2025 Mitsubishi XForce gets the fundamentals right

THE last time Mitsubishi had a subcompact crossover SUV in the Philippines was in 2016 with the facelifted version of the ASX. Since its discontinuation that year, there hasn't been a successor until the introduction of the 2025 Mitsubishi XForce. This vehicle is designed and engineered with a focus on its core market — Southeast Asia.

Southeast Asian buyers, especially young families, are often style-conscious. While practicality influences vehicle purchases, a car is also a reflection of its owner. Thankfully, the 2025 Mitsubishi XForce caters to this. It's one of Mitsubishi's best designs in recent years. The Dynamic Shield motif has been refined with clean lines and smooth shapes, a departure from the sharp edges of earlier models. The black contrasting roof on the GT variant adds flair, along with full LED exterior lighting and stylish 18-inch wheels.