Toyota Wigo 2020: Subcompact of the year contender
- Surprisingly spacious
- Comfort oriented suspension settings
- Sporty front end with a rear spoiler to match.
- Peppy engine
- Very fuel-efficient
- Safety features
Toyota Wigo 2020: Toyota shows the boys how to do small cars
Since the mid-2000s, in the midst of the international oil crisis, SUVs and traditional sedans fell down the wayside to give way to more fuel-efficient mini sub-compact hatchbacks. We saw the likes of Kia and Hyundai flex their wares and experience a renaissance of sorts and dominated the sales charts with their offerings.
They may seem a tad late to the party but Toyota, owning a major stake in manufacturer, Daihatsu releases their own version of a mini-subcompact hatch and absolutely nails it right in the head.
Toyota Shows the rest of how the big boys make small cars
>>> Check out: Toyota Wigo 2020 Philippines Review: All the Small Things.
Toyota Wigo 2020: Don't’ call the Wigo “Cute”
Toyota Wigo 2020 sports a more chiseled countenance compared to its peers. Instead of going the “cute” route they opted for a sportier and more masculine look with angry-looking headlights and a hint of an aero kit for the front. The large front grille is complemented by an aero inspired front chin and large round headlamps.
The side body panels are devoid of any drama except for a slight hint of wheel arches. You get design continuity with the rear hatch as it matches the garish design of the front fascia with a top-mounted rear spoiler and knob-like, Nintendo-button tail lamps. Overall it differs itself from the pack by avoiding the Pokemon cutesy look.
Nintendo-like button tail lamps give the Wigo a youthful flair
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Toyota Wigo 2020: Space is relative
You get ample room inside the cabin for 4 people, 5 in a pinch and 6 for clown car mode. The “lean-your-arm-against-the-window test” failed me as the door panels were fairly thin, which is up to par, really for mini hatches. It has spaced out on the back for a week's worth of groceries, and nothing more.
Interior amenities are top-notch with a well-built cabin and contrasting colored seats. Safety has not taken a back seat either with all models sporting Anti-lock brakes with electronic brakeforce distribution to go with dual airbags and a reinforced body shell for impact protection.
The Seats feature contrast stitching to make it look more interesting
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Toyota Wigo 2020: Value-Packed Motoring
There may be more affordable cars for sale in this segment, or maybe even more advanced or more powerful offerings from other car manufacturers but the one they can’t hold a candle against the Toyota Wigo is resale value. Traditionally Toyotas can withstand inflation much better than other brands and the Wigo is no exception.
This is a plus if you want to enjoy your Toyota Wigo and have to sell it one day for an upgrade. Parts are plentiful as well with Factory OEM parts and third-party sellers having them on hand at all times.
The Toyota Wigo also sips fuel like a miser despite its old-school 4-speed automatic transmission but power is effectively spread at the bottom of the rev range giving it a real-world city fuel economy of 11km/l. Price starts at P557,000 for the base model making it easy to own as well.
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The Sporty theme continues inside with the 86-esque steering wheel
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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.
>>> New and used Toyota Wigo 2024 for sale in the Philippines
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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