The Mitsubishi Xforce is a subcompact crossover SUV produced by Mitsubishi Motors, primarily aimed at emerging markets in Southeast Asia and Latin America. Introduced in August 2023, the Xforce represents Mitsubishi’s attempt to capture a significant share of the rapidly growing SUV segment in these regions. While not currently sold in the United States, the Xforce is positioned as a stylish and practical vehicle offering a blend of comfort, technology, and affordability. It fills a niche below the larger Outlander and Outlander Sport models offered in North America, focusing on providing a modern driving experience tailored to the needs of families and urban commuters in its target markets.
Mitsubishi Xforce: An Overview
The Xforce is built on a reinforced version of the Global Small Platform (GSM-X), which underpins other Mitsubishi models like the XPander. This platform allows for a balance between vehicle weight, rigidity, and cost-effectiveness. The vehicle is designed with a focus on aesthetics, featuring a bold front grille, dynamic lines, and a spacious interior. The Xforce is offered with a single engine option – a 1.5-liter MIVEC inline-four – paired with a continuously variable transmission (CVT). This powertrain configuration prioritizes fuel efficiency and smooth operation, making it well-suited for city driving and long-distance travel.
Engine & Performance
The Mitsubishi Xforce is powered by a 1.5-liter MIVEC inline-four cylinder gasoline engine, producing 105 horsepower at 6000 rpm and 141 Nm (104 lb.-ft.) of torque at 4000 rpm. The engine utilizes Mitsubishi’s MIVEC (Mitsubishi Innovative Valve timing and lift Electronic Control) technology, which optimizes valve timing for improved performance and fuel economy across a wider range of engine speeds. The engine’s power output translates to a power-to-weight ratio of 84.3 horsepower per tonne and a torque-to-weight ratio of 113.3 Nm per tonne. The engine is transversely mounted at the front of the vehicle and drives the front wheels via a CVT. The CVT provides seamless gear changes and contributes to the Xforce’s fuel efficiency. While not designed for outright speed, the powertrain delivers adequate performance for everyday driving conditions and comfortably handles highway speeds. The weight-to-power ratio of 11.9 kg/Hp indicates a reasonable balance between engine output and vehicle mass.
Design & Features
The Mitsubishi Xforce boasts a modern and eye-catching design. Its exterior features a prominent front grille with horizontal chrome accents, sleek LED headlights, and a sculpted body shape. The vehicle’s elevated ride height of 222 mm (8.74 inches) provides good ground clearance for navigating uneven road surfaces, a common requirement in many of its target markets. The interior of the Xforce is designed to be spacious and comfortable, with seating for five passengers. Key features include a modern infotainment system with a touchscreen display, smartphone connectivity (Apple CarPlay and Android Auto), and a range of safety features such as ABS (Anti-lock Braking System). The Xforce also incorporates a Start & Stop system to further enhance fuel efficiency. The vehicle’s dimensions – 4390 mm (172.83 inches) in length, 1810 mm (71.26 inches) in width, and 1660 mm (65.35 inches) in height – position it squarely within the subcompact SUV segment. The approach, departure, and ramp-over angles (21°, 30.5°, and 20.5° respectively) suggest a degree of off-road capability, although the Xforce is primarily intended for on-road use.
Technical Specifications
| Brand | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Xforce |
| Generation | Xforce |
| Type (Engine) | 1.5 MIVEC (105 Hp) CVT |
| Start of production | August, 2023 |
| Powertrain Architecture | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type | SUV |
| Seats | 5 |
| Doors | 5 |
| Fuel Type | Petrol (Gasoline) |
| Weight-to-power ratio | 11.9 kg/Hp |
| Weight-to-torque ratio | 8.8 kg/Nm |
| Power | 105 Hp @ 6000 rpm |
| Power per litre | 70 Hp/l |
| Torque | 141 Nm @ 4000 rpm |
| Torque (lb.-ft.) | 104 lb.-ft. @ 4000 rpm |
| Engine layout | Front, Transverse |
| Engine Model/Code | MIVEC 4A91 |
| Engine displacement | 1499 cm3 |
| Engine displacement (cu. in.) | 91.47 cu. in. |
| Number of cylinders | 4 |
| Engine configuration | Inline |
| Cylinder Bore | 75 mm |
| Cylinder Bore (in.) | 2.95 in. |
| Piston Stroke | 84.8 mm |
| Piston Stroke (in.) | 3.34 in. |
| Compression ratio | 10:1 |
| Number of valves per cylinder | 4 |
| Fuel injection system | Multi-port manifold injection |
| Engine aspiration | Naturally aspirated engine |
| Valvetrain | DOHC |
| Kerb Weight | 1245 kg |
| Kerb Weight (lbs.) | 2744.76 lbs. |
| Fuel tank capacity | 42 l |
| Fuel tank capacity (US gal) | 11.1 US gal |
| Fuel tank capacity (UK gal) | 9.24 UK gal |
| Length | 4390 mm |
| Length (in.) | 172.83 in. |
| Width | 1810 mm |
| Width (in.) | 71.26 in. |
| Height | 1660 mm |
| Height (in.) | 65.35 in. |
| Wheelbase | 2650 mm |
| Wheelbase (in.) | 104.33 in. |
| Front track | 1560 mm |
| Front track (in.) | 61.42 in. |
| Rear (Back) track | 1565 mm |
| Rear (Back) track (in.) | 61.61 in. |
| Ride height (ground clearance) | 222 mm |
| Ride height (ground clearance) (in.) | 8.74 in. |
| Minimum turning circle (turning diameter) | 10.4 m |
| Minimum turning circle (turning diameter) (ft.) | 34.12 ft. |
| Drivetrain Architecture | Front wheel drive |
| Number of gears and type of gearbox | automatic transmission CVT |
| Front suspension | Independent type McPherson |
| Rear suspension | Torsion |
| Front brakes | Disc |
| Rear brakes | Disc |
| Assisting systems | ABS (Anti-lock braking system) |
| Steering type | Steering rack and pinion |
| Power steering | Electric Steering |
| Tires size | 225/50 R18 |
| Wheel rims size | 18 |
The Mitsubishi Xforce represents a significant step for Mitsubishi in catering to the specific demands of emerging markets. Its combination of modern design, practical features, and efficient powertrain makes it a competitive offering in the subcompact SUV segment.
