Ford Explorer - Generation 4 (2007-2011)

FORD EXPLORER (2007-2011)

Although it arrived a little late, the fourth generation Explorer in Philippine spec can be had in Eddie Bauer 2WD guise. An update done in February 2010 had several amenities added including a DVD player and other power mechanism.

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OWNERSHIP DETAILS	Eddie Bauer
Years Available	January 2007-October 2011
ENGINE SPECS
Engine	Cologne 4.0 SOHC 12V V6
Horsepower	210hp @ 5,100rpm
Torque	344Nm @ 3,700rpm
Fuel Type	Gasoline/93 Octane
Fuel System	Electronic Fuel Injection
Transmission	5-Speed Automatic
Fuel Tank Capacity	85 Liters
DIMENSIONS
Length	4,912mm
Width	1,872mm
Height	1,849mm
Wheelbase	2,888mm
Curb Weight	1,940kg
Body Style	5 Door SUV
Engine/Drive Type	Front Engine/Rear Wheel Drive
Seating	7
SUSPENSION & TIRES
Front Suspension	Double Wishbone
Rear Suspension	Double Wishbone
Front Brakes	Vented Disc
Rear Brakes	Solid Disc
Tires	245/65 R17
Wheels	17 Inch Alloy
SAFETY
Airbags	6
Anti-Lock Brakes	Yes, With Electronic Brakeforce Distribution and Brake Assist
Traction/Stability Control	Yes, Advance Trac with Roll Stability Control
Other Safety Features	Rear Parking Sensors, Trailer Sway Control
EXTERIOR
Fog Lamps	Front
Other Exterior Features	Two Tone Paint, Chrome Grille, Body Moulding, Roof Rails, Side Step Board, Rear Wiper, Easy Fuel Capless Fuel System
INTERIOR
Steering Wheel Adjustment	Tilt
Steering Wheel Material	Leather
Seating Adjustment	Power, Driver
Seating Material	Leather
Other Interior Features	Wood Accents, 60/40 Fold Second Row, 50/50 Fold Third Row
CONVENIENCE FEATURES
Power Amenities	Steering, Windows, Door Locks, Mirrors, Pedals, Lift Gate, Third Row Seat
Climate Control	Automatic, Dual
Audio System	AM/FM/6 CD/MP3/WMA/AUX with Rear DVD System, SYNC Bluetooth Hands Free, and Voice Activated Device Link
Speakers	7
Steering Wheel Controls	Yes, Audio
Alarm	Yes
Keyless Entry	Yes
NOTES	Trailer sway control, Easy Fuel capless fuel system, power pedals, power fold third row, WMA and auxiliary function, SYNC Bluetooth hands free, voice activated device link added in February 2010. Power lift gate removed in February 2010.
RIVALS	Chevrolet Trailblazer, Honda Pilot, Hyundai Veracruz, Mazda CX-9, Mitsubishi Endeavor, Mitsubishi Pajero, Nissan Patrol, Toyota Land Crusier Prado

Subaru Legacy Sedan - Generation 4.2 (2006-2009)

SUBARU LEGACY SEDAN (2006-2009)

The return of the Legacy badge after seven years, but as a sedan, with the wagon made available months later. Unlike rivals back then, this one can be had with just one variant, the 2.0R having a 2.0 naturally aspirated engine.

