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i MiEV (fleet test model in Japan)
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Mitsubishi Motors Corporation announces the display of the i MiEV*1
new-generation electric vehicle at the New York International
Automobile Show. The company plans to use the vehicles in a joint fleet
testing program in cooperation with select U.S. power companies in the
fall of this year. At the show, which opened to the press on March 19
and will open to the public on March 21, the company's booth is given
over to a wide range of exhibits that demonstrate MMC's advanced
environmental technology. They include: the i MiEV-derived i MiEV SPORT concept -- which leverages the electric vehicle's natural power and weight advantages for a performance payoff; the MITSUBISHI Concept-cX*2
compact SUV -- powered by MMC's new clean diesel engine due to make its
European debut in 2009; and MMC's proprietary plant-based Green Plastic
range of interior parts and trim.
The i MiEV is a
100% electric vehicle, using high-energy density lithium batteries to
power its compact, lightweight motor. In offering an option to
petroleum-based energy sources, Mitsubishi presents one avenue for
addressing global warming. In October 2006, working with several power
companies, MMC began a fleet test program in Japan to determine i MiEV's
overall performance under actual driving conditions and its market
acceptability. With plans to start a fleet test program this fall
working with several power companies in North America, MMC continues to
stride forward in making the EV a practical proposition on a global
scale.
Derived from the i MiEV, the i MiEV SPORT
features MMC's unique in-wheel motors to drive the front wheels and a
single motor in the back, with the company's proven S-AWC (Super All
Wheel Control) vehicle dynamics control system managing power output,
traction and braking at all four wheels. This configuration allows the
vehicle to achieve a synergy of environmental and road performance. To
boost electric power generation i MiEV SPORT also employs
solar panels in its roof and a generator turbine driven by the airflow
passing through the front grille. Another feature is its wireless
microwave-based battery-charging system.
The MITSUBISHI Concept-cX mates MMC's new 1.8-liter clean diesel engine to the company's Twin Clutch SST*3
automated manual transmission to realize very high levels of driving
and environmental performance. This compact SUV soft-roader concept
also features a top-bottom split tailgate to enhance accessibility to
luggage space.
| *1 |
"i" is an MMC minicar model; "MiEV" stands for Mitsubishi innovative Electric Vehicle. |
| *2 |
cX: compact crossover |
| *3 |
Sportronic Shift Transmission |
MMC exhibits at 2008 New York International Auto Show
| Model on display |
Remarks |
| i MiEV |
Show car. Same vehicle as that undergoing fleet testing in Japan. |
| i MiEV SPORT |
Show car. Exhibited at 2007 Tokyo Motor Show. |
| MITSUBISHI Concept-cX |
Show car. Exhibited at 2007 Tokyo Motor Show. |
| i |
Show car. Introduced on Japanese market in January 2006. |
| Lancer Ralliart |
New model. |
| Lancer Evolution |
Named Lancer Evolution X in Japan. |
| Lancer |
Powered by 2.4-liter engine. Named Galant Fortis in Japan. |
| Outlander |
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| Lancer * |
Powered by 2.0-liter engine. Named Galant Fortis In Japan. |
| Galant SPORT * |
Built in North America. |
| Galant RALLIART * |
Built in North America. |
| Endeavor * |
Built in North America. |
| Total |
8 models in press day (12 models in public days) |
*Displayed only in public days.
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