Top 10 diesel sedans you can buy in the Philippines

Diesel Sedan Philippines: A brief history

Diesel began to see usage on cars as in the 1930s. During that time, cars with diesel engines were mainly used for commercial purposes like hauling cargo, ambulances, and taxi cabs. Diesel-powered cars started to gain popularity in Europe during the 1960s. 

Some of the earliest sedan diesel cars were the Citroen Rosalie and the Mercedes-Benz 260D. Both are sedans that of varying sizes, the latter is a mid-size (but still quite large) and the former is a full-size sedan.

French automaker Peugeot introduced the 204BD in 1967, a diesel car that uses a 1.3-liter engine. Then, Volkswagen launched the Golf, which is the car brand’s first sedan diesel. It is equipped with a 1.5-liter diesel engine. Following that, Mercedes-Benz came out with a turbo-diesel and produced the Mercedes 300 SD.

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On the other side of the world, Honda released its first diesel engine called the i-CTI and it powered a version of the seventh generation of the Accord released in 2003 to Japanese and European markets.

The Philippine automotive market has several brand-new cars that are powered by a diesel engine. The most mainstream car model in the local market to have a diesel under the hood is the Hyundai Accent. Premium car brands such as Audi, BMW, Volvo, among others also offer diesel-powered sedans. 

Here are the 10 diesel-powered sedans in the Philippines.

BMW 320d Grand Turismo Luxury

BMW 3 Series

The BMW 320d Grand Turismo Luxury is a vehicle that offers a spacious interior. It can accommodate up to five individuals, and comes with a sporty-looking exterior design. This car is fitted with the car brand’s signature kidney grille that’s complemented by sweptback headlights and an angular front bumper. The 320d is a premium vehicle that can be a daily driven car or a weekend road trip machine. It is powered by a 2.0-liter diesel engine that delivers 190 hp and 400 Nm of torque. The engine is connected to an eight-speed automatic transmission. In terms of price, it can be had for Php 4,290,000.

BMW 5 Series

BMW 5 Series

BMW Philippines is offering three variants of a diesel-powered 5 Series. The 5 Series comes with a larger dimension as compared to the 3. It also has the car brand’s signature exterior design that blends sporty looks with premium appeal. The 5 Series’ interior cabin features a classy and luxurious layout that makes every drive and ride a comfortable experience. The three variants of the diesel-powered 5 Series are the following: 530d Luxury (Low-spec), 530d Luxury (Low-spec) - SEAG Shuttle, and 530d Luxury (High-spec). All variants come with a 3.0-liter diesel engine that produces 265 hp and 620 Nm of torque. The engine is mated to an eight-speed automatic transmission.

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Audi A3

Sedan diesel cars: Audi A3

The Audi A3 is a vehicle that features straight character lines, a design detail known for German automakers. There are two diesel variants of the Audi A3: Attraction, and Ambition. Both variants are powered by a 2.0-liter diesel engine that puts out 148 hp and 320 Nm of torque. Audi says the A3 is designed with lightweight components to make the car agile on the road. To add, this car also comes with a brilliant virtual cockpit.

Audi A4

Quintessentially Audi

The Audi A4 also features straight character lines that give it a distinctive look. The front end gets a set of sharp-looking headlights that go well into its grille. The A4 is also integrated with daytime running lights for increased visibility. It also has a twin exhaust setup, which gives the A4 a sporty look. Inside, there are the usual accouterments of a luxury car. The crown jewel aboard the A4 is the 12.3-inch Audi Virtual Cockpit. The Audi A4 is powered by a 2.0-liter diesel engine that delivers 150 hp and 320 Nm of torque. It has a seven-speed automatic transmission.

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Audi A6 

Diesel sedan cars: Audi A6

The Audi A6 is a larger luxury vehicle as compared to the A4. It still has the distinctive Audi exterior design as seen on its smaller siblings such as the A4 and the A3. The A6 offers a spacious premium interior as well as a large cargo space at 387 liters. It is equipped with a 3.0-liter diesel engine that churns out 215 hp and 500 Nm of torque. The engine is connected to a seven-speed dual-clutch transmission.

Audi A8

Diesel cars Philippines: Audi A8

Volvo S90

Volvo S90

Maserati Quattroporte

While most of the Maserati Quattroporte’s variants are gasoline, the V6 diesel version sits in the middle of the pack. Under the hood, it has a 3.0-liter diesel engine that can put out 275 hp and 600 Nm of torque. The said engine is connected to an eight-speed automatic transmission.

Mazda 6

Mazda 6

The Mazda 6 is a midsize sedan that features a sleek exterior design as well as a premium-looking interior layout. It is integrated with the car brand’s Kodo design language, which gives the Mazda 6 a distinctive look. The Mazda 6 Diesel is equipped with a 2.2-liter SkyActiv-D engine that generates 187 hp and 450 Nm of torque. The engine is mated to a six-speed automatic. It comes with a price tag of Php 2,250,000.

Hyundai Accent

Hyundai Accent

The Hyundai Accent has two diesel variants available in the Philippine market. Both variants come with the same 1.6-liter diesel engine that produces 126 hp and 260 Nm of torque. The two variants of the diesel-powered Accent only vary to the transmission type fitted into it. It can either come with a six-speed manual or automatic transmission. The Accent MT comes at Php 910,000 while the Accent AT is at Php 1,038,000.

That is all you need to know regarding diesel sedan Philippines. If you are interested in any of these cars, take a look at Philkotse to see if they are available for sale.