First launched in 2012 and subsequently released the following year, the Almera slugged it out in the super competitive sub-compact class. While late to the party, its strength lies on the spacious room and trunk at the expense of an awkward rear design that you wouldn't mind anyways.
The Good: Spacious cabin and trunk
The Bad: Bland driving dynamics, even blander styling.
Price Range: P710,000-P830,000
Our Rating: ***
| OWNERSHIP DETAILS | Mid | Base |
| Price | P830,000 | P710,000 (MT), P760,000 (AT) |
| Warranty | 3 Years or 100,000kms | 3 Years or 100,000kms |
| ENGINE SPECS | ||
| Engine | HR15DE 1.5 DOHC 16V I4 | HR15DE 1.5 DOHC 16V I4 |
| Horsepower | 98hp @ 6,000rpm | 98hp @ 6,000rpm |
| Torque | 134Nm @ 4,000rpm | 134Nm @ 4,000rpm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline/93 Octane | Gasoline/93 Octane |
| Fuel System | Electronic Fuel Injection Control | Electronic Fuel Injection Control |
| Transmission | 4-Speed Automatic | 5-Speed Manual, 4-Speed Automatic |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 41 Liters | 41 Liters |
| DIMENSIONS | ||
| Length | 4,425mm | 4,425mm |
| Width | 1,695mm | 1,695mm |
| Height | 1,505mm | 1,505mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,600mm | 2,600mm |
| Curb Weight | 1,027kg | 998kg (MT), 1,022kg (AT) |
| Body Style | 4 Door Sedan | 4 Door Sedan |
| Engine/Drive Type | Front Engine/Front Wheel Drive | Front Engine/Front Wheel Drive |
| Seating | 5 | 5 |
| SUSPENSION & TIRES | ||
| Front Suspension | McPherson Strut with Coil Springs & Stabilizer Bar | McPherson Strut with Coil Springs & Stabilizer Bar |
| Rear Suspension | Rigid Axle Torsion Beam | Rigid Axle Torsion Beam |
| Front Brakes | Ventilated Discs | Ventilated Discs |
| Rear Brakes | Drums | Drums |
| Tires | 185/65 R15 | 185/65 R15 |
| Wheels | 15 Inch Alloy | 15 Inch Alloy |
| SAFETY | ||
| Airbags | 2 | 2 |
| Anti-Lock Brakes | Yes, With Electronic Brakeforce Distribution | Yes, With Electronic Brakeforce Distribution |
| Traction/Stability Control | None | None |
| Other Safety Features | Speed Sensing Door Locks, High Mount Stop Light | Speed Sensing Door Locks, High Mount Stop Light |
| EXTERIOR | ||
| Fog Lamps | Standard | None |
| Other Exterior Features | Adds: Chrome Plated Front Grilles and Handles, Rear Spoiler | Color coded door handles |
| INTERIOR | ||
| Steering Wheel Adjustment | Tilt-Adjustable | Tilt-Adjustable |
| Steering Wheel Material | Urethane | Urethane |
| Seating Adjustment | Manual | Manual |
| Seating Material | Fabric | Fabric |
| Other Interior Features | Dual Analog Fine Vision Type, Drive Computer Display with Service Interval, Rear Interior Fan Cooler | Dual Analog Meter Drive Computer Display |
| CONVENIENCE FEATURES | ||
| Power Amenities | Steering, Windows, Door Locks, Mirrors | Steering, Windows, Door Locks, Mirrors |
| Climate Control | Manual | Manual |
| Audio System | 2DIN AM/FM/CD/MP3/AUX | 2DIN AM/FM/CD/MP3/AUX |
| Speakers | 4 | 4 |
| Steering Wheel Controls | Yes, Audio | None |
| Alarm | With Immobilizer | With Immobilizer |
| Keyless Entry | With Trunk and Panic Button | With Trunk and Panic Button |
| RIVALS | Chevrolet Sonic, Ford Fiesta, Honda City, Hyundai Accent, Kia Rio, Mazda 2, Toyota Vios |
