Top Ten 5-Seater Cars 2017 in the Philippines

On the lookout for a new 5-seater car? Check out Carmudi's choices for the  Top Ten 5-Seater Cars in the Philippines:

Honda Civic RS Turbo (starts from ₱ 1,413,000)

Of course, Philippine's 2016 Car of the Year makes it to our list. What we like about the Civic RS Turbo is its impressive combination of smart engine technology and features. Because really, it defies the belief that the engine's displacement is directly proportional to its power; that the bigger your car's engine displacement is, the more power it will have. With only a 1.5-liter turbo engine to work with, the Civic RS Turbo packs an impressive power of 173 hp and 220 Nm of torque. Combined with a Continuously Variable Transmission, its performance is like a dream on Earth. “Earth Dreams” technology, indeed!

ENGINE	1.5-liter In-line 4 Cylinder Earth Dreams Technology DOHC VTEC Turbo
POWER	173 Ps
TORQUE	220 Nm
TRIM	SRP
Civic RS Turbo CVT	PHP 1,413,000
Civic RS Turbo CVT Modulo	PHP 1,460,000
Civic RS Turbo CVT Modulo Sport	PHP 1,525,000

Mazda 6 SkyActiv-D (starts from ₱ 1,985,000)

One of the reasons why people prefer diesel-powered cars is because of their fuel efficiency. Generally, diesel-powered vehicles have better fuel economy compared to their gasoline counterparts. But contrary to the myth that diesel engine emissions are dirty, diesel engines nowadays are backed up by impressive technology to adhere to strict emission requirements.

Ask and Mazda shall answer. Mazda's diesel engine technology in their latest Mazda 6 update is a proof of the demands for greener hearts. What's special about the Mazda 6 is that it isn't only powered by a diesel engine, after all, but the said engine showcases a special engine technology called the SkyActiv-D which complies with the Euro 6 emission standards, or Euro 4 in the country.

Eco-friendly with a combo of being feature-packed and fun to drive? It's no wonder Mazda 6 snagged the spot for the Midsize car category in last year’s Car of the Year and Truck of the Year Philippines awards.

ENGINE	2.2-liter SkyActiv-D diesel engine
POWER	175 hp
TORQUE	420 Nm
SRP	PHP 1,985,000

Suzuki Ciaz GL 1.4L M/T (starts from ₱ 748,000)

No beating around the bush. What made the Suzuki Ciaz stand out in its category is its decent balance in looks, performance, and features without a heavy price tag. With elegant and athletic exterior and interior designs, 1.4-liter gasoline engine under the hood that gives 92 hp and 130 Nm of torque, and a slew of advanced features, the winner for last year's Subcompact car category in the Car of the Year Philippines and Truck of the Year Philippines awards shows that balance is the key.

ENGINE	1.4-liter K14B DOHC 16V with VVT
POWER	92 hp
TORQUE	130 Nm
SRP	PHP 748,000

Volkswagen Jetta (starts from ₱ 1.1 million)

Volkswagen started 2016 with a bang, bringing in their refreshed Jetta sedan with two variants. The TDI Comfortline variant featured a 2.0-liter diesel engine that delivered 138 hp and 236 Nm, while the TSI Trendline variant sported a smaller 1.4-liter gasoline engine that produced 158 hp and 240 Nm. Significantly better, too, since they're mated to a Direct Shift Gearbox (6-speed DSG transmission and 7-speed DSG transmission respectively) and equipped with TDI (Turbo Direct Injection) and TSI (Turbo Stratified Injection) engines. Other updates to the Jetta included features like ABS, Cruise Control, Hill Hold Control, and ESP.

However, stay on your toes, for a new Jetta will be coming by the end of May this 2017! Powered by a 2.0-liter TDI diesel engine which is linked to a 6-speed DSG transmission system, the new Jetta can produce 150 Ps and 340 Nm.

ENGINE	2.0-liter TDI Diesel engine
POWER	150 Ps
TORQUE	340 Nm
TRIM	SRP
Comfortline	PHP 1.1 million
Highline	PHP 1.2 million
Business Edition	PHP 1.25 million
Business Edition+	PHP 1.3 million

Toyota Vios (starts from ₱ 611,000)

Ah, our beloved Toyota Vios. We Filipinos have taken a liking to the sedan, so much that it has become our best-selling car in the country for the past years. From private to business use, the car is seen almost everywhere in the country.

What made the Vios a hit may be due to its practicality. In terms of utility, the Vios is the go-to for those looking for a decent balance between convenience, comfort, and performance in a car. Its decent features and overall reliability seem to be the keys to its success, and just recently, its performance just got even better. The car received a major heart upgrade, now sporting Dual VVT-i engines and a CVT. Its 1.3-liter engine delivers an output of 98 hp and a 123 Nm of torque while the bigger 1.5-liter engine now gives 106 hp and 140 Nm.