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OWNERSHIP DETAILS	2.0R
Years Available	July 2006-September 2009
ENGINE SPECS
Engine	EJ204 2.0 DOHC 16V F4
Horsepower	165hp @ 6,800rpm
Torque	201Nm @ 3,200rpm
Fuel Type	Gasoline/95 Octane
Fuel System	AVCS EFI
Transmission	4-Speed Automatic
Fuel Tank Capacity	64 Liters
DIMENSIONS
Length	4,665mm
Width	1,730mm
Height	1,425mm
Wheelbase	2,670mm
Curb Weight	1,415kg
Body Style	4-Door Sedan
Engine/Drive Type	Front Engine/All Wheel Drive
Seating	5
SUSPENSION & TIRES
Front Suspension	McPherson Strut
Rear Suspension	Multi Link
Front Brakes	Vented Disc
Rear Brakes	Solid Disc
Tires	215/45 R17
Wheels	17 Inch Alloy
SAFETY
Airbags	6
Anti-Lock Brakes	Yes, With Electronic Brakeforce Distribution and Brake Assist
Traction/Stability Control	None
Other Safety Features	Variable Torque Distribution
EXTERIOR
Fog Lamps	Front and Rear
Other Exterior Features	HID Headlamps, Side Mirror Signal Repeaters, Dual Chrome Exhaust Tips, Rear Spoiler
INTERIOR
Steering Wheel Adjustment	Tilt/Telescopic
Steering Wheel Material	Leather
Seating Adjustment	Power, Driver
Seating Material	Leather
Other Interior Features	60/40 Fold Rear Seat, Silver Accents
CONVENIENCE FEATURES
Power Amenities	Steering, Windows, Door Locks, Mirrors with Fold
Climate Control	Automatic
Audio System	AM/FM/6 CD/MP3
Speakers	6
Steering Wheel Controls	Yes, Audio
Alarm	Yes
Keyless Entry	Yes
NOTES
RIVALS	Honda Accord, Hyundai Sonata, Mazda 6, Mitsubishi Galant, Nissan Teana, Toyota Camry

Car Profiles - Toyota Alphard

TOYOTA ALPHARD

Well that was fast, the new Alphard is available months after its Japan launch. No more lethargic 4-cylinder engine, with the V6 remains. The same formula is there, but the large grille isn't for everyone.

The Good: Still the ultimate luxury cruiser

The Bad: A waffle maker grille spoils the fun

Price Range: P3,329,000

Our Rating: ****

Last Update: March 11, 2017

OWNERSHIP DETAILS	3.5L
Price	P3,329,000
Warranty	3 Years or 100,000kms
ENGINE SPECS
Engine	2GR-FE 3.5 DOHC 24V V6
Horsepower	275hp @ 6,200rpm
Torque	340Nm @ 4,700rpm
Fuel Type	Gasoline/95 Octane
Fuel System	Dual VVT-i
Transmission	6-Speed Automatic
Fuel Tank Capacity	75 Liters
DIMENSIONS
Length	4,915mm
Width	1,850mm
Height	1,890mm
Wheelbase	3,000mm
Curb Weight
Body Style	5 Door Van
Engine/Drive Type	Front Engine/Front Wheel Drive
Seating	7
SUSPENSION & TIRES
Front Suspension	McPherson Strut with Stabilizer
Rear Suspension	Double Wishbone with Stabilizer
Front Brakes	Ventilated Discs
Rear Brakes	Ventilated Discs
Tires	235/50 R18
Wheels	18 Inch Alloy
SAFETY
Airbags	7
Anti-Lock Brakes	Yes, With Electronic Brakeforce Distribution and Brake Assist
Traction/Stability Control	Yes, Vehicle Stability Control
Other Safety Features	Hill Start Assist Control, Emergency Stop Signal, Clearance and Back Sonar
EXTERIOR
Fog Lamps	Front
Other Exterior Features	Auto Leveling Headlamps, Daytime Running Lights, Side Mirror Signal Repeaters, Rain Sensing Front Wiper, Rear Wiper, Rear Spoiler, Sun Roof
INTERIOR
Steering Wheel Adjustment	Tilt/Telescopic
Steering Wheel Material	Leather
Seating Adjustment	Power, Driver, Front Passenger, and Second Row
Seating Material	Leather
Other Interior Features	4.2 Inch TFT Display Monitor, Illuminated Entry, Wood Accents, Eco Drive Mode, Electric Park Brake
CONVENIENCE FEATURES
Power Amenities	Steering, Windows, Door Locks, Mirrors, Sliding Doors, Back Door
Climate Control	Automatic, Dual
Audio System	AM/FM/CD/MP3/DVD/AUX/USB/Bluetooth/Navigation
Speakers	8
Steering Wheel Controls	Yes, Audio, Cruise Control, and Multi Information Display
Alarm	Yes, with Immobilizer
Keyless Entry	Yes, with Smart Entry and Push Button Start
RIVALS

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Toyota Alphard (2010-2015)

Ford Explorer - Generation 3 (2004-2006)

FORD EXPLORER (2004-2006)

Slotting between the Everest and Expedition, this SUV has the similarities of the latter in a small size. A 4.0 V6 which can be paired to either two or four wheel drive. The Eddie Bauer in 4WD guise came first followed by the 2WD XLT.

