Car Profiles - Mitsubishi Pajero

MITSUBISHI PAJERO

The final update for 2015 gave the Pajero some exterior changes like a updated grille and bumper and some interior add ons while retailing at the same price. Too bad, the engines are the same plus looks is be a love/hate affair.

The Good: Can handle off-road situations

The Bad: Getting old, seriously

Price Range: P2,570,000-P2,770,000

Our Rating: **

Last Update: March 11, 2017

OWNERSHIP DETAILS	3.2 Di-D	3.8 MIVEC
Price	P2,770,000	P2,570,000
Warranty	3 Years or 100,000kms	3 Years or 100,000kms
ENGINE SPECS
Engine	4M41 3.2 DOHC 16V I4 Turbocharged and Intercooled	6G75 3.8 SOHC 24V V6
Horsepower	192hp @ 3,800rpm	247hp @ 6,000rpm
Torque	441Nm @ 2,000rpm	329Nm @ 2,750rpm
Fuel Type	Diesel	Gasoline/93 Octane
Fuel System	CRDI	MIVEC
Transmission	5-Speed Automatic	5-Speed Automatic
Fuel Tank Capacity	88 Liters	88 Liters
DIMENSIONS
Length	4,900mm	4,900mm
Width	1,875mm	1,875mm
Height	1,870mm	1,870mm
Wheelbase	2,780mm	2,780mm
Curb Weight	2,245kg	2,150kg
Body Style	5 Door SUV	5 Door SUV
Engine/Drive Type	Front Engine/Four Wheel Drive, Low	Front Engine/Four Wheel Drive, Low
Seating	7	7
SUSPENSION & TIRES
Front Suspension	Double Wishbone Coil Springs with Stabilizer Bars	Double Wishbone Coil Springs with Stabilizer Bars
Rear Suspension	Multi-Link Coil Springs with Stabilizer Bars	Multi-Link Coil Springs with Stabilizer Bars
Front Brakes	Ventilated Disc	Ventilated Disc
Rear Brakes	Ventilated Drum in Disc	Ventilated Drum in Disc
Tires	265/60 R18	265/60 R18
Wheels	18 Inch Alloy	18 Inch Alloy
SAFETY
Airbags	6	6
Anti-Lock Brakes	Yes, With Electronic Brakeforce Distribution	Yes, With Electronic Brakeforce Distribution
Traction/Stability Control	Yes, Mitsubishi Active Stability Traction Control	Yes, Mitsubishi Active Stability Traction Control
Other Safety Features	Adds: None	Reverse Camera, Reverse Sensors, Tire Pressure Monitor System
EXTERIOR
Fog Lamps	Front (LED) and Rear	Front (LED) and Rear
Other Exterior Features	Adds: None	Headlamp Washers, HID Headlamps with Auto Leveling, Chrome Side Mirrors/Grille/Door Handle, Side Mirror Signal Repeaters and Approach Lights, Integrated Aluminum Side Stepboards, Door Claddings, Rear Wiper, Tow Hook, Chrome Plated Grille, Sun Roof, Redesigned Spare Tire Cover Design
INTERIOR
Steering Wheel Adjustment	Tilt	Tilt
Steering Wheel Material	Leather	Leather
Seating Adjustment	Power, Driver and Front Passenger	Power, Driver and Front Passenger
Seating Material	Leather	Leather
Other Interior Features	Adds: None	Heated Front Seats, Aluminum Pedals, Cruise Control, Multi-Information Display Monitor, Electronic Chromatic Rearview Mirror, 60/40 Fold 2nd Row, Underfloor Compartment
CONVENIENCE FEATURES
Power Amenities	Steering, Windows, Door Locks, Mirrors with Fold and Defog	Steering, Windows, Door Locks, Mirrors with Fold and Defog
Climate Control	Automatic, Dual with Rear Controls and Vents	Automatic, Dual with Rear Controls and Vents
Audio System	6.5 Inch LCD Monitor with AM/FM/CD/DVD/AUX/USB/IPOD with Bluetooth and GPS Navigation	6.5 Inch LCD Monitor with AM/FM/CD/DVD/AUX/USB/IPOD with Bluetooth and GPS Navigation
Speakers	6 + 2 Tweeters	6 + 2 Tweeters
Steering Wheel Controls	Yes, Audio and Cruise Control	Yes, Audio and Cruise Control
Alarm	Yes	Yes
Keyless Entry	Yes	Yes
RIVALS	Chevrolet Traverse, Ford Explorer, Honda Pilot, Mazda CX-9, Nissan Patrol Safari, Toyota Land Cruiser Prado

