Mitsubishi Xpander Xpo 2018 to be held in Passay early next month

Updated Oct 06, 2020 | Same topic: Highlights of the Week

What to wait for? Take note on your calendar to not miss such a special event.

Good news for car enthusiasts in the Philippines, especially those who have always desired to touch the all-new Mitsubishi Expander 2018 in metal!

According to the latest car news, Mitsubishi Motors Philippines Corporation (MMPC) has lately made an announcement that the company will organize a special 3-day event to bring its customers chances to admire this intensely hot crossover.

The event will take place at the World Trade Center, Pasay City and last from March 2nd to March 4th. Event-goers will be offered great opportunities to check out and even get behind the wheel of the Xpander Xpo 2018.  

Mitsubishi Xpander Xpo 2018 event poster

The event will take place at the World Trade Center, Pasay City and last from March 2nd to March 4th

The event will also provide a special test course to help participants fully understand as why the Mitsubishi Expander is considered a great hit to Indonesian auto market.

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Additionally, a toe-to-toe test drive will also be held to showcase the all-new Expander’s powerful performance. Apart from the Expander, other cars to be tested at the special event include the Strada, Mirage, Montero Sport and the Pajero.

You are so excited to take part in the event but have to watch out your children? Don’t worry, bring them along with you to the event and they will be even more eager than you because there will be a special area for kids during the event where they can participate in unique attractions and fun activities. Teenagers can join in a free drift box game and even meet Patrick Star or Spongebob Squarepants.

Live bands like Parokya ni Edgar and Sponge Cola are also invited to the event to make the atmosphere more exciting. Noticeably, Miss Megan Young - Brand Ambassador of Montero Sport will be the host for some games during the event.

Mitsubishi Xpander Xpo 2018's opening hours for the public will be from 10:00 am to 9:00 pm, while the test drive and toe-to-toe competition will happen between 10:00 am and 6:00 pm only.

Here is a brief of some main activities that will happen throughout 3 days of the special Xpander Xpo event:

Mitsubishi Xpander Xpo 2018 event
 Date Time  Activities 
March 2nd  6:00 pm Parokya ni Edgar Live Band
March 3rd to 4th 2:00 pm onwards  Car Club
March 3rd to 4th 3:00 pm - 4:00 pm Greet and Meet Patrick Start, Spongebob Squarepants of Nickelodeon 
March 4th 5:00 pm Sponge Cola Live Band
March 4th   Meet & Greet  Miss  Megan Young - Brand Ambassador  of Montero  Sport

Mitsubishi Expander 2018 angular rear

Opening hours for the public to experience the all-new Mitsubishi Xpander Xpo 2018 will be from 10:00 am to 9:00 pm

If you are into this hot 7-seat crossover from Mitsubishi, please check out its official price list of the PH-spec Mitsubishi Xpander shown below:

Mitsubishi Expander 2018 Price in the Philippines
 Model Price
2018 Mitsubishi Xpander GLX M/T P900,000
2018 Mitsubishi Xpander GLX Premium A/T P990,000
2018 Mitsubishi Xpander GLS A/T P1,050,000
2018 Mitsubishi Xpander GLS Sport A/T P1,100,000

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Know more about Mitsubishi Xpander 2024

Mitsubishi Xpander

The 2024 Mitsubishi Xpander is a seven-seater MPV for the Philippine market. As of the 2024 model year, there are three available variants for this model. There’s the Xpander GLX 1.5 MT, the Xpander GLX 1.5 AT, and the Xpander GLS 1.5 AT. These range in price from Php 1,068,000 to Php 1,266,000. 

Size-wise, the Xpander has a length of 4,595mm, a width of 1,750mm, and a height of 1,750mm. It also has a wheelbase that spans 2,775mm, and a ground clearance of 225mm.  

Under the hood, this Mitsubishi MPV uses a 1.5-liter inline-4 gasoline engine that’s capable of producing up to 103 horsepower and 141 Nm of torque. It then uses a front-wheel-drive layout. Depending on the trim, it either gets a four-speed automatic gearbox, or a five-speed manual transmission. 

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Mitsubishi Xpander Launch

The updated 2024 Mitsubishi Xpander was introduced to the Philippine market in May 2022. It comes with some slight exterior, interior, and mechanical changes. Available variants for this model include the Xpander GLX 1.5 MT, Xpander GLX 1.5 AT, and the Xpander GLX 1.5 AT. 

Mitsubishi Xpander Exterior

On the outside, the Xpander for the 2024 model year gets an updated front grille and bumper design. It now incorporates a mesh, as well as a black-colored slatted grille. It also gets a pair of T-shaped daytime running lamps on the front and a pair of new T-shaped on the rear. It then rides on a set of 17-inch two-tone alloy wheels. 

Mitsubishi Xpander Interior

Inside, the updated Xpander now comes with a redesigned dashboard which also hosts a sleeker control cluster for its air-conditioning unit. It also gets a center armrest. Likewise, its steering wheel also received a redesign. 

Being a facelift, it does retain the same generous interior space, as well as its ability to fit up to seven passengers. The driver is also provided with a tilt and telescopic steering column, a push-to-start button, and cruise control, among other features. 

Technology & Safety Features

On the dashboard of the 2024 Xpander is a seven-inch headunit. This infotainment system, which is now standard across all trims, now has Apple CarPlay and Android Auto. It is then linked to a six-piece speaker system.  

Safety-wise, it comes with dual front airbags, anti-lock braking with electronic brake-force distribution, stability control, traction control, hill-start assist, ISOFIX child seat anchors, etc. 

Mitsubishi Xpander Platform & Chassis

The Mitsubishi Xpander is a five-door compact MPV that uses a front-engine, front-wheel-drive layout. It then gets a MacPherson strut for the front and a torsion beam suspension for the rear. Braking is then handled by front disc brakes, a rear drum brake, and a manual hand-operated parking brake. 

Mitsubishi Xpander Engine & Drivetrain

Standard on all Xpander trims is a 1.5-liter inline-4 gasoline engine that can produce up to 103 horsepower and 141 Nm of torque. The GLX may come with a five-speed manual gearbox or a four-speed automatic gearbox. The top-spec GLS meanwhile exclusively uses a four-speed automatic transmission.  

In the Philippine market, the Mitsubishi Xpander has three different color options. These are Graphite Gray, Sterling Silver Metallic, and Jet Black Mica. 

Mitsubishi Xpander 2024 Price List

 Variants Price
Mitsubishi Xpander 1.5 GLX MT ₱1,068,000
Mitsubishi Xpander 1.5 GLX AT ₱1,128,000
Mitsubishi Xpander 1.5 GLS AT ₱1,216,000

Mitsubishi Xpander FAQs

1. How many variants does the Mitsubishi Xpander 2024 in the Philippines have?

In the Philippines, the Mitsubishi Xpander 2024 is available in 3 variants GLX MT, GLX AT, and GLS AT.

2. How to start the Mitsubishi Xpander?

The Mitsubishi Xpander GLS gets a push-to-start button, while the GLX trims come with a turn-key ignition system.

3. Is the Mitsubishi Xpander an SUV?

Technically speaking, the Mitsubishi Xpander is a unibody MPV.

4. How much do all 3 variants of the Mitsubishi Xpander 2024 cost?

The GLX MT, GLX AT, and GLS AT are priced respectively at P1,068,000; P1,128,000; and P 1,216,000.

 

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