Check out some of the sexiest sedans available in PH

With the love month upon us, it’s only fitting to talk about some of our automotive fantasies — and the author has always been into sexy sedans. 

More of a taste developed over years of driving than a kink, sedans can be seen as the ideal daily driver since they are athletic and agile but are also fuel-efficient and practical. With only four seats and a cooped-up cabin (compared to vehicles in other segments, that is), these compact rides offer a more personal — intimate, even — driving experience. 

So, without further ado, here are some of the sultriest sedans currently available on the Philippine market. 

Honda Civic 

The Honda Civic is arguably one of the sexiest sedans offered by a Japanese brand here in the country. 

Many enthusiasts praise the latest iteration of the nameplate for its more mature styling, which may attract car buyers who are looking for a ride with modern, minimal appeal. 

Notable is its bold front fascia with a striking honeycomb grille flanked by a pair of sleek headlamps. Admirable too, are its sculpted hood and its distinct rear. 

Power comes from a 1.5-liter gasoline engine mated to a continuously variable transmission (CVT), which makes some 175 horsepower (hp) with 240 Newtom-meters (Nm) of torque. In the range-topping variant, the powertrain unit consists of a hybrid 1.9-liter gasoline mill with an electric CVT (139 hp from the internal combustion engine and 181 hp from the electric motor with 315 Nm top torque) — so you also get some level of fuel efficiency in your drives. 

The top-of-the-line model also gets some RS treatment that adds a few exterior and interior appointments, which we have listed below: 

• Black-painted grille 
• Piano black side mirrors with integrated turn signals
• RS e:HEV exclusive matte gray alloy wheels
• Chrome, black door handles
• Piano black rear spoiler
• RS badging
• Red RS interior accent

For those wanting a more sportier version, Honda Cars Philippines Incorporated is offering the Civic Type-R. 

Based on the same platform, it boasts a more athletic look and a capable powertrain system to boot. That said, here are its engine specifications: 

Engine displacement (in cc)	1,996
Transmission	Six-speed manual transmission
Maximum power output (in hp)	315
Maximum torque (in Nm)	420

 

Likewise, it gets model-specific trims, which we have listed here: 

• Red Honda badges
• Type-R front bumper
• Type-R rear bumper 
• Type-R rear bumper spoiler
• Type-R wing
• Type-R side sill garnishes
• Triple exhaust pipes
• 19-inch matte black alloy wheels
• Red suede upholstery with Type-R logo
• Aluminum shift knob
• Red carpet
• Red floor mats with Type-R logo

GAC Empow 

Now those who want a sedan with a similar vibe as the aforementioned Honda Civic Type-R without breaking the bank could check out the Chinese-made GAC Empow. 

It also radiates sportiness and athleticism thanks to the chiseled exterior with plenty of aggressive angles and sexy contours. 

Eye-catching is its large grille with vertical slats. The fascia is highlighted by yellow accents — alongside some carbon fiber appliques — that surround its latticework, which also gives the car a dynamic look. 

It rides on a set of 18-inch aluminum alloy wheels that are shod in 225/60 series tires. Sharing the same yellow hue are brake calipers that seem to peek through the openings of its two-tone wheels. 

The rear of the GAC Empow is also impressive with quad exhaust pipes complementing its graceful bodylines. 

Similarly commendable is the GAC Empow’s interior, which we have talked about in our feature story, here. 

Its notable features are listed here: 

• Leather upholstery
• Carbon fiber-style accent
• Seven-inch instrument cluster
• 10.25-inch touchscreen infotainment screen

When it comes to performance, the table below details the GAC Empow’s capabilities: 

Engine displacement (in cc)	1,497
Transmission	Seven-speed wet dual-clutch transmission
Maximum power output (in hp)	174
Maximum torque (in Nm)	270

 

Toyota Camry 

Bringing a dash of elegance and luxury to our sexy sedan list is the updated Toyota Camry. 

The newest iteration of this executive car from the Japanese brand was silently launched not too long ago, somewhat out shined by the roll out of the next-generation Toyota Tamaraw. 

Proving that less is more, the Toyota Camry boasts subtle, yet bold styling. 

Its front fascia gets stylish horizontal slats with a mesh-like design at the end. The headlamps are well tucked under the bonnet, which gives off a clean-looking impression. 