See previous generation models of the Pajero:

Mitsubishi Pajero (1995-1998)

Mitsubishi Pajero (1999-2008)

Mitsubishi Pajero (2003-2006)

See the pre-updated model of this Pajero:

Mitsubishi Pajero (2007-Current)

Honda Pilot - Generation 2.2 (2012-2016)

HONDA PILOT (2012-2016)

While the first generation Pilot brought here nearly 10 years ago was a limited model, this one is relegated to the regular line-up. Only one model is available similar to most rivals, the EX-L with a 3.5 engine similar to the Accord

See the overview of this Pilot
See the latest model of the Pilot

OWNERSHIP DETAILS	3.5 EX-L 4WD
Years Offered	June 2012-January 2016
ENGINE SPECS
Engine	3.5 DOHC 24V V6
Horsepower	253hp @ 5,700rpm
Torque	347Nm @ 4,800rpm
Fuel Type	Gasoline/93 Octane
Fuel System	i-VTEC with Variable Cylinder Management
Transmission	5-Speed Automatic
Fuel Tank Capacity	79 Liters
DIMENSIONS
Length	4,875mm
Width	1,995mm
Height	1,845mm
Wheelbase	2,775mm
Curb Weight	2,087kg
Body Style	5 Door SUV
Engine/Drive Type	Front Engine/Four Wheel Drive with Variable Torque Management 4-Wheel Drive System
Seating	8
SUSPENSION & TIRES
Front Suspension	McPherson Strut
Rear Suspension	Multi-Link with Trailing Arm
Front Brakes	Ventilated Disc
Rear Brakes	Drum in Disc
Tires	245/65 R17
Wheels	17 Inch Alloy
SAFETY
Airbags	8
Anti-Lock Brakes	Yes, with Electronic Brakeforce Distribution
Traction/Stability Control	Yes, Vehicle Stability Assist
Other Safety Features	Front Passenger Occupant Position Detection System, LATCH System in 2nd and 3rd Rows
EXTERIOR
Fog Lamps	Yes
Other Exterior Features	Sunroof, Tailgate with Glass Hatch, Rear Wiper, Roof Rails, Tow Hitch with Cover, Rear Back-Up Camera with Sensors, Side Mirrors with Signal Repeaters
INTERIOR
Steering Wheel Adjustment	Tilt and Telescopic
Steering Wheel Material	Leather
Seating Adjustment	Power, Driver and Front Passenger
Seating Material	Leather
Other Interior Features	2nd and 3rd Row Split and Flat Folding Seats, Cruise Control, 8 Inch High Resolution QVGA Multi-Information Display, Auto Dimming Rear View Mirror, Front Map/Door Courtesy Lights, 2nd and 3rd Row Reading Lights
CONVENIENCE FEATURES
Power Amenities	Steering, Windows, Door Locks, Mirrors
Climate Control	Automatic, Triple Zone
Audio System	AM/FM/CD/MP3/WMA/AUX/USB/Bluetooth with 2GB Flash Memory CD Library
Speakers	8
Steering Wheel Controls	Yes, Audio
Alarm	Yes, with Immobilizer
Keyless Entry	Yes
NOTES
RIVALS	Chevrolet Traverse, Dodge Durango, Ford Explorer, Hyundai Grand Santa Fe, Mazda CX-9, Mitsubishi Pajero, Nissan Murano, Subaru Tribeca, Toyota Land Cruiser Prado

Car Profiles - Toyota FJ Cruiser

TOYOTA FJ CRUISER

Years after being offered in the grey market and just moments being in the death row, Toyota had finally offered the FJ Cruiser thanks to some tax cuts. It looks good and has impressive off-road abilities but visibility isn't good (a trade-off due to the retro styling). A good toy rather than a practical partner.

