The threat brought upon by the coronavirus pandemic caused fear and uncertainty that eventually led to economic turmoil. As such, last year has been tough for the Philippine automotive industry, registering a decline in sales by 40.4 percent with a total of 244,617 units sold.
10 top-selling vehicles in the Philippines 2020 | Philkotse Top List
Most of the car brands in the Philippines registered a sales dip in 2020, which is expected due to the country’s extensive lockdowns that caused limited economic activity. On the brighter side, the local automotive industry started to pick itself up in September 2020. Then, it started the last quarter of 2020 on a positive note as it posted more than 25,000 unit sales in October 2020.
With the sales figures already locked in, Toyota Motor Philippines (TMP) is still the reining car brand in the local market. TMP registered 99,545 units sold last year, which translates to a 40.7 percent market share. As a result, TMP has dominated the 10 best-selling cars in the Philippines last 2020.
In a report by Autoindustriya.com, TMP has seven vehicles included in the top 10 best-selling car models in the Philippines in 2020. Here’s a rundown of the best-selling cars in the Philippines in 2020.
1. Toyota Vios (19,589 units sold)
The Toyota Vios is the best-selling car in the Philippines in 2020 with 19,589 units sold. Of note, the Vios is also the car that sold the most number in the Philippines last 2019. TMP is currently offering the facelifted Vios at a starting price of Php 671,000 while the top-spec G CVT variant is priced at Php 1,056,000.
Toyota Vios
2. Toyota Hilux (10,642 units sold)
Coming in at second is the Toyota Hilux with 10,642 units sold. The Toyota-made midsize pickup truck was updated in 2020. TMP launched the facelifted version of the Hilux featuring a new and more powerful 2.8-liter diesel engine that can put out 201 hp and 500 Nm of torque. The top-of-the-line Hilux Conquest 4x4 that comes with an Emotional Red exterior paint is priced at Php 1,850,000.
The 2021 Toyota Hilux
3. Toyota Wigo (9,145 units sold)
The Wigo subcompact hatchback continues to be one of TMP’s popular models with 9,145 units sold in 2020. This vehicle also got updated last year featuring an updated look but still comes with the same 1.0-liter gasoline engine.
Toyota Wigo
4. Toyota Innova (7,375 units sold)
The Filipinos love for seven-seater family vehicles is one of the factors why the Toyota Innova continues to be one of the hottest selling models in the Philippines. In 2020, TMP sold 7,375 units of the Innova MPV. For this year though, there are reports that Toyota will be bringing in the facelifted version of the Innova during the first quarter of 2021.
5. Toyota Rush (7,271 units sold)
The Toyota Rush is another seven-seater vehicle that joins the list of the best-selling cars in the Philippines last 2020. With a total of 7,271 units sold last year, the Rush is one of the more affordable options if you’re looking for a seven-seater family hauler. The said vehicle has a starting price of Php 983,000.
Toyota Rush
6. Toyota Hiace (7,073 units sold)
The Hiace continues TMP’s dominance in the top 10 best-selling cars in the Philippines in 2020. The Hiace registered 7,073 units sold last year. TMP is offering the Hiace with several variant options to choose from starting with the Commuter Cargo trim that’s priced at Php 1,101,000. On the other hand, the top-spec Hiace GL Grandia Tourer in Luxury Pearl comes with a price tag of Php 2,334,000.
The Toyota Hiace is a big part of every Filipino's daily commute
7. Ford Ranger (6,850 units sold)
The Ford Ranger is the first non-Toyota vehicle to enter the top 10 list of best-selling cars in the Philippines in 2020 with 6,850 units sold. Ford Philippines is offering the Ranger in 14 variants with a starting price of Php 1,032,000. A facelifted version of the Ranger made its debut in Thailand last year. As such, there’s a possibility the Ford PH will bring the new Ranger this 2021.
