Hyundai Accent Hatchback 1.6L CRDi AT (2014) vs Suzuki APV Type II GLX MT (8-seater) MT (2015)

Hyundai Accent Hatchback 1.6L CRDi AT (2014) vs Suzuki APV Type II GLX MT (8-seater) MT (2015): which should you buy?

For a Filipino buyer, the choice between the Hyundai Accent Hatchback 1.6L CRDi AT (2014) and the Suzuki APV Type II GLX MT (2015) hinges on your priorities: power and fuel efficiency versus passenger capacity and versatility. The Accent, at ₱968,000, offers a turbo diesel engine with 128 PS and 260 Nm of torque, paired with a 4-speed automatic transmission. This makes it significantly more powerful and torquier than the APV, which has a naturally aspirated gasoline engine producing 91 PS and 127 Nm with a 5-speed manual. The Accent is ideal for daily commuting or spirited driving, especially if you prefer an automatic and diesel's fuel economy. However, it's a discontinued 2014 model with only 5 seats. The Suzuki APV, at ₱975,000, is a current model with a body-on-frame construction, RWD, and seating for 8 passengers (2+3+3). It's perfect for large families or those needing to haul people and cargo, but its gasoline engine is less powerful and fuel-efficient. The APV also has a shorter warranty (3 years/100,000 km vs. Accent's 5 years/unlimited). In summary: choose the Accent for performance and efficiency; choose the APV for maximum passenger space and ruggedness.