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BYD Atto 3 (Dynamic) vs Mitsubishi Xpander 1.5 GLS AT: 5-year cost to own (the Philippines)

By the EVCostIQ research desk · reviewed against our public methodology · every source dated on this page

Over 5 years in the Philippines (12,000 km/yr), as of July 1, 2026, the Mitsubishi Xpander 1.5 GLS AT stays the cheaper car to own — about ₱1,368,327 vs ₱1,728,853 for the BYD Atto 3 (Dynamic), a ₱360,526 difference over 5 years.

No national cash purchase rebate in the Philippines (unlike Thailand's EV3.5). EV support is tax/tariff relief already baked into the sticker price (EVIDA 0% CBU import tariff to 2028; 0% excise on pure BEVs) plus non-cash perks (number-coding/UVVRP exemption, priority LTO registration) — none of it is a cheque, so none is in the totals above. Source: DOE EVIDA/CREVI · RA 11697.

Cheaper to own over 5 years · the PhilippinesMitsubishi Xpander 1.5 GLS AT · ₱1,368,327 total · ₱360,526 less than the BYD Atto 3 (Dynamic)

BYD Atto 3 (Dynamic) vs Mitsubishi Xpander 1.5 GLS AT — where the money goes

5-year total cost of ownership by component, by vehicle (PHP). Estimates; sources dated in the methodology.
Cost componentElectric · BYD Atto 3Petrol · Mitsubishi Xpander 1.5 GLS
Depreciation (estimated)₱966,420 (56%)₱579,140 (42%)
Charging / fuel₱198,935 (12%)₱310,969 (23%)
↳ of which charging loss12% (~₱23,872)—
Maintenance₱54,000 (3%)₱90,000 (7%)
Insurance₱190,000 (11%)₱140,000 (10%)
Financing interest₱307,498 (18%)₱236,218 (17%)
Registration & fees₱12,000 (1%)₱12,000 (1%)
Total cost of ownership₱1,728,853₱1,368,327

When does the BYD Atto 3 (Dynamic) win?

Even at high mileage or a long hold, the Mitsubishi Xpander 1.5 GLS AT stays cheaper here — its lower price and slower depreciation dominate. The BYD Atto 3 (Dynamic) is the pick mainly for reasons beyond 5-year cost.

BYD Atto 3 (Dynamic) vs Mitsubishi Xpander 1.5 GLS AT, side by side

Electric

BYD Atto 3 (Dynamic)

5-yr total cost
₱1,728,853
Cost / month
₱28,814
Cost / km
₱28.81
Starting price
₱1,638,000
Powertrain
Electric
Efficiency
15.5 kWh/100km
Petrol Lower 5-yr cost

Mitsubishi Xpander 1.5 GLS AT

5-yr total cost
₱1,368,327
Cost / month
₱22,805
Cost / km
₱22.81
Starting price
₱1,259,000
Powertrain
Petrol
Efficiency
7.1 L/100km
the Philippines electricity
14.48₱/kWh Meralco
Petrol (the Philippines)
₱73.00/L DOE (national avg RON95)

FAQ

Is the BYD Atto 3 (Dynamic) or the Mitsubishi Xpander 1.5 GLS AT cheaper to own over 5 years in the Philippines?

The Mitsubishi Xpander 1.5 GLS AT stays the cheaper car to own — about ₱1,368,327 vs ₱1,728,853 for the BYD Atto 3 (Dynamic), a ₱360,526 difference over 5 years.

When does the BYD Atto 3 (Dynamic) become cheaper than the Mitsubishi Xpander 1.5 GLS AT?

Even at high mileage or a long hold, the Mitsubishi Xpander 1.5 GLS AT stays cheaper here — its lower price and slower depreciation dominate. The BYD Atto 3 (Dynamic) is the pick mainly for reasons beyond 5-year cost.

How much more does the BYD Atto 3 (Dynamic) cost to buy than the Mitsubishi Xpander 1.5 GLS AT?

The BYD Atto 3 (Dynamic) starts at ₱1,638,000 — ₱379,000 more than the Mitsubishi Xpander 1.5 GLS AT (₱1,259,000). Over 5 years the ownership gap is ₱360,526 in favour of the Mitsubishi Xpander 1.5 GLS AT.

Which costs less per km — the BYD Atto 3 (Dynamic) or the Mitsubishi Xpander 1.5 GLS AT?

The Mitsubishi Xpander 1.5 GLS AT: ₱22.81 vs ₱28.81 per km all-in (₱22,805 vs ₱28,814 per month).

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