The Good: Great off-road skills

The Bad: Poor outward visibility

Price Range: P1,866,000

Our Rating: ***

Last Update: March 11, 2017

OWNERSHIP DETAILS	4.0 V6
Price	P1,866,000
Warranty	3 Years or 100,000kms
ENGINE SPECS
Engine	1GR-FE 2.5 DOHC 24V V6
Horsepower	268hp @ 5,600rpm
Torque	380Nm @ 4,400rpm
Fuel Type	Gasoline/93 Octane
Fuel System	Dual VVT-i
Transmission	5-Speed Automatic
Fuel Tank Capacity	72 Liters
DIMENSIONS
Length	4,670mm
Width	1,905mm
Height	1,830mm
Wheelbase	2,690mm
Curb Weight	1,965-2,015kg
Body Style	3 Door (Plus 2 Hidden) SUV
Engine/Drive Type	Front Engine/Four Wheel Drive, Low Mode
Seating	5
SUSPENSION & TIRES
Front Suspension	Double Wishbone
Rear Suspension	4-Link with Lateral Rod
Front Brakes	Vented Disc
Rear Brakes	Disc
Tires	265/70 R17
Wheels	17 Inch Alloy
SAFETY
Airbags	2
Anti-Lock Brakes	Yes
Traction/Stability Control	None
Other Safety Features	ISOFIX Seats, LED High Mount Stop Lamp, Back Up Monitor Integrated in Inside Rear View Mirror
EXTERIOR
Fog Lamps	Front
Other Exterior Features	Black Overfenders, Colored Front Grille and Door Handle
INTERIOR
Steering Wheel Adjustment	Tilt
Steering Wheel Material	Leather
Seating Adjustment	Manual
Seating Material	Fabric plus PVC
Other Interior Features	Front Personal/Luggage Room/Room Lamp, Seat Back Pocket, Illuminated Entry System, Multi-Information Display, Accessory Power Outlet, Cruise Control
CONVENIENCE FEATURES
Power Amenities	Steering, Windows, Door Locks, Mirrors
Climate Control	Manual
Audio System	AM/FM/6 CD/MP3/AUX/Bluetooth
Speakers	8
Steering Wheel Controls	Yes, Audio and Cruise Control
Alarm	Yes
Keyless Entry	Yes
RIVALS	Jeep Wrangler

Car Profiles - Hyundai Grand Santa Fe

HYUNDAI GRAND SANTA FE

Essentially the replacement for the slow selling Veracruz and a stretched Santa Fe, this one aims to take on the upper scale of the market. This Korean has a roomy cabin for six people plus the performance afforded by its diesel engine.

The Good: Luxurious appointments inside a roomy cabin

The Bad: Pricey

Price Range: P2,508,000

Our Rating: ****

Last Update: January 19, 2016

OWNERSHIP DETAILS	Grand Santa Fe
Price	P2,508,000
Warranty	5 Years or Unlimited kms
ENGINE SPECS
Engine	D4HB 2.3 DOHC 16V I4
Horsepower	194hp @ 3,800rpm
Torque	436Nm @ 1,800-2,500rpm
Fuel Type	Diesel
Fuel System	Common Rail Direct Injection
Transmission	6-Speed Automatic
Fuel Tank Capacity	71 Liters
DIMENSIONS
Length	4,915mm
Width	1,885mm
Height	1,700mm
Wheelbase	2,800mm
Curb Weight	1,993kg
Body Style	5 Door SUV
Engine/Drive Type	Front Engine/All Wheel Drive
Seating	6
SUSPENSION & TIRES
Front Suspension	McPherson Strut
Rear Suspension	Multi-Link
Front Brakes	Ventilated Discs
Rear Brakes	Solid Discs
Tires	235/55 R19
Wheels	19 Inch Alloy
SAFETY
Airbags	6
Anti-Lock Brakes	Yes, With Electronic Brakeforce Distribution and Brake Assist System
Traction/Stability Control	Yes, Electronic Stability Program and Traction Control System
Other Safety Features	Hill Start Assist, Hill Descent Control
EXTERIOR
Fog Lamps
Other Exterior Features	HID Headlamps with Auto High Beam and Courtesy Lights, Cornering Lamps, LED tail lamps, Side Mirrors with Signal Repeaters and Puddle Lamps, Skid Plates, Spoiler, Roof Rails, Mud Guards, Rain Sensing Wipers, Parking Sensors with Rear View Camera
INTERIOR
Steering Wheel Adjustment	Tilt and Telescopic
Steering Wheel Material	Leather
Seating Adjustment	Power, Driver and Passenger
Seating Material	Leather
Other Interior Features	Active ECO, Flex Steer, Map Lights, Luggage Mats and Luggage Nets, Supervision Cluster with TFT LCD, Cool Box, Auto Dimming Rear View Mirror with Compass, Panoramic Sunroof, Electronic Parking Brake with Auto Hold
CONVENIENCE FEATURES
Power Amenities	Steering, Windows, Door Locks, Mirrors with Fold, Liftgate
Climate Control	Automatic, Dual with Cluster Ionizer and Integrated Rear Controls
Audio System	4.3 inch touch screen AM/FM/CD/MP3/AUX/USB and Bluetooth
Speakers	6
Steering Wheel Controls	Yes, Audio, Cruise Control, Telephone, and Flex Steer
Alarm	Yes
Keyless Entry	Yes, Smart Entry with Push Button Start
RIVALS	Chevrolet Traverse, Ford Explorer, Honda Pilot, Mazda CX-9, Mitsubishi Pajero, Nissan Murano, Toyota Land Cruiser Prado

