Family first: Toyota Avanza vs. Mitsubishi Xpander vs. Maxus G50

Family first: Toyota Avanza vs. Mitsubishi Xpander vs. Maxus G50

Midsize SUVs have their own strengths, but if your prospective vehicle will spend more time carrying crowds and cargo rather than taking the road less traveled, then take a look at MPVs that can do the job just fine.  

KEY TAKEAWAYS

  • What are the newly developed features for the all-new Toyota Avanza?

    The latest Avanza features an advanced safety kit, Long Sofa Mode, and new 1.5- and 1.3-liter engines.
  • What updates have Mitsubishi applied to the Xpander?

    The Xpander has been updated with a restyled exterior such as LED headlights, and convenience features such as phone-mirroring capable infotainment.
  • What are the key features of the Maxus G50?

    The G50 carries a turbocharged engine, as well as 360-degree view camera and panoramic sunroof on select variants.
  • In the market, among the most sought-after MPV models have Toyota and Mitsubishi badges in the form of the Avanza and Xpander, respectively. New brands in the market have also been determined to have a say in the segment, such as Maxus with its G50

    Being MPVs, it's what inside that truly counts, right? In the latest, third-generation Avanza, all of its four variants come with seven seats and what Toyota calls the Long Sofa Mode.

    In Long Sofa Mode, the second-row seats fold to meet with the third-row's seat cushions to create, well, a sofa with a long seat cushion. When the Avanza needs to carry cargo of various shapes and sizes, all of the seats fold flush with the cargo floor to create a flat loading area. 

    Inside the Xpander, well, cargo space can be expanded by two rows of rear seats that fold flat, as well. Mitsubishi also claims that the Xpander's third-row seats are designed to accommodate adults. In keeping with the carmaker's omotenashi (Japanese for hospitality) philosophy, the seven-seater Xpander features storage dotted around the cabin, climate control system, and even sound-insulating glass. 

    As for the G50, it aims to impress its eight passengers with the toys onboard. The cabin features a panoramic sunroof to give the occupants a sense of openness. It's also equipped with a 12.3-inch infotainment system that can be connected to a smartphone through USB cable or Bluetooth. And if those smartphones run out of juice, the G50's wireless charging pad for Apple and Android devices are ready. 

    Each of these models, naturally, use gasoline engines to transport a group of seven or eight. Under the hood of the Avanza variants are a pair of newly developed 1.5- and 1.3-liter engines, with the former producing 106hp and 138Nm of torque and the latter packing 98hp and 122Nm. The upper two Avanza variants use a CVT, while the remaining two use a five-speed manual. 

     

    The Xpander retains the Mitsubishi 1.5-liter 4A91 engine that makes 105hp and 141Nm of torque, as well as the four-speed automatic transmission and five-speed manual options. We say "retain" because the Xpander we're referring to — which features a reskinned exterior and new onboard technologies — is the facelifted version, for which the local Mitsubishi distributor has opened reservation books

    As for the G50, it brings a turbocharged engine in the segment, particularly the 1.5-liter turbocharged gasoline engine that generates a maximum power output of 169hp and 250Nm. Maxus has paired this engine with a seven-speed dual clutch automatic that promises quicker and more fuel-efficient shifts. 

    Now that we already mentioned the highlight amenities of the G50, let's go over what you get with the Avanza and Xpander. 

    Depending on variant, the Avanza is equipped with an eight-inch Audio Display with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto connectivity, USB ports, and push start ignition. For safety, the Avanza gets a host of gadgets such as reversing camera and sensors, and even Blind Spot Monitoring, Rear Camera Traffic Alert, Vehicle Stability Control, and six airbags. 

    The Xpander receives a seven-inch touchscreen infotainment screen with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto for 2022, too. USB ports and power outlets for rear passengers — including those in the third row — aim to provide more passenger comfort. How the Xpander puts the passengers at ease, however, is Mitsubishi's Reinforced Impact Safety Evolution (RISE) body, which absorbs the energy of collisions from any direction.

