Battle of budget-friendly hatchbacks: Toyota Wigo vs. Kia Picanto vs. Mitsubishi Mirage

Battle of budget-friendly hatchbacks: Toyota Wigo vs. Kia Picanto vs. Mitsubishi Mirage

A hatchback is usually suggested for new drivers since it has a compact design that makes it easier to handle.

KEY TAKEAWAYS

  • What are the key features of the Toyota Wigo?

    The Toyota Wigo is known for its compact dimensions and convenience features such as steering wheel switches, back sonar, and back camera.
  • What are the key features of the Kia Picanto?

    The Kia Picanto is known for its surprisingly spacious cabin. It has a user-friendly dashboard with features such as steering wheel tilt adjustment and Aux and USB ports.
  • What are the key features of the Mitsubishi Mirage?

    The Mitsubishi Mirage has the best fuel economy in its class. It also offers flexible seating, generous luggage capacity, and ease of parking.
  • It's also useful if it has a flexible interior with folding seats that allow for greater cargo capacity. A hatchback is also a popular choice among first-time car buyers because it is available at a reasonable price. Among the most affordable in the market include the Toyota Wigo, Kia Picanto, and Mitsubishi Mirage.

    Toyota Wigo is the brand’s entry-level model. Aside from its compact dimensions, what makes the the Wigo a beginner-friendly hatchback is its convenience features such as steering wheel switches, back sonar, and back camera.

    Under the Wigo’s hood is a three-cylinder inline engine that churns out 66ps and 89Nm of torque.

    Meanwhile, the Kia Picanto is known for its surprisingly spacious cabin. It has a user-friendly dashboard with features such as steering wheel tilt adjustment and Aux and USB ports.

    The Picanto is powered by a three-cylinder inline petrol engine that produces 67ps and 95Nm of torque.

    This compact five-seater hatchback also comes with impressive safety features. Around 44% of the Picanto's structure is made of Advanced High-Strength Steel (AHSS), which ensures a resilient and safe cabin.

    The Mitsubishi Mirage, on the other hand, has the best fuel economy in its class. It also offers flexible seating, plenty of luggage capacity, and ease of parking.

    The Mirage is powered by an inline DOHC MIVEC engine that generates 77.52ps and 100Nm of torque.

    Whether you’re a first-time car buyer or just looking for a new budget-friendly compact car, check out the chart below to see which hatchback suits your needs:

    SPECIFICATIONS

    Toyota Wigo E MT

    Kia Picanto LX MT

    Mitsubishi Mirage GLX MT

    Length (mm)

    3,660

    3,595

    3,795

    Width (mm)

    1,600

    1,595

    1,665

    Height (mm)

    1,520

    1,495

    1,500

    Engine

    Three Cylinder Inline

    Three Cylinder Inline Petrol

    Inline Three DOHC MIVEC

    Displacement (cc)

    998

    998

    1,193

    Maximum Power (ps/rpm)

    66/6,000

    67/5,500

    77.52/6,000

    Maximum Torque (Nm/rpm)

    89/4,400

    95/3,750

    100/4,000

    Transmission

    Five-speed Manual Transmission

    Five-speed Manual Transmission

    Five-speed Manual Transmission

    Suspension

    Front: MacPherson Strut

    Rear: Torsion Beam Axle

    Front: MacPherson Strut with Stabilizer

    Rear: Coupled Torsion Beam Axle

    Front: MacPherson Strut Coil Spring

    Rear: Torsion Beam

    Brakes

    Front: Ventilated Disc

    Rear: Drum

    Front: Disc

    Rear: Drum

    Front: Ventilated Disc

    Rear: Leading and Trailing Drums

    Tires

    175/65R14

    175/65R14

    175/55R15

    Wheels

    14” x 5J Alloy

    14” Steel with Wheel Cap

    15” x 5J Alloy

    Audio

    2DIN, AM/FM Radio, Aux/USB/CD, and Bluetooth

    AM/FM Radio, MP3 with USB and Aux-in ports

    2-DIN, Aux, USB port, iPod-ready, Bluetooth, and 6.75” Touch Screen Monitor with Mirrorlink Feature

    Steering Wheel

    Three-spoke Urethane

    Three-spoke Polyurethane

    Three-spoke Urethane with Silver Accent

    Airbags

    Driver and Front Passenger

    Driver

    Driver and Front Passenger

    Anti-lock Brake System (ABS)

    With

    Without

    Without

    Available Body Colors

    Silver Metallic, White, and Gray Metallic

    Clear White, Titanium Silver, Pop Orange, Lime Light, Alice Blue, and Honey Bee

    Titanium Gray Metallic and Red Metallic

    PRICE

    P568,000

    P590,000

    P711,000

     

    Photos from Toyota Motor Philippines, Kia Philippines, and Mitsubishi Motors Philippines Corporation

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    Hazel is a news and feature writer for ZigWheels Philippines. She studied communication at De La Salle Lipa, where she was exposed to writing about various topics, which later has become her passion and now her career.

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