Following its international reveal just a few days in the past, the Mitsubishi Destinator is now making its launch debut at this yr’s Gaikindo Indonesia Worldwide Auto Present (GIIAS). First previewed by 2024’s DST Ideathe Destinator is a three-row SUV that won’t solely be offered in markets within the ASEAN area, but in addition these in South Asia, Latin America, the Center East in addition to Africa.
In Indonesia the place it is occurring sale first, the Destinator is obtainable in three variants, together with the bottom GLS that’s priced at 385 million rupiah (about RM100k), the mid-range Exceed at 405 million rupiah (RM105k) and the range-topping Final at 465 million rupiah (RM121k). All three are powered by a 4B40 1.5 litre turbocharged inline-four petrol engine making 163 PS (161 hp or 120 kW) at 5,000 rpm and 250 Nm of torque from 2,500 to 4,000 rpm, with drive despatched to the entrance wheels through a CVT.
Additionally customary are all-round ventilated brake discs, a 45-litre gasoline tank, entrance MacPherson struts, a rear torsion beam, Energetic Yaw Management (AYC) and 18-inch wheels, the final of that are both in a monotone (GLS and Exceed) or two-tone (Final) end. 5 selectable drive modes (Regular, Moist, Gravel, Tarmac and Mud) can be found from the Exceed onwards.
When it comes to dimensions, the Destinator measures 4,680 mm lengthy, 1,840 mm vast, 1,780 mm tall and has a wheelbase spanning 2,815 mm. That places it within the ballpark of the Honda CR-V that’s 4,691 mm lengthy, 1,866 mm vast and 1,681 mm tall, though the CR-V’s wheelbase of two,701 mm is comparably much less. Right here’s an inventory of different fashions – some additionally with three-row seating – and their dimensions (Indonesia market specs) for those who want additional context:
Mitsubishi Xforce
- Size: 4,390 mm
- Width: 1,810 mm
- Peak: 1,660 mm
- Wheelbase: 2,650 mm
Mitsubishi Xpander
- Size: 4,595 mm
- Width: 1,750 mm
- Peak: 1,730-1,750 mm
- Wheelbase: 2,775 mm
Mitsubishi Xpander Cross
- Size: 4,595 mm
- Width: 1,790 mm
- Peak: 1,750 mm
- Wheelbase: 2,775 mm
Toyota progresses
- Size: 4,395 mm
- Width: 1,730 mm
- Peak: 1,665-1,700 mm
- Wheelbase: 2,750 mm
Toyota Kijang Innova
- Size: 4,735 mm
- Width: 1,830 mm
- Peak: 1,795 mm
- Wheelbase: 2,750 mm
Toyota Kijang Innova Zenix
- Size: 4,755 mm
- Width: 1,850 mm
- Peak: 1,795 mm
- Wheelbase: 2,850 mm
Toyota Rush
- Size: 4,435 mm
- Width: 1,695 mm
- Peak: 1,705 mm
- Wheelbase: 2,685 mm
Perodua Aruz
- Size: 4,435 mm
- Width: 1,695 mm
- Peak: 1,740 mm
- Wheelbase: 2,685 mm
Mitsubishi additionally offered data related to those that intend to carry their Destinator to face difficult terrain, together with a floor clearance of 214 mm (244 mm with out the automobile’s below cowl), an strategy angle of 21 levels, a breakover angle of 20.8 levels, a departure angle of 25.5 levels and minimal turning radius of 5.4 metres.
As for a way the SUV seems, the Destinator clearly attracts inspiration from the Xforcemost notably with its Dynamic Defend face. Nevertheless, the acrylic grille has a extra distinctive look with its honeycomb-patterned higher and decrease row of vertical slats.
Stated grille is visually linked to the stacked headlamps, that are accompanied by T-shaped daytime operating lights which have dashed mild strips beside the principle headlamp cluster. Elsewhere, the decrease consumption will get a thick, hexagonal-shaped encompass incorporating the fog lamps – this is available in completely different finishes relying on the chosen trim stage.
For that visible pop, sculpted creases over the wheel arches and backside sections of the doorways could be discovered alongside the edges together with black cladding. There are additionally blacked-out pillars, with the C-pillars specifically getting an ornamental slotted piece.
The rear showcases Mitsubishi’s Hexaguard Horizon idea, a hexagonal motif stated to be impressed by the spare tyres on the again of the legendary Pajero. This highlights the Destinator’s rugged SUV functionality, whereas the T-shaped taillights mimic the look of the entrance lights to emphasize the automobile’s width.
Inside, the dashboard design is just like what we discover within the Xforce, with a sizeable “body” for the sunken eight-inch digital instrument cluster (or analogue unit with a 4.2-inch multi-info show) and 12.3-inch infotainment touchscreen (different is an eight-inch unit).
The air vents in addition to the digital display screen for the air-conditioning system (computerized dual-zone or handbook single-zone) and accompanying controls on the centre stack additionally look like taken from the smaller SUV. In the meantime, the centre console is made distinctive with extra gloss black actual property and a taller gear lever, however the positioning of the controls (digital parking brake on the left, drive mode on the appropriate, engine begin button within the higher proper) is acquainted.
The seven seats are configured in a 2-3-2 structure, with the second row being a 40:20:40 split-folding bench that has an armrest and cupholders within the center ‘20’ bit. Larger-end variants include tray tables behind the entrance seatbacks, and a 50:50 split-folding bench within the third row is customary throughout the vary.
Accessible tools for the Destinator embrace cloth or artificial leather-based seat upholstery, Android Auto and Apple CarPlay assist, a panoramic sunroof, 64-colour ambient lighting, 4 or six audio system and Mitsubishi Join telematics.
Solely the Final will get a variety of superior driver help programs (ADAS), together with ahead collision mitigation (with AEB), adaptive cruise management, blind spot warning with lane change help, computerized excessive beam and rear cross site visitors alert.
The range-topper is the one one with computerized headlamps and rain-sensing wipers, a multi-view reverse digicam and 6 airbags. Patrons may also pay extra for a hands-free powered tailgate, a powered driver’s seat and eight-speaker Yamaha sound system. The remainder of the vary makes do with passive cruise management (Exceed solely), a traditional reverse digicam and 4 airbags. Patrons can select from Jet Black Mica, Quartz White Pearl, Blade Silver Metallic, Graphite Gray Metallic and Lunar Blue.
With a value vary of between 385 million rupiah (RM100k) and 465 million rupiah (RM121k), the Destinator is costlier than the Xpander Cross in Indonesia that goes for between 338 million and 364.2 million rupiah (RM88k and RM94k). It’s considerably costlier than the common Xpander, which begins from 270.1 million rupiah (RM70k) and tops out at 337.8 million rupiah (RM88k).
Curiously, the smaller Xforce has a better beginning value than its larger brother at 388 million rupiah (RM101k), though it tops out at 429.35 million rupiah (RM111k). Thoughts you, the Xforce is a pure five-seater and comes with a 1.5 litre naturally-aspirated inline-four petrol engine making 105 PS (103 hp) and 141 Nm, paired with a CVT driving the entrance wheels.
Outdoors the Mitsubishi household, the Destinator is comparable by way of value to the Toyota Kijang Innova that begins from 389.1 million rupiah (RM101k). The Mitsubishi SUV’s beginning value is greater than each the Avanza and Rush – below 300 million rupiah (RM78k) – though it’s almost half that of Honda CR-V that begins from 759 million rupiah (RM197k). Are you hoping for the Destinator to come back to Malaysia? Given the pricing in Indonesia, do you suppose the model’s new three-row SUV shall be aggressive in our market?
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