2013 Mitsubishi Outlander

The Outlander now enriches the special model family "35 years" with Mitsubishi Motors.

The Outlander 35 years convinced "already by its inner values: auto-dimming rearview mirror with integrated rearview camera and color monitor make parking. In addition, there is complete connectivity for advanced consumer electronics, including Bluetooth ® hands-free kit with steering wheel control buttons and Bluetooth ® - and USB audio interface and driver and front passenger have a seat heating.

2013 Mitsubishi Outlander

Am Outlander "35 years" to bring the 18 "alloy wheels from the Intense line features sporty touch. Bi-xenon headlamps with cornering lights, automatic headlight leveling and headlight washers provide extra clear view and safety.

The Outlander, "35" * is available in four engine / transmission combinations: the two front-wheel drive models are available with petrol or diesel engines (2.0 and 2.2 MIVEC MIVEC ClearTec DI-D +) and a manual transmission. The two-wheel-drive diesel versions with optional 6-speed manual gearbox or with TC-SST dual-clutch gearbox (2.2 DI-D 4WD) can be ordered.

The 2.0 liter petrol engine (108 kW / 147 hp) and the 2.2 liter diesel DI-D + (130 kW / 177 hp) are equipped with the electronically controlled valve timing MIVEC (Mitsubishi Innovative Valve timing Electronic Control) and guarantee an extremely environmentally friendly and economical driving. Additional bonus with the Outlander 2.2 DI-D + MIVEC 2WD ClearTec: Automatic Start-/Stopp-System turns off the engine when the vehicle stops, for example, before a red traffic light. Once the clutch is depressed, the unit jumps again. This reduces the combined fuel consumption to 5.8 liters and CO2 emissions to 153 g / km. Of course, all engines comply with Euro 5 standard. The new Outlander "35 years" Special models are available from 25 590 € available at participating Mitsubishi German contractors.

2012 Mitsubishi I-MiEV

For the 2012 model year Mitsubishi has upgraded its electric compact car i-MiEV and reduced the price. Our test shows how everyday use of the i-MiEV.

With the Mitsubishi i-MiEV electric car was one of the pioneers of today and earlier in the trade as other manufacturers. The 347 cm long compact car designed it from scratch as an electric car, which has the advantage that the batteries are housed under the floor, so the trunk does not require sacrificing.

For the 2012 model year Mitsubishi's i-MiEV has been upgraded with modern materials and strong, and seat covers provided in the interior. But even if the equipment has changed a lot.

Thus, heated front seats, a stereo radio with CD player and USB port, ABS, ASC, TC, 6 airbags, a radio remote control to preset the air conditioner, the heater and defroster function via timer, and a display of battery SOC production equipment.

In addition, the 2012 model over a virtual warning that will warn up to a speed of 35 km / h pedestrians and cyclists at the approach of otherwise silent car.

It's funny that you would like to limit it to one side, the noise from cars by any means, is a car but then again without any noise on the road, it is compelled by law to be loud again.

After all these bare numbers we are interested in how to get an electric car from Mitsubishi through the day. The interior is very nice and already has four people. While offered in height on all four seats lots of headroom, it is for the feet on all four seats relatively close. Here apparently the Japanese was taken as a guide, are large Grown in the small cramped little i-MiEV on the road.

This is the boot volume of 235 liters of the small car class failed sufficiently large and can be extended if necessary by folding down the rear seats up to 860 liters.

To the great surprise is the operator of the i-MiEV simple and absolutely without any electric-specific peculiarity. The speed is displayed digitally, and instead of a tachometer you have an Eco-indicator, which informs about the current flow of energy. A fuel gauge and a complete range indicated by the simple and clearly laid-out speedometer.


After turning the ignition key you will hear a beep tone that signals in combination with a green light signal a willingness to pull out that you can. The selector lever has two or more options for the driver. In addition to "P" for parking, "R" for return, "N" for neutral and "D" for Drive are still additional positions "B" for brake and "C" for Comfort for election.

In "D" is the i-MiEV is in normal driving mode and provides the full power available. When approaching a traffic light or at high speed on the road a roundabout, one does well to place the selector lever to position "B", since the system directly through the braking, the energy generated in the battery and the range of Sun can be increased. The "C" mode is designed for pleasure cruises on motorways and country roads, where you can roll with less power and therefore less demand for electricity there.

The advantage of electric cars is that the maximum torque - in the case of the mitsubishi i-MiEV is the 180 Nm - right at the start is available. One comes with an enormous amount of power from the same spot, and up to 50 km / h there is little in the Mitsubishi forward really fast.

