2025 Mitsubishi Xpander hits Indonesian roads, here’s what’s new

KUALA LUMPUR: The current generation Mitsubishi Xpander has been on the roads for nearly a decade now, suggesting that the next-generation version could arrive sometime in the next year. Well, ahead of that, the popular 7-seater MPV received a minor update in Indonesia amid growing competition.

2025 Mitsubishi Xpander: What’s new?

New exterior styling

The new Xpander facelift gives a tough and sporty vibe with a combination of chrome and black accents. The key upgrades include - 

• A new front grille design with vertical slats
• New LED fog lights offering better lighting without dazzling other riders
• New sturdy rear bumper design with dynamic lines and reflector, and T-shaped lighting signatures
• Newly designed 17-inch alloy wheels adding a dynamic aesthetic touch

New displays

The tough black interior of the MPV benefits from a 3-spoke steering wheel design, adding to style and ergonomics. The new Xpander also borrows a few tech improvements from the Mitsubishi Xforce SUV, including

• New 8-inch digital driver panel displaying real-time information
• New 10-inch infotainment unit offering navigation, music tuning, and other entertainment features through smartphone connectivity

Better safety

The automaker also worked on the safety aspect of the MPV as it now comes equipped with six airbags as standard. In addition, the upgraded people-hauler gets a new AYC (Active Yaw Control) feature, which controls the difference between driving force and braking on the sides to optimise vehicle stability when manoeuvring fast or on slippery roads.

Also new for the 2025 model year is an upgraded multi-around monitoring system, which displays a 360-degree view around the vehicle and assists while manoeuvring and parking.

Same powertrain 

Under the hood of the new Indonesia-spec Xpander, we can find the same tried and tested 1.5-litre naturally aspirated MIVEC inline-four engine, which generates a maximum power of 105 PS and a peak torque of 141 Nm. Power is sent to the front wheels via a CVT-type AT or a 5-speed MT. 

The new Mitsubishi Xpander is offered in six variants in Indonesia - GLS MT, GLS CVT, Exceed Tourer MT, Exceed Tourer CVT, Ultimate MT, and Ultimate CVT, priced between IDR 270,100,000 (RM 71k) and IDR 337,800,000 (RM 88k).

Closer to home, the MPV comes in two variants - Xpander and Xpander Plus, priced at RM 99,980 and RM 109,980, respectively.

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