Verdict
The Plus asks RM10,000 more, yet both versions retain the same 1.5 litre naturally aspirated petrol engine with 104 hp and 141 Nm, four-speed automatic, seven seats and 495-litre boot. That means no gain in pace, passenger capacity or luggage room. The extra money buys a 360-degree reverse camera and a wireless charger, while the Base already has the 9.0-inch Apple CarPlay/Android Auto touchscreen, LED projectors and stability control. For most Malaysian families, the Base is the sharper buy; choose the Plus only if parking-camera coverage matters enough to justify the gap.
Pick the Base if you want the same 104 hp drivetrain, seven-seat cabin and core safety kit for RM10,000 less.
Pick the Plus if a 360-degree camera and wireless charger are worth RM10,000 to you.
Key differences
- Price: RM99,980 | RM109,980
- Price premium over the Base: RM0 | RM10,000
- Reverse camera: standard reverse camera | reverse camera with 360-degree view
- Wireless charging: no wireless charger | 1 wireless charger
Base
- RM10,000 cheaper
- Same 104 hp and 141 Nm powertrain
- Same 9.0-inch Apple CarPlay and Android Auto touchscreen
- Lacks the Plus's 360-degree camera
- No wireless charger
Plus
- 360-degree reverse-camera view
- Adds one wireless charger
- Keeps the Base's 104 hp powertrain and seven-seat layout
- Costs RM10,000 more
- No mechanical, seating or boot-space gain over the Base
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM99,980✓ | RM109,980 |
| Body type | MPV | MPV |
| Segment | B-Segment | B-Segment |
| Assembly | CKD | CKD |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM120 | RM120 |
| Monthly instalment (est.) | RM1,020/mo✓ | RM1,125/mo |
| Insurance / year (est.) | RM2,879✓ | RM3,139 |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 16-valve DOHC naturally-aspirated, variable valve timing | 16-valve DOHC naturally-aspirated, variable valve timing |
| Capacity | 1,499 cc | 1,499 cc |
| Horsepower | 104 hp at 6,000 rpm | 104 hp at 6,000 rpm |
| Torque | 141 Nm at 4,000 rpm | 141 Nm at 4,000 rpm |
| Cylinder Arrangement | Inline 4 | Inline 4 |
| Fuel | Petrol | Petrol |
| Bore × Stroke | 75 mm × 84.8 mm | 75 mm × 84.8 mm |
| Compression Ratio | 10.5 | 10.5 |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Conventional Automatic | Conventional Automatic |
| Transmission Name | 4AT | 4AT |
| Gears | 4 | 4 |
| Transmission Manufacturer | Jatco | Jatco |
| Driveline | Front Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,475 mm | 4,475 mm |
| Width | 1,750 mm | 1,750 mm |
| Height | 1,720 mm | 1,720 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,775 mm | 2,775 mm |
| Weight | 1,240 kg | 1,240 kg |
| Fuel Tank | 45 litres | 45 litres |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 7 | 7 |
| Boot Space | 495 litres | 495 litres |
| Front Tyre | 205/55R17 | 205/55R17 |
| Rear Tyre | 205/55R17 | 205/55R17 |
| Spare Tyre | Full Size | Full Size |
| Factory Tyres | Bridgestone Ecopia 150 | Bridgestone Ecopia 150 |
| Wiper Blade (Driver) | 26 inch | 26 inch |
| Wiper Blade (Passenger) | 16 inch | 16 inch |
| Wiper Blade (Rear) | 12 inch | 12 inch |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Malaysia (CKD) | Malaysia (CKD) |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson strut | MacPherson strut |
| Rear Suspension | Torsion Beam | 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 | 2 (Driver and Passenger) | 2 (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 for two outer middle row passenger seats | Available for two outer middle row passenger seats |
| Seatbelt Reminder | Front Seats Only | Front Seats Only |
| 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 | Manual Adjustable |
| Rear Seats | Second row 60:40 Split Fold, Third row 50:50 Split Fold | Second row 60:40 Split Fold, Third row 50:50 Split Fold |
| Front Air-con | Single-zone Manual Climate Control | Single-zone Manual Climate Control |
| Rear Air-con | Rear Vents with Blower Control | Rear Vents with Blower Control |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front, 2 USB Front, 2 USB Rear | 1 Front, 2 USB Front, 2 USB Rear, 1 Wireless Charger |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights | Map Lights |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front, 2 Middle Row, 2 Last Row | 2 Front, 2 Middle Row, 2 Last Row |
| Audio | 9" Touchscreen with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto | 9" Touchscreen with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto |
| Convenience | ||
| Power Windows | Four Windows, Driver's Side Auto Up and Down | 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 | 2 Sensors | 2 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Yes | Yes, 360-degree view |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| Hill Start Assist | ✓ | ✓ |
| Instrument Cluster | Electroluminescent Analogue | Electroluminescent Analogue |
| Parking Brake | Electronic | Electronic |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty Mileage Manufacturer | Unlimited | Unlimited |
| 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. Running-cost estimates assume 20,000 km/year. Fuel at RM1.99/litre (RON95, subsidised). Insurance: comprehensive motor tariff, no NCD. Instalment: 10% down, 2.5% flat rate, 9 years. Prices checked November 2026.
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Base vs Plus FAQ
Is the Mitsubishi Xpander Base or Mitsubishi Xpander Plus better?
The Base is better value because it shares the Plus's 104 hp 1.5 litre engine, four-speed automatic, seven seats and 495-litre boot. The Plus is the better pick only for buyers who specifically want its 360-degree camera and wireless charger.
What is the price difference?
The Mitsubishi Xpander Plus costs RM10,000 more than the Base: RM109,980 versus RM99,980.
Does the Mitsubishi Xpander Plus have better performance than the Base?
No. Both use a 1,499 cc naturally aspirated petrol engine producing 104 hp at 6,000 rpm and 141 Nm at 4,000 rpm, driving the front wheels through a four-speed automatic.