If you want to speed up then keep it afloat, you realize that the 66 hp (49 kW) electric motor has been some trouble with some 1.1 ton compact car.

The ride is fun for the mitsubishi i-MiEV written large: with a very low center of gravity of the little Mitsubishi is very good on the road. The steering is somewhat vague, but the road situation perfectly, even in brisk cornering.

Up to 130 km / h you may be traveling with the i-MiEV, the solid pressure on the accelerator (should actually more power pedal used in this case) does of course also reach, how to quickly read in the space provided for display.

According to the work of i-MiEV coming up to 150 km / h over a distance before the energy runs out of 16 kWh battery strong. In practice, this range can cope well only at very leisurely trip, with warm temperatures and without radio and air conditioning. In practice, we have a full battery, use the air conditioner and the enjoyment of the radio on a route with highways, country roads and city share had around 80 miles away.

Then the 2012 mitsubishi i-MiEV has again for up to 8 hours to the outlet so that the battery is fully charged. With the "Quick Charger" can lead to a correspondingly high 80% of energy after 30 minutes.

If you do not return long distance sets and can do without spontaneity, is the Mitsubishi i-MiEV but an absolutely suitable for everyday use with a great road-holding and good facilities. In addition, it is absolutely easy to operate and any necessary conversion from one powered with gasoline or diesel engine car. Most beautiful is that you have absolutely no vibration and is extremely quiet road.

Mitsubishi Lancer (2012)

CAR GARAGE | Mitsubishi Lancer (2012) | It seems a That the Mitsubishi has finally gone one step ahead by adding a four wheel drive car in their collection for 2012. The Mitsubishi Lancer never had the all-wheel drive system but this year, the new model of the Lancer is getting the all-wheel drive system in it. This will eventually increase of the ranking of this car in the market. If you are living in a country where there is snow, heavy rain and bad weather all over the year, this is really a great car to keep. If you do not know then here is the most interesting information for you; the Mitsubishi Lancer and Subaru Impreza are the competitors in the market.

A perception of out-dated car has already been made against this car Lately as well. We also know this new car with the name Lancer SE AWC where AWC stands for all-wheel control. Yes, we have already Discussed Mitsubishi introducing the all-wheel-drive system in the Mitsubishi Lancer. This car has not got a 2.4Liter - 4 Cylinder Engine Offered That was before in GT cars onlyThe car still has the old variable automatic gear system. If we compare this feature with the Impreza, it offers a manual-speed system.

However, the Lancer has got muscles and it is using the power of its muscles Wisely. The 2012 Lancer can not only take off at fast speed but torque provides the ultimate Speeding while turning as well In short, the 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer is not only a perfect ride for bachelor but for a small family or 4 as well.

Mitsubishi Outlander Sport (2013)

CAR GARAGE | Mitsubishi Outlander Sport (2013) | With composed handling, a comfortable ride and roomy seating for five adults, this stylish crossover is currently the best-selling car in Mitsubishi Motors' North American lineup models. The entire front fascia of the 2013 Mitsubishi Outlander Sport has been completely made over versus last year's model.

The highly-stylized front / rear fascia makeovers - along with new black-colored side sills - Enrich the Mitsubishi Outlander Sport's already athletic-looking aesthetic demeanor, further separating Mitsubishi's compact crossover from its more mundane peers.

Standard equipment on all models includes Mitsubishi Outlander Sport stylish 18-in. alloy wheels; leather-wrapped steering wheel and shift knob; cruise control with steering wheel-mounted controls; Electric Power Steering (EPS); FUSE Hands-free Link System  That allows voice-activated operation of an iPod  and a cell phone, remote key less entry; eye-catching rear combination LED tail lamps; heated outside mirrors; steering wheel-mounted audio controls; and air conditioning with micron filter.

Among the safety features included are driver knee airbag; Hill Start Assist (HSA), Active Stability Control (ASC), Traction Control Logic (TCL), anti-lock braking system (ABS) with Electronic Brake-force Distribution (EBD) and Brake Assist; and an advanced air bag SRS with front passenger weight and driver's seat position sensors, front seat-mounted side-impact water bags, and curtain side air bags with roll-over sensors.

Monster Tajima ready to tackle Pikes Peak in an all-electric prototype

This year, Pikes Peak will once again be crawling with electric vehicles. Mitsubishi will be there with its i-MiEV-based racer and the Pikes Peak EV Challenge Committee has just announced it will bring a new all-electric car to scale the 14,110-foot height in Colorado this July.

