Mitsubishi
New entry level Lancer revealed in the UK: Yours for £12,499
Folks in the UK can now get hold of a new, entry-level Mitsubishi Lancer SE. The affordable Lancer is powered by a 1.5 liter petrol motivator that enables the SE to deliver 44 miles to the gallon. The Lancer SE, which can sprint to 100 km/h in a rather modest 11.6 seconds, can be yours for £12,499. This basic model comes with 17 inch alloy wheels, front fog lamps and a metallic body finish on the outside. Inside, it comes with Bluetooth connectivity, air conditioning, side, curtain and driver’s knee airbags, steering wheel with audio controls, iPod jack as well as an alarm system. Continue reading to view two more images. Read the rest of this entry.
Mitsubishi Outlander: Two more models added for the UK market
Japanese-based Mitsubishi, has added two more variants into the Outlander CUV range in the UK, which is now made up by a total of 9 models (all are diesel-fueled except for one). The two new models consist of the the Outlander 2.0 DI-D SE and the Outlander 2.0 DI-D GSE. The 2.0 DI-D SE, fitted with a 138HP 2.0-liter turbo diesel (2.0-litre 16-valve DOHC Intercooled Turbocharged) that is also good for 228Nm of pulling power, comes with, among others, Bluetooth connectivity, cruise control, privacy glass as well as side and curtain airbags.
Also included is third row seating and 18-inch alloy wheels. The 2.0 DI-D GSE, also powered by the engine mentioned above, is offered with leather seats and a rear ceiling mounted DVD player, apart from the features mentioned above. This is actually an up-market model.
The former is priced at £19,999, while latter carries a £21,499 price tag. Continue reading to view more images. Meanwhile, click here to learn more about the Mitsubishi Outlander GT Prototype that was showcased earlier this year at the New York Auto Show. The GT Prototype previews the next Outlander. Read the rest of this entry.
Mitsubishi i-MiEV electric vehicle revealed
Japanese auto maker Mitsubishi has revealed more details regarding the production version of the i-MiEV electric vehicle. This year, 1,400 units will be delivered to select customers on a lease basis, and individuals can place their orders for the i-MiEV by July this year and expect deliveries after April next year.
The i-MiEV features a 63HP electric motor that is also capable of 180Nm of torque. The motor is paired with a lightweight and compact single-speed reduction gear transmission. There is also a shift selector that offers three modes, including D that generates gutsy torque in direct response to accelerator input and allows the driver to enjoy i-MiEV ‘s performance potential to the maximum, Eco that reduces power output and consumption to deliver maximum economy, as well as B, which increases the regenerative brake bias with power output that is similar as the figure offered in D.
The rear wheel drive i-MiEV can offer a 160 km driving range, over a full charge, and can be recharged via a 200V AC or a 100V AC outlet. With the 200V AC, it would take about seven hours for a full recharge, while with a 100V AC outlet, it would take about 14 hours. Mitsubishi also revealed that it is currently establishing quick-charge stations through out Japan, that can enable an 80% recharge in just 30 minutes.
The 4-seater electromobile measures 3395 mm long, 1475 mm wide and 1600 mm high and features a 2550 mm-long wheelbase and weight figure of 1100 kilograms. Other features include an MiEV Operating System, LED headlamps, rear combination lamps with fast-illuminating LED emitters, Mitsubishi Multi-Entertainment System with a 7-inch display and SSD navigation and more. Owners can update the navigation database via SD flash cards and, in future, the company plans to use this feature to display the location of battery charging stations as they become available.
The zero emissions vehicle is offered in three monotone colors, including White Solid, Cool Silver Metallic and Raspberry Red Pearl (factory option). Owners can also opt for 2-tone colour schemes. The Mitsubishi i-MiEV carries a price tag of 4,599,000 yen, inclusive of tax. Continue reading to view more images. Read the rest of this entry.
Tuk Tuk USA approved by the EPO and DOT
News for US residents will be the announcement that the Tuk Tuk which is a common mode of transportation in countries like India, Thailand and Vietnam has been approved by both the Department of Transportation and the Environmental Protection Agency.