The side profile of the sedan is also straightforward with mostly straight bodylines and minimal cosmetics. It rides on a set of two-tone 18-inch alloy wheels wrapped in 235/45 series tires. 

Its rear end gets combination taillamps, an “HEV” badge (due to its hybrid electric vehicle powertrain), and some defined lines. 

Overall the Toyota Camry offers an unmistakable look without being too loud. 

Luxe is its cabin, with a wealth of amenities that reinforce the model’s position as a passenger’s car. 

Below are some of the said features: 

• Brown leather upholstery
• Power-adjustable front seats with memory function 
• Rear seats with power recline, armrest controls 
• Dual-zone automatic air conditioning system
• nanoeX air purifier
• Wireless smartphone charger
• Driver head up display
• Nine-speaker JBL sound system
• 12.3-inch digital instrument panel
• 12.3-inch touchscreen infotainment screen
• Panoramic moonroof

Power comes from a 2.5-liter engine married to a CVT. It is paired with an electric motor and a lithium-ion battery combo for a total of 205 horses combined (167 hp from the internal combustion engine and 134 hp from the electric motor) with pulling power that peaks at 221 Nm. 

Hyundai Ioniq 6 

From hybrids, we now jump to a fully-electric fastback sedan with the Hyundai Ioniq 6. 

The said vehicle from the South Korean carmaker wows not just with its streamlined style but also with its ability to offer would-be owners a step towards sustainable mobility. 

Its body is not only aesthetically sound but is also aerodynamically optimized. Its sleek silhouette is not just for show as Hyundai Motor Philippines notes that these minimize air resistance, which leads to smooth and dynamic driving. 

Listed here are some of its exterior appointments: 

• Parametric pixel LED headlamps with adaptive driving beam and automatic functionality
• LED rear combination lamp
• Parametric pixel high mount stop lamp
• Rear spoiler
• Flush outside door handles
• 20-inch alloy wheels 

Inside, the Hyundai Ioniq 6 also has plenty of modern devices like leather seats, button-less slim doors with ambient lighting, a bridge-type center console, interactive pixel LED lights, and thoughtful storage spaces. 

Also notable are some of the features we’ve written below: 

• Driver, front passenger relaxation seats with lumbar support
• Dual-zone automatic air conditioning system
• Wireless charger 
• Head up display for driver 
• Panoramic sunroof 
• Bose-brander automotive speakers 
• 12.3-inch thin-film transistor instrument gauge
• 12.3-inch touchscreen infotainment display

For emissions-free driving, the Hyundai Ioniq 6 relies on the below powertrain system: 

Electric motor type	Permanent magnet synchronous motor
Transmission	Single-speed reduction gear
Maximum power output (in hp)	225
Maximum torque (in Nm)	350
Battery capacity (in kWh)	77.4
Estimated range (in km)	545

 

BYD Seal 

Released during last year’s Philippine International Motor Show, the BYD Seal looks to raise the bar of fully-electric sedans in the country. 

Style-wise, it flaunts a striking bonnet that flows smoothly to the rear. Alluring are its headlamps, whose housing is connected to the daytime running lights position at each end of its fascia. A protruding chin rounds up its frontal features. 

The flanks of the BYD Seal is highlighted by aggressive-looking side sill garnishes, a set of 19-inch aerodynamically designed alloy wheels with 225/50 tires, flush door handles, and a pair of body-colored side mirrors with cameras and repeaters.

At the back, the BYD Seal boasts a huge diffuser, an LED light bar, and some badges in chrome. 

As for its interior, here are some of its features: 

• Quilted leather upholstery
• Bucket-type seats
• Leather flat-bottom steering wheel with multi-functional controls
• Glass-decorated gear selector 
• 10.25-inch digital instrument cluster
• 15.6-inch rotating, touchscreen infotainment system 
•  12-piece Dynaudio speaker system
• Wireless smartphone charger

Touted as an electric vehicle that is “born to perform,” the BYD Seal’s range-topping model takes pride on the following performance specifications: 

Electric motor type	Permanent magnet synchronous motor
Number of electric motors	Two
Maximum power output (in hp)	522
Maximum torque (in Nm)	670
Battery capacity (in kWh)	82.6
Estimated range (in km)	580

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