The prototype vehicle will be developed by Team APEV, where APEV stands for the Association for the Promotion of Electric Vehicles, and will be driven by Nobuhiro "Monster" Tajima. Tajima has won the contest for the last six years, breaking the ten-minute barrier for the first time last year. But that was in a gas-powered car, which isn't nearly as cool as doing it with zero emissions. The coolest part, for real, is that Team APEV and Monster Sports will be participating to help victims of the 2011 Great East Japan Earthquake disaster as well as promoting environmental education projects for children and "projects to promote active participation from the senior citizens of Japan."

In 2011, two EVs, a Nissan Leaf and a custom EV from AC Propulsion, made the climb.


Source: Autoblog Green

Pint-size Electric Motor Packs Super-size Power

Mitsubishi’s little electric cars have a lot of fans here at Gas 2, and they’re sure to win a few more with the introduction of a new EV motor that incorporates something called a silicon-carbide inverter. That’s fancy-talk for cutting-edge technology that will allow Mitsubishi to build EVs with smaller motors that deliver just as much power as the company’s current electrics.

Mitsubishi claims that the motor’s power chips are all silicon carbide-based, which results in a 50% improvement in conductive efficiency compared to their (and everyone else’s) current silicon-based inverter systems. That’s good news for MiEV fans and all the performance enthusiasts out there waiting on Mitsubishi’s hinted-at Evo XI diesel hybrid rally weapon.

We’ll have more on this new tech as soon as Mitusbishi puts it in an actual car. Until then, you can check out their full (albeit, brief) press release, below.

Tokyo – Mitsubishi Electric Corporation (TOKYO: 6503) announced today it has developed a prototype electric vehicle (EV) motor system with a built-in silicon carbide inverter. The EV motor system is the smallest of its kind, measuring just half the dimensions of Mitsubishi Electric’s existing motor system that uses an external inverter, and loss is below half that of silicon-based systems.

The new motor system is expected to enable manufacturers to develop EVs offering more passenger space and greater energy efficiency. The company plans to commercialize the motor system after finalizing other technologies for motor/inverter cooling, downsizing and efficiency.

The global demand for EVs and hybrid EVs (HEVs) has been growing in recent years, reflecting increasingly strict regulation of fuel efficiency and growing public interest in saving energy resources and reducing carbon dioxide emissions. As EVs and HEVs require relatively large spaces to accommodate their robust battery systems, there is a strong need to reduce the size and weight of motor systems and other equipment to ensure sufficient room in passenger compartments.

Source: Gas2.0

2013 Mitsubishi Outlander

CAR GARAGE | 2013 Mitsubishi Outlander | Motors Corporation (MMC) unveiled its third embodiment of this concept with the all-new next-generation Mitsubishi Outlander at the 2012 International Geneva Motor Show. Fittingly, MMC's complete family of Passenger Vehicles / crossovers / SUVs will also see a gradual transition to a re-focused design language, as seen with the all-new Mitsubishi Outlander.

Understated yet assertive, Mitsubishi Outlander's exterior design is further enhanced by a slim front aerodynamic grille with stylish hockey-shaped chromed strips seem to be milled directly from solid brass as if to shield the three-diamond logo, in-between the feline look of the sculptured wrap-around headlamps.

This same quality Continues look inside the car with premium high grade materials (padded surfaces, soft-touch finish, silver or wood Accents, gloss black appliques) gracing a dashboard designed for better driver concentration, Including ergonomic steering wheel controls as well as high- resolution and easy-to-read instrument displays.

After the Geneva unveiling, the all-new next-generation Mitsubishi Outlander will be launched first in Russia in summer 2012, prior to European (late summer), Japanese, Oceania, Chinese and North American debuts. During the course of 2012, MMC will also take advantage of the built-in possibilities of the Mitsubishi Outlander's versatile and powerful electronic platform to add an EV architecture-based plug-in hybrid power-train to the ICE Outlander range.

 

Mitsubishi’s I-MiEV Is A Versatile Battery On Wheels

Mitsubishi has made the i-MiEV into more than just a car – now it really is a giant mobile battery as well as a super-cute mode of transportation. Mitsubishi Motors will be offering an option to new car buyers (and presumably existing i-MiEV owners as well) through its dealers on April 27th, 2012 – the MiEV power BOX.

The MiEV power BOX (yes, that is exactly the right capitalization) is a relatively small and rather inconspicuous little white box. It plugs into the i-MiEV’s quick-charge outlet, and pulls electricity right from the battery. It then converts the electricity to AC 100V, with up to 1500W available. It’s compatible with both the i-MiEV and the MINICAB-MiEV.