Also see: Hyundai Santa Fe

Subaru Outback - Generation 4.1-2 (2009-2015)

SUBARU OUTBACK

Locally launched as the second generation model (fourth in the US and Japan), the Outback ditches the frameless windows the predecessor had. Only one engine is available, a 3.6 powerplant. A facelift occurred in April 2013.

See the overview of this Outback
See the latest model of the Outback

OWNERSHIP DETAILS	3.6 R
Years Available	October 2009-March 2015
Warranty	3 Years or 100,000kms
ENGINE SPECS
Engine	EZ36 3.6 DOHC 24V H6
Horsepower	245hp @ 5,600rpm
Torque	350Nm @ 4,400rpm
Fuel Type	Gasoline/95 Octane
Fuel System	EFI
Transmission	5-Speed Automatic
Fuel Tank Capacity	65 Liters
DIMENSIONS
Length	4,790mm
Width	1,820mm
Height	1,615mm
Wheelbase	2,741mm
Curb Weight	1,628kg
Body Style	5 Door Wagon
Engine/Drive Type	Front Engine/All Wheel Drive
Seating	5
SUSPENSION & TIRES
Front Suspension	Coil Suspension, McPherson Strut Type
Rear Suspension	Coil Suspension, Double Wishbone Type
Front Brakes	Ventilated Disc
Rear Brakes	Ventilated Disc
Tires	225/60 R17
Wheels	17 Inch Alloy
SAFETY
Airbags	6
Anti-Lock Brakes	4 Channel, With Electronic Brakeforce Distribution and Brake Assist
Traction/Stability Control	Yes, Vehicle Dynamic Control System and Traction Control
Other Safety Features	ISOFIX Seats, Safety Brake Pedal System, Hill Holder
EXTERIOR
Fog Lamps	Yes, Front and Rear
Other Exterior Features	HID Headlamps, Auto On/Off Headlights, Pop-Up type Headlamp Washers, Side Mirror Signal Repeaters, Sunroof, Roof Spoiler, Roof Rails, Automatic Rain Sensing Wipers
INTERIOR
Steering Wheel Adjustment	Tilt and Telescopic
Steering Wheel Material	Leather
Seating Adjustment	Power, with Memory
Seating Material	Leather
Other Interior Features	SI-Drive (Subaru Intelligent Drive), Cruise Control, Paddle Shift, ECO Gauge, Multi-Functional Display with Electro-Luminescent Gauges, Two 12V Outlets, 60/40 Fold Rear Seat with One Touch Folding Function, Electronic Parking Brake, Cargo and Luggage Hooks
CONVENIENCE FEATURES
Power Amenities	Steering, Windows, Door Locks, Mirrors with Fold and Heat
Climate Control	Automatic, Dual with Anti-Dust Filter
Audio System	4.3 inch Display with AM/FM/CD/AUX/USB/Bluetooth
Speakers	6
Steering Wheel Controls	Yes
Alarm	Yes, with Immobilizer
Keyless Entry	Yes
NOTES
RIVALS	Volvo V40 Cross Country, Volvo XC70

Car Profiles - Toyota Land Cruiser Prado

TOYOTA LAND CRUISER PRADO

If you can't handle the sheer size of its bigger brother, then you have its smaller sibling named the Prado. Space is enormous, plus power had been upgraded than before. There's a 4.0 V6 but we suggest to spend more for the diesel.

