Toyota’s Wigo small hatchback has had to make do so far with two facelifts to its name. Now, the model’s second generation has been teased in a series of images from Malaysia, where it will be introduced as the all-new Axia by local automaker Perodua.
This will more or less be what the second-generation Toyota Wigo will look like
Customers can expect substantial changes for the new release, beginning with the chassis as the upcoming Wigo will ride on the Daihatsu New Global Architecture (DNGA) platform. This puts it within the league of its Raize, Rush, and Avanza corporate siblings.
In terms of design, the fascia features LED headlamps that are more horizontal in their orientation, flanking a larger grille. The corners of the front bumper have also been upsized, featuring LED fog lamp strips in lieu of the previous round lighting units, accompanied by front sensors.
Upgraded door handles give the new Wigo an upmarket feel, while the enlarged rear glass sits on a redesigned hatch that sits between revamped LED tail lamps. Additional sensors can be found on the streamlined rear bumper.
The tailgate handle has been relocated closer to the rear glass
A revised interior greets occupants with a restyled dashboard and digital instrumentation, as the in-dash touchscreen display is replaced by a 9-inch floating-type monitor. There’s even a dual-camera setup mounted on the windshield that’s reportedly part of an advanced driver-assist system.
The new Wigo is expected to carry over the 1.0-liter gasoline engine powering the current model, rated at 67 horsepower and 91 Nm of torque. But the real story for the powertrain is that the 4-speed automatic gearbox has been left out in favor of a Dual-Mode CVT, reportedly the world’s first split-gear CVT system that features both belt and gear drive.
No more torque converter automatics on the upcoming new Wigo
Those in love with small cars will note that the next Toyota Wigo makes its global premiere as the all-new Perodua Axia on Valentine’s Day, February 14 in Malaysia. No official prices have been released yet, although the model is reported to start at MYR 36,800 (around Php 470,000), with the top-spec variant having a sticker price of MYR 49,500 (Php 632,000).
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Know more about Toyota Wigo 2024
The 2024 Toyota Wigo is a subcompact hatchback. For the Philippine market, its refreshed model gets three different variants: the Wigo J MT, Wigo E CVT, and Wigo G CVT. Prices for these trims range from Php 609,000 to Php 729,000.
Size-wise, the next-gen Wigo is 3,760mm long, 1,665mm wide, and 1,515mm in height. It also has a wheelbase length of 2,525mm.
Under the hood of the Wigo is a 1.0-liter three-cylinder gasoline engine that can produce up to 66 horsepower and 90 Nm of torque. It uses a continuously variable transmission (CVT) or a 5-speed manual gearbox depending on the trim.
Locally, the Toyota Wigo competes against the Honda Brio, Mitsubishi Mirage Hatchback, Suzuki Celerio, Suzuki Swift, etc.
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Toyota Wigo Launch
The second-generation A350 Toyota Wigo was initially launched in Indonesia as the Agya in February 2023. It then reached the Philippine market on June 2023 and it is offered in three different variants: the entry-level Wigo J MT, Wigo E CVT, and the top-spec Wigo G CVT.
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Toyota Wigo Exterior
The 2024 Wigo has grown longer by 100mm and is now wider than 65 mm compared to its predecessor. It also sports a more aggressive-looking front end decorated with sharp angles.
The second-gen model gets LED headlamps, LED fog lamps, and LED daytime running lamps. Also present for the G trim are power-adjustable side mirrors and a rear spoiler.
Toyota Wigo Interior
The all-new Wigo sports a cabin that appears similar to the Toyota Raize. Its driver side gets a revised analog instrument cluster, an economy meter, a push-to-start button, and a six-way manually adjustable seat.
Occupants of this Toyota-made hatch are then kept comfortable by a manual climate control system. It likewise gets a total of four bottle holders, three cup holders, etc.
Technology & Safety Features
Handling the entertainment needs of this Toyota’s occupants is an eight-inch touchscreen with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto. The said screen is then paired with a four-piece speaker system.
For safety, the next-gen hatch gets anti-lock braking, dual front airbags, stability control, engine immobilizer, and hill-start assist. The top-spec G adds to those with a car alarm, a rearview camera, and a digital video recorder.
Platform & Chassis
The Wigo uses the new Daihatsu New Global Architecture - A platform. It’s still a front-engine, front-wheel-drive vehicle, but it has grown larger compared to its older sibling.
For suspensions, the hatch gets a MacPherson strut for the front and a torsion beam for the rear. Braking is then handled by a front disc brake and rear drum brakes. It also gets a hand-operated manual parking brake.
Toyota Wigo Engine & Drivetrain
Under the hood of the 2024 Wigo is a 1.0-liter inline-3 engine that outputs 66 horsepower and 89 Nm of torque. The J gets a five-speed manual gearbox, while the E and G trims use a CVT.
The 2024 Toyota Wigo gets a total of six color options. This includes Red Mica Metallic 2, Orange Metallic 2, Yellow SE, Silver Metallic 4, Grey Metallic, and White 2.
The Toyota Wigo sits in the middle of the hatchback totem pole when it comes to making power. It still uses the same engine as its predecessor after all. Arguably though, its improved safety and entertainment features make the Toyota up-to-par with many of its rivals, especially the ones that also received updates in 2023.
Toyota Wigo 2024 Price List
Let's check out the Toyota Wigo 2024 price in September in the Philippines.
| Variants | Price |
|---|---|
| Toyota Wigo 1.0 J MT | ₱609,000 |
| Toyota Wigo 1.0 E CVT | ₱684,000 |
| Toyota Wigo 1.0 E CVT (Yellow SE) | ₱684,000 |
| Toyota Wigo 1.0 G CVT | ₱729,000 |
Toyota Wigo 2024 Pros & Cons
Pros
- Attractive styling
- Second-row seating is surprisingly roomy
- Decent infotainment system
- Affordable
Cons
- Still uses the same inline-3 engine from the previous model.
Toyota Wigo FAQs
1. Is the Toyota Wigo 2024 a good car?
Yes, it is. The Wigo is a worthy choice for first-time drivers. Because it is a very useful and popular vehicle. According to Visor, it is third out of the top 3 sales numbers of individual Toyota models in the Philippines in 2021.
2. Which Toyota Wigo Philippines color is best?
It’s difficult to tell which color is best since this depends on each one’s preference. However, Wigo 2024 black seems to be a popular choice. In addition, you can choose from other colors: Silver Metallic, Yellow SE, Gray Metallic, White, and Orange Metallic.
3. Is the Toyota Wigo an SUV?
No, it’s not. The body type of Wigo is Hatchback.
4. What is the ground clearance of the Toyota Wigo 2024?
The ground clearance of the new Hatchback is 180mm.
5. Which is cheaper Wigo or Suzuki S-Presso?
It is Suzuki S-Presso. The price of Toyota Wigo Philippines ranges from 609,000 PHP to 729,000 PHP, while the price of Suzuki S-Presso ranges from 620,000 PHP to 710,000 PHP.
₱ 609,000 - ₱ 729,000
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