly implemented tax reform have affected consumers across all industries. For automobile manufacturers especially, an additional excise tax placed on top of existing car prices have challenged the industry to offer the best model line-ups and deals to entice prospective buyers.
The industry has put its best foot forward this 2018, with cars that are powerful, efficient, reliable, and affordable. Here are, in no particular order, some of the best and most desirable of them.
MAZDA 2
The subcompact sedan Mazda 2 remains one of the most in demand cars under the P1-million mark in the country. The updated model is equipped with Mazda’s proprietary SKYACTIV with G-Vectoring Control that optimizes the car’s dynamics control for better ride comfort and stability. The technology gives the Mazda 2 a high compression ration to produce more torque and better responsiveness even at low revs.
The vehicle also sports the eye-catching KODO: Soul of Motion design that carries confidence wherever it goes. With improved fuel efficiency, uncompromised engine power, and enhanced safety measures, the Mazda 2 still lives up to its promises of an impressive driving experience on the road. SUZUKI CIAZ
The newest version of Suzuki’s Ciaz compact car model was designed to excel. Receiving a whole new look, the Maruti Suzuki Ciaz seeks elegance by combining a driven sportiness with stylish, sophisticated flair. A lean and expansive exterior is complemented by the spacious, relaxing atmosphere of the interior cabin, with ergonomically designed seats that aim for comfort in both the front and the rear. In addition, an enhanced rigidity and tuned suspension, and reductions made to noise and vibrations make for a smooth and quiet experience for drivers and passengers.
The Suzuki Ciaz also pulls no punches with a refined K14B engine, which with the car’s aerodynamic and lightweight body, provide a certain dynamism and efficiency on the road. The combination of the suspension and rigid body provides a perfect fit that enhances driving stability and NVH (noise, vibration and harshness) performance.
FORD ECOSPORT
The popular street smart compact SUV from Ford returns with a refreshed design and improved performance, justifying its popularity with Filipinos everywhere. Comfort and convenience has also been enhanced for families. Every inch of the new EcoSport is designed for action, giving its drivers the energy and power to do more and move more freely. The sub-1.0L engine has been named the International Engine of the Year six times for its fuel MAZDA 2
The industry has put its best foot forward this 2018, with cars that are powerful, efficient, reliable, and affordable. Here are, in no particular order, some of the best and most desirable of them.