The Good: Durable and practical

The Bad: Not that refined

Price Range: P3,019,000-P3,936,000

Our Rating: ***

Last Update: March 11, 2017

OWNERSHIP DETAILS	3.0 VX	4.0 VX
Price	P3,836,000 (MT), P3,936,000 (AT) - Additional P15,000 for White Pearl	P3,019,000 - Additional P15,000 for White Pearl
Warranty	3 Years or 100,000kms	3 Years or 100,000kms
ENGINE SPECS
Engine	1KD-FTV 3.0 DOHC 16V I4 Turbocharged with Intercooler	1GR-FE 4.0 DOHC 24V V6
Horsepower	161hp @ 3,400rpm	271hp @ 5,600rpm
Torque	410Nm @ 2,800rpm	381Nm @ 4,400rpm
Fuel Type	Diesel	Gasoline/93 Octane
Fuel System	CRD D-4D	Dual VVT-i
Transmission	6-Speed Manual, 5-Speed Automatic	5-Speed Automatic
Fuel Tank Capacity	87 Liters	87 Liters
DIMENSIONS
Length	4,780mm	4,780mm
Width	1,885mm	1,885mm
Height	1,890mm	1,890mm
Wheelbase	2,790mm	2,790mm
Curb Weight
Body Style	5 Door SUV	5 Door SUV
Engine/Drive Type	Front Engine/Four Wheel Drive, Full Time	Front Engine/Four Wheel Drive, Full Time
Seating	7	7
SUSPENSION & TIRES
Front Suspension	Double Wishbone Independent Suspension with Stabilizer and Kinetic Dynamic Suspension System	Double Wishbone Independent Suspension with Stabilizer and Kinetic Dynamic Suspension System
Rear Suspension	4 Link Suspension with Stabilizer and Kinetic Dynamic Suspension System	4 Link Suspension with Stabilizer and Kinetic Dynamic Suspension System
Front Brakes	Ventilated Disc	Ventilated Disc
Rear Brakes	Ventilated Disc	Ventilated Disc
Tires	265/60 R18	265/60 R18
Wheels	18 Inch Alloy	18 Inch Alloy
SAFETY
Airbags	7	7
Anti-Lock Brakes	Yes, With Electronic Brakeforce Distribution and Brake Assist	Yes, With Electronic Brakeforce Distribution and Brake Assist
Traction/Stability Control	Yes, Vehicle Stability Control and Traction Control	Yes, Vehicle Stability Control and Traction Control
Other Safety Features	MT Deletes: Downhill Assist Control	Hill-Start Assist Control, Downhill Assist Control, Light Control System, LED High Mount Stop Lamp, Emergency Stop Lamp, Clearance Sonar
EXTERIOR
Fog Lamps	Front and Rear	Front and Rear
Other Exterior Features	Adds: None	Adaptive Front Lighting System and Auto Leveling, Headlamp Cleaner, Side Mirror Signal Repeaters, Roof Rail, Rear Spoiler with High Mount Stop Lamp, Rear Wiper, Rear Glass Hatch
INTERIOR
Steering Wheel Adjustment	Tilt and Telescopic	Tilt and Telescopic
Steering Wheel Material	Leather	Leather
Seating Adjustment	Power, Driver and Passenger	Power, Driver and Passenger
Seating Material	Leather	Leather
Other Interior Features	Adds: None	Wood Accents, Instrument Panel Center Cluster, Room Lamp, Overhead Console, EC Rear View Mirror, Multi-Information Display, Back Monitor, Cruise Control, 12V Accessory Power Outlet, Push Start System
CONVENIENCE FEATURES
Power Amenities	Steering, Windows, Door Locks, Mirrors with Heat	Steering, Windows, Door Locks, Mirrors with Heat
Climate Control	Automatic, Dual with Front and Rear Independent Controls and Vents	Automatic, Dual with Front and Rear Independent Controls and Vents
Audio System	7 inch display AM/FM/CD/MP3/AUX/USB/Bluetooth	7 inch display AM/FM/CD/MP3/AUX/USB/Bluetooth
Speakers	6	6
Steering Wheel Controls	Yes, Audio, Multi Information Display, and Bluetooth	Yes, Audio, Multi Information Display, and Bluetooth
Alarm	Yes, with Immobilizer	Yes, with Immobilizer
Keyless Entry	Yes, with Smart Key	Yes, with Smart Key
RIVALS	Chevrolet Traverse, Ford Explorer, Honda Pilot, Mazda CX-9, Mitsubishi Pajero, Nissan Patrol Safari

