8 Fuel-efficient Cars Available in the Philippines

November 26, 2014November 26, 2014 Kevin Bruce Francisco Automotive, Computing, Education, fuel efficient cars, fuel efficient vehicles, fuel-efficient cars philippines, Information Technology Planning, iPhones, Photography, save on gas, Syndicated Posts, Technology

When buying new cars, fuel efficiency is one of the top 3 aspects we consider as Filipinos in addition to function and looks. We at YugaTech completely understand since every year, EDSA seems to be getting smaller and smaller as traffic gets worse. For this article we list down 8 fuel-efficient cars available here in the Philippines with the highest kilometer-per-liter count (city/highway combined) as stated by their manufacturers.

The vehicles in this lineup are purely passenger cars that concentrate more on the affordable side of the spectrum. We still included a couple of hybrids since giving back good mileage is already at their core. Below are some of the cars you can find with a sweet balance of good fuel efficiency and at the same time a reasonable asking price.

8. 2014 Fiesta Sport+ 1.0L EcoBoost

Specifications and features:
999cc DOHC 12V 3-cylinder engine
FWD
125PS @ 6,000rpm
170Nm @ 1,400 – 4,500rpm
Turbo intercooler
6-speed AT DCT
Gas
16×6-inch alloy rims
Power steering/lock/windows/mirrors
Fog lamps
Leather seats
Automatic climate control
Ford SYNC
Design: 5-door hatchback
Seating: 2+3
Dimensions: 3,969 x 1,722 x 1,469mm
Wheelbase: 2,489mm
Curb weight: 1,131kg
Price: Php898,000
Fuel efficiency: 17km/l (combined)
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7. Mitsubishi Mirage GLX 1.2 MT

Specifications and features:
1193cc DOHC 12V 3-cylinder engine
FWD
78PS @ 6000rpm
1ooNm @ 4000rpm
5-speed MT
Gas
14×5.0-inch steel rims
Power steering/lock/windows/mirror
Design: 5-door hatchback
Dimensions: 3,710 x 1,665 x 1,500mm
Wheelbase: 2,450mm
Weight: 825kg
Price: Php523,000
Fuel efficiency: 18km/l (combined)

6. Kia Picanto 1.0L EX MT

Specifications and features:
998cc DOHC 12V 3-cylinder engine
FWD
69PS @ 6,200rpm
94Nm @ 3,500rpm
5-speed MT
Gas
14×5.0-inch steel rims
Power steering/lock/windows
Design: 5-door hatchback
Dimensions: 3,595 x 1,595 x 1,490mm
Wheelbase: 2,385mm
Curb weight: 845-865kg
Price: Php555,000
Fuel efficiency: 20km/l (combined)

5. Hyundai Eon 0.8 GL MT

Specifications and features:
814cc SOHC 9V 3-cylinder engine
FWD
56PS @ 5,500rpm
75Nm @ 4,000rpm
5-speed MT
Gas
13×4.5-inch steel rims
Power steering
Design: 5-door hatchback
Dimensions: 3,495 x 1,550 x 1,500mm
Wheelbase: 2,380mm
Price: Php438,000
Fuel efficiency: 20.8km/l (combined)

4. Toyota Prius C Standard CVT

Specifications and features:
1.5L DOHC 16V 4-cylinder engine + electric motor
FWD
73PS @ 4,800rpm (engine) 60PS (motor)
111Nm @ 4,000rpm (engine) 169Nm (motor)
CVT transmission
Gas
15×5.5-inch alloy rims
Comfort access key
Power steering/lock/windows/mirrors
Fog lamps
Design: 5-door hatchback
Dimensions: 3,995 x 1,695 x 1,455mm
Wheelbase: 2,550mm
Curb weight: 1,120kg
Price: Php1,475,000
Fuel efficiency: 21km/l (combined)

3. Suzuki Celerio 1.0L MT

Specifications and features:
996cc SOHC 12V 3-cylinder engine
FWD
68PS @ 6,000rpm
90Nm @4,800rpm
5-speed MT
Gas
14×5.5-inch steel rims
Keyless entry and alarm
Power steering/lock/front windows
Fog lamps
Design: 5-door hatchback
Dimensions: 3,500 x 1,600 x 1,470mm
Wheelbase (space between front and rear axles): 2,360mm
Curb weight: 890kg
Price: Php538,000
Fuel efficiency: 24km/l (combined)

2. Chevrolet Spark 1.0L MT

Specifications and features:
995cc DOHC 16V 4-cylinder engine
FWD
68PS @6400rpm
92Nm @ 4800rpm
5-speed MT
Gas
14×4.5-inch alloy rims
Keyless entry and alarm
Power steering/lock/windows/mirror
Design: 5-door hatchback
Dimensions: 3,640 x 1,597 x 1,522mm
Wheelbase (space between front and rear axles): 2,375mm
Weight: 864kg
Price: Php548,888
Fuel efficiency: 24km/l (combined)

1. Lexus CT200h 1.8 Hybrid E-CVT

Specifications and features:
1.8L DOHC 16V 4-cylinder engine + electric motor
FWD
99PS @ 5,200rpm (engine) 82PS (motor)
142Nm @ 4,000rpm (engine) 207Nm (motor)
E-CVT transmission
Gas
16 x 7-inch alloy rims
Keyless entry and alarm
Power steering/lock/windows/mirrors
Design: 5-door hatchback
Dimensions: 4,320 x 1,765 x 1,440mm
Wheelbase: 2,600mm
Curb weight: 1,420kg
Price: Php2,438,000
Fuel efficiency: 24.4km/l (combined)