With the collection of safeguard duties on imported vehicles officially brought to a halt, carmakers are preparing to issue refunds to customers. Mitsubishi Motors Philippines Corporation (MMPC) and Isuzu Philippines Corporation (IPC) are just two of those announcing that reimbursements are forthcoming.
MMPC is stopping the collection of safeguard duties for its imported models including the Strada
On its Facebook page, MMPC declared that additional safeguard duties for brand-new units of its imported models are no longer required, effective immediately. Deposits that were previously collected will be returned to the customers concerned, with their respective dealerships reaching out to them on when and how the refund will be processed.
The order covers units of the Xpander MPV, Montero Sport midsize SUV, and the Strada compact pickup that were purchased from February 1, 2021.
Meanwhile, IPC also took to social media to proclaim that it will be stopping the imposition of safeguard duties on its imported models. This applies specifically to units of the mu-X midsize SUV and the D-Max compact pickup purchased from March 1, 2021.
Customers who bought the two Isuzu models were issued a separate receipt on top of the unit’s sticker price, indicating that the safeguard duties paid would be held in trust by the dealer until the government had finalized whether to retain or remove the provision eventually. Affected owners can now expect a call from their dealerships on procedures and schedules for their claims.
Isuzu customers need to present the original acknowledgement receipt and one government-issued ID
The safeguard tariffs were imposed during the first quarter of 2021 by the Department of Trade and Industry (DTI) in response to a complaint filed by the Philippine Metalworkers Alliance (PMA) alleging that complete built up (CBU) vehicles were adversely affecting local car production.
A fee of Php 70,000 was added to the sticker price for imported passenger cars, while Php 110,000 was tacked on to the price of light commercial vehicles. Both tariffs were exclusive of value added tax (VAT). The measure was intended to be in place for 200 days while the Tariff Commission (TC) conducted its investigation into the PMA’s complaint.
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Know more about Mitsubishi Xpander 2024
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.
₱ 1,068,000 - ₱ 1,198,000
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