Mitsubishi Xpander, officially slid in Gaikindo Indonesia International Auto Show (GIIAS) 2017. As a newcomer, with the status of challenger ruler of the family car market down, Toyota Avanza, this model has enough Weapons mainstay.
Explained Tsunehiro Kunimoto, Corporate Vice President, Design Division MMC, design and features Xpander was born from many long discussions with consumers in the country.
"Actually, Xpander is designed with our customers, I'm just realizing their thoughts, needs, and desires to be a vehicle," Kunimoto said at the Mitsubishi GIIAS 2017 booth, Thursday (08/10/2017).
For the exterior look, Xpander combines stylish MPV and relief with a powerful and dynamic SUV display. "The distinctive front design of the dynamic shield concept continues the line from Outlander PHEV, Pajero Sport, and Eclipse Cross, while protecting pedestrians," Kunimoto added.
Mitsubishi Xpander has a wide and fluffy fender that gives the impression of resilience, the position of the LED light is above the level of the hood, the headlights are low at the bumper level to maximize visual on difficult road conditions, and rear LED combination lights are shaped toward the trunk door.
For the interior is claimed larger than competitors. Comfortable cabin space, easy access to the third row, the middle back of the second row seats can be folded into a palm rest, and there are plenty of compartments for storing luggage. At least, Xpander has 16 compartments on the door trim for a drink, and a center console that is between the front seats.
For performance, Mitsubishi Xpander armed DOHC MIVEC engine 16 valve 1499 cc with 10.5: 1 compression ratio. With these units, the car is capable of generating power up to 103.2 Tk at 6000 rpm, and a maximum torque of 141 Nm at 4,000 rpm.
