Mitsubishi Motors Philippines Corporation just unveiled the newest iteration of the country’s best-selling MPV. For the first time, they held a joint launch for the Xpander and Xpander Cross, further fueling the car’s momentum in the local market. Most of the improvements are aesthetic but there are key functional bits that will certainly make everyday driving a lot easier.
The standard Xpander GLS gets low-key sporty appointments. The front bumper gets a lip garnish that’s accompanied by a side skirt and rear bumper faux diffuser as well. Its front face got a new grille that feature vertical slits for a more premium look. The 17-inch alloy wheels also gets a design update that complemented the overall scheme of the Xpander resulting in a sleek yet subdued aesthetic for the MPV.
Meanwhile, the Xpander Cross was beefed up even more. It now has a honeycomb grille and the front bumper has vertical guards for a more robust look. The same accents are present in the rear bumper as well giving it a unified appeal from all sides. The 17-inch wheels of the Xpander Cross have a different design which seems inspired by off-roading aesthetics.
The Xpander GLS and Xpander Cross received similar amenities in 3 key areas inside the cabin. Their steering wheel now has a new design which was derived from the Xforce crossover. Behind that is the new 8-inch fully digital instrument cluster that replaces the small LCD screen of before. It’s a much needed addition as it can display more information as the car is now filled with more tech bits.
The infotainment touchscreen is also bigger this time around at 10-inches and now features Wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto. The native interface of the system is snappy and the graphics are sharp even without smartphone mirroring. Apart from music and settings, the bigger touchscreen also displays the view from the new 360-camera system that’s now standard in the Xpander GLS and Xpander Cross. Combined, the bigger touchscreen lets you see more of your surroundings via the cameras, while also displaying driving apps like Google Maps and Waze larger.
A little something for the second row is the headrest for the middle passenger. The middle of the bunch can now sleep easier with it in place. If there’s no middle occupant, the center segment can still be folded to reveal an armrest with cupholders. Upholstery for the Xpander GLS is still black fabric while the Xpander Cross now has burgundy and black leather to go with it.
Mitsubishi’s signature Active Yaw Control has also trickled down to the Xpander GLS. It’s a passive feature developed from Mitsubishi’s rallying experience that, along with Stability Control and Traction Control, will let you tackle corners more confidently.
Powering the 2026 Xpander and Xpander Cross is the same 1.5-liter MIVEC gasoline engine paired with a 4-speed automatic transmission. Together it makes 105 horsepower and 141 Nm of torque. The GLS and Xpander Cross also come with a Push Start Button for the ignition.
The 2026 Mitsubishi Xpander comes in Graphic Gray Metallic, Blade Silver Metallic, and Jet Black Mica for the GLX trims. The GLS is available in Red Metallic, Green Bronze Metallic, and Quartz White Pearl. Now standard for the Xpander Cross is the black roof resulting in a 2-tone scheme with Quartz White Pearl, Sunrise Orange Metallic, and Green Bronze Metallic.
Prices starts at PHP 1,099,000 for the GLX MT, PHP 1,159,000 for the GLX AT, PHP 1,259,000 for the GLS AT, while the Xpander Cross is at PHP 1,378,000.
Known for its practicality, generous space, and value for money, the updates to the Xpander and Xpander Cross make them further compelling options in the hotly contested 7-seater MPV arena. It will certainly be a reliable companion whether the journey is in the city, out of town, school, business districts, and special occasions for Filipino families.