When the lithium ion battery is fully charged (at 16 kWh, according to the MiEV’s specifications) and connected to the MiEV power BOX running continuously at full 1500W capacity, it has between 5 and 6 hours of available power. Mitsubishi estimates it’s enough to run the typical Japanese household for about a day.

The MiEV power BOX is available through Mitsubishi dealers in Japan for 149,800 yen, or about $1821 USD (according to the exchange rate at 5pm on Monday, March 12th). Mitsubishi has also announced this via their new Facebook page, where they have just started informing fans and potential customers of new developments.

While the power BOX is definitely not a cheap option, it does seem eminently practical – particularly considering the recent anniversary of the Tohoku quake that left many without power or with scheduled blackouts for months.

Source: Gas2.0

2013 Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution XI

2013 Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution XI

CAR GARAGE | 2013 Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution XI | The rumor has long been the Evo XI That would be a diesel-electric hybrid. Such a power-train would allow the Evo XI to hustle to 0-60 MPH in under 5 seconds while still receiving better fuel economy than the current Evo. The electric motors will power the vehicle at low to middle speeds, while the engine will kick on at high speeds.

Evo is one of the best models ever Offered Mitsubishi and fans everywhere were surprised That the company would take Such extreme measures. A pedal back then, and President and CEO of Mitsubishi, Osamu Masuko, the calm waters by stating That the Evo X will not be the last of the Evolutions.

Now, Masuko has Offered even more detail to the future of the Japanese magazine Evo, Best Car, stating that "Mitsubishi fully intends to Produce high performance cars in the future, although the green."

This means the 1.6-liter gasoline engine combined with an electric motor That will take power from one set of lithium-ion batteries. Hybrid system will be combined with S-AWC system Mitsubishi all-wheel-drive and active yaw control, the technology has been used in X. Evo

2013 Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution XI

The Evo-loving world was in Shambles after Mitsubishi Global Product Director, Gayu Eusegi, Announced That the company would be killing off the all-wheel-drive turbocharged Lancer Evolution. Yeah, join the club, Masuko.

2013 Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution XI

First East Coast Shipment of 2012 Mitsubishi i Electric Vehicles Arrive at the Port of Baltimore

PRESS RELEASE

Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc., (MMNA) has received the first shipment of 2012 Mitsubishi i electric vehicles to the eastern United States. These units will be delivered to Mitsubishi Motors dealerships for use as demonstration vehicles.

This initial delivery of the Japanese auto manufacturer's groundbreaking 100% electric-powered vehicle to the Port of Baltimore – recently named by the EPA as the #1-ranked most fuel-efficient vehicle available in the United States – marks the debut of the fun-to-drive, efficient and proven 2012 Mitsubishi i to most of the eastern seaboard.

"With so many vehicles sold in different parts of the globe, Mitsubishi's 100% electric-powered vehicle has a proven record of reliability, safety and ease of use," said MMNA President & CEO Yoichi Yokozawa."And as the #1 selling electric vehicle (EV) in Norway, the Mitsubishi i should have no problem adapting to American households in the cold-climate northeast corridor."
Customer and fleet deliveries of the 2012 Mitsubishi i began last December on the west coast (California, Oregon, Washington and Hawaii). The vehicle will be available to test drive at participating dealerships throughout the northeast, Virginia and Illinois beginning in March and will be available nationwide by this summer.

With a starting net value of $21,625* for the well-equipped entry-level ES model (the premium-grade SE version begins at $23,625*), the 2012 Mitsubishi i is the most affordably-priced mass-produced electric vehicle (EV) available in the United States and is the first of several new advanced, alternative-fuel production vehicles that the Japanese auto manufacturer plans on bringing to the North American market in the next few years.

For more information on the 2012 Mitsubishi i, please visit media.mitsubishicars.com and i.mitsubishicars.com.

* ES $29,125 MSRP less $7500 federal tax credit = $21,625 after tax credit; SE $31,125 MSRP less $7500 federal tax credit = $23,625 after tax credit

About Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc.

Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc., (MMNA) is responsible for all manufacturing, sales, marketing, research and development operations for Mitsubishi Motors in the United States. MMNA sells coupes, convertibles, sedans and sport utility vehicles through a network of approximately 400 dealers. In November of 2011, MMNA launched the battery-powered electric vehicle Mitsubishi i as part of a corporate mission to offer consumers more environmentally responsible modes of transportation. This battery-powered electric vehicle technology addresses the need for vehicles that produce zero tailpipe emissions and support a growing agenda for sustainability. For more information, contact the Mitsubishi Motors News Bureau at (888) 560-6672 or visit media.mitsubishicars.com.

