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Family cars are a staple in every Pinoy household.

We use family cars when we will go out for a grocery run,

for outings, service for kids, and when we'll visit the mall.

But in today's time,

we have to be practical. It's better to buy an affordable car for the family.

I'm Stanley Chi for Philkotse's top ten list and in this episode...

we will talk about the ten most affordable family cars in the Philippines.

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The ground rules for this episode are the following:

Number one, it must be a 2020 model.

Number two, it must be available in the Philippines.

Number three, it must be affordable.

And number four, it must be large and spacious

as we are looking for a family car.

Let's start the countdown in no particular order

the "Ten Most Affordable Family Cars in the Philippines."

Number ten, Toyota Innova.

Dubbed as the national family car,

the Innova has multiple variants.

But the most affordable diesel choice is around Php 1,100,000

for the J variant and it's a manual.

Proven and tested.

This vehicle is the grandson of the Tamaraw FX that inherited its reliability.

Fun fact...

the Innova is the third-best-selling car last year, just behind the Hilux and Vios.

Now you know why, "Innova sa daan."

Get it?

Innova... Innover.

Yes, it's a "tito" joke.

Number nine, Honda Mobilio.

The larger sibling of the Honda Civic.

One can say that it is more expensive as compared to most of its rivals,

starting at Php 895,000 for the manual variant

but it is still relatively affordable.

It has the most powerful engine in its class as compared to the Avanza, Ertiga, and Xpander.

And this is also the most stylish in its segment...

especially with the RS variant.

If you are looking for a Mobilio that looks like an SUV,

then you might want to consider the Honda BR-V.

It comes with higher ground clearance and other aesthetic advantages.

Number 8, Isuzu mu-X.

Affordable and rugged.

This is the most affordable SUV you can buy in the Philippines

with a base manual variant priced at Php 1,300,000.

It is a macho-looking 7-seater vehicle that is sturdy and can drive through floods effortlessly.

Also, its RZ4E diesel engine is relatively fuel-efficient as it only has an engine displacement of 1.9-liters.

Some say that it is pronounced as mu-X...

not mu-X.

Maybe it's just like virus and virus.

Number seven, Volkswagen Santana GTS.

Affordable and has a good exterior design.

It's not a 7-seater, it's a family car.

It's a wagon, so the trunk space is plentiful.

The Volkswagen Santana is so spacious that it can fit an air conditioner, washing machine, TV,

and your neighbor's dog.

It is less than Php 1,000,000 so this is the most affordable wagon you can get.

Fun fact...

wagons are the SUVs of the 80s in the sense that they are the family car back then.

Wagons are also easy to drive as compared to SUVs

due to its lower ground clearance. It almost has a sedan-like driving feel.

Number six, Mitsubishi Xpander,

the successor to the iconic Mitsubishi Adventure AUV.

The concept car looks across the range

it has a youthful appeal and doesn't look like it is for your old man.

It has a generous interior space good for seven people

and if you are looking for an SUV-looking counterpart of this vehicle...

you might want to consider Mitsubishi Xpander Cross.

Speaking of Xpander,

let's expand the horizons as we are now on the top-five family car.

Number five, Suzuki Ertiga.

A good long-distance car for road trips that can effortlessly drive up to Baguio

as per the "titos of Manila."

This easy-to-drive MPV is good for seven people and the chassis is based on the Suzuki Swift

translating into a car-like handling.

Its ventilated cup holders keep beverages during long drives.

So if the trip will be long,

it would be worth it if you bring a Suzuki Ertiga.

If you are looking for an SUV counterpart of the Ertiga,

the Suzuki XL7 is the car you need to check out.

Number four, Toyota Avanza.

It is the successor of the Toyota Revo as a family option from the Japanese automaker's lineup in the local market.

This MPV has a large fan base in the Philippines and

many find the price range and features quite attractive.

The Avanza is largely used as a workhorse.

It can be used not only as a family vehicle, but also for business.

The unibody is for ground clearance with a lower center of gravity

less likelihood of rollovers.

It has many cupholders for passengers and a 3-point ELR seatbelt standard

on all seat rows.

And if you are looking for an SUV-looking counterpart of the Avanza,

then there is the Toyota Rush.

Both Toyota models are excellent choices.

Number three, Suzuki APV.

For the common hardworking Filipino.

This vehicle can accommodate up to eight individuals

and the starting price is less than Php 600,000.

It is more affordable than any of the cars on this list.

And it is more affordable than the Suzuki Ertiga by Php 150,000.

The exterior design is not for everyone because let's admit it...

many other vehicles look better than the APV

If you want a good-looking Suzuki,

go for the Suzuki Ertiga.

But if you are looking for a car mainly for the family,

the APV can seat up to eight people and it has an anti-lock brake system and dual airbags.

Another noteworthy factor to point out is that this is more affordable than the Toyota Wigo.

Number two, Geely Coolray.

This is a Chinese vehicle that is worth buying, sharp-looking, and high-tech.

It looks like something young individuals would consider driving so we included this on the...

top ten cars for single people.

But it is perfect for a small family.

Needless to say, its design looks exquisite.

The Geely Coolray is one of the vehicles that we recommend as a family car.

It can seat up to five people

plus you have a large cargo space at the back.

The cargo space is so large that it can fit one week supply of grocery items, school bags, gym bags,

stroller and "pangkabuhayan showcase."

But wait, there's more...

the exterior and interior design of the Geely Coolray is premium looking with a more attractive

price tag as compared to its segment rivals.

Number one, Honda Civic.

A staple on Philippine roads and one of the country's most popular cars.

It doesn't look much of a family car...

but this is perfect for newly-wed couples, as well as couples with a youthful vibe.

You can still have a stylish car while starting a family.

The trunk space is ample...

it can fit grocery items and a stroller.

It's a perfect car for people who plan to have a small family.

One or two kids... and you can still tag your maid along.

It's loaded with safety features such as six airbags

and you can gift this to your child once he/she goes to college.

Well, that is just one of the many excuses that you can use

to convince your spouse that the Honda Civic is a good investment as a family car.

There you have it

the "Ten Most Affordable Family Cars in the Philippines."

Did we forget to mention a family car off your list?

Well, you might as well write it down in the comment section

let's talk about it.

Here in Philkotse,

we take time to read them all.

Mr. Director, what is your family car?

Our family car is a bit retro

space wagon from the 90s.

Do you think that the Mitsubishi L300 is a good family car?

What do you guys think?