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  • Mitsubishi XRT Concept

    Mitsubishi Motors Corporation (hereafter, Mitsubishi Motors) will display the Mitsubishi XRT Concept – a concept car of the all-new Triton1 pickup truck planned for launch in fiscal year 20232 – at the 44th Bangkok International Motor Show.

    The Triton is Mitsubishi Motors’ top-selling model manufactured at the Laemchabang Factory in Thailand and the company’s global strategic vehicle exported to about 150 countries around the world. With its first full redesign in approximately nine years, the all-new Triton will be the sixth generation of the brand’s midsize pickup truck. After the launch in Thailand in fiscal 2023, it will be released sequentially in the ASEAN region, Oceania and other global markets.

    A concept car of the all-new Triton, the Mitsubishi XRT Concept is characterized by a fierce expression on the front and a robust hood that continues to the side with bold, horizontally-themed styling. Further, the concept car is fitted with front and rear over fenders as well as mud-terrain tires, giving it the powerful drive to compete in grueling rallies and the dynamism to dash across the terrain. The body features a camouflage design inspired by lava rocks packed with condensed energy, and the sides have been adorned with a graphic of the 10-parallel line Ralliart brand icon that expresses Mitsubishi Motors’ passion for driving.

    At the Asia Cross Country Rally 20234, Team Mitsubishi Ralliart, which receives technical support from Mitsubishi Motors, plans to compete with a prototype cross-country model of the all-new Triton (Group T1 specifications) in its quest for a second straight victory. Hiroshi Masuoka, a two-time Dakar Rally champion driver in 2002 and 2003, will stay on as team director, and Mitsubishi Motors engineers will perform pre-testing and accompany the team to provide support at the rally. Mitsubishi Motors uses expertise gained from rallies as feedback in the development of its production vehicles, as it seeks to create vehicles with Mitsubishi Motors-ness, which deliver safe, comfortable driving enjoyment in any weather or road conditions.

    “Fiscal 2023 is an important year for Mitsubishi Motors to accelerate our business in the ASEAN region, with the launch of a fully revamped Triton and an all-new compact SUV,” said Takao Kato, president and chief executive officer, Mitsubishi Motors. “The all-new Triton is going through final touch-ups in preparation for its release, as we have performed rigorous endurance tests around the world while also incorporating the know-how gained from rally activities. With the new vehicle launches as the centerpiece, we will continue our drive toward further growth. Please look forward to the future of Mitsubishi Motors.”

  • Mitsubishi XFC Concept

    Mitsubishi Motors Corporation (hereafter, Mitsubishi Motors) today held the world premiere of the Mitsubishi XFC Concept, a compact SUV concept car, in Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam. The car will be on display at Vietnam Motor Show 2022 to be held from October 26 to 30.

    With the concept of being the “best-suited buddy for an exciting life,” the Mitsubishi XFC Concept is a next-generation compact SUV that offers the powerful and imposing design of an SUV, utility such as ease of handling and an ample cargo space, comfort including a class-leading interior space, and safe, secure road handling even on rough surfaces or roads flooded by heavy rains.

    “We will launch the new compact SUV sequentially in the ASEAN markets including Vietnam in fiscal year 2023*,” said Takao Kato, president and chief executive officer, Mitsubishi Motors. “In the future, we plan to add an electrified variant to the lineup and to also roll it out in regions outside ASEAN. We hope to grow the model from a vehicle for the ASEAN market to a global strategic vehicle, making it a core model like the sales-leading Xpander crossover MPV.”

    The Mitsubishi XFC Concept is a compact SUV that is not part of the current ASEAN lineup. It complements Mitsubishi Motors’ wide range of products tailored to the ASEAN market — the Triton pickup truck and its derivative, the Pajero Sport midsize SUV; the Outlander and Outlander PHEV midsize SUVs; the Xpander and Xpander Cross crossover MPVs; and the Mirage compact hatchback and its variant, the Attrage sedan.

    Powerful and imposing design

    In line with Mitsubishi Motors’ design philosophy of Robust & Ingenious, the Mitsubishi XFC Concept combines a compact yet powerful and imposing aura of an SUV with a sleek surface that forms one continuous flow, starting from the three-diamond emblem on the front and extending to the sides and rear. This gives it a stylish and sporty profile to match the cityscapes of the ASEAN region. In addition, with enhanced road handling on rough surfaces thanks to ample ground clearance and large-diameter wheels, the Mitsubishi XFC Concept expresses both toughness and agility while featuring an authentic SUV styling that stands out in outdoor scenes.