The Ford Ranger is tough enough for the needs of both Men and Women
8. Mitsubishi Mirage G4 (6,432 units sold)
The Mitsubishi Mirage G4 sits as the eighth best-selling car in the Philippines last year. The Mirage G4 is a five-seater subcompact hatchback that comes with a starting price of Php 735,000. Last December 2020, Mitsubishi Motors Philippines Corp. reported that the Mirage G4 is the third best-selling vehicle in its model lineup with 911 unit sales.
Mitsubishi Mirage G4
9. Toyota Fortuner (6,018 units sold)
A Toyota vehicle has once again occupied a spot in the 10 best-selling cars in the country last 2020. The Toyota Fortuner finished 2020 as the ninth best-selling car in the Philippines with 6,018 units sold. The Fortuner is also one of the new vehicles that TMP launched last year. It now comes with an updated styling as well as a 2.8-liter diesel engine that generates 201 hp and 500 Nm of torque.
Toyota Fortuner
10. Nissan Navara (5,897 units sold)
Completing the top 10 best-selling cars in the Philippines in 2020 is the Nissan Navara with 5,897 units sold. The Navara is the third midsize pickup truck to be included in the list. As a review, the new Nissan Navara is already available in Thailand.
Nissan Navara
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Know more about Toyota Vios 2024
Competing in the subcompact sedan segment, the Toyota Vios 2024 is the top sales contributor for the Japanese automaker. The price for the Toyota Vios in the Philippines ranges from PHP 732,000 to PHP 1,054,000. A total of 7 Toyota Vios variants are offered, with the top-of-the-line Vios G CVT variant coming with a tag of PHP 1,039,000. Two engine options are available in the range, which can be connected to either a 5-speed manual or continuously variable transmission (CVT). Dimensions-wise, the subcompact sedan spans 4,425 mm in length, 1,730 mm in width, and 1,475 mm in height. The main rivals of the Toyota vehicle include the Honda City, Mitsubishi Mirage G4, and Nissan Almera.
The Toyota Vios is not only the best-selling model in the Japanese automaker's lineup, but the entire Philippine market. It serves as a reliable subcompact sedan for those who are looking for a daily driver. Also, the Vios is proudly Philippine-assembled which supports Filipino automotive workers. Now, the vehicle is competing in its respective class head high using the refreshed body released by Toyota Motor Philippines (TMP) in the country in 2020.
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Toyota Vios Launch
In 2002, Toyota introduced the first-generation Vios in the Philippines. A few years later in 2007, the second-generation sedan was launched. This version gained the "Batman" nickname due to the shape of its grille.
Several years onwards In 2013, Toyota brought in the third-gen Toyota Vios. It has grown in size, and it also came with a larger engine. The Toyota-made sedan was given a major update in 2018. It bore a new exterior design, and it also gained the upmarket Prime variants as well.
More recently in 2020, Toyota Motor Philippines launched another refresh of the Toyota Vios model. It's fitted with sportier fascia, a new grille, a new pair of headlamps, a revised foglamp housing, and a new lower grille, among others.
In March of 2021, TMP then introduced the Toyota Vios GR-S.
Toyota Vios Exterior
Up front, the Toyota Vios for the Philippines comes with a front end that mirrors the current designs of high-end models like the Corolla Altis and the Camry. The said design features a wide-slatted grille, flanked by the angular fog lamp housing. For the high-trim GR-S and G, the headlamps are three-tier LEDs with integrated LED daytime running lamps. The rest of the variants get a pair of four-bulb halogen headlights.
For the side and the rear, not much has changed since the previous version. The GR-S stands out from the rest of the variants with its black-colored exterior pieces, rear spoiler, and rear lower bumper with an integrated diffuser.
The Toyota Vios G
Apart from those, the Toyota Vios GR-S for the Philippine market also has different-looking side skirts and a set of GR-S 16-inch alloy wheels. The G variant on the other hand still has a piano black grille, but it gets chrome-plated door handles instead of the black-colored ones found on the GR-S.
