Women celebrities and their cars

As we observe Women’s Month in the Philippines, let’s look at some of the most influential celebrities and their rides of choice. 

These personalities not only showcase their taste in cars but also promote empowerment and an example that the younger generation can follow. 

In no particular order, here are some Filipino women celebrities and their rides. 

Sharlene San Pedro, Toyota Land Cruiser Prado

In the mid-2000s Sharlene San Pedro became a staple in local television thanks to her appearances in the hit children’s comedy show Goin Bulilit. 

Not too long ago, San Pedro posted on her Instagram account a picture of her new ride, which happened to be the new Toyota Land Cruiser Prado in white. 

Offered in a sole variant here in the Philippines, the beefy sport utility vehicle boasts the below powertrain specifications: 

Engine displacement (in cc)	2,393
Transmission	Eight-speed automatic
Maximum power output (in hp)	277
Maximum torque (in Nm)	430
Fuel type	Gasoline

 

Since San Pedro got hers in White Pearl Mica, her ride costs some P4.821 million — P15,000 more expensive than those finished in Avant Garde Bronze or Black Mica. 

Yeng Constantino, Mini 3-Door Cooper S

Filipino singer Yeng Constantino wowed her fans back in 2023, not just for a performance but for her ride as well.

The Pinoy Dream Academy alumni bought herself a few years back a Mini 3-Door Cooper S — the mid-range option of the iconic three-door compact car. Those interested in finding out just how much power this cute hatchback packs may refer to the table below: 

Engine displacement (in cc)	1,998
Transmission	seven-speed automatic
Maximum power output (in hp)	189
Maximum torque (in Nm)	280
Fuel type	Gasoline

Known for the go-kart-like experience it provides, we can only imagine Constantino having fun behind the wheel of her Mini 3-Door Cooper S. 

She appears to have an affinity towards European-made machines as Constantino also took home a Vespa S 125 after winning a raffle last year. 

Gabbi Garcia, Toyota Land Cruiser 300

San Pedro is not the only one who owns a Toyota Land Cruiser on our list. Gabbi Garcia — who starred in the 2016 remake of Encantadia — drives a Land Cruiser 300.

Per her Instagram posts, the actress has done several upgrades to her sport utility vehicle, which includes a new set of wheels as well as some protective coatings. Performance-wise, here’s how well the coveted nameplate performs: 

Engine displacement (in cc)	3,346
Transmission	10-speed automatic
Maximum power output (in hp)	301
Maximum torque (in Nm)	700
Fuel type	Diesel

With a more capable powertrain comes a more expensive price tag, Garcia’s Attitude Black Mica-finished ride costs some P5.758 million. 

Andi Manzano, Hongqi E-HS9

Former MTV video jock Andi Manzano has fully embraced sustainable mobility as she often posts about her and her family’s adventures aboard the all-electric Hongqi E-HS9. 

In her Instagram account, Manzano talked about how good-looking and spacious the Chinese seven-seater is. 

For those interested in the specifications of the Hongqi E-HS9, the table below details its base variant’s emissions-free powertrain unit: 

Maximum battery capacity (in kWh)	84
Maximum power output (in hp)	214
Maximum torque (in Nm)	300
Maximum range (in km)	380

The Hongqi E-HS9 has a base price of P4.78 million. 

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