Recently, on January 10, 2024, Mitsubishi launched their all-new small SUV model, the Xforce, in the Vietnamese market. This SUV is the commercial version of the Mitsubishi XFC concept car, which was initially showcased at the Vietnam Auto Show in 2022.
The Mitsubishi Xforce has made its official debut in Vietnam.
In Vietnam, the Mitsubishi Xforce is available in 4 different versions: GLX, Exceed, Premium, and Ultimate. The prices for the GLX, Exceed, and Premium versions of this B-segment SUV range from 620 – 699 million VND, while the price for the Ultimate version has not been announced yet. Overall, this model offers an attractive price range in the B-segment SUV market and is even more affordable compared to the South Korean Hyundai Creta.
So what are the differences in terms of equipment among the 4 versions of the Mitsubishi Xforce? This article provides you with the answers.
Comparison of the exterior equipment among the 4 versions of the Mitsubishi Xforce:
It’s not surprising to find significant differences in terms of exterior equipment among the 4 versions of the Mitsubishi Xforce. The standard GLX version, for example, comes with monochrome 17-inch alloy wheels and LED projector headlights, while the other 3 versions boast sportier 18-inch two-tone alloy wheels.
The standard version of the Mitsubishi Xforce is also lacking some features that are only available in the higher-end versions. These features include front LED fog lights, automatic headlights, automatic rain-sensing wipers, and an electrically adjustable tailgate.
Front LED fog lights are only available in the high-end version of the Mitsubishi Xforce.
Mitsubishi Xforce features 18-inch alloy wheels.
The high-end version of the Mitsubishi Xforce comes with an electrically adjustable tailgate.
| Category | GLX | Exceed | Premium | Ultimate |
| Dimensions (mm) | 4,390 x 1,810 x 1,660 | 4,390 x 1,810 x 1,660 | 4,390 x 1,810 x 1,660 | 4,390 x 1,810 x 1,660 |
| Wheelbase (mm) | 2,650 | 2,650 | 2,650 | 2,650 |
| Ground Clearance (mm) | 219 | 222 | 222 | 222 |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson | MacPherson | MacPherson | MacPherson |
| Rear Suspension | Torsion Beam | Torsion Beam | Torsion Beam | Torsion Beam |
| Headlights | LED Projector | LED Projector | LED Projector | LED Projector |
| Automatic Headlights | No | No | Yes | Yes |
| Front LED Fog Lights | No | LED Projector | LED Projector | LED Projector |
| Rear Lights | LED | LED | LED | LED |
| Automatic Rain-sensing Wipers | No | No | Yes | Yes |
| Wheels (inch) | 17 | 18 | 18 | 18 |
| Tire Size | 205/60R17 | 225/50R18 | 225/50R18 | 225/50R18 |
| Electrically Adjustable Tailgate | No | No | No | Yes |
Comparison table of the exterior equipment among the 4 versions of the Mitsubishi Xforce.
Comparison of the interior equipment among the 4 versions of the Mitsubishi Xforce:
Similar to the exterior, the interior of the Mitsubishi Xforce standard version is less equipped compared to the higher-end versions. The standard interior features of this model include fabric seats, second-row seats with 8-level reclining, push-button start, keyless entry, electronic parking brake with auto hold function, 8-inch touchscreen infotainment system, and an analog gauge cluster.
The higher-end versions offer additional features such as heat-absorbing leather seats, a 12.3-inch touchscreen infotainment system, wireless Apple CarPlay/Android Auto connectivity, an 8-inch digital gauge cluster, dual-zone automatic climate control, nanoe-X air purification function, wireless phone charging, interior ambient lighting, and a Dynamic Sound Yamaha Premium 8-speaker audio system with tweeters on the A-pillar, front door woofers, and rear door coaxial speakers.
Mitsubishi Xforce’s multifunctional steering wheel.
The high-end version of the Mitsubishi Xforce comes with leather seats.
