Verdict
The RM4,980 separating these two buys very different priorities. The Mitsubishi Xpander is the family-hauler choice, with seven seats, a 2,775 mm wheelbase and a full-size spare tyre, although its 104 hp and 141 Nm 1.5 litre petrol engine trails the Seres 3’s 161 hp and 300 Nm motor. The Seres is a five-seat electric SUV with a 53.6 kWh battery, 340 km range and a larger 525-litre boot. It also gets six airbags to the Xpander’s two, but cannot carry the same two extra passengers.
Pick the Mitsubishi Xpander if you need seven seats, a longer 2,775 mm wheelbase and a full-size spare tyre.
Pick the Seres 3 if you want electric drive, 161 hp and 300 Nm, plus six airbags and a 525-litre boot.
Key differences
- Price: Mitsubishi Xpander RM99,980; Seres 3 RM95,000.
- Seating: Mitsubishi Xpander seven seats; Seres 3 five seats.
- Output: Mitsubishi Xpander 104 hp and 141 Nm; Seres 3 161 hp and 300 Nm.
- Boot space: Mitsubishi Xpander 495 litres; Seres 3 525 litres.
- Safety airbags: Mitsubishi Xpander two; Seres 3 six.
- Wheelbase: Mitsubishi Xpander 2,775 mm; Seres 3 2,655 mm.
Xpander
- Seven-seat cabin with 7 three-point seat belts.
- Longer 2,775 mm wheelbase.
- Full-size spare tyre.
- Only two airbags versus the Seres 3's six.
- 104 hp and 141 Nm trail the Seres 3's 161 hp and 300 Nm motor.
- 495-litre boot is 30 litres smaller.
3
- 161 hp motor with 300 Nm of torque.
- 53.6 kWh battery with 340 km range.
- Six airbags and a 525-litre boot.
- Five seats versus the Xpander's seven.
- 160,000 km warranty limit versus the Xpander's unlimited mileage warranty.
- Space-saver spare tyre versus a full-size spare.
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM99,980 | RM95,000✓ |
| Body type | MPV | SUV |
| Segment | B-Segment | B-Segment |
| Assembly | CKD | CBU |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM120 | RM120 |
| 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 | — | 161 hp |
| Motor Torque | — | 300 Nm |
| Battery Capacity | — | 53.6 kWh |
| EV Range | — | 340 km |
| Charging Rate (AC) | — | 11 kW |
| Charging Rate (DC) | — | 60 kW |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Conventional Automatic | Single Ratio Automatic |
| Transmission Name | 4AT | — |
| Gears | 4 | — |
| Transmission Manufacturer | Jatco | — |
| Driveline | Front Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,475 mm | 4,385 mm |
| Width | 1,750 mm | 1,850 mm |
| Height | 1,720 mm | 1,650 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,775 mm | 2,655 mm |
| Weight | 1,240 kg | 1,650 kg |
| Fuel Tank | 45 litres | — |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 7 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 495 litres | 525 litres✓ |
| Front Tyre | 205/55R17 | 225/55R18 |
| Rear Tyre | 205/55R17 | 225/55R18 |
| Spare Tyre | Full Size | Space Saver |
| Factory Tyres | Bridgestone Ecopia 150 | Chao Yang SU318a H/T |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Malaysia (CKD) | China (CBU) |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson strut | MacPherson Struts |
| Rear Suspension | Torsion Beam | Torsion Beam |
| Front Wheels | 17" Alloy | 18" Alloys |
| Rear Wheels | 17" Alloy | 18" Alloys |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | Driver and Passenger | Driver and Front Passenger, Front Side, Curtain Airbags |
| 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 | 5 Three-point |
| ISOFIX | Available for two outer middle row passenger seats | Available on Outer Two Rear Seats |
| Lane-keeping Assist | — | No |
| Seatbelt Reminder | Front Seats Only | Front Seats |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | LED Projectors | LED Projectors |
| Taillamps | LED Combination | LED Combination |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | ✓ |
| Front Foglamps | ✓ | — |
| Rear Foglamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Manual Adjustable | Powered Front Seats |
| Rear Seats | Second row 60:40 Split Fold, Third row 50:50 Split Fold | 60:40 Split-fold |
| Front Air-con | Single-zone Manual Climate Control | Single-zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Rear Air-con | Rear Vents with Blower Control | Rear AC Vents |
| 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 Middle Row, 2 Last Row | 2 Front, 2 Rear |
| Audio | 9" Touchscreen with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto | 10.25" Touchscreen with Android Auto, Apple CarPlay, Bluetooth and 6 Speakers |
| Convenience | ||
| Power Windows | Four Windows, Driver's Side Auto Up and Down | Four Windows, Auto Up and Down with Anti-pinch |
| Engine Start | Keyless Push Button | Keyless Push Button |
| Locks | Keyless Operation | Remote Control Activation |
| Auto Headlamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Auto Wipers | — | ✓ |
| Cruise Control | Passive Cruise Control | Passive Cruise Control |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | — |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | — |
| Electric Steering Adjustment | — | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | Remote Control Activation | Manual Boot |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 2 Sensors | 4 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Yes | Yes |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | ✓ | — |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| Hill Start Assist | ✓ | ✓ |
| Instrument Cluster | Electroluminescent Analogue | Full LCD Monitor |
| Parking Brake | Electronic | Electronic |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty Mileage Manufacturer | Unlimited✓ | 160,000 km |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 5 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 Xpander & 3 for sale
Xpander vs 3 FAQ
Is the Mitsubishi Xpander or Seres 3 better?
The Xpander is better for carrying seven people, while the Seres 3 is better for electric driving, stronger 161 hp and 300 Nm output, a 525-litre boot and six airbags. They suit different needs rather than being like-for-like body styles.
What is the price difference?
The Mitsubishi Xpander costs RM4,980 more than the Seres 3: RM99,980 against RM95,000.
How does the Seres 3 charge?
The Seres 3 has a 53.6 kWh battery, a quoted 340 km range, 11 kW AC charging and 60 kW DC charging. The Xpander is petrol-powered with a 45-litre fuel tank.