    At the front, the Dynamic Shield concept, which expresses both performance and protection, has evolved in line with the concept. The L-shaped headlight in the headlight unit’s upper portion combines with the louver-like daytime running lights (DRL) below to light up in an iconic T-shape, which shows a sense of broadness. The sides of the body are composed of rich, muscular surfaces, with sculpted front and rear fender flares and character lines expressing the power and dynamism of an SUV. Like the front, the rear also features T-shaped tail lights to create a rear styling that accentuates wideness and stability.

    The interior offers ease of operation and comfortableness, which are essential for an SUV. For the instrument panel, a horizontally themed design is adopted, making it easier to sense changes in the vehicle’s posture when driving on rough surfaces while also improving forward visibility. Meanwhile, the dynamic design extending from the instrument panel to the door trim, along with a series of soft padding, give a sense of enclosure and protection to create a secure and comfortable interior.

    Utility provided by ease of handling and ample cargo space

    The Mitsubishi XFC Concept is designed for ease of operation, providing good forward visibility, easy perception of the vehicle’s dimensions, and smooth handling. The instrument panel features a large display panel integrating a full digital driver display and a center display that can show three separate information such as navigation, road surface conditions, and other information necessary for driving on one screen to provide a safe and comfortable driving environment while also expressing a sense of advanced design. Despite its compact body size, the Mitsubishi XFC Concept is also designed for utility with ample cargo space.

    Comfort provided by class-leading interior space

    Although it is a compact SUV, the Mitsubishi XFC Concept comes with spacious cabin area. In particular, with its generous legroom in the rear seats, it offers top-level comfort in its class. Moreover, everyone on board can feel safe and reassured, with vehicle stability control in slippery road conditions and high-quality ride comfort.

    Safe and reliable driving on rough and flooded roads

    With plenty of ground clearance and four drive modes — Normal, Wet, Gravel and Mud — the Mitsubishi XFC Concept offers a fun, safe and secure ride in various weather and road conditions. The Wet mode, introduced for the first time in a Mitsubishi vehicle, is designed with use in ASEAN countries in mind, such as enabling safe driving even on roads flooded by sudden showers.

  • All-New 2022 Mitsubishi Outlander gets the highest safety rating by IIHS

    2022-Mitsubishi-Outlander-IIHSTSP-910Mitsubishi Motors North America announced that the all-new 2022 Mitsubishi Outlander has been awarded the highest possible safety rating, the TOP SAFETY PICK PLUS, by the Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS).

    The award applies to all vehicles built after June 2021, after which the brand made some adjustments to the headlight aiming.

    The Institute for Highway Safety is an independent and non-profit organization that researches, performs, and accesses safety ratings and crash tests of production vehicles. As for the award itself, the TSP+ is given to the vehicles that meet all six IIHS crash-worthiness evaluations including the driver-side small overlap front, passenger-side small overlap front, moderate overlap front, side-impact, roof strength, and head restraint tests.

    Furthermore, vehicles must be available with a front-crash prevention system and through it to receive a superior rating in the vehicle-to-vehicle and vehicle-to-pedestrian tests.

    The all-new 2022 Mitsubishi Outlander is the most connected, best-equipped vehicle we have ever sold in the U.S., and today, IIHS confirms it is among the safest vehicles on the road, said MMNA Chief Operating Officer Mark Chaffin, With this designation, and the industry’s only standard third-row seating, Outlander is a great choice for modern families, and we can be really proud of that.

    The all-new Outlander offers a wide array of standard and available advanced driver assistance systems to increase driver convenience and safety. MI-PILOT Assist integrates Adaptive Cruise Control, Lane Keep Assist, and Traffic Sign Recognition to maintain appropriate speed and following distance and keep the vehicle in the center of the lane.

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    Depending on trim level, Outlander also offers Forward Collision Mitigation, Predictive Forward Collision Warning, Active Blind Spot Assist, Blind Spot Warning, Lane Change Assist, Lane Departure Warning and Prevention, Driver Attention Alert, Rear Automatic Emergency Braking, Rear Cross Traffic Alert, Automatic High Beam, Hill Descent Control, Trailer Stability Assist, and a Multiview Camera system.

