The Top 10 used cars in the Phl
WHEN aspirations do not meet the budget, going second-hand often proves a more viable and palatable option, albeit with the inherent risk of caveat emptor. That said, with the impending implementation of the much-rued excise tax hanging like an ax over our heads, reason dictates that we can expect more people to take a gander at the massive used-car options. In case you’ve ever wondered, the following are the bestselling used cars (in descending order), according to online vehicle marketplace carmudi.com.ph, which features tens of thousands of certified listings. Happy hunting!
1. TOYOTA VIOS
This is a no-brainer, as the Vios has for quite a stretch now cemented its reputation as the leading subcompact in the country. Just take a look at all the Vios taxis and private vehicles on the road, and you know it’s a dependable choice that is highly coveted even when pre-loved.
2. TOYOTA INNOVA
The default people mover, the Innova practically invented the MPV (multi-purpose vehicle) segment in the country – a more inexpensive alternative to the minivans of yore and the rather bare-bones domain of the AUV (Asian utility vehicle). The Innova wedges itself cleanly between the two classes as a people-mover with oodles of space while sporting more upscale design and accoutrements.
3. ISUZU CROSSWIND
Long live the AUV (Asian utility vehicle). And long does the Isuzu Crosswind live – soldiering on as a champion of the genre that continues to win motorists over. Going for the Crosswind is its durability, compelling diesel heart, and all-around panache.
4. HONDA CITY
Before the arrival of the Brio nameplate, the City had the distinction of being the entry point into the Honda stable. Today, the compact sedan remains to be a dependable and desirable choice in the second-hand market – a testament to its quality and the ecosystem of support from Honda Cars Philippines, Inc.
5. HYUNDAI STAREX
The South Korean carmaker first made its name in the country via this curvaceous van with a snout that made it stand out from traditional, boxy numbers. As the Starex has evolved throughout its generations, buyers are obviously still taken by the good reputation that comes with the badge.
6. HYUNDAI ACCENT
Like the Vios and City, the Accent is a “proper” sedan that is easily attainable – more so if pre-loved. Great design, savvy performance, and a rightsized engine (for fuel efficiency) make for longevity in desirability.
7. MITSUBISHI ADVENTURE
For sure, the Adventure AUV had its run of success along with its nemesis, the now-defunct Toyota Tamaraw. Today, while you can still get a brand-new unit for as low as P690,000 (Mitsubishi actually offers five variants), it seems the secondhand market is awash with buyers and sellers of this no-nonsense people and cargo mover.
8. TOYOTA FORTUNER
If the old Mitsubishi Pajero practically introduced the SUV genre to Filipino, then give the Fortuner the distinction of making it a staple of most households. Known for reliability, the Fortuner retains its value and attractiveness well into maturity.
9. FORD RANGER
Though we’re not a pickup-crazy market like, say, Thailand, we have enough people wanting this vehicle type, as evidenced by Carmudi’s business intelligence findings. The workhorse Ford Ranger tops this class – just edging out its Isuzu competitor below.
10. ISUZU D-MAX
As a brand known for building commercial trucks, Isuzu has rightfully earned a reputation for awesome diesel engines – a mastery that logically extends to the quality of its power plants for its passenger vehicles such as the exceptional D-Max.
While you can still get a brand-new Adventure for as low as P690,000 (Mitsubishi actually offers five variants), it seems the secondhand market is awash with buyers and sellers of this nononsense people and cargo mover.