     

    On the other hand, the G50 is equipped with a 360-degree view camera and dual front airbags and side airbag, all of which are cocooned in a body made with double layer welding technology that provides an extra layer for protection. Like its Japanese-badged competitors, this Maxus also features Isofix attachment points where you can securely latch child seats. 

    So, the Avanza, Xpander, and G50 are appearing to be as capable and spacious family cars as many SUVs out there. Get to know more details about your next family car through the spec sheets of these three MPVs — all in top-spec form — below.  

    SPECIFICATIONS

    Toyota Avanza 1.5 G CVT 

     

    Mitsubishi Xpander GLS 1.5G AT

     

     

     

    Maxus G50 1.5T Premium AT

     

     

    Overall Length (mm)

    4,395

    4,595

     

    4,825

     

    Overall Width (mm)

    1,730

    1,750

     

    1,825

     

    Overall Height (mm)

    1,700

    1,750

     

    1,800

     

    Ground Clearance (mm)

    190

    225

     150

    Wheelbase (mm)

    2,750

    2,755

     2,800

    Seating Capacity

    Seven

    Seven

     Eight

    Engine Model

    2NR-VE

    4A91

     1.5T 

    Engine Type

    Four-cylinder, Inline, 16-Valve Double Overhead Camshaft (DOHC), with VVT-i

    Four-cylinder, Inline, 16-Valve Double Overhead Camshaft (DOHC), with MIVEC

     Four-cylinder, In-line, Turbocharged and Intercooled Direct Injection Gasoline Engine

    Displacement (cc)

    1,496

    1,499

     1,490

    Maximum Power Output (ps/rpm)

    106/6,000

    105/6,000

     

    169/5,500

     

    Maximum Torque (Nm/rpm)

    138/4,200

    141/4,000

     

    250/1,700-4,300

     

    Transmission

    CVT

    4-Speed Automatic 

    7-Speed Dual Clutch Automatic 

    Drive

    Front Wheel Drive

     

    Front Wheel Drive

     

     

    Front Wheel Drive

     

    Fuel Tank (L)

    43

    45

    50

    Curb Weight (kg)

    1,140

    1,260

    1,595

    Suspension

    Front: MacPherson Strut 

    Rear: Torsion Beam 

     

    Front: MacPherson Strut  Coil Spring with Stabilizer

    Rear: Torsion Beam 

     

    Front: MacPherson Independent

    Rear: Torsion Beam 

    Brakes

    Front: Ventilated Discs

    Rear: Drums

    Front: Ventilated Discs

    Rear: Drums

    Front: Ventilated Discs

    Rear: Disc

    Tires and Wheels

    195/60 R16 Alloy

    205/55 R17 Alloy

     215/55 R17 Alloy

    Headlamps

    Split-Type LED 

    T-Shape 

     

    Automatic LED

     

    Daytime Running Lights

     LED

    LED

     LED

    Front Fog Lamps

    With

    With

     With

    Side Mirrors

    Adjust and Auto Retract

    Adjust and Auto Retract

     Adjust and Auto Retract

    Front Grille

    Material Black 

    Chrome 

     Chrome 

    Panoramic Sunroof

    Without

     

    Without

     

     With

    Power Tailgate

     

    Without

     

     

    Without

     

     With

    Seat Material

    Fabric Black and Brown Two Tone

    Fabric Black 

     

    Leather 

     

    Seat Type and Adjustment

    Driver: 4-Way Manual

    Front Passenger: 4-Way Manual

    Second Row: 60:40 Split, Slide with Long Sofa Mode and Recline

    Third Row: 50:50 Tumble and Long Sofa Mode

     

    Driver: 4-Way Manual

    Front Passenger: 4-Way Manual

    Second Row: 60:40 Split, Recline

    Third Row: 50:50 Tumble

     

    Driver: 6-Way Power 

    Front Passenger: 4-Way Power

    Second Row: 60:40 Recline and Slide with Center Armrest and Third-row Easy Entry Function

    Third Row: 60:40 Fold Flat 

    Seatback Table

    Without

    Without

    With

    Information Display

    With

    With 

     

