It may or may not be offered. The most common reason by manufacturers is the poor diesel quality (Euro2) of the Philippines relative to bigger markets like Europe (Euro4/5). AFAIK, only Unioil sells Euro4 diesel in the Philippines. Only Hyundai/Kia have released a diesel crossover /small SUV, Tuscon and Sportage respectively, in the Philippines, which I surmise was de-tuned(?) or rigorously tested locally prior to release.

Other manufacturers may not find the market large enough to justify releasing a diesel locally -- But this is just my personal speculation.

Quote Originally Posted by jcf View Post
Do you know when they will offer it here?

How come most of these compact crossovers don't carry diesel variant?