“Don’t let women drive a car” is a popular saying that everyone once heard.
When it comes to driving, women (and men) might show their own strengths and weaknesses. But for Philkotse, we think that it’s only a matter of suitability that causes inconvenience to female drivers on the way. Women are looking for vehicles that are easy to maintain, comfortable, and reliable. Most of the time, they are finding a suitable car not only for them but also to chauffeur their kids. Sometimes women also have a keen interest in fun-to-drive ability and attractiveness. So what are the best cars for women? Let us give you our recommendations.
Toyota Innova
If you think the Innova is too big for a woman to drive, you’re wrong. The best-selling seven-seater MPV from Toyota is undeniably one of the best cars for girls. With ample cabin space and a big boot, the Toyota Innova is comfortable enough to ferry her entire family with three kids while giving generous space for luggage for a perfect weekend getaway.
The ladder-frame MPV is powered by a 2.8-liter turbo-diesel engine shared with the Hilux and Fortuner, thereby churning out excellent power and reliability. This engine can churn out 167 HP of power and 343 Nm of torque to the rear through a 5-speed MT or a 6-speed AT unit.
If ladies prioritize safety as the key factor, the Toyota Innova is still one of the best choices. The top-spec model is fully equipped with 7 airbags, ABS and EBD, stability and traction control, parking sensors, speed-sensing door locks, hill-start assist, and many others. Looking for entertainment on the go, the Innova offers a large 7.0-inch touchscreen infotainment system with Android Auto and Apple CarPlay, auto AC with rear vents; engine starts push button, among others.
Currently, the Toyota Innova is available in the price range of around Php 1,186,000 to Php 1,739,000 (ex-showroom).
Mitsubishi Xpander
If women are seeking high and low for the best-built small MPV, the Mitsubishi Xpander is among the best cars for ladies in the Philippines. From the look of it, the Mitsubishi Xpander may look too rugged for an elegant young lady. However, the weakness will not be a problem once she experiences the drive.
The Mitsubishi Xpander is perfectly suitable for Filipino families. Driving your kids to school will be easy with the flexible seating capacity of seven people. The MPV is very practical, with generous space on the inside, while the rear cargo configuration is versatile.
Powering the Mitsubishi Xpander is a 1.5-liter in-line 4 DOHC engine good for 103 HP of power at 6,000 rpm and 141 Nm of torque at 4,000 rpm. Transmission choices include a 5-speed MT and a 4-speed AT.
In terms of Mitsubishi Xpander price in Philippines, the MPV gets a starting price of P 1,008 000 and goes up to P 1,143,000.
Honda City Hatchback
In the list of best cars for women, you can’t miss out on the Honda City Hatchback cause it perfectly suits young business ladies who desire a more compact five-seater car in the Philippines. The hatchback is quite practical, with enough interior space for a small family.
With a stylish and sporty look, the City Hatchback is surely an attention-seeker. In terms of specifications, the Japanese hatch makes full use of a 1.5-liter 4-cylinder petrol engine capable of generating 119 HP of maximum power and 145 Nm of peak torque. A CVT is in charge of delivering power to the front wheels.
For safety, the Honda City RS hatchback comes with six airbags, an anti-lock braking system, speed-sensing door locks, hill-start assist, stability control, etc. In the Philippines, the Honda City Hatchback is going on sale at the price of P 1,115,000.
Hyundai Venue
The last option in the list of best cars for ladies shouts out to the Hyundai Venue, which actually hit it big when it was launched in 2020. Being a subcompact crossover, though, the Hyundai Venue can seat up to 5 people whilst offering adequately ample space on the inside.
The highest-spec Venue variant is well-loaded with tech kits such as an 8-inch touchscreen infotainment system with Android Auto and Apple CarPlay, auto air-con, push start button, six airbags, and traction control, among many others.
Under the hood, the Hyundai Venue is powered by a 1.6-liter 4-cyl gasoline engine that can put out 121 HP of power and 151 Nm of torque. The engine comes paired with a 6-speed automatic transmission.
For pricing, the Hyundai Venue is available in the PH market at around Php 915,000 to Php 985,000.
Conclusion
These are our recommended cars for women in the Philippines. Since a car is not only a means of transportation driving you from point A to point B but also one of the definitions of your social status, these cars can be the best choices for the empowered woman in modern life. As they are based on our subjective opinion, some might or might not suit your likeness. However, we strongly recommend women to choose what they are most comfortable with. For more car buy and sell in the Philippines, shop around Philkotse.com.