    With 

     

    Steering Wheel Material

    Urethane

    Leather

     

    Leather

     

    Shift Knob 

    Urethane With Sequential 

    Urethane

     Leather 

    Steering Wheel Switch

    Audio and MID

    Audio

     

    Audio

     

    Sun Visors

    With Passenger Mirror

    With Passenger Mirror

     

    With Passenger Mirror

     

    Inside Door Handle

    Chrome

    Chrome

     Chrome

    Assist Grip

    Front: One

    Rear: Two

    Front: Two

    Rear: Four

    Front: Two

    Rear: Four

    Door Trim

    With Brown Accent

    With Silver Accent

     

    With 

     

    Glasses Case

    With

    With

     With

    Seat Back Pockets

    With

    With

     With

    Deck Box

    With

    Without

     With

    Front Personal Lamp

    With

    With 

     With

    Room Lamp

    With

    With

     With

    Luggage Room Lamp

    With

    With

     With

    Keyless Entry

    With

    With

     With

    Push Start

    With

    With

    With

    Power Steering

    With

    With

     With 

    Power Windows

    Driver Window with Jam Protect

    Driver Window with Jam Protect

     

    Driver Window with Jam Protect

     

    Power Door Locks

    Speed-Sensing 

    With 

     

    Speed-Sensing

     

    Air-conditioning System

    Manual Digital

     

    Manual 

     

     

    Automatic 

     

    Audio Type

    8-Inch Display Audio ,USB, Bluetooth, Apple Carplay, Android Auto

    7-Inch Touchscreen ,USB, Bluetooth, Apple Carplay, Android Auto

     

    12.3-Inch Touchscreen ,USB,  Bluetooth

     

    Wireless Charging

    Without

    Without

    With

    Speakers

    Four

    Four + Two Tweeters

     Six

    SRS Airbags

    Driver,  Passenger, Side, Curtain Shield

    Driver, Front Passenger

     

    Driver, Front Passenger

     

    Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS)

    With Brake Assist and  Electronic Brakeforce Distribution (EBD)

    With Brake Assist and Electronic Brakeforce Distribution (EBD)

     With Brake Assist and Electronic Brakeforce Distribution (EBD)

    Vehicle Stability Control (VSC)

    With

    With

     With

    Hill-Start Assist Control (HAC)

    With

    With

     With

    Seatbelts

    Front: Three-point ELR with Pretensioner and Force Limiter (x2)

    Second Row: Three-point ELR (x3)

    Third Row: Three-point ELR (x2)

    Front: Three-point ELR with Pretensioner (x2)

    Second Row: Three-point ELR (x3)

    Third Row: Three-point ELR (x2)

    Front: Three-point ELR with Pretensioner (x2)

    Second Row: Three-point ELR (x3)

    Third Row: Three-point ELR (x2)

    Child Restraint System

    Isofix and Tether Anchor

    Isofix and Tether Anchor

     Isofix and Tether Anchor

    Emergency Brake Signal

    With

    With

     With

    Security System 

    Toyota Vehicle Security System (TVSS)

    Immobilizer and Horn

     

    Immobilizer and Horn

     

    Parking Support

     

    Reverse Camera and Clearance and Back Sonar, Rear Cross Traffic Alert

     

    Without 

     

    Front and Rear Sonar, 360-degree Panoramic View

     

    Blind Spot Monitor

    With

     Without

     Without

    Cruise Control 

    Without

    Without

    With

    Available Body Colors

    Greenish Gun Metal Mica Metallic, Silver Metallic 4, Black Metallic 1, Dark Red Mica Metallic

    Blade Silver Metallic, Graphite Gray, Quartz White Pearl, Red Metallic 

     

    Roland Purple, Polar Ash, and Warm White

     

    PRICE

    P1.039 million

    P1.160 million  

     

    P1.338 million 

     

     

    Photos from Toyota Motor Philippines, Mitsubishi Motors Philippines Corporation, Maxus Philippines, and Roy Robles

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