BR-V vs Stargazer vs Xpander Cross vs Veloz: Subcompact seven-seater Big Test part one | Top Gear PH

Welcome to our biggest production yet: Honda BR-V, Hyundai Stargazer, Toyota Veloz, and Mitsubishi Xpander Cross, all in top-spec trim, battling for the win in our subcompact seven-seater Big Test. And this is just part one of this two-episode showdown shot at the soon-to-open Silang-Aguinaldo interchange of CALAX.

These crossover MPVs are in different stages of their model lifespans, but their general specs are comparable. The BR-V, priced at P1,390,000 for the VX trim, makes 119hp and 145Nm. The Stargazer, selling for P1,288,000 for the GLS spec, generates 113hp and 144Nm. The Xpander Cross, valued at P1,328,000, puts out 103hp and 141Nm; it’s also the only contender still equipped with a four-speed automatic, while the rest have continuously variable transmissions. Finally, the Veloz, with an asking price of P1,250,000 in V form, boasts 105hp and 138Nm.

Which of these four family vehicles do you think takes the lead in this first round of tests? Click play on the video above to find out, and let us know your thoughts in the comments.

Presenters: Anton Andres, Leandre Grecia, Jason Tulio, Carlo Chungunco
Editor: Charles Banaag
Videographers: Charles Banaag, Teddy Garcia Jr., Sharleen Banzon
Intern: Pierre Marcel dela Cruz
Special thanks to MPT South and Mhanny Agusto for accommodating our shoot at CALAX and to Yumi and Junie Sevilla for lending us the Veloz that we used for this test

Chapters:
0:00 Intro
2:00 Test 1 – 0-60kph acceleration test
6:00 Test 2 – 60-0kph braking test
10:55 Test 3 – Cargo space test
17:40 Test 4 – Extra features comparison
20:25 Points tally and wrap-up of part one

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[lance]

I suggest doing a rolling acceleration instead, like 60kph to 100 since its more useful in real life scenarios like overtaking rather than a launch from 0.

[cocoycarpio]

Cant wait for Part 2. This is a very very good episode, very helpful. We dont see much Stargazers on the road, but based on part 1, it is a surprise winner - and a lot of the 7 MPV buyers actually miss out if they don’t put this in their shortlist

[paulovelez_]

Looks like brv is the underdog on this mpv's but still i purchase brv. Ive test drive this mpv's in my opinion brv is still confident to drive uphill or highways..

[mr_deranged]

While this test may not be flawless, it certainly serves as a reliable benchmark. nice concept!

[dAdDyGlEnZ]

2023 xpander gls owner here. i was rooting for the honda brv sana but seeing its cargo space, i didn’t regretted choosing the xpander. besides, it was offered at a discount with the best freebie (2 years of PMS for both parts and labor). great looks; ride comfort is great; acceleration is good as well and fuel consumption is nice (compared to my 2018 avanza). best value for money in my opinion.

[fayemarian]

Finally, an evaluation of these 4! Even before I saw this, I was considering Stargazer; I can't wait for part 2!

[wilsondelosreyes]

Good comparo! But since you are comparing a 7-seater MPV, the sitting comfort of the 3rd row is really important factor that must be shown and evaluated. It is a big factor in decision-making for a 7-seater.

[ezUpshift_Media]

Seeing the Veloz and Xpander having only 1 point against each other doesn't really surprise me. Those two our are choices before we love the Veloz's features but ended up buying the XP Cross beacuse the ride on the XP cross is much more refine, comfortable and quieter while the Veloz is a little bit ratly and the noise reduction is as good as in our Toyota Wigo also the XP Cross has more ground clearance which we really need on where we live. So yeah no regrets on our side

[kianne]

ito yung pinaka solid na comparison...sana marami pa kayung gawing comparison.. SUV OR CROSSOVER..salamat nakaka tulong talaga to sa pag hanap ng sasakyan

[malcherstudio]

