Mitsubishi Prepares a Surprise at GIIAS 2021,Xpander Facelift
Mitsubishi Motors is suspected to be preparing the latest surprise at the Gaikindo Indonesia International Auto Show (GIIAS 2021) which will take place this November. As reported by Zigwheels Thursday (14/10/2021), the surprise is allegedly due to the presence of the Xp style="font-family: arial; font-size: large;">ander Facelift. This is proven by the leaking of Mitsubishi images. Facelift during the shooting process in Jakarta ahead of the launch shortly.
Among the changes detected were an updated headlamp design, DRL headlamps, as well as a slightly aggressive rear bumper design, followed by an all-new rim design.
What is surprising is the presence of a facelift model in such a short time, considering that the Xpander was just given a facelift model last year.
The appearance of the Mitsubishi Xpander Facelift is leaking. it is suspected that this latest variant will be introduced at GIIAS 2021. FOTO/ Zigwheels
JAKARTA - Mitsubishi Motors is suspected of preparing the latest surprise at the Gaikindo Indonesia International Auto Show (GIIAS 2021) which will take place this November.
As reported by Zigwheels on Thursday (14/10/2021), the surprise was allegedly due to the presence of the Xpander Facelift.
Xpander Facelift Leaks, Mitsubishi Prepares a Surprise at GIIAS 2021
This is evidenced by the leaking of images of the Mitsubishi Facelift during the shooting process in Jakarta ahead of the launch shortly.
Among the changes detected were an updated headlamp design, DRL headlamps, as well as a slightly aggressive rear bumper design, followed by an all-new rim design.
justify;">What is surprising is the presence of a facelift model in such a short time, considering that the Xpander was just given a facelift model last year.
Xpander Facelift Leaks, Mitsubishi Prepares a Surprise at GIIAS 2021
The Mitsubishi Xpander first appeared on the official Mitsubishi website on July 17, 2017. This car was introduced on July 24, 2017, in Jakarta and launched on August 10, 2017, at the GIIAS 2017 exhibition at the Indonesia Convention Exhibition BSD, South Tangerang.
There's Toyota Intervention, Mazda Leaks CX-50 SUV Looks
Last week, Mazda just announced the lineup of SUVs that will be offered in the future, starting with the CX-50 which is scheduled to be introduced next month, followed by four other models namely the CX-60, CX-70, CX-80, and CX. -90 which will officially replace the CX-9 model.
A model specifically for the American market, the CX-50 will begin assembly at the Huntsville, Alabama plant (a Toyota-Mazda joint venture) starting January 2022.
style="text-align: justify;">However, before we can wait for the official arrival of the model, several pieces of patent photos have leaked online which are believed to be the actual design of the CX-50 SUV model.
As reported by Motor1 Thursday (14/10/20210), the exact source of the leaked patent photo is still unknown, but based on observations it does refer to the design language used by Mazda at this time.
In addition to the distinctive grille design, the patent photo also features a sleek LED headlight unit, a front bumper design featuring side grilles, and an opening at the bottom that houses the sensor component in the center.
The Mazda CX-50 is not a replacement for the CX-5 model, but rather a complement to the SUV model, and Mazda will also continue to refine the CX-5 model.
Apart from the announcement of the new SUV lineup, Mazda is also reported to be expanding its MX-30 model offering with the addition of a range-extender EV variant where it will feature a rotary engine as the power generation unit. Mazda Australia presents the BT-50 pickup truck model with the introduction of a diesel engine. and several new variants.
As reported by Carscoops, the Mazda BT-50, which was developed with Isuzu, is now offered with a 1.9-liter four-cylinder turbo-diesel engine with 147hp of power and 350Nm of torque. This is the same engine that Isuzu has used on its D-MAX pickup trucks for the past few years.
The engine is mated to a six-speed automatic gearbox and is capable of pulling loads of up to three tons. Varia XS BT-50 is equipped with iron rims and various features similar to the variant BT-50 XT which is powered by a 3.0-liter turbo engine. Among the main features are LED headlights, adaptive cruise control with stop & go, 7-inch entertainment screen, connectivity Apple CarPlay, and Android Auto, reverse camera, auto emergency brake. blind-spot monitor, dynamic stability control, rear cross-traffic warning, hill descent control, hill launch assistance, lane departure warning, and more.
Mazda Australia also launched the Mazda BT-50 SP variant which got several enhancements such as 18-inch rims, side mirror housings, and black side pedals.
The cabin features Driftwood leather trim, black synthetic suede, black tonneau covers, tub liners, and a sports bar. However, the SP variant only uses a 3.0-liter engine.