Mitsubishi will debut production-ready extended-range Outlander at Geneva

Along with redesigning the entire Outlander line which will debut next month at the Geneva Show, Mitsubishi will introduce its long-anticipated production plug-in hybrid version with capability of 31 miles all-electric range, and potential for near-triple-digit MPG equivalent.

The U.S. version of the tech-laden vehicle is to go on sale in 2013 and is derived from the second all-wheel-drive PX-MiEV concept previously shown at Tokyo. According to Mitsubishi spokesperson Christine Jew, it is capable of operating as a series hybrid, parallel hybrid, or on battery power alone.

We noticed a report saying a battery electric version will be introduced, but in the interest of avoiding confusion, we’re reporting Mitsubishi verified that was an error.

Instead, the “EV-based Outlander” will use a gasoline engine (possibly 2.0-liter but not confirmed) plus dual electric motors, lithium-ion battery pack and other technology from its “i” electric city car. Mitsubishi would not verify powertrain details, but the concept upon which it’s based was said to deliver power on par with a 3.0-liter V6.

The two electric propulsion motors (60-kw (80.5 horsepower) on the concept) – one for the front, another for the rear wheels – are controlled by sophisticated electronics. Combined with the petrol power plant, range is said to be over 500 miles (800 km), with emissions below 50 grams per kilometer.

How the plug-in Outlander will do on the EPA fuel efficiency test cycle is to be determined, but Mitsubishi’s initial projection for the easy going Japanese cycle is a combined rating of 141 MPGe (60 km per liter). This cycle normally scores significantly higher than does the U.S. cycle. For some reference, the EPA says Mitsubihi’s smaller i makes 112 MPGe combined.

Mitsubishi says the “eco-friendly” Outlander line will include variants for other markets including gasoline and turbo diesel.

Order of introduction for these new Outlanders is Russia first this summer, then to “European, Japanese, Oceania, Chinese and North American markets,” with the extended-range version beginning production later this fiscal year. The diesel is not scheduled for the U.S.

Among other safety features, the lineup will include the following advanced safety technologies:

• FCM (Forward Collision Mitigation System): Detects obstacles on the road ahead of the car and automatically applies the brakes to prevent a collision.
• ACC (Adaptive Cruise Control System): Operates to maintain a safe distance between the car in front even at very low speeds experienced in heavy traffic congestion.
• LDW (Lane Departure Warning System): Functions to warn the driver that their vehicle is about to depart from its lane.

Production ICE version.

The plug-in Outlander is actually one of eight electrified vehicles Mitsubishi will reportedly launch by 2016. These will include plug-in hybrids and full-electric vehicles.

Part of this new plan – which is reportedly well under way – is to produce small SUV’s and light trucks to attract farmers, contractors, and others who use light trucks as part of their work.

As for their BEV forerunner, the humble i, Mitsubishi has said it hopes to double last year’s global sales for 2012 to 42,000 units.

Mitsubishi looks like it means business, and if it meets its ambitious goals over the next few years, it stands to become a force to be reckoned with.

Source: GM-Volt.com

Mitsubishi will offer battery-electric Outlander crossover by March 2013

Mitsubishi, which will unveil the latest version of its Outlander crossover at the Geneva International Motor Show next month, will start selling a battery-electric version of the CUV by next spring.

The Japanese automaker said it will add an "EV-based Outlander model" to its lineup during its fiscal year 2012, indicating that the EV will start sales by March 31, 2012. Mitsubishi didn't provide further details on specifications, price or range, saying only that the powertrain would be based on Mitsubishi's "already existing EV technology." Last July, Ward's Auto reported that Mitsubishi would start selling a plug-in hybrid-electric version of the Outlander Sport in 2013. The automaker first unveiled a concept version of the plug-in at the 2009 Tokyo Motor Show,

Mitsubishi's battery-electric crossover marks its continued efforts to cut its fleets' carbon footprint by way of broader electrification. Mitsubishi, which started selling its battery-electric Mitsubishi i on the West Coast and in Hawaii last November, last month confirmed that the i would be available nationwide by summer, earlier than expected. The car, which costs about $6,000 less than the $35,200 Nissan Leaf battery electric, was named in November by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency and Department of Energy as the U.S.'s most fuel-efficient vehicle in terms of its so-called miles-per-gallon-equivalent ratings.