See previous generation models of the Land Cruiser Prado:

Toyota Land Cruiser Prado (1996-2003)

Toyota Land Cruiser Prado (2003-2009)

Car Profiles - Nissan Patrol Royale

NISSAN PATROL ROYALE

Essentially the latest model Patrol (the sixth in the series) fitted a gasoline engine and lots of gadgets. You get the space, you get the presence, and you get the power but consumption is very poor. As they say, with great power comes great responsibility.

The Good: Powerful V8 engine

The Bad: Cramped third row bench

Price Range: P3,990,000

Our Rating: *

Last Update: November 3, 2015

OWNERSHIP DETAILS	Royale
Price	P3,990,000
Warranty	3 Years or 100,000kms
ENGINE SPECS
Engine	VK56DE 5.6 DOHC 32V V8
Horsepower	317hp @ 5,200rpm
Torque	526Nm @ 3,400rpm
Fuel Type	Gasoline/95 Octane
Fuel System	Electronic Fuel Injection Control
Transmission	5-Speed Automatic
Fuel Tank Capacity	100 Liters
DIMENSIONS
Length	5,140mm
Width	1,995mm
Height	1,940mm
Wheelbase	3,075mm
Curb Weight
Body Style	5 Door SUV
Engine/Drive Type	Front Engine/Four Wheel Drive, Full Time Mode
Seating	8
SUSPENSION & TIRES
Front Suspension	Double Wishbone with HBMC (Hydraulic Body Motion Control)
Rear Suspension	Double Wishbone with HBMC (Hydraulic Body Motion Control)
Front Brakes	Ventilated Disc
Rear Brakes	Ventilated Disc
Tires	275/60 R20
Wheels	20 Inch Alloy
SAFETY
Airbags	6
Anti-Lock Brakes	Yes, With Electronic Brakeforce Distribution and Brake Assist
Traction/Stability Control	Yes, Vehicle Dynamic Control and Traction Control System
Other Safety Features	Active Brake Limited Slip, Hill Descent Control, Hill Start Assist
EXTERIOR
Fog Lamps	Front and Rear
Other Exterior Features	LED Lamps, Side Mirror Signal Lamp, Side Step, Chrome Door Handles, Rear Spoiler, Rear Wiper, Around View Monitor
INTERIOR
Steering Wheel Adjustment	Tilt and Telescopic
Steering Wheel Material	Leather
Seating Adjustment	Power, Driver
Seating Material	Leather
Other Interior Features	Sunroof, Push Button Start, Wood Accent, Multi Media System with Remote Control and Two Headphones, Two Headrest Mounted Monitors, Curtain Vents, Memory Function
CONVENIENCE FEATURES
Power Amenities	Steering, Windows, Door Locks, Mirrors with Fold
Climate Control	Automatic, Dual with Rear Controls and Vents
Audio System	AM/FM/CD/MP3/AUX/USB with 2GB Hard Drive
Speakers	13 with Bose Sound System
Steering Wheel Controls	Yes, Audio
Alarm	Yes, with Immobilizer
Keyless Entry	Yes, Wireless Doorlock with Smart Entry
RIVALS	BMW X5, Chevrolet Suburban, Ford Expedition, Land Rover Range Rover, Lexus LX, Mercedes Benz GL Class, Toyota Land Cruiser, Volkswagen Touareg

Also see: Nissan Patrol Super Safari

See previous generation models of the Patrol:

Nissan Patrol (1991-2000)

Nissan Patrol (2000-Current) for past versions