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OWNERSHIP DETAILS	4x4 Eddie Bauer	4x2 XLT
Years Available	November 2004-December 2006	April 2005-December 2006
ENGINE SPECS
Engine	Cologne 4.0 SOHC 12V V6	Cologne 4.0 SOHC 12V V6
Horsepower	210hp @ 5,250rpm	210hp @ 5,250rpm
Torque	344Nm @ 3,700rpm	344Nm @ 3,700rpm
Fuel Type	Gasoline/93 Octane	Gasoline/93 Octane
Fuel System	Electronic Fuel Injection	Electronic Fuel Injection
Transmission	5-Speed Automatic	5-Speed Automatic
Fuel Tank Capacity	85 Liters	85 Liters
DIMENSIONS
Length	4,813mm	4,813mm
Width	1,832mm	1,832mm
Height	1,827mm	1,827mm
Wheelbase	2,889mm	2,889mm
Curb Weight	1,970kg	1,940kg
Body Style	5 Door SUV	5 Door SUV
Engine/Drive Type	Front Engine/Four Wheel Drive	Front Engine/Rear Wheel Drive
Seating	7	7
SUSPENSION & TIRES
Front Suspension	Double Wishbone	Double Wishbone
Rear Suspension	Double Wishbone	Double Wishbone
Front Brakes	Vented Disc	Vented Disc
Rear Brakes	Solid Disc	Solid Disc
Tires	255/60 R17	255/60 R17
Wheels	17 Inch Alloy	17 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	Tire Pressure Monitor System, Rear Parking Sensors
EXTERIOR
Fog Lamps	Front	None
Other Exterior Features	Adds: Two Tone Paint, Sun Roof, Overfenders	Side Step Board, Roof Rails, Rear Wiper
INTERIOR
Steering Wheel Adjustment	Tilt	Tilt
Steering Wheel Material	Leather	Leather
Seating Adjustment	Power, Driver	Manual
Seating Material	Leather	Fabric
Other Interior Features	Adds: Wood Accents	Silver Accents, 40/20/40 Second Row Fold Bench; 50/50 Fold Third Row
CONVENIENCE FEATURES
Power Amenities	Steering, Windows, Door Locks, Mirrors, Pedals	Steering, Windows, Door Locks, Mirrors
Climate Control	Automatic, Dual (Front), Manual (Rear)	Manual, Dual
Audio System	AM/FM/CD	AM/FM/CD
Speakers	6	6
Steering Wheel Controls	None	None
Alarm	Yes	Yes
Keyless Entry	Yes	Yes
NOTES
RIVALS	Chevrolet Trailblazer, Mitsubishi Pajero, Nissan Patrol, Toyota Land Crusier Prado

Nissan Teana - Generation 2 (2010-2014)

NISSAN TEANA (2010-2014)

While other markets had this since 2008, it was a delay until two years later. Initially, the 2.5 V6 came in first with a 3.5 V6 launched later on. It was replaced by the Altima, essentially the third generation Teana (and the fifth for the former).  