ENGINE	1.3-liter Dual VVT-i, 4-Cylinder, In-Line DOHC 16V EFI
POWER	98 hp
TORQUE	123 Nm
TRIM	SRP
1.3 Base M/T	PHP 611,000
1.3 J M/T	PHP 649,000
1.3 E M/T	PHP 762,000
1.3 E A/T	PHP 812,000

ENGINE	1.5-liter Dual VVT-i, 4-Cylinder, In-Line DOHC 16V EFI
POWER	106 hp
TORQUE	140 Nm
TRIM	SRP
1.5 G M/T	PHP 869,000
1.5 G A/T	PHP 919,000
TRD 1.5 G A/T	PHP 993,000

Honda Accord (starts from ₱ 2,293,000)

Let’s cut to the chase. What we love about this sporty sedan, other than its roomy and refined interior, enjoyable drive, and reliability, is that it comes with several functional improvements during its refresh last year.

Both variants of the Accord now have a cruise control, remote engine start function, 7-inch touch screen display audio with navigation, and most of all, Honda’s Lane Watch technology which will assist in improving the driver’s blind spot.

ENGINE	2.4-liter, Inline 4-cylinder, 16-valve DOHC I-VTEC with Earth Dreams Technology
POWER	175 Ps
TORQUE	226 Nm
TRIM	SRP
Accord 2.4 S Navi	PHP 1,793,000

ENGINE	3.5-liter V6, 24-valve SOHC I-VTEC with Earth Dreams Technology
POWER	281 Ps
TORQUE	339 Nm
TRIM	SRP
Accord 3.5 S Navi	PHP 2,293,000

Hyundai Sonata (starts from ₱ 1,878,000)

One of the strengths of the Sonata is the comfort it brings to its passengers. While the ride is comfortable with its quiet and roomy cabin, rear passengers will get to enjoy the most since the Sonata offers an amp legroom for them to relax in.

ENGINE	Theta II 2.4-liter MPI DOHC D-CVVT
POWER	178 Ps
TORQUE	23.3 kg-m
TRIM	SRP
Sonata GLS 2.4 A/T	PHP 1,698,000
ENGINE	Theta II 2.4-liter MPI DOHC D-CVVT
POWER	178 Ps
TORQUE	23.3 kg-m
TRIM	SRP
Sonata GLS 2.4 A/T Premium	PHP 1,878,000

Volkswagen Passat (starts from ₱ 2,253,000)

This sedan didn’t bag the 2015 European Car of the Year and 2015 Geneva Motor Show Best in Class Performance for interior and technology awards for nothing. Although it doesn’t have any flamboyant exterior elements, the Passat has a certain quiet appeal that’s undeniably elegant. Other than having a luxurious design, the cabin is spacious with convenient features to boot, so occupants will be treated to a comfortable ride.

ENGINE	2.0-liter 4-cylinder, In-line, Turbo Fuel-Injected Gasoline engine
POWER	220 Ps
TORQUE	350 Nm
TRIM	SRP
2.0 TSI DSG Highline	PHP 2,253,000

ENGINE	2.0-liter 4-cylinder, In-line, Turbo Fuel-Injected Gasoline engine
POWER	220 Ps
TORQUE	350 Nm
TRIM	SRP
2.0 TSI DSG Business Edition	PHP 2,759,000

Toyota Camry (starts from ₱ 1,575,000)

Although not updated for quite some time, the Camry still has a good reputation of being a great executive sedan in the Philippines. As an overall reliable transport which provides a roomy, high-quality, and comfortable interior, it’s not hard to see why it is well-loved by Filipino executives.

ENGINE	2.5-liter, 4-Cylinder In-Line, 16 Valve, DOHC, Dual VVT-i
POWER	178 Ps
TORQUE	231 Nm
TRIM	SRP
2.5 G A/T	PHP 1,575,000
2.5 S A/T	PHP 1,709,000
2.5 V A/T	PHP 1,775,000

ENGINE	3.5-liter V6, 24 Valve, DOHC, Dual VVT-i
POWER	277 Ps
TORQUE	346 Nm
TRIM	SRP
3.5 V6 A/T	PHP 2,175,000

Mazda CX-3 (starts from ₱ 1,280,000)

More often than not, we favor our sight the most among our other senses. From form to functionality, there are a number of reasons why people choose certain things, though it is undeniable that appearance takes up a huge chunk in our judgments. Maybe that's why the CX-3 appealed to many. It has the signature Mazda Kodo design language – a striking, premium look that may even look like it would belong to the luxury segment. Although this 5-seater crossover SUV is more than what meets the eye. As crossovers are known for, the CX-3's strengths lie on its maneuverability and roomy interior despite its size. Certainly in a country where potholes and traffic are common, it's ideal for those who can't afford to drive a behemoth of a metal but want to lug a lot of stuff and drive through challenging roads.

Easy to drive with a bunch of features to boot, needless to say, the CX-3 is the top dog in its segment, its FWD Sport variant bagging the Compact Crossover SUV category in the 2016 Car of the Year-Philippines and Truck of the Year-Philippines awards, and all.

ENGINE	2.0-liter SKYACTIV-G In-line 4-Cylinder DOHC, 16 Valves with i-STOP
POWER	148 Ps
TORQUE	192 Nm
TRIM	SRP
2.0 L FWD PRO	PHP 1,280,000
2.0 L FWD SPORT	PHP 1,380,000
2.0 L AWD ACTIV	PHP 1,480,000

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