Earlier this month, the American Council for an Energy-Efficient Economy (ACEEE) ranked the Mitsubishi i the "greenest" car sold in the U.S. this year. The ACEEE had bestowed that award on the Honda Civic Natural Gas for the previous eight straight years, though the Leaf shared last year's distinction with the CNG-powered Civic.


Source: Autoblog Green

So This Is What’s Wrong With the i-MiEV

Mitsubishi brought a couple of i-MiEVs to the Chicago Auto Show, one in white and one in a gorgeous plum purple. Since I’ve written about the capabilities and specs of the i-MiEV multiple times, I don’t think I need to go into that here, but I did come to a realization while poking at the display. I think I have identified why the i-MiEV will not do well in the American market (and seriously, guys, this makes no one sadder than me, because it is still the cutest electric car I have ever seen).

The Cutest EV of 2011

On the outside, the i-MiEV looks great. It’s got the egg shape with the quizzical little headlights tilting forward, the tiny little grill at front looking like a happy cartoon mouth, and even the bigger bumpers actually look pretty decent in person. It looks like an actual car, not some kind of (admittedly adorable) toy.

One of the floor models had its hood up, and I have to give points to Mitsubishi for this. The vast majority of hybrid and electric cars we poked at had the hoods (and sometimes even the trunk) locked down tight. In stark contrast, the i-MiEV was just hanging out with its electric motor on display, as if to say, “Hey, look, electric cars aren’t scary or arcane at all. Come see how this works.” It was a display that encouraged all sorts of curiosity.

…But Not On the Inside

But then I opened the doors and got to poke around the inside of the car. It’s really easy to tell that it’s based on a kei car (the little tiny inexpensive ones with awesome gas mileage that come with the advantages of lower yearly taxes and fees but as a trade-off don’t go faster than maybe 60 mph with a stiff tailwind). And honestly, the inside of most kei cars do not really qualify as “nice.”

Don’t get me wrong – the Mitsubishi i and i-MiEV are perfectly serviceable little vehicles. They’ve got all the parts you need in the places you’d expect, they’ll go where you want, they’re super adorable and I would still drive either one into the ground. But when bringing the i-MiEV to an American market and charging upwards of $20,000 after the maximum tax credit has been applied… the consumer expects that the inside is actually going to look really nice.

And unfortunately, the inside of the i-MiEV looks and feels like a kei car. I don’t think the fact that it’s an electric car or the fantastic most-efficient-ever EPA rating will be able to overcome that impression. I am disappointed, Mitsubishi. For what it’s worth, the best impression I got from sitting in a battery electric car at the show was the Nissan Leaf. It was fabulous. And I wanted the i-MiEV to be fabulous, too, it just didn’t happen.

Source: Gas2.0

New Mitsubishi i-MIEV Unseats Honda Civic Natural Gas after 8 Consecutive Years at the Top

PRESS RELEASE

With the auto industry back on its feet and fuel economy standards shifting into high gear, automakers provided American consumers with a huge array of vehicles and technologies to choose from in 2012. Today at greenercars.org, the American Council for an Energy-Efficient Economy (ACEEE) released its 14th annual comprehensive environmental rankings showing how these offerings stack up.

The "Greenest" list saw a considerable shake-up this year, with the Mitsubishi i-MIEV battery electric vehicle claiming the top spot from the Honda Civic Natural Gas, which has held on to first place for eight years in a row. Making its model year 2012 debut on the American market, the i-MIEV earns a score of 58, the highest Green Score awarded since the rankings began in 1998. With a combined city and highway fuel economy of 112 miles per gallon equivalent, the i-MIEV outpaces all other vehicles currently sold in United States. "Even taking into account the emissions generated from the electricity used to power the i-MIEV, it still handily outscores other vehicles on the market today," said ACEEE lead vehicle analyst Shruti Vaidyanathan.

The Honda Civic Natural Gas, despite its improved fuel economy this year, appears in second place, tied with the Nissan Leaf. Rounding out the top six are the Toyota Prius, the Honda Insight, and the Smart ForTwo. This year, hybrids dominate the "Greenest" list occupying half of all spots. Highly efficient conventional gasoline vehicles also continue to have a presence on the "Greenest" list, claiming three of the top twelve spots.

"It's increasingly obvious that automakers are fully invested in providing consumers with the widest possible array of vehicle choices. Earning a spot on the " Greenest" list is proving to be a real challenge for automakers given the variety of vehicle technologies on the market and the proliferation of highly efficient conventional vehicles. Just using the latest technology does not guarantee a top spot," said Vaidyanathan. This year saw the arrival of a number of new hybrid options for drivers from Hyundai, Kia, and Infiniti, but none broke into the top twelve.

