Perodua Ativa or Mitsubishi Xforce? Real car review tells you the answer

In Malaysia's SUV market, many buyers compare Perodua Ativa and Mitsubishi Xforce when choosing a car.

Price and Versions

The OTR selling price of Perodua Ativa in Malaysia is RM 62,500 - 73,400, with a total of 3 versions, including 1.0L Turbo X (RM 62,500), 1.0L Turbo H (RM 67,300), 1.0L Turbo AV (RM 73,400), etc.

The OTR selling price of Mitsubishi Xforce in Malaysia is RM 109,930 - 119,930, with a total of 2 versions, including 2026 1.5L Ultimate (RM 119,930), 2026 1.5L Urban (RM 109,930), etc.

From a price perspective, the starting price of Perodua Ativa is indeed RM 47,430 cheaper than Mitsubishi Xforce. If your budget is limited, the entry-level Perodua version can already meet daily needs. But you should also note that the few thousand cheaper might involve trade-offs in features, depending on your specific needs.

Safety Features

Perodua Ativa's safety rating is 5★ (ASEAN NCAP), and active safety systems include ASA 3.0 + ACC + LDA + LKA + BSM + RCTA.

Mitsubishi Xforce's safety rating is 5★ (ASEAN NCAP), and active safety systems include MI-PILOT.

Both cars have the same safety rating, and safety features are quite comprehensive for this class. New cars nowadays generally have good safety, so there is no need to worry too much about this.

Features and Technology

Perodua Ativa adopts FWD drive system.

Mitsubishi Xforce adopts FWD drive system.

Both cars have the same drive system, both are FWD, there will not be much difference in daily driving experience.

Maintenance and Service

Perodua Ativa warranty 5 years/150,000km, service interval every 10,000km or 6 months.

Mitsubishi Xforce warranty 3 years/100,000km, service interval every 10,000km or 6 months.

Conclusion

In general, both Perodua Ativa and Mitsubishi Xforce are excellent models in the Malaysian market. Which one to choose depends on your personal needs and budget. We recommend doing your research, comparing quotes from several car dealers, and then test driving to make the final decision. Buying a car is a big matter, spending time doing research will never go wrong.