Verdict
At RM98,888, the JMC Vigus Pro costs RM1,092 less yet brings 139 hp, 340 Nm, an eight-speed automatic, all-wheel drive and a locking rear differential. It is the work-focused choice, but its 5,305 mm length, 1,995 kg kerb weight and RM439 annual road tax demand more from the owner. The RM99,980 Mitsubishi Xpander is the more natural family car: seven seats, 495 litres of boot space, rear air vents and a five-year unlimited-mileage warranty. Its 104 hp and 141 Nm petrol engine are plainly less muscular.
Pick the JMC Vigus Pro if you need a five-seat pickup with 340 Nm, all-wheel drive and a locking rear differential for RM98,888.
Pick the Mitsubishi Xpander if seven seats, a 495-litre boot, rear air vents and a five-year unlimited-mileage warranty matter more than towing-style torque.
Key differences
- Price: JMC Vigus Pro RM98,888; Mitsubishi Xpander RM99,980.
- Power and torque: JMC Vigus Pro 139 hp and 340 Nm; Mitsubishi Xpander 104 hp and 141 Nm.
- Driveline: JMC Vigus Pro all-wheel drive; Mitsubishi Xpander front-wheel drive.
- Seating and luggage: JMC Vigus Pro five seats with no boot-space figure; Mitsubishi Xpander seven seats and 495 litres.
- Size and weight: JMC Vigus Pro 5,305 mm long and 1,995 kg; Mitsubishi Xpander 4,475 mm and 1,240 kg.
- Warranty and road tax: JMC Vigus Pro three years/100,000 km and RM439 yearly; Mitsubishi Xpander five years/unlimited mileage and RM120 yearly.
Vigus Pro
- 340 Nm diesel torque and 139 hp.
- All-wheel drive with a locking rear differential.
- Eight-speed ZF automatic with manual mode and paddle shifts.
- Only five seats versus the Xpander's seven.
- RM439 annual road tax versus RM120.
- Three-year/100,000 km warranty versus five years with unlimited mileage.
Xpander
- Seven seats, split-folding second and third rows, plus a 495-litre boot.
- Rear air vents with blower control.
- Five-year unlimited-mileage warranty and RM120 annual road tax.
- 104 hp and 141 Nm trail the Vigus Pro's 139 hp and 340 Nm.
- Front-wheel drive lacks the Vigus Pro's all-wheel drive and locking rear differential.
- Four-speed automatic versus the Vigus Pro's eight-speed unit.
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM98,888✓ | RM99,980 |
| Body type | Pickup | MPV |
| Segment | Truck/4X4 | B-Segment |
| Assembly | CKD | CKD |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM439 | RM120✓ |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 16-valve DOHC with Variable Geometry Turbocharger and Direct Injection | 16-valve DOHC naturally-aspirated, variable valve timing |
| Capacity | 1,998 cc | 1,499 cc |
| Horsepower | 139 hp✓ | 104 hp |
| Torque | 340 Nm✓ | 141 Nm |
| Fuel | Diesel | Petrol |
| Bore | 86 mm | 75 mm |
| Compression Ratio | 9.7 | 10.5 |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Conventional Automatic | Conventional Automatic |
| Transmission Name | 8-speed Auto Transmission with Manual Mode | 4AT |
| Gears | 8 | 4 |
| Transmission Manufacturer | ZF | Jatco |
| Driveline | All Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 5,305 mm | 4,475 mm |
| Width | 1,905 mm | 1,750 mm |
| Height | 1,835 mm | 1,720 mm |
| Wheelbase | 3,085 mm | 2,775 mm |
| Weight | 1,995 kg | 1,240 kg |
| Fuel Tank | 68 litres | 45 litres |
| Doors | 4 | 5 |
| Seats | 5 | 7 |
| Boot Space | — | 495 litres |
| Front Tyre | 265/70R16 | 205/55R17 |
| Rear Tyre | 265/70R16 | 205/55R17 |
| Spare Tyre | Full-size 16" Steel | Full Size |
| Factory Tyres | Maxxis Bravo All-terrain | Bridgestone Ecopia 150 |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Malaysia (CKD) | Malaysia (CKD) |
| Front Suspension | Double Wishbones | MacPherson strut |
| Rear Suspension | Solid Axle with Leaf Springs | Torsion Beam |
| Front Wheels | 16" 2-tone 12-spoke Alloy | 17" Alloy |
| Rear Wheels | 16" 2-tone 12-spoke Alloy | 17" Alloy |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Hydraulic Power Steering) | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| Chassis Notes | Locking Rear Differential | — |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | Driver and Passenger | 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 | 5 Three-point | 7 Three-point |
| ISOFIX | Available for 2 Outer Rear Seats | Available for two outer middle row passenger seats |
| Lane-keeping Assist | No | — |
| Seatbelt Reminder | For Front Seats | Front Seats Only |
| Safety Notes | Hill Descent Control | — |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | Halogen Projector | LED Projectors |
| Taillamps | Bulb | LED Combination |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | ✓ |
| Front Foglamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Rear Foglamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Manual Adjustable | Manual Adjustable |
| Rear Seats | Fixed Backrest | Second row 60:40 Split Fold, Third row 50:50 Split Fold |
| Front Air-con | Manual Single-zone | Single-zone Manual Climate Control |
| Rear Air-con | — | Rear Vents with Blower Control |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front, 1 Front USB | 1 Front, 2 USB Front, 2 USB Rear |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights | Map Lights |
| Cup Holders | 1 Front | 2 Front, 2 Middle Row, 2 Last Row |
| Audio | 8" Infotainment Touchscreen with 4 Speakers | 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 | Manual Key | Keyless Push Button |
| Locks | Remote Control Activation | Keyless Operation |
| Auto Headlamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Auto Wipers | ✓ | — |
| Cruise Control | Passive Cruise Control | Passive Cruise Control |
| Tiptronic | ✓ | — |
| Paddle Shift | ✓ | — |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | — | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | Manual Operation | Remote Control Activation |
| Parking Sensor Front | 2 Sensors | — |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 2 Sensors | 2 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Yes | Yes |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| Hill Start Assist | ✓ | ✓ |
| Instrument Cluster | Backlit Analogue | Electroluminescent Analogue |
| Parking Brake | Handbrake | Electronic |
| Convenience Notes | Heated Door Mirrors | — |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty Mileage Manufacturer | 100,000 km | Unlimited✓ |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 3 years | 5 years✓ |
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 Vigus Pro & Xpander for sale
Vigus Pro vs Xpander FAQ
Is the JMC Vigus Pro or Mitsubishi Xpander better?
The Xpander is better for carrying up to seven people and luggage, with 495 litres of boot space and rear air vents. Choose the Vigus Pro for pickup duties, as its 340 Nm diesel engine, all-wheel drive and locking rear differential are a different set of tools.
What is the price difference?
The Mitsubishi Xpander costs RM99,980 and the JMC Vigus Pro costs RM98,888, so the Xpander is RM1,092 more expensive.
Which one costs less to tax and has the longer warranty?
The Xpander has lower annual road tax at RM120 against RM439 for the Vigus Pro. It also carries a five-year unlimited-mileage warranty, compared with three years or 100,000 km for the JMC.