The big and significant things in this world had a small start and have been improved over the years. Toyota Motor Philippines (TMP), the official business unit of Toyota in the country, wants to help give Filipinos a point to start their plans for the future by rolling out the ‘Tomorrow Starts Today’ promo. The said promo will run until the end of May 2021.
Toyota Philippines' May 2021 deal
With the ‘Tomorrow Starts Today’ promo, you can now avail of Toyota vehicles such as the Wigo hatchback with more flexible payment schemes. The said small hatchback can be taken home with a monthly payment of Php 5,276 or a downpayment of Php 85,200. Free comprehensive insurance of one year is also offered under the promo that covers 24/7 personal accident insurance, loss/theft, property damage, acts of nature, and more.
The Toyota Wigo is the sole hatchback entry of the Japanese car brand in the country, as well as its entry-level model. It offers practicality, affordability, and reliability one can expect from a Toyota. For those who want a sportier-looking version of the model, TMP is offering the top-of-the-line TRD variant which comes with exclusive body kits.
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Toyota Wigo TRD
Under the hood, the hatchback is powered by a 1.0-liter, inline-3 DOHC gasoline engine capable of producing 65 hp and 89 Nm of torque. The performance numbers may not be high, but this vehicle is ideal to be used for daily city driving as a smaller engine generally means better fuel economy as compared to larger engines.
In addition, the ‘Tomorrow Starts Today’ promo is also offering deals for other Toyota models such as the Toyota Vios and Avanza with low monthly payments of Php 7,417 and Php Php 7,592, respectively. The new Toyota Innova is also included in the said promo with a monthly payment of Php 12,372 and a Php 20,000 cash discount.
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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.
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