     

  • Mitsubishi Motors enters 2021 Rebelle Rally with Special Tribute Livery

    2021 Dakar MitsubishiMitsubishi team announced that it will enter the 2022 Outlander in the Rebelle Rally, and revealed a rendering of the vehicle that will compete in the grueling all-women’s off-road navigational competition in October. The 2022 Outlander’s exclusive paint scheme pays tribe to a history-making Dakar Rally win from before 20 years, when Jutta Kleinschmidt drove a Mitsubishi Pajero to victory back in 2001, becoming the only woman ever to win the world-famous Dakar.

    MMNA will also celebrate the brand’s 40th anniversary in the US, partnering with military veterans charity Record Journey to contest Rebelle for a third consecutive year.

    Mitsubishi Motors has much to celebrate this year, including the 40th anniversary of MMNA, the 20th anniversary of our success at Dakar with Jutta Kleinschmidt, and the successful launch of our all-new flagship vehicle, the 2022 Outlander,” said MMNA Chief Operating Officer Mark Chaffin, Returning to the Rebelle with an Outlander inspired by that Dakar-winning Pajero is a fitting tribute to our history, a powerful statement about our ongoing commitment to women’s achievement, and the exciting future ahead for our brand.

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    As it comes to Dakar Rally, Mitsubishi proved to be the most successful manufacturer at the event with its 12 wins, including seven consecutive. Now, thanks to the Super AWC AWD system, and the numerous more innovations, the new 2022 Outlander can once again compete for victory in the grueling challenge.

  • Mitsubishi improves its ranking in top 10 for Best Car Manufacturer in 2021 Driver Power

    2021-Mitsubishi-Outlander-910Mitsubishi Motors in the UK has improved its rankings in the Auto Express 2021 Driver Power Survey to secure a top ten placement in the best car manufactures. At the moment the brand is placed at the 8th position, which is an improvement of 8 places from 2020 and 13 from 2019.

    The Auto Express 2021 Driver Power Survey is in its 20th year and provides detailed responses from vehicle owners and this year debut an additional focus on the in-car technology and a new assessment for value for money.

    Customers and Mitsubishi enthusiasts have listed the overall low running costs, along with the enhanced reliability and good overall build quality as the main strengths of Mitsubishi. Other features that receive positive feedback are the boot space, interior storage space, and smooth gearbox systems.

    Steve Fowler, Editor-in-Chief, Auto Express said: Mitsubishi has done brilliantly to climb the Driver Power league table over the past few years and sit in an impressive eighth place this year. Its owners are clearly a happy bunch praising the reliability, quality and practicality of their cars and say that running costs are good, too. That all makes it more of a shame that the brand is withdrawing from the UK market later this year.

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    Following the announcement of going up the ranks, Mitsubishi drivers will see no change in the standards of services they receive by the brand and will continue to meet their high expectations.

     

  • Mitsubishi announces details for the all-new 2022 Outlander

    2022-Mitsubishi-Outlander-910Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc. (MMNA) announced details for the new 2022 Outlander, the brand’s well-equipped and smartest vehicle so far.

    Mitsubishi’s flagship comes with a new platform and new type of engine, distinctive exterior with numerous beautiful touches. New Outlander also features more standard driver connectivity and driver assistance features and now comes with Mitsubishi’s signature and updated Super All-Wheel Control (S-AWC AWD system.

    Refined exterior and well-equipped interior

    2022 Outlander was crafted under the design language of “I-FU-DO-DO”, which translates to “authentic and majestic” in Japanese. The exterior is characterised by the vehicle’s massive proportions, muscular stance and the chiselled lines of the next-generation “Dynamic Shield” grille. There are also standard 18-inch wheels and an optional 20-inch set that enhances the robust presence.

    As it comes to the inside, Outlander offers the segment’s only standard third-row seating and ensures enhanced comfort with its premium materials and overall super-advanced cockpit. For example, there’s an available 12.3-inch full-colour LCD digital display, Apple CarPlay 3 and Android Auto TM4, SiriusXM compatibility, wireless smartphone charging and Mitsubishi Connect with Safeguard and Remote Services.

    Drivetrain system

    The heart of the Outlander is a completely revised 2.5-litre, four-cylinder gasoline engine mated to an eight-speed continuously variable transmission (CVT) with a dedicated Sport mode.

    Mitsubishi’s motorsport-inspired Super All-Wheel Control 2 provides drivers with a total of six driving modes to adjust the electronically-controlled 4WD system, which allows drivers to feel more confident in any road situation and condition.

    Standard and Available Safety and ADAS features

    New Outlander offers an impressive array of standard and optional assistance systems that increase driver safety, confidence and the overall pleasure of driving.