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OWNERSHIP DETAILS	350XV	250XL
Years Available	December 2010-March 2014	August 2010-March 2014
ENGINE SPECS
Engine	VQ35DE 3.5 DOHC 24V V6	VQ25DE 2.5 DOHC 24V V6
Horsepower	249hp @ 6,000rpm	182hp @ 6,000rpm
Torque	335Nm @ 4,400rpm	232Nm @ 4,400rpm
Fuel Type	Gasoline/93 Octane	Gasoline/93 Octane
Fuel System	Electronic Fuel Injection	Electronic Fuel Injection
Transmission	Continuously Variable Transmission	Continuously Variable Transmission
Fuel Tank Capacity	70 Liters	70 Liters
DIMENSIONS
Length	4,850mm	4,850mm
Width	1,795mm	1,795mm
Height	1,475mm	1,475mm
Wheelbase	2,775mm	2,775mm
Curb Weight	N/A	N/A
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	Independent Strut with Coil Springs	Independent Strut with Coil Springs
Rear Suspension	Multi Link	Multi Link
Front Brakes	Ventilated Disc	Ventilated Disc
Rear Brakes	Disc	Drum
Tires	215/55 R17	205/65 R16
Wheels	17 Inch Alloy	16 Inch Alloy
SAFETY
Airbags	4	2
Anti-Lock Brakes	Yes, With Electronic Brakeforce Distribution and Brake Assist	Yes, With Electronic Brakeforce Distribution and Brake Assist
Traction/Stability Control	Yes, Vehicle Dynamic Control and Traction Control System	None
Other Safety Features	Adds: None	Rear View Camera
EXTERIOR
Fog Lamps	Front	Front
Other Exterior Features	Adds: Sun Roof, Xenon Head Lamps, Auto Leveling Headlights	Automatic Headlights, Side Mirror Signal Repeaters, LED Rear Lights
INTERIOR
Steering Wheel Adjustment	Tilt/Telescopic	Tilt/Telescopic
Steering Wheel Material	Leather	Leather
Seating Adjustment	Power, Driver and Front Passenger	Power, Driver
Seating Material	Leather	Leather
Other Interior Features	Adds: Ottoman Passenger Seat, Driver and Front Passenger Ventilated Seats	Map Lamp
CONVENIENCE FEATURES
Power Amenities	Steering, Windows, Door Locks, Mirrors with Fold, Rear Sunshade	Steering, Windows, Door Locks, Mirrors with Fold
Climate Control	Automatic, Dual	Automatic, Dual
Audio System	Multi Media System with AM/FM/CD/MP3/AUX/USB/Rear View Camera and Navigation System	Multi Media System with AM/FM/CD/MP3/AUX/USB/Navigation System
Speakers	6	6
Steering Wheel Controls	Yes, Audio and Cruise Control	None
Alarm	Yes	Yes
Keyless Entry	Yes, Push Button Start	Yes, Push Button Start
NOTES
RIVALS	Honda Accord, Hyundai Sonata, Kia Optima, Mazda 6, Mitsubishi Galant, Subaru Legacy, Toyota Camry

Ford Expedition - Generation 2 (2002-2006)

FORD EXPEDITION (2002-2006)

The second generation model received a host of improvements and changes. There are revisions in the suspension settings, towing capacity, seating positions, and other mechanisms. The engines from the previous model are still the same but were improved.

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OWNERSHIP DETAILS	4x4 Eddie Bauer	4x2 XLT
Years Available	2004-December 2006	December 2002-2004
ENGINE SPECS
Engine	Triton 5.4 SOHC 16V V8	Triton 4.6 SOHC 16V V8
Horsepower	260hp @ 4,500rpm	232hp @ 4,750rpm
Torque	475Nm @ 2,500rpm	395Nm @ 3,450rpm
Fuel Type	Gasoline/93 Octane	Gasoline/93 Octane
Fuel System	Electronic Fuel Injection	Electronic Fuel Injection
Transmission	4-Speed Automatic	4-Speed Automatic
Fuel Tank Capacity	106 Liters	106 Liters
DIMENSIONS
Length	5,227mm	5,227mm
Width	1,998mm	1,998mm
Height	1,965mm	1,965mm
Wheelbase	3,025mm	3,025mm
Curb Weight	2,288kg	2,288kg
Body Style	5 Door SUV	5 Door SUV
Engine/Drive Type	Front Engine/Four Wheel Drive	Front Engine/Rear Wheel Drive
Seating	9	10
SUSPENSION & TIRES
Front Suspension	Double Wishbone	Double Wishbone
Rear Suspension	Double Wishbone	Double Wishbone
Front Brakes	Vented Disc	Vented Disc
Rear Brakes	Disc	Disc
Tires	275/60 R17	275/60 R17
Wheels	17 Inch Alloy	17 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	Rear Axle Limited Slip Differential, Rear Parking Sensors, ISO-FIX Child Seats
EXTERIOR
Fog Lamps	Front	Front
Other Exterior Features	Adds: Two Tone Paint	Class IV Trailer Tow Package, Concealed Radio Antenna, Side Mirrors with Integrated Puddle Lamps, Platinum Type Grille, Body Colored Upper Front Bumper with Molded-in-Color Lower Accent, Body Color Door Handles, Side Step Bar, Driver's Door Mounted Keypad Entry System, Roof Rails
INTERIOR
Steering Wheel Adjustment	Tilt	Tilt
Steering Wheel Material	Leather	Leather
Seating Adjustment	Power, Driver	Power, Driver
Seating Material	Leather	Fabric
Other Interior Features	Adds: All Leather Interior	Message Center Computer, Overhead Console with Conversation Mirror, 60/40 Front Bench, 40/20/40 Second Row Fold Bench; 60/40 Fold Third Row, Headlamp and Radio Auto Delay
CONVENIENCE FEATURES
Power Amenities	Steering, Windows, Door Locks, Mirrors with Heat, Pedals	Steering, Windows, Door Locks, Mirrors with Heat, Pedals
Climate Control	Manual, Dual	Manual, Dual
Audio System	AM/FM/Cassette/CD	AM/FM/Cassette/CD
Speakers	4	4
Steering Wheel Controls	None	None
Alarm	Yes	Yes
Keyless Entry	Yes	Yes
NOTES
RIVALS	Chevrolet Tahoe, Chevrolet Suburban, Dodge Durango

