Citing its sources, Bloomberg publishes reports that Mitsubishi Motors plans to increase 2012 production of electric cars to 30,000 per year which has more than tripled. Expected in the coming financial year Mitsubishi to produce 9000 units of model i-MiEV, in 2011 they have doubled or 18,000, and in 2012 the figure to reach 30,000. For the financial year 2009. Japanese company has sold 1,900 electric i-MiEV in Japan, plus 250 in the UK and Hong Kong. The emergence of the North American model does take place next year. Currently the biggest obstacle to electric i-MiEV is extremely high value. In Japan it is 4.59 million yen (about 51,000 dollars), equivalent to the value of two hybrid Toyota Prius. By Mitsubishi, however, reported that in the future will optimize production costs significantly, which is expected the price to fall to about 2 million yen. We remind you that the Mitsubishi i-MiEV is equipped with electric power 63k.s. and energy in its lithium-ion batteries is sufficient to elapse 160 km., Currently are working hard to increase the autonomy to 200 km.
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This week the European market was introduced renewed Mitsubishi Outlander, which is altered vision and a new engine. The price of the model starts from 48,990 EUR, but it is possible to use the tax credit. We remind you that the new Outlander hit the market in 2007. And recently underwent a facelift, but Mitsubishi refreshed version called “new generation Outlander”, because the reason for its renovation is his vision is in step with the other new models company. The car has been characteristic for now Colt, Lancer Sports Sedan, Lancer Sportback and Lancer Evolution grille whose style is determined by the company as a “fighter” and was actually inspired by such aircraft. Mitsubishi’s engineers have also improved the aerodynamics of the Outlander, although more aggressive type of front, and the length of the car increased by 25 mm. Be seen more new wheels and built-in LED lights blinkers. The model is now available and several new colors, the passenger compartment and the interior materials are better. Refresh Mitsubishi Outlander boasts with several new technologies leading to improved comfort and security. These include bi-xenon headlamps with headlamps with adaptive steering (AFS), a system supporting departure gradient (HSA) and STOP signal system for emergency braking (ESS).
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Motor Trend American edition came out with information that the next generation Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution will use a hybrid powertrain technology. According to the publication, Lancer Evolution XI will have a small electric motor, which will replace the turbine, combined with the expected output of internal combustion engine and electric is 350 h.p. From Motor Trend also argue that the hybrid system will be similar to the concept Mitsubishi PX-MiEV, debuted at the recent exhibition in Tokyo, but the 1.6-liter petrol engine will be replaced by an improved version of our familiar 2.0-liter this Lancer Evolution. An interesting feature of this hybrid technology is that it works only when the internal combustion engine, it drives the front wheels, and when they include electrical, he in turn transmit power to the rear. Thus, in extreme situations, the driver can rely on the mode 4×4. Sources from Mitsubishi said the car will be a measured distance in pure electric mode, and despite the removal of the turbine, the dynamics of the car will be maintained and even improved.
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In April, the motor show in New York, Mitsubishi showed a concept Outlander GT, but earlier this week in the U.S., was presented to her serial model, along with updated Outlander. Overall, the Outlander Facelift is much more aggressive appearance of this model, due mainly to the front, which is in the style of hot Lancer Evolution, a chrome version in the GT, the more stress the muscle appearance. Mitsubishi Outlander GT differs from the standard model, also with 18-inch alloy wheels, leather interior, sport seats and steering wheel, alloy pedals and a multimedia system with 3.5-inch display. The engine of the hot version of the car is 3.0-liter V6, which also offers this Outlander, but its power was increased by 10 h.p. to 230 h.p. at 6 250 rev/min. The unit is combined with six-speed manual gearbox with the option of switching gears from behind the steering wheel controls. All modifications to the redesigned Outlander will be equipped with an active slip differential, Super All Wheel Control (S-AWC), used so far only Lancer Evolution. This technology significantly improves traction and stability.
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They look like very large model Outlander Concept PX-MiEV Mitsubishi is standing on the exhibition in Tokyo. Currently by the Japanese company did not mention anything about her serial model, but revealed that the combined fuel consumption is around 2l/100km. The car uses a hybrid drive system consisting of a 1.6-liter gasoline engine, two electric motors and a set of lithium-ion batteries that can be fueled by household contact stations or specialized unit with an internal combustion engine. According to data from the company’s car traveling 50 kilometers. only the energy stored in batteries. An interesting fact in Mitsubishi PX-MiEV is that standard operating both electric and petrol engine are included in the need for rapid acceleration, development of high speed and leaped on steep slopes.
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By Mitsubishi revealed some details of its renewed Lancer Evolution X. He was first introduced in 2007. It is equipped with technology for both four-wheel drive. Lateral thresholds Lancer Evolution X are lower. The construction of the front are used even more lightweight materials. The interior stands out LCD display located next to the measuring instruments which have more features than the previous version of the model. Very substantial change in the Japanese sports is that the turbo engine will be fitted with six-speed transmission with two clutch (Sport Shift Transmission – SST). It is equipped version MR. Is optimized and the model economy.
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Revolutionary urban electric i-MiEV on Mitsubishi was a success once again by winning the title of the year 2009 electric “at the ceremony of” GREENFLEET AWARDS “in London, sponsored by” EDF Energy “. Thus, the model received another recognition before its official launch in the European market in late 2010. The electric i-MiEV was encouraged for its practicality as a car with 4 seats, the length of run and for a short time to charge the battery. The model was evaluated highly for ease of use, thanks to the standard organization of the equipment in the cockpit. By launching the i-MiEV in Japan this summer, the automotive company officially announces its’ Environmental Vision 2020 of Mitsubishi Motors Group “. Eco direction Mitsubishi is also supported by other green technologies such as: modification of low-emission ClearTec, Colt model introduced in some markets, a new estimate of its own diesel engine meeting the Euro 5 standard, highly efficient CVT transmission and the TC-SST; as and “Green Plastics” **, green bamboo fiber material, which contributes to reducing the emissions of automobiles.
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By Mitsubishi will introduce the 41st exhibition in Tokyo, which will be held at the end of the month, an entirely new concept compact SUV. The so-called PX-MiEV is equipped with hybrid technologies that increase fuel efficiency and reduce exhaust emissions. Mitsubishi PX-MiEV is shorter but wider and higher than the model Outlander, as its dimensions are 4 510 mm length, 1 830 mm wide and 1655 mm height and the distance between the two axes is 2 630 mm. The concept is equipped with a plug-in hybrid system, uniting 1.6-liter gasoline engine, two electric motors located on each axle, and battery pack that can be loaded in both household contact and in fast-rechargable stations with high voltage. PX-MiEV traveling 30 miles (50 kilometers around) With a fully charged battery in electric only mode. At low speeds only works the front electric motor, which transmits drive to the front landing gear, but in rain, snow and other situations that create less friction, automatically include the rear unit and electric mode 4×4. When energy in the batteries decreases, help comes petrol engine that generates electricity in the case.
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The British representation of Mitsubishi showed the most powerful version of the model Lancer Evolution X, which is called the FQ-400 and will be offered only on the islands in June, the price will start from 49 999 GBP. The car received new front bumper with additional carbon lip, side sills and rear bumper with a massive carbon Venturis, which is built trapezoidal end of the exhaust system. The lid of the engine and front mud flaps with air holes and the rear lid spoiler is enlarged. The engine of the Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution X FQ-400 is 2.0 liters MIVEC, whose power has increased from 295 to 403 h.p. at 6 500 rev/min. and its maximum torque is 525Nm. at 3 500 rev.min. The car is capable of accelerating from 0-100 kilometers / hr for 3.8sec.
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