Verdict
At RM109,800, the BYD M6 costs RM9,820 more than the RM99,980 Mitsubishi Xpander. The extra money brings electric running, a 161 hp/310 Nm motor, 420 km quoted range and a 55.4 kWh battery, plus a larger 580-litre boot. It is also 220 mm longer and carries front side plus front and rear curtain airbags. The Xpander remains the cheaper seven-seat route, with a 1.5-litre 104 hp petrol engine, 45-litre tank and a full-size spare tyre. Choose around your charging access and budget.
Pick the BYD M6 if you can charge an EV and want 420 km range, 580 litres of boot space and substantially stronger 161 hp/310 Nm output.
Pick the Mitsubishi Xpander if RM9,820 saved, a 45-litre petrol tank and a full-size spare tyre matter more than EV range and extra equipment.
Key differences
- Price: BYD M6 RM109,800; Mitsubishi Xpander RM99,980.
- Power and torque: BYD M6 161 hp and 310 Nm; Mitsubishi Xpander 104 hp and 141 Nm.
- Energy storage: BYD M6 55.4 kWh battery and 420 km range; Mitsubishi Xpander 45-litre petrol tank.
- Boot space: BYD M6 580 litres; Mitsubishi Xpander 495 litres.
- Safety airbags: BYD M6 has driver, passenger, front side and front/rear curtain airbags; Mitsubishi Xpander has driver and passenger airbags.
- Spare tyre: BYD M6 tyre repair kit; Mitsubishi Xpander full-size spare tyre.
M6
- 161 hp and 310 Nm electric motor.
- 420 km range, 89 kW DC charging and 3.3 kW V2L.
- 580-litre boot, 360-degree camera and six-speaker 12.8-inch touchscreen.
- Costs RM9,820 more.
- 2,374 kg versus the Xpander's 1,240 kg.
- Tyre repair kit instead of a full-size spare tyre.
Xpander
- RM99,980 entry price.
- 45-litre petrol tank and full-size spare tyre.
- Rear air-con blower control and Android Auto.
- 104 hp and 141 Nm versus the M6's 161 hp and 310 Nm.
- 495-litre boot is 85 litres smaller.
- Only driver and passenger airbags, versus the M6's side and curtain airbags.
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM109,800 | RM99,980✓ |
| Body type | MPV | MPV |
| Segment | C-Segment | B-Segment |
| Assembly | CBU | CKD |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM120 | RM120 |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 400V architecture | 16-valve DOHC naturally-aspirated, variable valve timing |
| Capacity | — | 1,499 cc |
| Horsepower | — | 104 hp |
| Torque | — | 141 Nm |
| Fuel | Electric | Petrol |
| Bore | — | 75 mm |
| Compression Ratio | — | 10.5 |
| Number of Motors | 1 | — |
| Motor Horsepower | 161 hp | — |
| Motor Torque | 310 Nm | — |
| Battery Capacity | 55.4 kWh | — |
| EV Range | 420 km | — |
| Charging Rate (AC) | 7 kW | — |
| Charging Rate (DC) | 89 kW | — |
| V2L | 3.3 kW | — |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Single Ratio Automatic | Conventional Automatic |
| Transmission Name | — | 4AT |
| Gears | — | 4 |
| Transmission Manufacturer | — | Jatco |
| Driveline | Front Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | 10.1 seconds | — |
| Top Speed | 180 km/h | — |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,695 mm | 4,475 mm |
| Width | 1,810 mm | 1,750 mm |
| Height | 1,670 mm | 1,720 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,800 mm | 2,775 mm |
| Weight | 2,374 kg | 1,240 kg |
| Fuel Tank | — | 45 litres |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 7 | 7 |
| Boot Space | 580 litres✓ | 495 litres |
| Front Tyre | 225/55R17 | 205/55R17 |
| Rear Tyre | 225/55R17 | 205/55R17 |
| Spare Tyre | N/A, Tyre Repair Kit | Full Size |
| Factory Tyres | GitiControl P10 | Bridgestone Ecopia 150 |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | China (CBU) | Malaysia (CKD) |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson Strut | MacPherson strut |
| Rear Suspension | Multi-link | Torsion Beam |
| Front Wheels | 17" Alloy | 17" Alloy |
| Rear Wheels | 17" Alloy | 17" Alloy |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | Driver and Front Passenger, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain | Driver and Passenger |
| ABS/EBD | ✓ | ✓ |
| Stability Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Alarm | — | ✓ |
| Immobilizer | ✓ | ✓ |
| Airbag Disable Function | ✓ | ✓ |
| Child Safety Lock | Manual for Rear Doors | Manual for rear doors |
| Seat Belts | 7 Three-point | 7 Three-point |
| ISOFIX | Available on Two Outer Rear Seats | Available for two outer middle row passenger seats |
| Lane-keeping Assist | No | — |
| Seatbelt Reminder | All Seats | Front Seats Only |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | LED Projector | LED Projectors |
| Taillamps | Full LED | LED Combination |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | ✓ |
| Front Foglamps | — | ✓ |
| Rear Foglamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Manual Adjustable | Manual Adjustable |
| Rear Seats | 60:40 Split-folding Second Row, 50:50 Split-folding Third Row | Second row 60:40 Split Fold, Third row 50:50 Split Fold |
| Front Air-con | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control | Single-zone Manual Climate Control |
| Rear Air-con | Rear Vents | Rear Vents with Blower Control |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front, 2 USB Front, 2 USB Rear | 1 Front, 2 USB Front, 2 USB Rear |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights | Map Lights |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front, 2 Rear | 2 Front, 2 Middle Row, 2 Last Row |
| Audio | 12.8” Rotating Touchscreen with Apple CarPlay, 6 Speakers, Bluetooth, Navigation | 9" Touchscreen with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto |
| Convenience | ||
| Power Windows | Four Windows, Auto Up and Down with Anti-Pinch | Four Windows, Driver's Side Auto Up and Down |
| Engine Start | Keyless Push Button | Keyless Push Button |
| Locks | Keyless Operation | Keyless Operation |
| Auto Headlamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cruise Control | Passive Cruise Control | Passive Cruise Control |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | Remote Control Activation | Remote Control Activation |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 4 Sensors | 2 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Yes, with 360-degree Camera | Yes |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| Navigation | ✓ | — |
| Hill Start Assist | ✓ | ✓ |
| Instrument Cluster | Full LCD Monitor | Electroluminescent Analogue |
| Parking Brake | Electronic | Electronic |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty Mileage Manufacturer | 150,000 km | Unlimited✓ |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 6 years✓ | 5 years |
| Warranty Notes | 8-year/160,000-km Battery Warranty, 8-year/150,000-km Electric Drive Unit Warranty | — |
Specs shown for the selected variant of each car. ✓ marks the better figure where lower/higher is objectively better. Road tax: West Malaysia, private registration.
Used M6 & Xpander for sale
M6 vs Xpander FAQ
Is the BYD M6 or Mitsubishi Xpander better?
The BYD M6 is the better-equipped choice for buyers with charging access: it has 420 km EV range, 580 litres of boot space and 161 hp. The Mitsubishi Xpander is better if the lower RM99,980 price, petrol tank and full-size spare are priorities.
What is the price difference?
The BYD M6 is RM109,800 and the Mitsubishi Xpander is RM99,980, so the M6 costs RM9,820 more.
Which one has more boot space?
The BYD M6 has the larger boot at 580 litres, compared with 495 litres in the Mitsubishi Xpander. That is an 85-litre advantage for the M6.