Comparo we've been waiting for🎉
Yung Xpander Cross parang make-up Xpander GLS lang din naman. Wala halos pinagkaiba unlike before na mas mataas ang ground clearance ng Cross at McPherson Strut ang suspension. Pero ngayon pareho na sila ng GLS variant. Same goes with Veloz, para siyang top of the line ng Avanza since avanza built for lower class na puro hard plastics😂 ofcourse with Toyota safety sense
Meanwhile yung BRV ang laki ng price bump pero andun pa din naman yung power, tech and comfortability with Honda Sensing. Pero mainam kung ginawa na nila Auto Brake Hold at Electronic Parking Brake para premium looks like Xpander.
Pero with this comparo I'd go with Stargazer. It has power and everything. Kumbaga balance lang siya. 😅

[miketangbaoan]

For power and exterior looks: BR-V
For space and overall performance: Stargazer:
For Practicality: Veloz
For Saving money: Expander

[jeipee]

Hello, you should try the uphill test with 7 adult passengers. We need this kind of video since that's one of my concerns with these mpv cars.

[jasonvillaroman]

Nice episode guys! SG looking like a solid MPV all-around. All units have their own game going on though, but nice to see how each performs in different categories. Can't wait for part 2.

[cglimongaming]

Ive got stargazer, i dont like the look of it at first, but eventually super in love with it.... 2 weeks old stargazer here ❤❤❤

[pengvlogs]

Veloz guy here 😊 for tech features mas i think mas advantage pa din sya with the push button hold and e brake. 360 camera.

[eyyydoddska]

Now here's my take on these 4 MPVs:

BR-V
Pros: No doubt, the most feature-packed among the bunch. Most powerful figures, on paper.
Cons: Despite being most powerful, had the longest 0-60 km/h time. Space is quite cramped.

Stargazer
Pros: Futuristic exterior design. Unconventional dashboard design. Fastest 0-60 km/h time. The most spacious cabin. Tall headroom. Well-tuned IVT.
Cons: To be honest, it's quite hard to find any major disadvantage on this Hyundai MPV. Maybe the availability of third party parts?

Veloz
Pros: Being a Toyota, third party parts are readily available. Ambient lighting.
Cons: Sedan-like ground clearance. Low headroom. Rather cheap interior design. No cruise control.

Xpander Cross
Pros: Being a Mitsubishi, as well as being the oldest of the bunch, third party parts are readily available. Highest ground clearance.
Cons: No doubt, the least feature-packed among the bunch. Old-school 4-speed auto. Nothing really setting apart from the Xpander GLS variant that truly matters. Too expensive.

Ever since the Stargazer was introduced and came out, I instantly fell in love with it, upon seeing it first on the internet. And when we got to test drive it, it was... heaven. Too bad we didn't get it, for my family decided on the Xpander GLS, all on the basis of high ground clearance. Not bad, but especially my older brother, he said he wished we could've waited a bit longer for the Xpander Cross because clearly it was his most favorite. Which would've been a not-so-smart choice had we gone for the Xpander Cross.

And I can't help but drool at every Stargazer that passes by. It surely is a looker.

[cyrilramos]

Insult to the Hyundai Manu.. It is not a surprise at all as they are continously improving. Old ideology should stop, lalo na ung mga taong pinanganak na Toyota, Honda and Mitsu lang ang kilalang badge name.

[arnoldbriones]

considering our road conditions here in PH with narrow streets and eskenitas, 360 cam is more useful than cruise control which you will only use in expressway

[yusakugodai]

The Stargazer was made to be an Xpander killer.. Not content to merely gaze at the stars, but to rightfully claim its place among them! Stargazer FTW!

[MiggyMndza]

Not surprised with the SG, put it in Sport or Smart mode and the IVT really performs.

The Veloz would really have an easier time to load items inside since the ground clearance isn't really high. Looks premium but some real-life feedbacks tell otherwise with build quality.

BR-V is tech loaded but that's because it's the VX model. The V would've been better, but I get that it might fall too short already when compared to the rest. The CVT, which everyone thinks is a big advantage, turns out to be the Honda's weakness.

Xpander Cross looks like it has an expensive pricetag too but afaik it has the biggest discount offerring as well, may still lack in extra features but refinement and build quality wise, Mitsubishi surely didn't cut costs on that. And Anton could've felt better closing the tailgate with the 3rd row reclined fully back, if nakaharap lang yung bag towards the tailgate so no one would worry about damages and still see that it would still close. 😁

Good comparo, tho hopefully the part 2 would be better 😀