The competition within the compact MPV segment in the Philippines is getting more competitive with new model launches as well as upcoming players. The introduction of new MPVs in the market is good for consumers as car buyers have more vehicles to choose from.
Livina or Xpander?
Nissan is among the car brands in the country that sees the potential of the MPV market. Afterall, most Filipinos love to travel in groups, which means that having a value-for-money seven-seater vehicle within its local lineup makes sense. This is why it has brought in the Nissan Livina, a seven-seater MPV based on the pre-facelift or pre-refreshed Mitsubishi Xpander.
Nissan and Mitsubishi are part of a French-Japanese conglomerate that aims to reduce costs in vehicle development. The said union is formally known as the Renault-Nissan-Mitsubishi Alliance.
The Alliance is the reason why the Livina looks almost the same as the Xpander. While it is based on Mitsubishi’s MPV, Nissan still did its best to make the Livina its very own by integrating subtle yet distinctive design tweaks.
2023 Nissan Livina
The Livina’s front comes with a different look as compared to the Xpander due to Nissan’s signature V-Motion grille. The Nissan Livina is fitted with halogen headlights as standard, and it also comes with daytime running lights except for the entry-level E variant. All Nissan Livina in the Philippines also has fog lights with the exemption for the base trim.
Turning to the side, the Livina looks a lot like the Xpander. It has the same silhouette that can instantly remind you of Mitsubishi’s MPV. But, the Livina has a different wheel design as well as a revised set of character lines.
The rear of the Nissan Livina shows similarity with the Mitsubishi Xpander
The rear gives more design reminiscent of the 2018 Mitsubishi Xpander. In fact, you can even mistakenly identify the Livina as the Xpander if the brand’s badge is covered. It has the same taillight housing design but Nissan revised the LED graphic, which doesn’t extend upwards. Instead, it forms a V-shaped graphic that somehow matches the one you see in the Nissan Almera.
2023 Nissan Livina Philkotse Quick Look
If the exterior reminds you of the Xpander, wait until you get inside the Nissan Livina. At first glance, individuals familiar with the Mitsubishi’s MPV wouldn’t miss spotting that the Livina comes with the same interior layout as the pre-refreshed Xpander.
The dashboard comes with the same design layout as the one you can see on the 2018 Mitsubishi Xpander. Everything is taken from the Mitsubishi MPV aside from the dark wood accents, and the touchscreen interface that looks dated compared to the Livina’s current rivals.
Design cues from the pre-facelift Xpander are seen in the Livina's dashboard layout
The Nissan Livina’s touchscreen doesn’t come with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto. In comparison, the current Mitsubishi Xpander does come with the said smartphone connectivity feature as standard.
The 2023 Nissan Livina is equipped with the same 1.5-liter gasoline engine fitted on the Mitsubishi Xpander that puts out 104 hp and 141 Nm of torque. Transmission options also do come with either a five-speed manual or a four-speed automatic.
In terms of pricing, the Nissan Livina is priced closely to the current Mitsubishi Xpander offered in the Philippines. However, the top-spec Livina VL AT retails at a higher price tag compared to the top-of-the-line Xpander GLS AT.
2023 Mitsubishi Xpander
On the other hand, the Livina comes with a lower starting price of Php 1,029,000 compared to the Mitsubishi MPV that’s priced at Php 1,050,000.
Nissan Livina Variants & Prices:
Livina E MT - Php 1,029,000
Livina EL AT - Php 1,109,000
Livina VE AT - Php 1,149,000
Livina VL AT - Php 1,209,000
Mitsubishi Xpander Variants & Prices:
Xpander GLX MT - Php 1,050,000
Xpander GLX AT - Php 1,110,000
Xpander GLS AT - Php 1,180,000
That said, which MPV do you prefer? Will you choose the Nissan Livina or the Mitsubishi Xpander? Or are you leaning more towards other MPVs offered in the Philippines? Or, on the other hand, are you waiting for another MPV that’s about to arrive in the local market that goes by the name of Stargazer? Cast your vote now in Philkotse’s Poll of the Week.
Know more about Nissan Livina 2024
The all-new Nissan Livina 2024 is a front-wheel-drive, seven-seater MPV. In the local market, it has a total of four different variants with a price ranging from Php 1,069,000 to Php 1,314,000.