The all-new 2021 Toyota Vios GR-S
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Toyota Vios Interior
The Toyota Vios for the Philippine market can offer seating for up to five occupants including the driver. For the top-spec GR-S and G variants, they both come equipped with automatic air-conditioning. For the most part, the Toyota Vios' dashboard are made out of sturdy plastic, combined with silver-colored accents.
Soft touch points for the Vios are also abundant. The Toyota-made sedan's door cards are made out of a combination of plastic, and a soft, fabric-covered material. There's also the presence of a center elbow-rest.
The Interior Of The Toyota Vios G
As for the seats, most variants except the GR-S come with fabric seats. The GR-S instead has synthetic leather with red contrast stitching, combined with suede pieces.
The rear seats of the Toyota Vios
To keep occupants comfortable, both the GR-S and G Vios variants are equipped with automatic air-conditioning systems. The rest of the trim levels on the other hand come with a manual air-conditioning system.
Inside the Toyota Vios GR-S
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Features & Technology
For entertainment, the Toyota Vios GR-S, and the Vios G variants for the Philippine market come standard with a 6.75-inch touchscreen headunit. The said headunit is also capable of connecting via Bluetooth, USB, and Aux jack.
The Vios G's touchscreen headunit
The mid-tier XLE and XE trims also have the aforementioned headunit, but these come with a four-piece speaker set instead. The Vios J on the other hand comes standard with a 2-DIN audio unit linked to two speakers.
Besides the aforementioned touchscreen, the GR-S is also equipped with the Gazoo Racing 4.2-inch TFT multi-information display. Other variants do get an Optitron gauge cluster, as well as a multi-information display. The GR-S and the G also come with a push-to-start button, a leather-clad shift lever, and a drive-mode selector. All Vios variants also come standard with a tilt-adjustable steering wheel column.
The tech and convenience features will vary depending on the variant of the Toyota Vios
For safety, the GR-S and G variants are equipped with dual-front airbags, side airbags, curtain shield airbags, and driver's knee airbags. The rest of the trim levels have dual-front airbags, and the airbag for the driver's knee.
Anti-lock braking with electronic brake-force distribution, stability control, traction control, and hill-start assist are available on all Vios trims. Only the GR-S and G come with a rear-view camera, and only the former has a clearance sonar.
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Platform & Chassis
The refreshed Toyota Vios for the Philippine market still uses the same platform as the previous model. As before, higher trim levels have disc brakes all around.
For suspensions, the Vios uses a MacPherson Strut type for the front and a torsion beam-type suspension for the rear. Moreover, the engine is still positioned transversely, with the power sent to the front wheels.
Engine & Drivetrain
The Toyota Vios for the Philippine market has two engine options. The larger one is a 1.5-liter inline-4 engine capable of making up to 106 hp and 140 Nm of torque. This said engine is available on the GR-S and the G Trim. For the former, it is paired to a continuously variable transmission (CVT) only. The Vios G can either come with a CVT or a five-speed manual transmission.
The Toyota Vios G's 1.5-liter mill
The other engine option for the Vios is a 1.3-liter inline-4 engine. At most, this mill can produce up to 98 hp, and 123 Nm of torque. For the XLE, the said engine can be paired with a CVT or a five-speed transmission. The 1.3 XE's sole transmission is a CVT, while the J comes standard with a five-speed manual transmission only.
The gear shift lever of the Vios GR-S
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Toyota Vios 2024 Price List
| Variants | Price |
|---|---|
| Toyota Vios 1.3 J MT | ₱732,000 |
| Toyota Vios 1.3 XE CVT | ₱774,000 |
| Toyota Vios 1.3 XLE MT | ₱862,000 |
| Toyota Vios 1.3 XLE CVT | ₱902,000 |
| Toyota Vios 1.5 G MT | ₱979,000 |
| Toyota Vios 1.5 G MT (White Pearl) | ₱994,000 |
| Toyota Vios 1.5 G CVT | ₱1,039,000 |
₱ 732,000 - ₱ 1,055,000
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