Mitsubishi Xpander 2019: A contender of the compact MPV of 2019
- Seven passengers can fit inside with room to spare.
- Like its larger siblings, the Mitsubishi Xpander has a perfect combination of aggressiveness and elegance.
- It’s an affordable vehicle for what it can do.
- Despite being an MPV, the Xpander has a few SUV characteristics; high ground clearance, robust
Mitsubishi Xpander 2019: The dynamic shield strikes again!
As we’ve said before regarding the Mitsubishi Xpander 2019, the Dynamic Shield provides the Xpander a lot of personalities. So yeah, it definitely goes without saying that Mitsubishi has hit a home run in the eyes of Filipino in terms of car design.
The angular shapes make it appear really modern and aggressive, whilst the trim pieces found on the grille and other parts of the vehicle still maintains an elegant look that isn’t off-putting at all.
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The Xpander is a balance of hyper-modern design and aggression. Just look at those squinty DRLs
This extends to how it looks from the sides and the rear. The proportions are just right and the rear has just the right amount of flair to balance out the look.
Looks great in red too don't you think?
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Mitsubishi Xpander 2019: Oodles of space inside
While it’s indeed a looker-on the inside, we highly appreciate the Xpander’s interior space. The second-row seats and even the third-row seats have excellent legroom. Note that currently, the Xpander car is the longest and the widest when compared to other currently available compact MPVs.
As we've said before, the Xpander's dashboard is well arranged. The handbrake's a bit too far away though
In terms of interior arrangement, the Mitsubishi Xpander’s dashboard, center console, and steering wheel are well put together and complement each other’s designs. In totality, the front cabin is far from being an eyesore.
The only weakness the Xpander’s interior has, however, is how the handbrake lever is positioned on far from the driver favoring the right. The Xpander, after all, is designed and built-in Indonesia.
It's got room enough for seven people. And if you fold down the third row, it folds down flat thus optimizing cargo space
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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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