In a market increasingly defined by electrification and lifestyle-driven choices, Toyota Motor Philippines (TMP) has unveiled a hybrid that rewrites the playbook. The Yaris Cross SE HEV, the top-tier variant in the Yaris Cross lineup, is more than a vehicle. It’s a reflection of a generation that craves style, sustainability, and smart mobility—without sacrificing the thrill of the drive.
Hybrid hustle
The Yaris Cross SE HEV arrives at a time when Filipino motorists are rethinking what it means to move. Fuel prices fluctuate, traffic remains a daily ritual, and environmental awareness is no longer niche—it’s mainstream. Toyota’s answer? A compact crossover that blends hybrid efficiency with urban agility, tailored for the fast-paced rhythm of Metro Manila and beyond.
Under the hood, the SE variant carries Toyota’s proven hybrid electric technology—quiet, responsive, and frugal. It’s the kind of drivetrain that lets you cruise through city congestion with a clear conscience, knowing you’re burning less fuel and emitting fewer pollutants.
Visually, the SE HEV is a head-turner. Toyota has dialed up the sportiness with exclusive exterior upgrades.
It’s a crossover that looks just as comfortable parked outside a café in Makati or BGC as it does carving through the curves of Antipolo.
Step into the cabin and the SE HEV continues to impress. Ambient lighting sets the tone for every journey, whether it’s a late-night drive or a weekend escape. A digital rearview mirror with front and rear DVR enhances visibility and safety, while a digital signal processor elevates the audio experience, because every playlist deserves clarity.
Even the horn gets an upgrade, a subtle nod to Toyota’s attention to detail. It’s these touches that make the SE feel premium without being pretentious.
Of course, no Toyota would be complete without its Safety Sense suite—a package of advanced driver-assist features that includes pre-collision systems, lane departure alerts, and adaptive cruise control. It’s available across the Yaris Cross range, but in the SE, it feels like part of a larger promise: that style and safety can coexist.
And with a starting price of ₱1,690,000, the Yaris Cross SE HEV is backed by Toyota’s extensive dealer network and aftersales support. Maintenance, repairs, accessories—it’s all part of the ownership experience, designed to be as seamless as the drive itself.
The road ahead
In many ways, the Yaris Cross SE HEV is a microcosm of where Philippine motoring is headed: toward electrification, personalization, and purpose. It’s a car for those who want to make a statement—not just about who they are, but about the kind of future they believe in.
So whether you’re navigating the weekday grind or chasing weekend horizons, the Yaris Cross SE HEV is ready. Ready to move, ready to inspire, and most of all—ready to re-energize your passion for the road.
