Mitsubishi Xpander vs Toyota Yaris Cross
Verdict
The money is almost identical: the Mitsubishi Xpander is RM99,980, just RM80 above the Toyota Yaris Cross at RM99,900. From there, they split clearly. The Xpander is the family-hauler play, with seven seats, a longer 2,775 mm wheelbase and 495 litres of boot space. The Yaris Cross is the smaller five-seat SUV, but it answers with six airbags against two. Power is a dead heat at 104 hp versus 105 hp, and both are CKD, petrol, front-driven and carry five-year warranties.
Pick the Mitsubishi Xpander if you need seven seats, more quoted boot space and the longer wheelbase for family use.
Pick the Toyota Yaris Cross if five seats are enough and six airbags matter more than the Xpander’s extra passenger capacity.
Key differences
- Price: Mitsubishi Xpander RM99,980; Toyota Yaris Cross RM99,900
- Seats: Mitsubishi Xpander 7; Toyota Yaris Cross 5
- Airbags: Mitsubishi Xpander 2; Toyota Yaris Cross 6
- Engine output: Mitsubishi Xpander 104 hp and 141 Nm; Toyota Yaris Cross 105 hp and 138 Nm
- Size: Mitsubishi Xpander 4,475 mm long and 1,720 mm tall; Toyota Yaris Cross 4,310 mm long and 1,655 mm tall
- Boot space: Mitsubishi Xpander 495 litres; Toyota Yaris Cross 471 litres
Xpander
- Seven seats for the same money
- Longer 2,775 mm wheelbase
- Larger 45-litre fuel tank
- Only two airbags
- No auto emergency braking listed
- Slightly narrower at 1,750 mm
Yaris Cross
- Six airbags
- Slightly more power at 105 hp
- Wider body at 1,770 mm
- Five seats only
- Smaller 42-litre fuel tank
- No auto emergency braking listed
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM 99,980 | RM 99,900✓ |
| Body type | MPV | SUV |
| Segment | B-Segment | B-Segment |
| Assembly | CKD | CKD |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 16-valve DOHC naturally-aspirated, variable valve timing | 16-valve DOHC, Naturally Aspirated with Variable Valve Timing |
| Capacity | 1,499 cc | 1,496 cc |
| Horsepower | 104 hp | 105 hp✓ |
| Torque | 141 Nm✓ | 138 Nm |
| Cylinder Arrangement | Inline | Inline |
| Timing Type | Chain | Chain |
| Fuel | Petrol | Petrol |
| Bore | 75 mm | 72.5 mm |
| Compression Ratio | 10.5 | 11.5 |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Conventional Automatic | CVT Automatic |
| Transmission Name | 4AT | — |
| Gears | 4 | — |
| Transmission Manufacturer | Jatco | — |
| Driveline | Front Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,475 mm | 4,310 mm |
| Width | 1,750 mm | 1,770 mm |
| Height | 1,720 mm | 1,655 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,775 mm | 2,620 mm |
| Weight | 1,240 kg | 1,150 kg |
| Fuel Tank | 45 litres | 42 litres |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 7 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 495 litres✓ | 471 litres |
| Front Tyre | 205/55R17 | 215/55R18 |
| Rear Tyre | 205/55R17 | 215/55R18 |
| Spare Tyre | Full Size | Steel 195/65R16 Tyre |
| Factory Tyres | Bridgestone Ecopia 150 | Toyo Proxes R61 |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Malaysia (CKD) | Malaysia (CKD) |
| Chassis | Unibody | Unibody |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson strut | MacPherson Strut |
| Rear Suspension | Torsion Beam | Torsion Beam |
| Front Wheels | 17" Alloy | 18" 2-tone Alloy |
| Rear Wheels | 17" Alloy | 18" 2-tone Alloy |
| Front Brakes | Ventilated Disc | Ventilated Discs |
| Rear Brakes | Solid Disc | Solid Discs |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | Driver and Passenger | Driver and Passenger, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain |
| 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 |
| Blind Spot Info System | — | ✓ |
| ISOFIX | Available for two outer middle row passenger seats | Available on 2 Outer Rear Seats |
| Lane-keeping Assist | — | Steering Correction |
| Collision Warning | — | ✓ |
| Seatbelt Reminder | Front Seats Only | All Seats |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | LED Projectors | LED Projector |
| Taillamps | LED Combination | Full LED |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | ✓ |
| Front Foglamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Rear Foglamps | ✓ | — |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Manual Adjustable | 8-way Power Adjustable Driver's Seat, Manual Adjustable Passenger Seat |
| Rear Seats | Second row 60:40 Split Fold, Third row 50:50 Split Fold | 60:40 Split-folding with Centre Armrest |
| Front Air-con | Single-zone Manual Climate Control | Single-zone Automatic Climate Control System |
| Rear Air-con | Rear Vents with Blower Control | Rear Vents |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front, 2 USB Front, 2 USB Rear | 1 Front, 2 Front USB, 2 Rear USB |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights | Map Lights and Ambient Lights |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front, 2 Middle Row, 2 Last Row | 2 Front, 2 Rear |
| Audio | 9" Touchscreen with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto | 10.1" Touchscreen with Wireless Apple CarPlay & Android Auto, 4-speaker Sound System |
| Convenience | ||
| Power Windows | Four Windows, Driver's Side Auto Up and Down | Four Windows, Driver's Side Auto Up and Down with Anti Pinch |
| Engine Start | Keyless Push Button | Keyless Push Button |
| Locks | Keyless Operation | Keyless Operation |
| Auto Start/Stop | — | ✓ |
| Auto Headlamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cruise Control | Passive Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | Remote Control Activation | Powered Boot |
| Parking Sensor Front | — | 2 Sensors |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 2 Sensors | 2 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Yes | Yes, With 360 Degree Camera |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| Hill Start Assist | ✓ | ✓ |
| Instrument Cluster | Electroluminescent Analogue | Full LCD Monitor |
| Parking Brake | Electronic | Electronic |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty Mileage Manufacturer | Unlimited | Unlimited |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 5 years | 5 years |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM 120 | RM 120 |
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.
Xpander vs Yaris Cross FAQ
Is the Mitsubishi Xpander or Toyota Yaris Cross better?
The Mitsubishi Xpander is better for carrying people because it has seven seats. The Toyota Yaris Cross is better if you only need five seats and want six airbags instead of two.
What is the price difference?
The Mitsubishi Xpander costs RM99,980, while the Toyota Yaris Cross costs RM99,900. The Xpander is RM80 more expensive.
Which has more boot space?
The Mitsubishi Xpander has more quoted boot space at 495 litres, compared with 471 litres in the Toyota Yaris Cross.