Verdict
For a Malaysian family buyer, the Toyota Veloz costs RM4,980 less at RM95,000 yet brings six airbags, a 360-degree camera and adaptive cruise control with stop and go. Its 105 hp D-CVT is only marginally stronger than the Mitsubishi Xpander’s 104 hp four-speed automatic, although the Xpander has 141 Nm against 138 Nm. The Mitsubishi’s case is practical: its 495-litre boot dwarfs the Veloz’s 137 litres, and its wheelbase is 25 mm longer. Choose cargo capacity; otherwise the Veloz gives more safety technology for less money.
Pick the Mitsubishi Xpander if a 495-litre boot and 141 Nm of torque matter more than driver-assistance features.
Pick the Toyota Veloz if you want six airbags, Toyota Safety Sense functions and a lower RM95,000 entry price.
Key differences
- Price: Mitsubishi Xpander RM99,980; Toyota Veloz RM95,000.
- Airbags: Mitsubishi Xpander 2; Toyota Veloz 6.
- Boot space: Mitsubishi Xpander 495 litres; Toyota Veloz 137 litres.
- Wheelbase: Mitsubishi Xpander 2,775 mm; Toyota Veloz 2,750 mm.
- Transmission: Mitsubishi Xpander 4-speed conventional automatic; Toyota Veloz D-CVT with Power Mode.
- Driver assistance: Mitsubishi Xpander has passive cruise control; Toyota Veloz has adaptive cruise control with stop and go and steering assist.
Xpander
- 495-litre boot space.
- 141 Nm, versus the Veloz’s 138 Nm.
- Front and rear foglamps.
- RM4,980 pricier than the Veloz.
- Only two airbags versus six.
- No autonomous braking, blind-spot monitor or 360-degree camera.
Veloz
- RM95,000 price is RM4,980 lower.
- Six airbags and pre-collision braking with pedestrian detection.
- Adaptive cruise control, 360-degree camera and front parking sensors.
- 137-litre boot is far smaller than the Xpander’s 495 litres.
- 138 Nm is 3 Nm down on the Xpander.
- 2,750-mm wheelbase is 25 mm shorter than the Xpander’s.
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM99,980 | RM95,000✓ |
| Body type | MPV | MPV |
| Segment | B-Segment | B-Segment |
| Assembly | CKD | CKD |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM120 | RM120 |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 16-valve DOHC naturally-aspirated, variable valve timing | 2NR-VE, 16-valve DOHC, Naturally Aspirated with Variable Valve Timing |
| Capacity | 1,499 cc | 1,496 cc |
| Horsepower | 104 hp at 6,000 rpm | 105 hp at 6,000 rpm✓ |
| Torque | 141 Nm at 4,000 rpm✓ | 138 Nm at 4,200 rpm |
| Cylinder Arrangement | Inline 4 | Inline 4 |
| Fuel | Petrol | Petrol |
| Bore × Stroke | 75 mm × 84.8 mm | 72.5 mm × 90.6 mm |
| Compression Ratio | 10.5 | 11.5 |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Conventional Automatic | CVT Automatic |
| Transmission Name | 4AT | D-CVT with Power Mode |
| Gears | 4 | — |
| Transmission Manufacturer | Jatco | Akashi Kikai |
| 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 | 1,700 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,775 mm | 2,750 mm |
| Weight | 1,240 kg | 1,185 kg |
| Fuel Tank | 45 litres | 43 litres |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 7 | 7 |
| Boot Space | 495 litres✓ | 137 litres |
| Front Tyre | 205/55R17 | 205/50R17 |
| Rear Tyre | 205/55R17 | 205/50R17 |
| Spare Tyre | Full Size | Full-size 17" Alloy |
| Factory Tyres | Bridgestone Ecopia 150 | Toyo Proxes CR1 |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Malaysia (CKD) | Malaysia (CKD) |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson strut | MacPherson Strut |
| Rear Suspension | Torsion Beam | Torsion Beam |
| Front Wheels | 17" Alloy | 17" Two-tone Alloy |
| Rear Wheels | 17" Alloy | 17" Two-tone Alloy |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| Chassis Notes | — | Higher suspension |
| Crash Safety Ratings | ||
| ASEAN NCAP | — | 5 stars |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | 2 (Driver and Passenger) | 6 (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 | 7 Three-point |
| Blind Spot Info System | — | ✓ |
| ISOFIX | Available for two outer middle row passenger seats | Available on Two Outer Rear Passenger Seats |
| Autonomous Braking System | — | Yes, TSS Pre-collision Braking (4-120 km/h) with Pedestrian Detection |
| Lane-keeping Assist | — | Steering Correction |
| Collision Warning | — | ✓ |
| Seatbelt Reminder | Front Seats Only | Front and Second Row Seats |
| Safety Notes | — | Front Departure Alert, Pedal Misoperation Control, Rear Cross Traffic Alert |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | LED Projectors | LED Reflector with Matrix Adaptive Driving Beam |
| Taillamps | LED Combination | Full LED |
| 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 | 60:40 Split-folding Middle Row with One-touch Tumble, Manual Sliding and Recline, Armrest, 50:50 Split-folding Last Row |
| Front Air-con | Single-zone Manual Climate Control | Single-zone Automatic Climate Control System |
| Rear Air-con | Rear Vents with Blower Control | Rear Vents with Adjustable Blower |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front, 2 USB Front, 2 USB Rear | 1 Front, 1 Front USB, 2 Rear USB for Second Row |
| 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 | 9.0" Touchscreen Infotainment System with Wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, Bluetooth, USB and 6 Speakers |
| 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 with Stop and Go and Steering Assist |
| Tiptronic | — | ✓ |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | Remote Control Activation | Remote Control Activation |
| Parking Sensor Front | — | 2 Sensors |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 2 Sensors | 2 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Yes | Yes, With 360 Degree Camera |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| Navigation | — | ✓ |
| Hill Start Assist | ✓ | ✓ |
| Instrument Cluster | Electroluminescent Analogue | Full LCD Monitor |
| Parking Brake | Electronic | Electronic |
| Convenience Notes | — | Auto Brake Hold |
| 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.
Used Xpander & Veloz for sale
Xpander vs Veloz FAQ
Is the Mitsubishi Xpander or Toyota Veloz better?
The Toyota Veloz is the better-equipped choice, with six airbags, pre-collision braking and adaptive cruise control for less money. Pick the Mitsubishi Xpander instead if its 495-litre boot is the deciding requirement.
What is the price difference?
The Mitsubishi Xpander costs RM99,980 and the Toyota Veloz costs RM95,000, so the Xpander is RM4,980 more expensive.
Which MPV has more boot space?
The Mitsubishi Xpander has 495 litres of boot space, compared with 137 litres in the Toyota Veloz. That is a 358-litre advantage for the Xpander.