Widely regarded as the pre-eminent buyer's guide to environment-friendly passenger cars, trucks, and SUVs, greenercars.org provides the facts necessary to examine the eco-performance of any 2012 model.

Vehicles are analyzed on the basis of a "Green Score," a singular measure that incorporates unhealthy tailpipe emissions, fuel consumption, and emissions of gases that contribute to climate change.

This year, a number of updates were made to the Green Book® methodology to more accurately estimate vehicles' environmental impacts. These include improved emissions estimates for the vehicle manufacturing process, changes reflecting current natural gas extraction practices, and consideration of upcoming shifts in the generation mix for the electricity used to power electric cars.

The greenercars.org website also identifies top, widely-available models in each vehicle class. This "Greener Choices" list includes trucks and SUVs such as the Chevrolet Equinox, GMC Canyon, Honda Odyssey, and the Ford F-150 (FFV). Cars such as the Chevrolet Sonic-5 and Hyundai Sonata top their respective classes. As the list demonstrates, consumers can make "greener choices" whatever their vehicle needs may be. Domestic manufacturers claimed five of the twelve spots.

The "Meanest" list this year sees a number of heavier light-duty vehicles, pushing out European sports cars as the highest emitters. The dirtiest vehicles for 2012 are the twin Chevrolet G3500 Express and GMC G3500 Savana cargo vans, followed by the Ford E-350 Wagon and the Bugatti Veyron sports car.

In addition to highlighting the year's "Greenest," "Meanest," "Greener Choices," and best-in-class lists, the greenercars.org website features informational write-ups on model year 2012 highlights, a consumer primer on vehicles and the environment, and advice on how to buy green when shopping for a new car or truck.

Summary "Green Scores" of the 1,000+ configurations of all model year 2012 vehicles are made available to subscribers of ACEEE's Green Book® Online interactive database along with each configuration's fuel economy, health-related pollution impacts, and greenhouse gas emissions. Subscribers can also build custom lists for comparing vehicles. Monthly and annual subscriptions to ACEEE's Green Book® Online are available at greenercars.org .

About ACEEE: The American Council for an Energy-Efficient Economy acts as a catalyst to advance energy efficiency policies, programs, technologies, investments, and behaviors. For information about ACEEE and its programs, publications, and conferences, visit aceee.org.

Mitsubishi Outlander Sport 2013

Mitsubishi Outlander Sport 2013. Currently, in some countries, Outlander Sport for sale in a choice of petrol engines 1.6 liters and 2.0 liters. While the 1.8 liter diesel engine commonrail. Available manual transmission and CVT for petrol engine models. Outlander Sport diesel equipped with a manual transmission.

On the Market, will also be available 2WD and 4WD versions. However, Mitsubishi did not want to make sure whether the Outlander Sport will be equipped with features/Automatic Stop & Go technology.

Outlander Sport class is positioned under the Mitsubishi Pajero Sport. This small crossover can only accommodate 5 passengers.

Mitsubishi Outlander Sport 2013

Mitsubishi Motors Makes Initial Delivery of 2012 Mitsubishi i Electric Vehicles to the Town of Normal, Illinois

PRESS RELEASE

Normal, Illinois, January 24, 2012 – Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc., (MMNA), today delivered six (6) brand-new 2012 Mitsubishi i electric vehicles (EVs) featuring Mitsubishi innovative Electric Vehicle (MiEV) technology to the Town of Normal and Mayor Chris Koos in a ceremony held in the hometown of Mitsubishi Motors' U.S. vehicle manufacturing plant.

In addition to Mayor Chris Koos, other speakers at the event included Jerry Berwanger, EVP & COO of MMNA Manufacturing Division and Ryan Gremore, General Manager of O'Brien Mitsubishi in Normal, Illinois.

Upon conclusion of their remarks, these dignitaries handed the keys to the new Mitsubishi EVs to six Normal Town Council members who then experienced the fun-to-drive 100% electric-powered vehicles for themselves by driving around Normal and visiting charming locales including the Normal Theater and Carl's Ice Cream Store - settings featured in the Japanese auto manufacturer's advertising campaign for the 2012 Mitsubishi i.

"Putting these six all-electric cars into our fleet is the next major step in the EVTown initiative, which has put Normal-Bloomington in the national spotlight as a forward-thinking community," said Normal Mayor Chris Koos. "The Town of Normal is eager to get these cars into service and to show our community how well EVs work for a variety of tasks, even in our cold January weather."
The event marked the first delivery of the all-electric 2012 Mitsubishi i to a customer outside the states of Hawaii, California, Oregon, or Washington.

