Despite the crazy increase in the numbers of SUVs sold recently, MPVs has remained popular as the most practical, versatile cars on the Philippines market. As a multi-purpose vehicle, this car does a good performance both in carrying passengers in comfort and carrying luggage when needed.
In this articles, Philkotse.com will list out 5 best MPVs that are sure to roam around Philippines road this 2021! Let's check out!
I. Top 5 MPVs of 2021 in the Philippines
All these are good options with premium features as well. All the relevant specs and features in the tables; should help in choosing the best in “Driving 101: Top 5 MPVs for 2021”. Let’s get it on and see which is the best of the top 5!
1. Toyota Avanza 2021 (SRP 721,000 - 1,065,000)
- Best reason to get: Most will get it for the tag price, and as a small MPV it packs a good enough punch! Has dual airbags with good ELR seat belts that give it an edge, over options without.
- The deal-breaker: Is the lack of extra safety options when compared to other options.
- Verdict: It’s reasonable enough to get MPV that is small and fuel efficient with its small displacement.
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2. Chevrolet Spin 2021 (SRP 838,888 - 928,888)
- Best reason to get: It offers a good deal with enough safety features, enough power features for convenience.
- The deal-breaker: It’s good for the price but falls short on power and pull, but one of the smallest in width and height! It needs more options to make it better.
- Verdict: The Spin is low-cost and affordable MPV with enough features that are very affordable too.
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3. Toyota Innova 2021 (SRP 1,010,000 - 1,679,000)
Since its launch in 2005, the Toyota Innova has become one of the best 7-seater MPVs in the Philippines with impressive sales figures over the years.
- Best reason to get: It is loaded and hits the sweet spot for everything that matters, and is a good option!
- The deal-breaker: None for this, but maybe the price but it can’t be helped, because it is good.
- Verdict: It may the MP for not so choosy buyers that is basic and very reliable as a popular MPV.
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The Toyota Innova has become the best-selling MPV in the Philippine car market
4. Honda Mobilio 2021 (SRP 884,000 - 1,071,000)
- Best reason to get: Now, get this MPV that has smaller displacement but is a match for the features of the Innova.
- The deal-breaker: There’s nothing to dislike except adding a bigger engine for more power, but is an excellent less expensive option to consider.
- Verdict: It’s value for money and hits the overall sweet-spot!
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5. Mitsubishi Xpander 2021 (SRP 955,000 - 1,130,000)
- Best reason to get: Get it for the excellent safety feature and one of the biggest MPV, with a trusted MIVEC engine mated to it. Everything needed is installed for a better-appointed MPV option.
- The deal-breaker: Needs a better and more powerful engine; could benefit with some extra equipment like backing sonar or a rear camera.
- Verdict: It’s a steal for the price and will be a good option, but needs to address some shortcomings.
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Mitsubishi Xpander features both the “toughness of an SUV” and “the versatility of an MPV”
Thinking of another MPV in mind? Check our our List of the most popular MPVs available in the Philippines for more options!
II. Top 5 MPVs of 2021: Spec Comparison
Look over the tables to compare them and see what is best!
1. Dimensions
Dimensions |
Length |
Width |
Height |
Ground clearance |
Toyota Avanza |
4,140 mm |
1,660 mm |
1,695 mm |
180 mm |
Chevrolet Spin |
4620 mm |
1735 mm |
1644 mm |
157 mm |
Toyota Innova |
4,735 mm |
1,830 mm |
1,795 mm |
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Honda Mobilio |
4,386- 4,398 mm |
1,683 mm |
1,603 mm |
189 mm |
Mitsubishi Xpander |
4,475 mm |
1,750 mm |
1,700 mm |
205 mm |
2. Performance
Model |
Displacement |
Horsepower |
Torque |
Drive train |
Power train |
Toyota Avanza |
1,495-1,298 cc |
103-90 |
136-117 |
4 Speed Automatic or 5 Speed Manual |
Front Wheel Drive (FWD) |
Chevrolet Spin |
1.3-1.5 liters |
109-75 |
190-141 |
5-speed MT |
Front Wheel Drive (FWD) |
Toyota Innova |
2755-1998 cc Gas/diesel |
A/T 171 (M/T 167)/ 136 |
A/T 360 (M/T 343)/ 183 |
6-Speed Automatic Sequential and 5-Speed MT |
Front Wheel Drive (FWD) |
Honda Mobilio |
1,497 cc |
120 |
145 |
Earth Dreams Technology Continuously Variable Transmission (CVT) |
Front Wheel Drive (FWD |
Mitsubishi Xpander |
1.5 liters |
105 |
141 |
4-speed Automatic and 5-speed Manual |
Front Wheel Drive (FWD |
3. Exterior features
Model |
Auto adjust headlights |
Third brake light |
Power side view mirror |
Daylight |
Halogen/Hid/LEDs headlights |
Fog lights front/ back |
Auto headlight |
Auto wiper |
Toyota Avanza |
No |
Yes |
Yes |
No |
Yes, No, No |
Yes, No |
No |
No |
Chevrolet Spin |
Yes |
Yes |
Yes |
No |
Yes/No, No |
Yes, No |
No |
No |
Toyota Innova |
No |
Yes |
Yes |
Yes |
Yes, No, yes |
Yes, No |
No |
No |
Honda Mobilio |
No |
Yes |
Yes |
No |
Yes, No, No |
Yes, No |
No |
No |
Mitsubishi Xpander |
No |
Yes |
Yes |
No |
No, No, Yes |
Yes, No |
No |
No |
4. Safety features
Safety |
No. of airbags |
3 pt. ELR seatbelts |
ABS/EBD/BA |
Isofix mounts |
VSC |
HSA |
Cruise control |
Rear camera |
Parking sensors |
Toyota Avanza |
2 |
Yes |
Yes, No, No |
No |
No |
No |
No |
No |
No |
Chevrolet Spin |
2 |
Yes |
Yes, Yes. No |
No |
No |
No |
No |
No |
No |
Toyota Innova |
6 |
Yes |
Yes, Yes, No |
Yes |
Yes |
Yes |
No |
No |
Yes |
Honda Mobilio |
2 |
Yes |
Yes, Yes, No |
Yes |
Yes |
Yes |
No |
Yes |
Yes |
Mitsubishi Xpander |
2 |
Yes |
Yes, Yes, No |
Yes |
Yes |
Yes |
No |
No |
No |
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5. Comfort features
Model |
Auto AC/manual/Multi-zone |
Touchscreen |
Bluetooth |
GPS |
Steering wheel controls |
Power locks |
Power windows |
Speed sensing locks |
Toyota Avanza |
No, Yes, No |
No |
No |
No |
No |
Yes |
Yes |
No |
Chevrolet Spin |
No, Yes, No |
No |
No |
No |
No |
Yes |
Yes |
Yes |
Toyota Innova |
Yes, Yes, No |
Yes |
No |
Yes |
Yes |
Yes |
Yes |
No |
Honda Mobilio |
No, Yes, No |
Yes |
Yes |
Yes |
Yes |
Yes |
Yes |
Yes |
Mitsubishi Xpander |
Yes, No, Yes |
Yes |
Yes |
Yes |
Yes |
Yes |
Yes |
No |
Has the decision been made about what option to get in “Driving 101: Top 5 MPVs for 2021”? Just remember that all these options satisfy a preference. Just stack them up and see what figures as the best. No two MPVs are the same, the best options are what give the best benefits! There are other options to consider in our MPV/SUVs for sale sections. Don't forget to visit Philkotse.com and catch up with the latest car news all over the world!