Waiting for Release, Mitsubishi Xpander Hybrid Fuel Consumption
Not only Xpander, at the same time Mitsubishi Motors Corporation (MMC) also launched its SUV version, namely the Mitsubishi Xpander Cross hybrid.
As the newest electric vehicle from the three diamond manufacturer using Hybrid Electric Vehicle (HEV) technology called e:motion, the Xpander hybrid was launched first by MMC in the White Elephant Country, not without reason. This was conveyed directly by Atsushi Kurita, President Director of PT Mitsubishi Motors Krama Yudha Sales Indonesia (MMKSI) to media partners recently.
"Seeing the market potential, Mitsubishi Motors Corporation took the initiative to first launch it (Xpander hybrid) in Thailand. It was prioritized in Thailand first because there is a special program provided by the Thai government for hybrid cars which is very profitable," he said. It is stated that the presence of the Xpander hybrid in Indonesia is still waiting for the right time.
"When will we bring it to Indonesia? It depends on the development of hybrid cars. I can't say now when it can be brought, at least I can say that technically we are waiting for directions from the principals and requests from the Indonesian people. Mitsubishi is essentially ready with hybrids. Just waiting when the right time," he explained
The appearance has not changed, the Mitsubishi Xpander Hybrid uses a new engine with a single electric motor
The HEV technology that Mitsubishi calls e:motion on the Xpander hybrid is basically a development of the Plug-in Hybrid Electric Vehicle (PHEV).
In appearance, the Xpander hybrid is very identical to the Xpander facelift which was launched in Indonesia in 2021.
As an identity, the hybrid version of this car is equipped with the HEV and HYBRID EV logos on several parts.
In Thailand, in terms of performance, this car is equipped with a 4A92 4-cylinder in-line MIVEC DOHC 16 valve 1.6-liter petrol engine with battery and electric motor.
The conventional petrol engine can produce 95 PS of power at 5,100 rpm with peak torque of 134 Nm at 4,500 rpm.
Using a hybrid system called e:motion, combining a conventional engine with an electric motor can produce power of 85 kW (116 PS) with a maximum torque of 255 Nm.
Based on New European Driving Cycle (NEDC) testing, for city use the Xpander hybrid is claimed to be 15% more economical than the regular version. The electric motor used gets power from a lithium-ion battery.
The Xpander hybrid has seven driving modes, two of which are EV Priory and Charge which can be used if using an electric motorbike battery.
Meanwhile, five other driving modes can be used according to road conditions, such as Normal, Tarmac, Gravel, Mud and Wet.
Having a working system similar to a PHEV car, when accelerating initially the driver will feel the car moving more smoothly and silently because only the battery and electric motor work to move the car.