The high-end version also features an audio system developed by Mitsubishi and Yamaha.
| Category | GLX | Exceed | Premium | Ultimate |
| Seating Capacity | 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 |
| Seat Material | Fabric | Fabric | Heat-absorbing Leather | Heat-absorbing Leather |
| Adjustable Second-row Seats with 8-level Reclining | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Steering Wheel | 3-spoke | 3-spoke | 3-spoke | 3-spoke |
| Multifunction Steering Wheel | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Gauge Cluster | Analog | Analog | 8-inch Digital | 8-inch Digital |
| Infotainment Display | 8-inch Touchscreen | 8-inch Touchscreen | 12.3-inch Touchscreen | 12.3-inch Touchscreen |
| Wireless Apple CarPlay/Android Auto Connectivity | No | No | Yes | Yes |
| Audio System | Standard | Standard | Standard | Dynamic Sound Yamaha Premium 8-speaker System |
| Dual-zone Independent Automatic Climate Control | No | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Rear Air Vents | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| nanoe-X Air Purification Function | No | No | Yes | Yes |
| Wireless Phone Charging | No | No | Yes | Yes |
| Interior Ambient Lighting | No | No | Yes | Yes |
| Sunroof | No | No | No | No |
| Electronic Parking Brake and Auto Brake Hold | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Push-button Start | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Keyless Entry | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
Comparison table of the interior equipment among the 4 versions of the Mitsubishi Xforce.
Comparison of the safety equipment among the 4 versions of the Mitsubishi Xforce:
Similar to the interior equipment, most of the advanced safety features of the Mitsubishi Xforce are found in the higher-end versions. The standard version of the car comes with 4 airbags, a rearview camera, Active Yaw Control (AYC) for cornering, Anti-lock Braking System (ABS), Electronic Brakeforce Distribution (EBD), Brake Assist (BA), Hill Start Assist, and Electronic Stability Control.
The higher-end versions, on the other hand, offer additional safety features such as 6 airbags, blind spot warning, tire pressure monitoring system, reverse parking sensors, rear cross-traffic alert, adaptive cruise control, automatic headlights, forward collision warning/mitigation, and forward vehicle departure alert.
The attractive safety features of the Mitsubishi Xforce are only available in the high-end version.
| Category | GLX | Exceed | Premium | Ultimate |
| Front/Rear Brakes | Vented Disc/Disc | Vented Disc/Disc | Vented Disc/Disc | Vented Disc/Disc |
| Number of Airbags | 4 | 4 | 6 | 6 |
| Anti-lock Braking System (ABS) | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Electronic Brakeforce Distribution (EBD) | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Brake Assist (BA) | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Hill Start Assist | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Electronic Stability Control | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Active Yaw Control (AYC) | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Rearview Camera | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Rear Parking Sensors | No | No | Yes | Yes |
| Tire Pressure Monitoring System | No | No | Yes | Yes |
| Adaptive Cruise Control | No | No | No | Yes |
| Automatic Headlights | No | No | No | No |
| Forward Collision Warning/Mitigation | No | No | No | Yes |
| Forward Vehicle Departure Alert | No | No | No | Yes |
Comparison table of the safety equipment among the 4 versions of the Mitsubishi Xforce.
Comparison of the engine specifications among the 4 versions of the Mitsubishi Xforce:
Regardless of the version, the Mitsubishi Xforce is powered by a 1.5L 4-cylinder gasoline engine, capable of delivering a maximum power of 105 horsepower and a peak torque of 141 Nm. This is the same engine employed in the Mitsubishi Xpander. The engine is paired with a continuously variable transmission (CVT) and front-wheel drive.
The Mitsubishi Xforce shares the same engine as the Xpander.
However, only the Premium and Ultimate versions of the Mitsubishi Xforce offer 4 driving modes, including Normal, Water Road, Gravel Road, and Mud Road.
| Category | GLX | Exceed | Premium | Ultimate |
| Engine Type | 1.5L MIVEC | |||
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | |||
| Number of Cylinders | 4 | |||
| Displacement | 1.5L | |||
| Maximum Power (hp) | 104 | |||
| Maximum Torque (Nm) | 141 | |||
| Transmission | Continuously Variable Transmission (CVT) | |||
| Drive Type | Front-Wheel Drive (FWD) | |||
| Driving Mode Selection | No | Normal, Water Road, Gravel Road, Mud Road |
Comparison table of the engine specifications among the 4 versions of the Mitsubishi Xforce.
As you can see, the standard version of the Mitsubishi Xforce offers basic equipment, which may be less appealing to Vietnamese customers. This strategy could encourage customers to consider the higher-end versions of Mitsubishi vehicles.
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