The Maxus G10 is the brand's entry to the minivan segment in the Philippines – a market pointed towards Filipino families. The G10 carries the typical minivan styling but with a touch of class and refinement that can be found in minivans nowadays. With dual-sliding doors, LED taillights, and 16-inch alloy wheels, the G10 promises a stylish journey with your family. inside, the Maxus G10 features a 9-seat configuration that comes with four captain seats. Both driver and passenger seats in the front cabin has electronic controls, allowing for easy and convenient adjustments. The seats are clad with a combination of leather and fabric, while a 7-inch infotainment system crowns the dashboard for on-board entertainment. Powering the Maxus G10 is a 1.9-liter VGT turbo diesel engine that produces 148 horsepower and 350 Nm of torque. These output numbers are then sent to the rear wheels via a 6-speed automatic transmission. Safety features include three airbags, reverse camera and sensors, ISOFIX child seat anchors, ABS with EBD, and 3-point seatbelts for all nine occupants. The Maxus G10 is available in these colors: Silver, Gray, White, Gold, and Black.
Launch
The Maxus G10 first made its Philippine market debut in June of 2019. It originally came with just one variant but Maxus Philippines would later add a more PWD focused variant in the form of the G10 Assist. The British inspired minivan comes with a 1.9-liter turbo diesel engine and a 6-speed automatic transmission with seating for nine.
Platform, Chassis and Powertrain
The Maxus G10 comes powered by a 1.9-liter turbo diesel engine that sends its power exclusively rear wheels via a 6-speed automatic transmission. It comes with hydraulic power steering and with MacPherson and 5-link coils at the rear. Stopping power comes from ventilated discs found at all four corners of the vehicle.
Chassis
Class
Minivan
Body Style
5-door van
Platform
Layout
Front-engine, rear-wheel-drive
Platform
Maxus T platform
Powertrain
Engine
1.9-liter four cylinders gasoline engine
Power Output
148 horsepower 350 newton-meters torque
Transmission
6-Speed Automatic Transmission
Driving Performance
Despite its small displacement engine the Maxus G10 has enough get up and go to push you back into your seat when you floor it. If you are used to constantly feathering the throttle expect there to be some turbo lag. It takes time for the turbo to get up to speed and as such you might not get enough power when you need it. Where the transmission shines is on long stretches of road where the same constant throttle input is needed. Entering manual mode does help you maximize the engine's power.
For its size, the Maxus G10 handles well it handles corners comfortably and without much drama. The brakes, however, can feel spongy but rest assured the vehicle has enough stopping power to get you to a stop when needed. The suspension also communicates well with the driver letting you know where the body will go along with the suspension. It also helps that the vehicle rides on commercial-grade tires making it able to handle heavy loads better.
Technology Features
The Maxus G10 comes with a 7-inch touchscreen infotainment system that comes with USB and Bluetooth, a 6-speaker sound system, a 220V power socket, front proximity sensors, rear proximity sensors, and cruise control.
Exterior
On the exterior, the Maxus G10 comes with a van like design with a short angular nose and large headlights at the front. It comes with sliding doors on either side that make entering the exiting the vehicle much easier. Other features of the minivan include projector halogen headlights, front and rear fog lamps, LED taillights, front intermittent wipers for the front and rear, and electrically adjustable mirrors with side turn lamps.
Interior
The Maxus G10 comes with a black and gray interior with brown accents and white contrast stitching on the seats. It also comes with leather seats, power-adjustable driver's seat, power-adjustable front passenger seat, captain seats with recline and side fro the second and third rows, a bench seat for the fourth row, and reading lights for all occupants.
Safety
For safety, the Maxus G10 comes with dual front airbags, ABS with EBD, reverse camera, front and rear parking sensors, ISOFIX Child seats, and 3-point seatbelts for all occupants.
Pros & Cons
What you might like about the Maxus G10 is that it has a comfortable ride feel. For its size, the proximity sensors that it has makes driving the large vehicle easier. Thanks to its high driving position the vehicle gives you great visibility when driving.
What you might not like about the Maxus G10 is that its engine has bouts of Turbo lag. It has a sluggish transmission and it has no vehicle stability system. A much-needed safety system for a minivan of its size.
The Maxus G10 comes with all the right features to make it an ideal family vehicle, here are a couple of reasons why you should put it on your minivan shortlist.
The 2020 Maxus G10 Assist is a diesel-powered van in the Philippines that is being sold under the Ayala Corporation. With a price of P1,790,000 it even offers a PWD assist feature that allows effortless ingress and egress for a bit more over its standard price.