Under the hood of this Nissan MPV is a 1.5-liter inline-4 gasoline engine. It has the same engine that is currently used in the Mitsubishi Xpander, and it also has an output of 103 horsepower and 141 Nm of torque. Depending on the trim, it either gets a five-speed manual or a four-speed automatic gearbox.
When it comes to dimensions, The Livina is 4,510mm long, 1,750mm wide, and 1,700 to 1,665mm in height. Its wheelbase then spans 2,775mm.
Competing against the Nissan Livina in the local market are the Mitsubishi Xpander and Xpander Cross, Suzuki Ertiga and XL7, Toyota Rush, Toyota Avanza, among others.
Nissan Livina Launch
The 2024 Nissan Livina was launched in the Philippine market in September 2022. Its initial global launch in Indonesia however, took place way back in 2019. Of note, the Livina is a second-gen model and it shares a platform with the Mitsubishi Xpander. The first-gen Livina in turn, uses a different Nissan B Platform.
Nissan Livina Exterior
The exterior of the Nissan Livina is similar-looking to its Xpander brother. Its front fascia does carry its own style.
For equipment, it comes with a pair of halogen headlamps. It also has LED daytime running lamps and LED combination rear headlamps. Higher-spec models also come standard with power-folding and power-adjustable side mirrors.
Completing the look of the Livina is a 16-inch set of alloy wheels or a 15-inch set of alloys or steelies depending on the trim.
Nissan Livina Interior
Just like the majority of MPV models in the Philippines, the 2024 Livina can seat a total of seven occupants. It also provides its driver with a push-to-start button, a six-way manual adjustable seat, a color LCD display gauge cluster, and a leather-wrapped tilt and telescopic adjustable steering wheel.
Everyone inside is then kept comfortable with a dial-type manual air-conditioning system. Its second row also comes with a 60:40 split, fold, and tumbling seats. Its third-row turn comes with a 50:50 split-folding rear seat.
Depending on the trim, the Livina’s seats are then wrapped in leather, brow fabric, or beige fabric.
Technology & Safety Features
Handling the entertainment needs of the Philippines Livina’s occupants is a seven-inch touchscreen. Connectivity options for this headunit include Phonelink/Bluetooth, USB, or auxiliary jack. One variant also gets a 2-DIN headunit which has the same connectivity options as the touchscreen except for the Phonelink function.
The higher-spec variants then come with a 6-piece speaker set. Other variants get a total of 4 speakers or 2 speakers.
For safety, Livina’s higher-spec models have hill-start assist, anti-lock braking, vehicle dynamic control, and traction control. Also present in this model are parking sensors, ISOFIX child seat anchors, and dual-front airbags, among others.
Nissan Livina Chassis
The 2024 Nissan Livina shares a platform with the Mitsubishi Xpander. Like the latter, it is also a compact, unibody MPV.
For suspensions, its front end uses a MacPherson strut while its rear is a torsion beam-type rear end. Braking is then handled by a front-ventilated disc brake and a rear drum brake.
Nissan Livina Engine
Under the hood of the all-new Nissan Livina Philippines is a 1.5-liter inline-4 gasoline engine capable of making up to 103 horsepower and 141 Nm of torque. Sending power to this MPV’s front wheels is a five-speed manual gearbox or a four-speed automatic gearbox.
The Nissan Livina is designed to be on-par with the popular 7-seater compact MPV models in the Philippine market. In this regard, it is comparable to its rivals in terms of engine power, and interior size. Its top-spec variant, however, lacks Apple CarPlay and Android Auto. It also doesn’t have cruise control. Some other top-spec variants from other models have these features.
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Nissan Livina FAQs
1. How many variants do the Nissan Livina 2024 have?
The Nissan Livina 2024 is offered 4 variants: E, EL, VE, and top-of-the-line VL.
2. How much does the Nissan Livina 2024 cost?
The Nissan Livina 2024 is priced from Php 1,069,000 to Php 1,314,000 depending on what the variant is.
3. What are the dimensions of the Nissan Livina 2024?
The dimensions of the Nissan Livina 2024 are basically 1,750 mm in width, 4,510 mm in length, 1,695 mm in height(E, EL), and 1,700 mm in height (VE, VL).
4. How big is the fuel tank capacity of the Nissan Livina 2024?
The fuel tank capacity of the Nissan Livina 2024 is about 45L.
5. Will the Nissan Livina 2024 have steering wheel controls?
Yes, but only 2 variants VE and VL have it.
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