1. Mitsubishi Xpander Cross 2020: Official launch in Indonesia
If you’ve been keeping tabs on auto industry news like us, you might’ve seen the leaked photos depicting a silhouette of what appears to be the Mitsubishi Xpander MPV. Turns out, it really is an Xpander, albeit with a sportier design when it was finally revelead in Indonesia.
The front end on the Xpander Cross reminds us very much of its bigger uncle, the Strada.
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2. Mitsubishi Xpander Cross 2020: What’s new?
The first thing you’ll notice right off the bat is the Xpander Cross’ exterior upgrades. Mitsubishi attached a faux skidplate along with a revised bumper. The look on the fascia is seemingly mirrored on the rear end, with a similar-looking diffuser adorning the rear bumper assembly.
Mitsubishi also did away with the chrome grill, instead of giving the Xpander Cross a robust-looking blacked-out one that ties up the front fascia nicely. There is also a set of new LED headlights and foglights.
From this angle, you can see the beefy fender flares and the increased ride height
Towards the sides, the Xpander Cross, like many current SUVs, has black and titanium body cladding along the sides. A set of hefty black fender flares make the Xpander Cross look wider than its standard sibling. Up top, the Xpander Cross also gets roof rails that add more versatility, apart from completing the SUV look.
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While not exactly a skid plate, the added piece makes the rear look great nonetheless
To make it stand out more, Mitsubishi gave the Xpander Cross a set of 17-inch alloys wheels mounted on larger tires.
Beyond the aesthetic changes, the new 2020 Mitsubishi Xpander Cross boasts 225 mm of ground clearance, 20 mm higher than the regular Xpander. This higher stance is expected to make the Xpander Cross more capable of negotiating floods and unpaved roads.
Apart from the exterior changes, the interior gets a redesign too, with the seats now clad in two-tone black and red colored leather (for the Premium trim), with the dashboard getting the same treatment.
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The combination of red and black makes for a sporty-looking interior
An alternate view of the interior
3. Mitsubishi Xpander Cross 2020: The stuff that didn’t change
The Xpander Cross shares the same 1.5L MIVEC engine with the Mitsubishi Xpander. Mitsubishi, however, claims that the vehicle will run quieter and is now more efficient, although it's unclear if this is a result of improved engine tuning or better cabin insulation. Power is still sent to the front wheels via a 5-speed manual or a 4-speed automatic. At the moment, Mitsubishi says it doesn’t come with four-wheel drive.
4. Mitsubishi Xpander Cross 2020: We’re going to get it too
Alongside the current (normal) Xpander, the Xpander Cross 2021for sale will be built in Mitsubishi's Bekasi, Indonesia plant. The company has also confirmed that they will be launching the Xpander Cross will eventually arrive in the Philippines, although no definite timeline has been set.
The Xpander Cross launch event, with a festive tropical theme
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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.
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