    The vehicle is geared with MI-PILOT Assist which integrates Adaptive Cruise Control, Lane Keep Assist, and Traffic Sign Recognition to maintain the appropriate speed and following distance.

    Depending on the trim level, 2022 Outlander offers Forward Collision Mitigation, Predictive Forward Collision Warning, Active Blind Spot Assist, Blind Spot Warning, Lane Change Assist, Lane Departure Warning and Prevention, Driver Attention Alert, Rear Automatic Emergency Braking, Hill Descent Control and Trailer Stability Assist.

     

  • Mitsubishi outlander PHEV: still the UK’s best selling plug-in hybrid SUV and one of Europe’s Favourites too

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    The Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV is still the UK’s best-selling plug-in hybrid SUV, with 3,167 sales from January to the end of October 2020. The pioneering model also remains one of Europe’s favourites, amassing 20,339 sales across the continent in the first three quarters of 2020 (Jato).

    In the UK, sales of PHEVs have nearly doubled compared to the same period last year to 50,052 (SMMT), with the Outlander topping the SUV charts and still on the podium across all plug-in hybrid competitors. Demand for PHEV technology is surging across Europe too, with more competitors than ever coming to the segment leading to some 340,000 registrations in the first nine months of the year – almost treble the number registered during the same period in 2019.

    The Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV was in second place overall across Europe at the end of September, hot on the heels of the Ford Kuga which was only 660 units ahead at the time.

    The increasing popularity of PHEVs is understandable. Across Europe governments are incentivising the technology to lower emissions and accelerate the move to full electrification, tackling the natural reluctance to give up familiar internal combustion technology for one around which there are still many uncertainties, not least driving range and how and where to recharge.

    And, of course, EVs are still expensive compared to equivalent petrol or diesel cars, with those at the more affordable end of the market not yet capable of offering enough driving range where people feel comfortable having that as the main or only household vehicle. That’s where PHEVs come in.

  • Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV still the UK’s favorite plug-in hybrid SUV in 2020

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    The Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV continues to top the plug-in hybrid SUV sales charts in 2020, with over 3,000 registered so far this year in the UK. Across the overall PHEV market, which has seen a flood of new entrants in recent times, the Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV remains the second best-seller overall with 3,019 sales in total so far in 2020.

    In the key month of September, the Outlander PHEV was the second-best-selling plug-in hybrid SUV and the fifth best-seller in a field of 55 competitors, although amongst retail plug-in hybrid customers it was the third best-seller overall for the month.

    Around 53,000 Mitsubishi Outlander PHEVs have been sold in the UK since the pioneering plug-in hybrid SUV was first launched in 2014. Having undergone an extensive re-style in 2016, recent technical improvements include a larger-capacity battery, more performance from its EV drivetrain, and a more refined and efficient 2.4-litre Atkinson Cycle petrol engine. Its WLTP EV range is 28 miles and its WLTP CO2 emissions are 46g/km.

  • Mitsubishi shogun sport: the UK’s most capable seven-seat 4×4 is now even better value

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    The Mitsubishi Shogun Sport is now available from just £29,975 OTR, including three years of free servicing, representing outstanding value for money for customers in need of a truly tough and rugged 4X4 vehicle.

    Built with some of the toughest environments in the world in mind, the Shogun Sport remains the most capable full-size off-roader ever produced by Mitsubishi Motors Corporation (MMC), combining a powerful 181PS 2.4-litre turbo diesel engine with an advanced Super Select 4WD-II system that has been engineered to take on even the most challenging terrains.

    Every Mitsubishi Shogun Sport, including a dedicated commercial version, is equipped with four transmission hardware settings, four Terrain Control System traction modes, a switch-operated locking rear differential as well as several additional software systems to help with extreme off-road or towing situations, including Hill Start Assist, Hill Descent Control, Uphill Control, Downhill Control, Throttle Release Control, and Rapid Kick-down Control.

    Underpinning its sure-footed dynamics is a double-wishbone front and multi-link rear suspension, fully coil sprung, while the mount points and the structure of the lateral rod mounts have been engineered to provide straight line and cornering stability.

    And yet despite being so capable in the harshest of driving environments, Mitsubishi Motors’ off-road flagship also delivers bold and distinctive styling; ample interior space with seven-seat capacity and high levels of luxury including an eight-speed automatic transmission with paddle shifters, a touchscreen infotainment system with DAB and smartphone connectivity, leather upholstery with electrically-adjusted front seats and dual-zone climate control on all variants.