They are widely used as taxis as they will be able to weave through traffic without the slightest bit of hesitation, plus it gets you there on time as compared to its 4-wheeled counterpart. On my journey’s to India, I was first a bit hesitant about getting into such a fragile structure on 3-wheels, but because the drivers are quite experienced, you actually enjoy being weaved through heavy traffic, so much so that I used the rickshaw as my main mode of transport in my travels.
The models available will be the standard 3-seater, 6-seater, 12-seater, Dump Truck, garbage truck, and a Van to name a few. There is also an option to build your very own Tuk Tuk as an L5 driveaway and prices for that start at US$ 9650.00. All engines will be provided by Mitsubishi and are 650cc watercooled 4 stroke engines, that feature a four speed transmission and reverse. The Tuk Tuk is a good runabout solution which has excellent fuel efficiency that comes in about 55 miles per gallon.
Mitsubishi reveals the Outlander GT Prototype in New York
Mitsubishi has official revealed the Outlander GT Prototype, that previews the next Outlander CUV model at the New York Auto Show. The exterior, especially the front end, is very much influenced by the outgoing Mitsubishi Lancer, with reshaped Bi-Xenon High Intensity Discharge (HID) head lights. The somewhat narrow looking prototype is powered by a revised version of the auto maker’s all aluminium 3.0 liter SOHC MIVEC V6 that is currently found in the Outlander XLS. The powerplant pumps out 230HP (up by 10HP from the Outlander XLS) and 291Nm of torque that is mated to a 6 speed Sportronic with Idle Neutral Logic.
The Outlander GT Prototype also comes with Mitsubishi’s Super All Wheel Control (S-AWC) system featuring active a front limited-slip differential and an electronically controlled 4WD coupling to help prevent wheel slip between front to rear and side-to-side to enhance tire grip. With input from the Active Stability Control (ASC) and Anti-Lock Brake (ABS) computers, the S-AWC system can accurately detect driving conditions and adjust accordingly. With Hill Assist, the S-AWC also comes with three modes such as “Normal”, “Snow” and “Traction”. Continue reading to view an image gallery. Read the rest of this entry.
Mitsubishi to unveil the Outlander GT Prototype at the New York Auto Show
Japanese-based auto maker, Mitsubishi will present the Outlander GT Prototype at the New York Auto Show, which is set to kick in a two days time. With a front end design that is heavily influenced by the Mitsubishi Lancer’s “Jet-fighter” look, the Outlander GT is powered by a 3.0 liter SOHC MIVEC V6 engine.
The CUV also comes with a number of technologies including Idle Neutral Logic that automatically shifts the transmission into neutral when the vehicle comes to a standstill, as well as a Super-All-Wheel-Control System. More details and images to be unveiled in a couple of days time. Continue reading to view two more teaser images. Read the rest of this entry.
Mitsubishi says good bye to the Dakar Rally
After Suzuki, Honda, Subaru and Kawasaki (although Kawasaki has pushed its retirement till end of this year) made decisions to quit motor sports, specifically the WRC, Formula 1 and Moto GP, another Japanese auto maker; Mitsubishi has joined the band wagon by announcing its retirement from the Dakar Rally. According to key executives, the decision was made in line with the company’s plans of cutting down cost.
Mitsubishi which has also left WRC a few seasons back recently announced that it is expecting a net less of U.S $ 670 million for the current financial year. Recently, the Mitsubishi’s Dakar team came back empty handed with its V6 diesel-based Racing Lancer, although it recorded seven straight victories in the past.
Top 5 cars that look good in the snow
Arctic weather has arrived in the UK and is causing chaos and pandemonium for its residents. It has been reported that schools, trains, and busses had to stop services due the severity of the weather. People from regions such as North America and Russia might think that the Brits were a bit over excessive with their warnings, after all minimum temperatures recorded were only minus 10 ° C, nothing compared to parts of Russia or Canada where this is almost a daily occurrence.
The problem obviously stems from the earth’s eco-logical system which is changing, that causes the weather to become increasingly unpredictable. Thus freak occurrences such as this, crops up every few years without warning.
Nevertheless the main issue for everyday folk like us is travel, most importantly the type of car that will be suitable in these conditions. Modern cars with traction control and on board computer systems already alleviate this problem, but do you look good in them?