Hyundai Sonata - Generation 5.1 (2005-2009)

HYUNDAI SONATA (2005-2009)

The first (and the last) Sonata in the Philippines to be made available with a V6 engine, which incidentally was the first to be brought here. This version of the Sonata gained critical acclaim but wasn't able to replicate the success locally.

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OWNERSHIP DETAILS	3.3 GLS	2.4 GLS
Years Available	April 2005-2009	November 2007-2009
ENGINE SPECS
Engine	3.3 DOHC 24V V6	2.4 DOHC 16V I4
Horsepower	235hp @ 6,000rpm	162hp @ 5,800rpm
Torque	305Nm @ 3,500rpm	222Nm @ 4,250rpm
Fuel Type	Gasoline/93 Octane	Gasoline/93 Octane
Fuel System	CVVT EFI	CVVT EFI
Transmission	5-Speed Automatic	4-Speed Automatic
Fuel Tank Capacity	67 Liters	67 Liters
DIMENSIONS
Length	4,800mm	4,800mm
Width	1,832mm	1,832mm
Height	1,745mm	1,745mm
Wheelbase	2,730mm	2,730mm
Curb Weight	1,481kg	1,481kg
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	Double Wishbone	Double Wishbone
Rear Suspension	Multi Link	Multi Link
Front Brakes	Vented Disc	Vented Disc
Rear Brakes	Solid Disc	Solid Disc
Tires	225/50 R17	225/50 R17
Wheels	17 Inch Alloy	17 Inch Alloy
SAFETY
Airbags	6	6
Anti-Lock Brakes	Yes, With Electronic Brakeforce Distribution	Yes, With Electronic Brakeforce Distribution
Traction/Stability Control	None	None
Other Safety Features	None	None
EXTERIOR
Fog Lamps	Front	Front
Other Exterior Features	Adds: Dual Exhaust Tips	None
INTERIOR
Steering Wheel Adjustment	Tilt	Tilt
Steering Wheel Material	Leather with Wood Accents	Leather with Wood Accents
Seating Adjustment	Power, Driver	Power, Driver
Seating Material	Leather	Leather
Other Interior Features	Adds: None	60/40 Fold Rear Seat
CONVENIENCE FEATURES
Power Amenities	Steering, Windows, Door Locks, Mirrors	Steering, Windows, Door Locks, Mirrors
Climate Control	Automatic	Automatic
Audio System	AM/FM/CD/MP3	AM/FM/CD/MP3
Speakers	6	6
Steering Wheel Controls	None	None
Alarm	Yes	Yes
Keyless Entry	Yes	Yes
NOTES
RIVALS	Chevrolet Lumina, Honda Accord, Mazda 6, Mitsubishi Galant, Nissan Cefiro, Nissan Teana, Subaru Legacy, Toyota Camry