Verdict
At RM109,980, the Mitsubishi Xforce undercuts the RM113,800 Nissan Kicks e-Power by RM3,820 and brings 18-inch wheels, dual-zone climate control, rear air vents and a 360-degree camera. The Kicks answers with a 136 hp, 280 Nm motor, versus the Xforce’s 104 hp and 141 Nm petrol engine, plus seven airbags and autonomous braking against four airbags and no AEB. For Malaysian buyers, the Nissan’s safety and electrified drive hardware justify the small gap; the Mitsubishi is the better-equipped cabin buy.
Pick the Mitsubishi Xforce if you want the lower entry price, 18-inch wheels, dual-zone air-con, rear vents and a 360-degree camera.
Pick the Nissan Kicks e-Power if you place greater weight on its 136 hp/280 Nm motor, seven airbags and autonomous braking.
Key differences
- Price: Mitsubishi Xforce RM109,980; Nissan Kicks e-Power RM113,800.
- Powertrain output: Xforce 104 hp and 141 Nm; Kicks e-Power motor 136 hp and 280 Nm.
- Safety: Xforce has 4 airbags and no autonomous braking; Kicks has 7 airbags and autonomous braking.
- Cabin climate: Xforce has dual-zone automatic air-con with rear vents; Kicks has single-zone automatic air-con and no rear vents.
- Parking assistance: Xforce gets 4 front and 4 rear sensors plus a 360-degree camera; Kicks has no front sensors, 4 rear sensors and a reverse camera.
- Cargo and wheels: Xforce has a 410-litre boot and 18-inch alloys; Kicks has a 423-litre boot and 17-inch alloys.
Xforce
- RM3,820 cheaper.
- Dual-zone air-con, rear vents and 360-degree camera.
- 18-inch alloys and 225/50R18 tyres.
- Four airbags versus the Kicks e-Power’s seven.
- No autonomous braking or collision warning.
- RM120 annual road tax versus RM85.
Kicks e-Power
- 136 hp and 280 Nm electric motor.
- Seven airbags, autonomous braking and collision warning.
- 423-litre boot is 13 litres larger.
- RM3,820 more expensive.
- Single-zone air-con and no rear air vents.
- No front parking sensors or 360-degree camera.
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM109,980✓ | RM113,800 |
| Body type | SUV | SUV |
| Segment | B-Segment | B-Segment |
| Assembly | CKD | CBU |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM120 | RM85✓ |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 16-valve DOHC naturally-aspirated, variable valve timing | 12-valve DOHC, Naturally-aspirated with Variable Valve Timing |
| Capacity | 1,499 cc | 1,198 cc |
| Horsepower | 104 hp at 6,000 rpm✓ | 82 hp at 6,000 rpm |
| Torque | 141 Nm at 4,000 rpm✓ | 103 Nm at 4,800 rpm |
| Cylinder Arrangement | Inline 4 | Inline 3 |
| Fuel | Petrol | Petrol Hybrid/REV |
| Bore × Stroke | 75 mm × 84.8 mm | 78 mm × 83.6 mm |
| Compression Ratio | 10.5 | 12 |
| Number of Motors | — | 1 |
| Motor Horsepower | — | 136 hp |
| Motor Torque | — | 280 Nm |
| Battery Capacity | — | 2.1 kWh |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | CVT Automatic | eCVT Automatic |
| Driveline | Front Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | — | 9.5 seconds |
| Top Speed | — | 21.7 km/h |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,390 mm | 4,384 mm |
| Width | 1,810 mm | 1,813 mm |
| Height | 1,660 mm | 1,610 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,650 mm | 2,673 mm |
| Weight | 1,250 kg | — |
| Fuel Tank | 42 litres | 41 litres |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 410 litres | 423 litres✓ |
| Front Tyre | 225/50R18 | 205/55R17 |
| Rear Tyre | 225/50R18 | 205/55R17 |
| Spare Tyre | Space Saver | — |
| Factory Tyres | Toyo Proxes CR1 | Yokohama BluEarth E70 |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Malaysia (CKD) | Thailand (CBU) |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson Struts | MacPherson Strut |
| Rear Suspension | Torsion Beam | Torsion Beam |
| Front Wheels | 18" Alloy | 17" Alloys |
