Cheapest Toyota cars in the Philippines

For close to 60 years, the Toyota brand has had a presence in the Philippines, offering a diverse array of products to the Filipino people. Many of us grew up with Toyotas in the garage as children, and most can still be found in running condition today, a testament to the reliability and ease of maintenance that Toyota’s products have garnered over the years. While design philosophies have changed and technology has moved faster than ever before, we Filipinos still hold the Japanese manufacturer in high regard. After all, it’s hard to fault an automobile manufacturer that has seen us through many decades of financial and leadership challenges.

For those looking for their first car that fits within a budget, Toyota has always had a product for everyone. Currently, they have one of the largest lineups of vehicles of any vehicle manufacturer in the country, spanning over 20 Toyota models in various trims and costs. From sporty coupes to tiny city cars, Toyota has all bases covered. In this article, we’ll be narrowing down the cheapest and easiest to acquire vehicles in the Toyota family. You’ll be surprised to find that there’s a lot of variety here for a price point that’s within easy reach.

Toyota Wigo

If you’re looking for the cheapest car in Toyota’s stable, you’ve found it. The Toyota Wigo ticks the boxes for those looking for their first car or a reliable city car to serve as basic transportation. It’s easy to drive and maneuver through congested streets and is frugal at the gas pump. ABS and airbags are standard, so even at P609,000 for the most basic trim, you’ve got all the essentials covered, and more. If you want more features, then the Wigo goes for as much as P729,000 for the top-of-the-line G CVT model. It is the most premium variant of the Wigo and it still falls under a million pesos in the Philippines.

Toyota Vios

The most successful and one of the longest-running subcompact sedans on the market today, the latest generation Toyota Vios elevates the standards of this category by providing class-leading safety and a slew of new convenience features, such as hill start assist and stability control on all trims. It fits the bill for those looking for a solidly built car that will last many years to come, and with the base model starting at P732,000, there’s a lot of value to be had from one of the most popular nameplates in the local automotive industry. The most expensive Vios comes with a slightly bigger engine, and the price of that model goes all the way up to P1,055,000, add an extra P15,000 if you want it in a White Pearl color scheme. Regardless of what variant you opt for in the lineup, the Vios is a great value proposition, plus, like the Innova, it is also locally manufactured so parts will come easily.

Toyota Yaris Cross

One of the latest additions to Toyota’s lineup, the Yaris Cross is the Japanese automaker’s offering for the subcompact crossover segment. Bridging the gap between the Raize and the Corolla Cross, the Yaris Cross is a sporty crossover for people who want a versatile urban runabout that can also handle a bit of very light-off roading. Aside from being a good starting point for people to get into Toyota’s line of crossovers, it also provides buyers with an affordable hybrid electric vehicle option with the 1.5 S HEV. Versatile in utility and also versatile in terms of price, the Yaris Cross starts at P1,199,000 with the 1.5 G CVT and tops out at P1,598,000 with the 1.5 S HEV variant.

Toyota Avanza

Need to seat up to seven people and work within a budget? The Toyota Avanza is a small MPV that has enjoyed incredible popularity in its category, offering practicality for the Filipino family. With the Avanza, you’ve got flexibility with 50:50 folding seats and a huge cargo area and safety with the inclusion of ISOFIX mounting points and standard ABS and twin airbags. The Avanza is a family hauler on weekends and a daily commuter during the rest of the week, and it starts at P833,000, however, if you want a bigger engine, you can opt for the 1.5 G AT variant which is priced at P1,059,000 or go for the much more stylish Veloz that starts at P1,092,000. Whichever of the duo you choose though, you will still get a whole lot of value for your money as they will all slide under the P1,300,000 mark.

Toyota Hilux

Eight generations strong and still popular, the Toyota Hilux is a solid contender for a pickup of choice. Offering a wide array of engines and trim levels to suit your budget, the Toyota Hilux can be your no-frills workhorse, ready to tackle cargo, a daily truck to take to the office on a weekday, or even a good base for an off-road 4x4 project. ABS and airbags are standard, while top trims get new touchscreen interfaces and gauges. Either way, you get a solidly built truck trusted the world over. The Toyota Hilux starts at P879,000 and goes all the way up to P2,166,000 for the top-of-the-line GR Sport trim. Either way, up and down the lineup, there is a Toyota Hilux that will likely suit your needs and budget.

Toyota Raize

The Raize is the smallest crossover in Toyota’s stable and perhaps one of the most popular in the country. Once you see the Raize’s spec sheet and price tag, it’s easy to see why this small crossover earned the adoration of Filipinos. First, it’s got a boxy body and 200 mm of ground clearance, for people living in Metro Manila, high-ground clearance means they won’t have to worry about most ruts and potholes scattered on our roads. Second, the Raize is offered with a choice of two engines, a 1.2-liter naturally-aspirated engine or a 1.0-liter gasoline engine which have enough power to get up to speed and won’t break the bank at the pumps. Lastly, we move to the price, the Raize starts at P751,000 for the E MT variant and tops out at P1,063,000 with the 1.0-liter Turbo CVT variant. The combination of all these qualities made the Raize a significant favorite among car buyers since it first launched in 2022.

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