    The Shogun Sport is also equipped with a number of key safety technologies as standard including LED headlamps, tail lamps, and DRLs; Hill Start Assist; rearview camera, reversing sensors, and speed sensing automatic door-locking. Top-of-the-range Shogun Sport 4 models are additionally fitted with Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC); Forward Collision Mitigation (FCM), Blind Spot Warning (BSW); Ultrasonic mis-acceleration Mitigation System (UMS) and a 360° camera.

  • Mitsubishi Outlander celebrates 6 years and an ever-growing popularity!

    2020 Mitsubishi Outlander On April 1, 2014 Mitsubishi team launched its all-new Outlander PHEV. With its competitive price and high standard specs, the vehicle has managed to impress both sceptics and enthusiasts, thanks to its advanced technologies and new generation of plug-in hybrid drivetrain system. The vehicle was an instant success with 10,000 amassed registrations within the first ten months!

    Six years later, the Outlander PHEV remains the best-seller in the world, having constantly reaching new heights of popularity and registered sales. With a growing acceptance of the need for people to switch to more sustainable lifestyles, the role of the plug-in hybrid becomes more and more important. Some of the recent Mitsubishi surveys reveal that majority of customers prefer electric vehicles due to the fact that they reduce fuel use and lower emissions.

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    Now, the latest generation of Outlander PHEV is fitted with brand’s latest 2.4-liter Atkinson-cycle petrol unit and a more powerful EV system that helps the vehicle to achieve WLTP CO2 emissions of mere 46g/km and a 28-mile EV range. With the average office being in less than 10 miles away from home, it is completely possible for drivers to drive from home to work and from work to home without even using a single drop of petrol in the run. How cool is that?

    Source: Mitsubishi

  • New Mitsubishi model takes a prestigious award home!

    2020 Mitsubishi L200New Mitsubishi L200 has been named “Best Pick-Up” at this year’s Business Vans of the Year Awards 2020. In its sixth consecutive year, the Business Vans awards are judged by an independent panel of professionals from the commercial vehicle segment, reflecting the real needs of customers, tradespeople, businesses and commercial fleets in the SME sector.

    The jury recognized L200 and Mitsubishi Motors in general for the innovative technology it incorporates in the vehicles – specifically, the judges were impressed with the brand’s renowned 4WD ability, praised the comprehensive five-year warranty and three-year assistance package, all along with the advanced fuel economy capabilities.

    Offered with a smooth starting price, Mitsubishi L200 lineup is one of the most capable and versatile models in the segment and offers car-like levels of driving dynamics, and state-of-the-art safety systems that altogether make L200 one of the best solutions for business users and people who look for practicality and versatility without compromising comfort and pleasure of driving and running costs.

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    It seems that Mitsubishi team has managed to retain its positions as one of the best manufacturers out there – not only the brand showcased some appealing models recently but also revealed new engineering solutions, advanced technologies, and overall determination for the better and more pleasurable driving experience.

    Source: Mitsubishi

  • 2020 Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross earns overall 5-star rating from NHTSA

    2020 Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc., the fastest-growing Asian brand in the US for the second consecutive year, announced 2020 Eclipse Cross received the highest-possible overall score, a 5-Star Overall Safety Rating, through the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration most recent crashworthiness tests. Both the front-wheel-drive and AWD variants of 2020 Eclipse Cross have managed to receive the prestigious 5-Star rating.

    Eclipse Cross performed well in all categories of the evaluation, scoring five out of five stars on the passenger side frontal-crash test and four out of five stars on the drivers’ side. Eclipse Cross has also impressed the jury by earning five out of five stars in the combined side crash rating and four stars in the rollover test.

    Eclipse Cross has entered the 2020 model year with the increased availability of driver assistance systems and an expansion of trim configurations. New for 2002 is the increased availability of a two-wheel-drive variant. Mitsubishi team has also applied the lessons learned through the years of on- and off-road competition in order to ensure that the vehicle lives up to the brand’s reputation of a dynamic and reliable brand.

    Furthermore, SE and SEL trims of the Eclipse Cross offer easier access to important driver assistance systems, with standard-equipment Forward-Collision Mitigation, Lane Departure Warning and Automatic High Beams.

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    2020 Eclipse Cross is also offered with Mitsubishi’s 10-year/100,000-mile Powertrain Limited Warranty, a 5-year/60,000-mile fully transferable New Vehicle Limited Warranty, a 7-year/100,000-mile Anti-Corrosion/Perforation Limited Warranty and 5-year/Unlimited Miles Roadside Assistance. Neat!

    Source: Mitsubishi Motors