Best Compact SUV In The Philippines in 2020: A Quick Review

In this article, we will walk you through the 7 best compact SUVs in the Philippines in 2020. Let’s get started!

The Philippines has been a country full of compact SUVs. Just because Filippino find SUV practical when their need is to seek for a car with seven seats, enhanced ground clearance, and a diesel engine.

In this post, Philhyundai.com will walk you through top 7 best compact SUVs in the Philippines in 2020. Let’s dig in!

Find your best compact SUV in the Philippines in 2020

Honda CR-V

Honda CR-V has made a long history and sees no sight of slowing down in the Philippine market thanks to its reliability and functionality. In this fifth-generation, Honda CR-V is a strong competitor among any new compact SUV in the local market. Following Honda's current design language, the CR-V features a pair of slim, upswept headlights with a bold grille.

Honda CR-V 2020

The Honda CR-V comes equipped with a fuel-efficient engine and variant in seating choice. The 7-seater uses a 1.6-liter i-DTEC turbo diesel engine that provides 120PS and 300Nm of torque along with a gear selector 9-speed A/T. Meanwhile, the 5-seat is powered by a 2-liter SOHC i-VTEC turbocharged gasoline engine that provides 190BHP and 243Nm of torque. 

Pros

• Smooth handling
• Spacious and comfortable cabin
• Comfort ride

Cons

• Too much design in the upfront

Hyundai Santa Fe

Santa Fe 2020 features a deep character line to the rear of the LED taillight. The front grille is huge and covered with silver. This compact SUV adds more space than its previous model with the body features 60.5cm longer and 1cm wider. 

Hyundai Santa Fe 2020

The Hyundai Santa Fe 2020 is now available with a 2.2-liter CRDi engine using diesel, which can power 200 hp and 441 Nm of torque. The interesting thing here is the 8-speed automatic transmission allows Sante Fe to be more flexible in gearing.

Pros

• Powerful and fuel-efficient engine
• Spacious cabin
• Comfortable ride
• Luxurious interior

Cons

• Need more safety features
• Only one engine option

Mazda CX-5

A list of the best compact SUV in the Philippines can’t miss the KODO design language, Mazda CX-5 2020. This compact crossover comes in three choices - the Pro, the Sport, and the Sport Diesel. The updated version hasn’t changed so much in its exterior, except for a fresher finishing.

Mazda CX-5 2020

Meanwhile, the interior has seen significant updates. The seat features leather material for all CX-5 variants. Also, switches have been in pair with dials for a new design, along with an innovative climate control panel. Mazda has surely enhanced its technology for the car when the infotainment system now has included Apple Carplay and Android Auto.

The Mazda CX-5 comes in three options: a 2.2-liter SkyActiv-D producing 175 PS or 2.0-liter SkyActiv-G producing 155 PS, and a 2.5-liter SkyActiv-G 4-cylinder turbo gas engine generating 230 PS and 420 Nm of torque. 

All engines feature one transmission only, except for the Sport model with a SkyActiv-D 6-speed automatic gearbox.

Pros

• Stunning driving dynamics
• Fuel-efficient
• Robust building

Cons

• Expensive

Toyota RAV4

Toyota has showcased a new robust design for its Fifth Generation of RAV4, Toyota RAV4 2020, with the theme of "Adventure and Refined". The compact SUV is designed to be more mature, premium and sportier without losing its complicated delicacy. 

Toyota RAV4 2020

Moreover, the RAV4 possesses an improved power and updated features as an enhancement in the driving experience. First off, the car is powered by a 2.5-liter Dynamic Force 4-cylinder engine that has a thermal efficiency of 40 percent. Next up, an 8-speed Direct-Shift automatic delivers a  fuel-efficient driving. 

Pros

• Bold design with the Cyan Metallic paint
• Fuel-efficient
• Spacious interior

Cons

• Expensive
• Need improvements in NVH insulation

Kia Sorento 2020

Kia Sorento 2020 appears simple but so sophisticated. The car has added more beauty at the front fascia with its new headlights for its higher-trim models. The Kia Sorento features LED headlamps in pair with LED DRLs and projector fog lights. As a modern Kia style, the car also gets the signature Tiger Nose grille.

Kia Sorento 2020

As one of the compact SUV in the Philippines, Kia Sorento is fast to hit highway speeds by a quick press of the throttle. The secret behind the power by a 2.2-liter diesel engine producing 202 PS and 441 Nm of torque. The car also gets an 8-speed automatic transmission along with the manual mode that delivers power to four wheels at any given time.

Pros

• Powerful engine
• Comfortable ride

Cons

• Outdated dashboard design

Nissan X-Trail 2020

The new X-Trail has departed its old boxy design to wear a new sleek and stylish design, but still features a wide ‘V’ shape grille and daytime running lamps as remain the visual experience for every drive. 

Nissan X-Trail

Nissan X-Trail suits each Filipino family's needs with numerous features such as a fully automatic dual-zone climate control and a Divide-N-Hide cargo system to add more flexibility for your family's traveling under the hot weather. 

The X-Trail is powered by a 2.0-liter gasoline engine that produces 142 hp and 200 Nm of torque and Nissan's XTronic continuously variable transmission (CVT) 2.5-liter engine producing up to 168 hp and 233 Nm of torque. 

Pros

• Power-adjustable seats
• Comfort handling
• Safety features

Cons

• Slightly cramped in the third-row seat

Hyundai Tucson

Hyundai Tucson 2020 owns a fresh style, with new and improved technology and engine. Like Santa Fe 2020, the Tucson features a bulky front fascia with sharper edges and the innovative grille. The car also features an outdoor rearview mirror equipped with electric adjustability. 

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When it comes to the engine, the brand-new 2020 Tucson is powered by a 2.0-liter 4 -cylinder engine that produces 164 hp and 204 Nm of torque, another model with a 2.4-liter 4-cylinder engine that produces 181 hp and 237 Nm of torque. Both engines come with a 6-speed automatic transmission A/T.

Pros

• Well-designed
• A set of Safety features included
• Improved comfort and entertainment system
• Fuel-efficient

Cons

• Outdated lighting system

Conclusion

Above are the best compact SUV in the Philippines in 2020. What models do you love the most? Share your thoughts with us!

We hope you enjoy our today’s review. Stay tuned, and see you in our next article on Philhyundai.com!