Taking a first look at the Xpander 2018, our impression is that it actually has the appearance of an SUV despite being a 7-seater MPV.
Following Mitsubishi’s new Dynamic Shield Design philosophy, the new Expander receives a sporty and modern look thanks to a host of exterior tweaks embedded into.
The Expander 2018 receives a sporty and modern appearance
To be specific, the trademark design language is seen clearly on the front fascia. Frankly speaking, the Expander’s front fascia closely resembles the Mitsubishi eX Concept, which was shown off at last year’s Geneva Motor Show. The front grille, accordingly, gets a horizontal layered face, the brand’s latest X-shaped radiator grille and full LED headlights. Specially, you can also spot LEDs on the hood along with fog lamps positioned below the daytime running lights.
The front fascia of the car shows clearly Mitsubishi’s new Dynamic Shield Design
The side profile is emphasized by blacked-out D pillars, chrome strips running across the window sill, flared fenders, floating roof rails, strong character lines and most strikingly, a new set of two-tone split spoke 16-inch alloy wheels protected by heavily sculpted wheel arches.
The side profile of the Mitsubishi Expander is emphasized by blacked-out D pillars, chrome strips, etc.
In the meantime, the black rear design of the Mitsubishi Expander is again somewhat similar to the eX Concept. However, it looks sportier with stylish L-shaped combination rear LED lights, mated to a small spoiler on the back.
The Xpander 2018 looks sportier with stylish L-shaped combination rear LED lights, mated to a small spoiler on the back
In spite of this flashy exterior, some say the Expander 2018's shape is not aerodynamic as light placement is considered too low, making the MPV feel less fit. Others claim that the Dynamic Shield grille and fog lights/split head treatment have only one main function, that is making the whole nose messy and swollen. In any case, everyone has their own story but to our eyes, the Expander is still very sleek and attractive compared to other vehicles in its segment. So what is your view?
