Verdict
Just RM1,092 separates these two, but they serve very different Malaysian jobs. The JMC Vigus Pro is the five-seat pickup choice, bringing 340 Nm from 1,500 rpm, all-wheel drive, an eight-speed automatic and a locking rear differential. It is also 830 mm longer than the Xpander. The Mitsubishi is the more family-focused seven-seat MPV, with rear air vents, folding second- and third-row seats, and a 495-litre boot. Its RM120 annual road tax and five-year unlimited-mileage warranty make the running proposition easier too.
Pick the JMC Vigus Pro if you need a five-seat pickup with 340 Nm, all-wheel drive and a locking rear differential.
Pick the Mitsubishi Xpander if you need seven seats, a 495-litre boot, rear air vents and lower RM120 annual road tax.
Key differences
- Price: JMC Vigus Pro RM98,888; Mitsubishi Xpander RM99,980.
- Seats: JMC Vigus Pro 5; Mitsubishi Xpander 7.
- Torque: JMC Vigus Pro 340 Nm at 1,500 rpm; Mitsubishi Xpander 141 Nm at 4,000 rpm.
- Driveline: JMC Vigus Pro all-wheel drive; Mitsubishi Xpander front-wheel drive.
- Transmission: JMC Vigus Pro 8-speed automatic; Mitsubishi Xpander 4AT.
- Warranty: JMC Vigus Pro 3 years/100,000 km; Mitsubishi Xpander 5 years/unlimited mileage.
Vigus Pro
- 340 Nm diesel torque arrives at 1,500 rpm.
- All-wheel drive and locking rear differential.
- Eight-speed automatic with manual mode and paddle shifts.
- Only five seats versus the Xpander's seven.
- No rear air vents or blower control.
- Three-year/100,000-km warranty trails the Xpander's five-year unlimited-mileage cover.
Xpander
- Seven seats with split-folding second and third rows.
- Rear air vents with blower control and a 495-litre boot.
- Five-year unlimited-mileage warranty and RM120 annual road tax.
- 141 Nm at 4,000 rpm is well below the Vigus Pro's 340 Nm at 1,500 rpm.
- Four-speed automatic versus the Vigus Pro's eight-speed unit.
- No front parking sensors, where the Vigus Pro has two.
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM98,888✓ | RM99,980 |
| Body type | Pickup | MPV |
| Segment | Truck/4X4 | B-Segment |
| Assembly | CKD | CKD |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM439 | RM120✓ |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 16-valve DOHC with Variable Geometry Turbocharger and Direct Injection | 16-valve DOHC naturally-aspirated, variable valve timing |
| Capacity | 1,998 cc | 1,499 cc |
| Horsepower | 139 hp at 3,600 rpm✓ | 104 hp at 6,000 rpm |
| Torque | 340 Nm at 1,500 rpm✓ | 141 Nm at 4,000 rpm |
| Cylinder Arrangement | Inline 4 | Inline 4 |
| Fuel | Diesel | Petrol |
| Bore × Stroke | 86 mm × 86 mm | 75 mm × 84.8 mm |
| Compression Ratio | 9.7 | 10.5 |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Conventional Automatic | Conventional Automatic |
| Transmission Name | 8-speed Auto Transmission with Manual Mode | 4AT |
| Gears | 8 | 4 |
| Transmission Manufacturer | ZF | Jatco |
| Driveline | All Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 5,305 mm | 4,475 mm |
| Width | 1,905 mm | 1,750 mm |
| Height | 1,835 mm | 1,720 mm |
| Wheelbase | 3,085 mm | 2,775 mm |
| Weight | 1,995 kg | 1,240 kg |
| Fuel Tank | 68 litres | 45 litres |
| Doors | 4 | 5 |
| Seats | 5 | 7 |
| Boot Space | — | 495 litres |
| Front Tyre | 265/70R16 | 205/55R17 |
| Rear Tyre | 265/70R16 | 205/55R17 |
| Spare Tyre | Full-size 16" Steel | Full Size |
| Factory Tyres | Maxxis Bravo All-terrain | Bridgestone Ecopia 150 |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Malaysia (CKD) | Malaysia (CKD) |
| Front Suspension | Double Wishbones | MacPherson strut |
| Rear Suspension | Solid Axle with Leaf Springs | Torsion Beam |
| Front Wheels | 16" 2-tone 12-spoke Alloy | 17" Alloy |
| Rear Wheels | 16" 2-tone 12-spoke Alloy | 17" Alloy |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Hydraulic Power Steering) | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| Chassis Notes | Locking Rear Differential | — |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | 2 (Driver and Passenger) | 2 (Driver and Passenger) |
| 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 | 7 Three-point |
| ISOFIX | Available for 2 Outer Rear Seats | Available for two outer middle row passenger seats |
| Lane-keeping Assist | No | — |
| Seatbelt Reminder | For Front Seats | Front Seats Only |
| Safety Notes | Hill Descent Control | — |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | Halogen Projector | LED Projectors |
| Taillamps | Bulb | LED Combination |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | ✓ |
| Front Foglamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Rear Foglamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Manual Adjustable | Manual Adjustable |
| Rear Seats | Fixed Backrest | Second row 60:40 Split Fold, Third row 50:50 Split Fold |
| Front Air-con | Manual Single-zone | Single-zone Manual Climate Control |
| Rear Air-con | — | Rear Vents with Blower Control |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front, 1 Front USB | 1 Front, 2 USB Front, 2 USB Rear |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights | Map Lights |
| Cup Holders | 1 Front | 2 Front, 2 Middle Row, 2 Last Row |
| Audio | 8" Infotainment Touchscreen with 4 Speakers | 9" Touchscreen with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto |
| Convenience | ||
| Power Windows | Four Windows, Auto Up and Down with Anti-pinch | Four Windows, Driver's Side Auto Up and Down |
| Engine Start | Manual Key | Keyless Push Button |
| Locks | Remote Control Activation | Keyless Operation |
| Auto Headlamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Auto Wipers | ✓ | — |
| Cruise Control | Passive Cruise Control | Passive Cruise Control |
| Tiptronic | ✓ | — |
| Paddle Shift | ✓ | — |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | — | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | Manual Operation | Remote Control Activation |
| Parking Sensor Front | 2 Sensors | — |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 2 Sensors | 2 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Yes | Yes |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| Hill Start Assist | ✓ | ✓ |
| Instrument Cluster | Backlit Analogue | Electroluminescent Analogue |
| Parking Brake | Handbrake | Electronic |
| Convenience Notes | Heated Door Mirrors | — |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty Mileage Manufacturer | 100,000 km | Unlimited✓ |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 3 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 Vigus Pro & Xpander for sale
Vigus Pro vs Xpander FAQ
Is the JMC Vigus Pro or Mitsubishi Xpander better?
The Xpander is better for carrying up to seven people, with rear air vents, folding rear seating and a 495-litre boot. Choose the Vigus Pro for pickup duties, 340 Nm diesel torque, all-wheel drive and its locking rear differential.
What is the price difference?
The Mitsubishi Xpander costs RM1,092 more than the JMC Vigus Pro: RM99,980 against RM98,888.
Which one has lower annual road tax?
The Mitsubishi Xpander has lower annual road tax at RM120, compared with RM439 for the JMC Vigus Pro. The annual difference is RM319.
