The Good: Feature packed, fine chassis
The Bad: Ancient engine (2002-2007), more torque steer (2008-2012)
The Say: More of a people carrier rather than driver's delight.
Go For: QRV-R (2002-2007)
Avoid: 250 Luxury
Price Range: P240,000-P350,000
Our Rating: ***
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There are two sets of engines and either can be described as underpowered. From 2002 til 2007, a 145hp 2.0 is offered which is better driven when not fully occupied. Driving it with a full load would have the engine huff and puff for power. 2008 to 2012 units get the 2.5 gasoline with 160hp under the hood that unleashes its potential in the higher range.
The first set of variants (2002-2007) are the QRV-U and QRV-R and we shall point out their standard amenities. QRV-U variants can be had with a manual transmission and gets steel rims, rear parking sensors, rear wiper with washer system, power windows, power mirrors, power door locks, and CD player. QRV-R adds alloy wheels, airbag for the driver, ABS brakes, privacy window, VCD player, six disc changer, overhead LCD monitor, and available with the automatic transmission. The 2008 update had these models renamed to Luxury and Elegance and notable additions occurred to the following trim lines; Luxury gains driver's airbag while Elegance models adds a passenger side airbag and leather seats.