| Rear Wheels | 18" Alloy | 17" Alloys |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Assist) | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | 4 (Driver and Passenger, Front Side) | 7 (Driver & Front Passenger, Side Airbags, Curtain Airbags and Driver's Knee Airbag) |
| ABS/EBD | ✓ | ✓ |
| Stability Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Alarm | ✓ | ✓ |
| Immobilizer | ✓ | ✓ |
| Airbag Disable Function | ✓ | ✓ |
| Child Safety Lock | Manual for rear doors | Manual for Rear Doors |
| Seat Belts | 5 Three-point | 5 Three Point |
| Blind Spot Info System | ✓ | — |
| ISOFIX | Available for two outer rear passenger seats | Available on 2 Outer Rear Seats |
| Autonomous Braking System | — | Yes |
| Lane-keeping Assist | No | No |
| Collision Warning | — | ✓ |
| Seatbelt Reminder | All Seats | All Seats |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | LED Projector with Auto High Beam | LED Reflectors |
| Taillamps | Full LED | LED Combination |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | ✓ |
| Front Foglamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Manual Adjustable | Manual Adjustable |
| Rear Seats | 40:20:40 Split-folding | 60:40 Split-fold |
| Front Air-con | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control | Single-zone Automatic Climate Control System |
| Rear Air-con | Rear vents | — |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front, 2 USB Front, 2 USB Rear | 1 Front, 1 USB Front, 2 USB Rear |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights & Ambient Lighting | Map Lights |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front, 2 Rear | 2 Front |
| Audio | 8" Touchscreen with Wired Apple CarPlay & Android Auto, 6-speaker Sound System | 7" Touchscreen Infotainment System with Apple CarPlay, Android Auto and 6 Speakers |
| Convenience | ||
| Power Windows | Four Windows, Driver's Side Auto Up and Down with Anti Pinch | All Four Windows, Driver Auto Up and Down |
| Engine Start | Keyless Push Button Start | Keyless Push Button Start |
| Locks | Keyless Operation | Keyless Operation |
| Auto Start/Stop | — | ✓ |
| Auto Headlamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Auto Wipers | ✓ | — |
| Cruise Control | Passive Cruise Control | Passive Cruise Control |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | Remote Control Activated | Remote Control Activated |
| Parking Sensor Front | 4 Sensors | — |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 4 Sensors | 4 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Yes, 360-degree view | Yes |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| Hill Start Assist | ✓ | ✓ |
| Instrument Cluster | Full LCD Monitor | Digital/Analogue |
| Parking Brake | Electronic | Electronic |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty Mileage Manufacturer | Unlimited✓ | 100,000 km |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 5 years | 5 years |
| Warranty Notes | — | 8 Years/ 160,000 km Warranty for EV Battery |
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 Xforce & Kicks e-Power for sale
Xforce vs Kicks e-Power FAQ
Is the Mitsubishi Xforce or Nissan Kicks e-Power better?
The Nissan Kicks e-Power is the stronger all-round pick for its 136 hp/280 Nm motor, seven airbags and autonomous braking. Choose the Mitsubishi Xforce instead if dual-zone air-con, rear vents, 18-inch wheels and a 360-degree camera matter more.
What is the price difference?
The Nissan Kicks e-Power costs RM3,820 more than the Mitsubishi Xforce.
Which has better safety equipment, the Mitsubishi Xforce or Nissan Kicks e-Power?
The Nissan Kicks e-Power has the stronger safety count: seven airbags, autonomous braking and collision warning. The Mitsubishi Xforce has four airbags and lacks autonomous braking, but it does include blind-spot information.
