Mitsubishi Destinator

The Mitsubishi Destinator is a compact crossover SUV with three-row seating manufactured by Mitsubishi Motors since 2025.^[2] It is mainly marketed for emerging markets in Africa, Latin America, Middle East, South Asia, and Southeast Asia.

Mitsubishi Destinator
2025 Mitsubishi Destinator Ultimate (Indonesia)
Overview
Manufacturer	Mitsubishi Motors
Model code	GT1W
Production	July 2025 – present
Assembly	Indonesia: Cikarang, West Java (MMKI)
Designer	Naoki Akita
Body and chassis
Class	Compact crossover SUV
Body style	5-door SUV
Layout	Front-engine, front-wheel-drive
Chassis	Unibody
Related	Mitsubishi Xforce / Outlander Sport Mitsubishi Xpander
Powertrain
Engine	Petrol: 1.5 L 4B40 Atkinson cycle[1] turbo I4
Power output	120 kW (161 hp; 163 PS)
Transmission	CVT
Dimensions
Wheelbase	2,815 mm (110.8 in)
Length	4,680 mm (184.3 in)
Width	1,840 mm (72.4 in)
Height	1,780 mm (70.1 in)
Kerb weight	1,495 kg (3,296 lb)

The Destinator name was chosen for the model "in the hopes that it [would] empower drivers and their beloved families to pursue new destinations with confidence".^[3]

Overview

Concept model

The DST concept was unveiled on 24 October 2024 at the 2024 Philippines International Motor Show. The exterior of the DST Concept features the Dynamic Shield grille with a honeycomb pattern, vents on the bonnet, the front LED daytime running lights and taillights are of a T-shaped design, a high ground clearance, sculpted fenders with large diameter wheels and blacked out pillars. Inside, the DST Concept features a flat dashboard design with large screens for the instrument cluster and infotainment system, and a panoramic sunroof.^[4][5]

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  Mitsubishi DST Concept
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  Rear view

Production model

The Destinator was officially unveiled on 17 July 2025 in Jakarta, Indonesia and was the third strategic model from Mitsubishi to be launched in Indonesia, after the Xpander and Xforce.^[6]

Exterior

Rear view

The Destinator was created under the design concept "Gravitas and Dynamism" and its design is similar to the Xforce, particularly the Dynamic Shield front fascia, and has retained most of the design elements from the DST Concept for the production model.^[7][8] The front fascia features a honeycombed pattern acrylic grille design. The side features 18-inch alloy wheels, blacked out pillars, and the C-pillar with a decorative trim piece. The rear fascia features the Hexaguard Horizon concept (used in the Xforce), a hexagonal motif design inspired by the spare tyres on the tailgate of the Pajero. The headlights and taillights are of a T-shaped design.^[2][7][9]

Interior

Interior

The interior of the Destinator shares the similar layout to the Xforce.^[8] There is an 8-inch digital instrument cluster and 12.3-inch Smart-link Display Audio touchscreen infotainment system, 64-colour customisable ambient lighting, dual-zone automatic climate control with ceiling-mounted vents, Dynamic Sound Yamaha Premium sound system and a panoramic sunroof. The entry-level variants features a 4.2-inch MID display and analogue dials for the instrument cluster, and a smaller 8-inch display for the touchscreen infotainment system.^[2][10]

The second row seats split fold in a 40/20/40 format, while the third row split fold in a 50/50 format. In the second and third-row seating, there are seatback table trays, seatback storage pockets and under seat storage trays.^[9]

Drivetrain

Designed and engineered as a "Confidence Booster for Energetic Families," the Destinator is powered by the 1.5-litre 4B40 MIVEC turbocharged petrol engine produces 120 kW (161 hp; 163 PS), it features an Atkinson combustion cycle and a water-cooled intercooler. The engine is paired to a continuously variable transmission through a front-wheel drive system. The Destinator is equipped with the Active Yaw Control system and five selectable drive modes.^[9]

For the suspension, MacPherson struts used for the front and a torsion beam setup used for the rear. The suspension was heavily retuned to suit the road conditions of ASEAN countries. Disc brakes are used for both the front and rear braking system. The Destinator has a ground clearance of 244 mm (9.6 in) (without the undercover), 21° approach, 20.8° breakover, and 25.5° departure angles.^[9][11]

Safety

For safety, the Destinator comes standard with six SRS airbags. The Destinator is also available with the Mitsubishi Motors Safety Sensing (also known as 'Diamond Sense' in Indonesia) advanced driver-assistance systems with features such as Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC), Automatic High Beam (AHB), Blind Spot Warning (BSW), Forward Collision Mitigation System (FCM), Leading Car Departure Notification (LCDN), Multi Around Monitor and Rear Cross Traffic Alert (RCTA).^[11]

Markets

Indonesia

The Destinator went on sale in Indonesia on 23 July 2025 at the 32nd Gaikindo Indonesia International Auto Show, with three trim levels: GLS, Exceed and Ultimate. The Ultimate trim is available with Premium package which adds on features such as the Dynamic Sound Yamaha Premium sound system, a hands-free powered liftgate and powered front seats.^[12][13]