Verdict
The RM9,980 gap separates two very different jobs. The RM109,980 Xforce is a five-seat B-segment SUV with a 410-litre boot, 104 hp/141 Nm 1.5-litre petrol engine and a much fuller passenger-car kit list, including four airbags, 360-degree camera and dual-zone climate control. At RM100,000, the two-seat Porta EV is a 5,010-mm commercial vehicle: its 100 hp motor makes 180 Nm, its 41.9-kWh battery is rated for 300 km, and annual road tax is RM50 rather than RM120. Buy for people and everyday versatility, or for electric commercial use; they are close only on price.
Pick the Mitsubishi Xforce if you need five seats, a 410-litre boot and substantially more listed safety and convenience equipment.
Pick the Wuling Porta EV if a two-seat commercial layout suits your work and you want 300 km of electric range with 180 Nm of motor torque.
Key differences
- Price: Mitsubishi Xforce RM109,980; Wuling Porta EV RM100,000.
- Powertrain: Xforce 1.5-litre petrol, 104 hp and 141 Nm; Porta EV single motor, 100 hp and 180 Nm.
- Seating: Xforce five seats; Porta EV two seats.
- Length and wheelbase: Xforce 4,390 mm and 2,650 mm; Porta EV 5,010 mm and 3,050 mm.
- Road tax: Xforce RM120 per year; Porta EV RM50 per year.
- Wheels: Xforce 18-inch alloys with 225/50R18 tyres; Porta EV 15-inch steel wheels with 195/70R15 tyres.
Xforce
- Five seats and 410-litre boot
- Four airbags and blind-spot monitoring
- 360-degree camera and dual-zone climate control
- Costs RM9,980 more
- 141 Nm trails the Porta EV's 180 Nm
- RM120 annual road tax versus RM50
Porta EV
- 180 Nm electric motor torque
- 41.9-kWh battery with 300 km range
- Lower RM50 annual road tax
- Two seats versus the Xforce's five
- Driver and passenger airbags only, against four airbags
- 15-inch steel wheels versus 18-inch alloys
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM109,980 | RM100,000✓ |
| Body type | SUV | Commercial |
| Segment | B-Segment | Commercial |
| Assembly | CKD | — |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM120 | RM50✓ |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 16-valve DOHC naturally-aspirated, variable valve timing | 400V architecture |
| Capacity | 1,499 cc | — |
| Horsepower | 104 hp | — |
| Torque | 141 Nm | — |
| Fuel | Petrol | Electric |
| Bore | 75 mm | — |
| Compression Ratio | 10.5 | — |
| Number of Motors | — | 1 |
| Motor Horsepower | — | 100 hp |
| Motor Torque | — | 180 Nm |
| Battery Capacity | — | 41.9 kWh |
| EV Range | — | 300 km |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | CVT Automatic | Single Ratio Automatic |
| Transmission Name | — | Single-speed Automatic |
| Driveline | Front Wheel Drive | Rear Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| Top Speed | — | 115 km/h |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,390 mm | 5,010 mm |
| Width | 1,810 mm | 1,800 mm |
| Height | 1,660 mm | 1,975 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,650 mm | 3,050 mm |
| Weight | 1,250 kg | 1,565 kg |
| Fuel Tank | 42 litres | — |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 5 | 2 |
| Boot Space | 410 litres | — |
| Front Tyre | 225/50R18 | 195/70R15 |
| Rear Tyre | 225/50R18 | 195/70R15 |
| Spare Tyre | Space Saver | — |
| Factory Tyres | Toyo Proxes CR1 | — |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Malaysia (CKD) | — |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson Struts | — |
| Rear Suspension | Torsion Beam | — |
| Front Wheels | 18" Alloy | 15" Steel with Wheel Cap |
| Rear Wheels | 18" Alloy | 15" Steel with Wheel Cap |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Assist) | — |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | Driver and Passenger, Front Side | Driver and Passenger |
| ABS/EBD | ✓ | ✓ |
| Stability Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Alarm | ✓ | — |
| Immobilizer | ✓ | — |
| Airbag Disable Function | ✓ | — |
| Child Safety Lock | Manual for rear doors | — |
| Seat Belts | 5 Three-point | — |
| Blind Spot Info System | ✓ | — |
| ISOFIX | Available for two outer rear passenger seats | — |
| Lane-keeping Assist | No | — |
| Seatbelt Reminder | All Seats | — |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | LED Projector with Auto High Beam | LED |
| Taillamps | Full LED | — |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | — |
| Front Foglamps | ✓ | — |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | — |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Manual Adjustable | — |
| Rear Seats | 40:20:40 Split-folding | — |
| Front Air-con | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control | Electronic Air Conditioning |
| Rear Air-con | Rear vents | — |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front, 2 USB Front, 2 USB Rear | — |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights & Ambient Lighting | — |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front, 2 Rear | — |
| Audio | 8" Touchscreen with Wired Apple CarPlay & Android Auto, 6-speaker Sound System | 8" Head Unit with Bluetooth and USB, 3.5" TFT Cluster |
| Convenience | ||
| Power Windows | Four Windows, Driver's Side Auto Up and Down with Anti Pinch | Dual Power Windows, Driver Auto with Anti-pinch |
| Engine Start | Keyless Push Button Start | — |
| Locks | Keyless Operation | — |
| Auto Headlamps | ✓ | — |
| Auto Wipers | ✓ | — |
| Cruise Control | Passive Cruise Control | — |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | — |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | — |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | — |
| Boot Operation | Remote Control Activated | — |
| Parking Sensor Front | 4 Sensors | — |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 4 Sensors | — |
| Reverse Camera | Yes, 360-degree view | Yes |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | ✓ | — |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | — |
| Hill Start Assist | ✓ | ✓ |
| Instrument Cluster | Full LCD Monitor | — |
| Parking Brake | Electronic | — |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty Mileage Manufacturer | Unlimited✓ | 120,000 km |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 5 years | 5 years |
| Warranty Notes | — | EV battery cell 6-yr/300,000 km; drive motor, EV battery and BMS 5-yr/200,000 km |
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.
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Xforce vs Porta EV FAQ
Is the Mitsubishi Xforce or Wuling Porta EV better?
The Xforce is the better choice for carrying people, with five seats, a 410-litre boot, four airbags and more cabin equipment. The Porta EV makes more sense only where its two-seat commercial format and 300-km electric range fit the job.
What is the price difference?
The Mitsubishi Xforce costs RM9,980 more than the Wuling Porta EV. That extra spend brings three more seats, a 410-litre boot, 18-inch alloy wheels, additional airbags and equipment such as a 360-degree camera.
How far can the Wuling Porta EV travel on electricity?
The Wuling Porta EV has a 41.9-kWh battery and a rated EV range of 300 km. No charging time or charging-power figure is specified, so those should be confirmed before purchase.