"I would like to thank the Town of Normal, Mayor Chris Koos and the Normal Town Council members, the EV Task Force and the entire local community for all of the support they have provided to Mitsubishi Motors over the years," said MMNA President & CEO Yoichi Yokozawa in a statement. "The Town of Normal is setting an excellent example for the rest of America to follow by embracing this exciting, environmentally-friendly and money-saving new form of transportation."

Mitsubishi Motors and the State of Illinois announced a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) last year that marked the start of a working relationship between both parties to help foster important initiatives that support electric vehicles like the 2012 Mitsubishi i.
For more information, please visit MitsubishiCars.com/imievfleet and EVTown.org.

About Mitsubishi Motors Corporation

Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc., (MMNA) is responsible for all manufacturing, finance, sales, marketing, research and development operations for Mitsubishi Motors in the United States. MMNA sells coupes, convertibles, sedans and sport utility vehicles through a network of approximately 400 dealers. In November of 2011, MMNA launched the battery-powered electric vehicle Mitsubishi i as part of a corporate mission to offer consumers more environmentally responsible modes of transportation. This battery-powered electric vehicle technology addresses the need for vehicles that produce zero tailpipe emissions and support a growing agenda for sustainability. For more information, contact the Mitsubishi Motors News Bureau at (888) 560-6672 or visit media.mitsubishicars.com.

The Sim-Lei is an EV approved for use on the Death Star - VIDEO

Sim-Lei promo video:

The Sim-Lei is an EV approved for use on the Death Star

Looking for all the world like an elongated Mitsubishi i MiEV that a Stormtrooper would drive, the SIM-LEI recently made an appearance at the 2011 Electric Vehicle Industrial Exhibition in Tokyo. It's been a while since we first caught wind of the SIM-LEI and we've been curious to get a better look at this super-efficient prototype ever since. And now we have.

Developed by Hiroshi Shimizu – the man behind the amazing eight-wheeled Eliica vehicles – the SIM-LEI produces a combination of numbers that puts other all-electrics to shame. Numbers like 0-to-60 in 4.8 seconds and 77 Wh/km (123.9 watt-hours per mile). More numbers? How about 305 km (189.5 miles) at 100 km/h (62 mph) with a 24.5 kWh battery. Eat your heart out Nissan Leaf.

If SIM-Drive, Shimizu-san's company, sees its vision realized there is another number we'd like to see associated with the retail version of this vehicle; $24,900. That's the price they calculate they could sell it for in volumes of 100,000 units. Perhaps that's a long shot, but hey, you've got to have goals.

But enough of numbers. Hit the jump for excellent video that explores the SIM-LEI inside and out (check out that 19-inch display!) and let us know where you stand on efficiency and performance versus Clone armor.


Source: Autoblog Green

2012 Mitsubishi i Proves Itself At Indy - VIDEO

The Mitsubishi iMiEV proves itself at Indianapolis Motor Speedway.

2012 Mitsubishi iMiEV in Hawaii - When Will Yours Arrive?

Look back a year, and you’ll probably remember the hype surrounding the first 2011 Nissan Leafs and 2011 Chevrolet Volts to be delivered to retail customers in the U.S.

For the 350 or so lucky Volt and 10 Leaf owners, it meant they were among the pioneers: the first people to own one of a new wave of mass-produced electric cars.

Now it’s the turn of Mitsubishi, which is trickling out 2012 Mitsubishi i cars in select states.

Earlier this month, the first production 2012 Mitsubishi i was delivered to City CarShare - a 10-year-old nonprofit car-sharing service based in San Francisco. Then just over a week ago, Mitsubishi delivered a 2012 i to its first retail customer -- Bryson and Bridget Nishimura of Waipahu, Hawaii.

Officially ranked by the EPA as the most efficient electric car currently on sale in the U.S., the 2012 Mitsubishi i is also the the cheapest highway-capable electric car on sale, with the base-specification 2012 Mitsubishi i ES costing $29,125 before state and federal incentives.

2012 Mitsubishi i

With an EPA-approved range of 62 miles, the 2012 Mitsubishi i benefits from the same direct current rapid-charging capabilities as the 2012 Nissan Leaf, enabling it to recharge from empty to 80 percent full in around 30 minutes.

We already know that there are already several Mitsubishi i cars on the roads of Hawaii, but what about the other states where sales of the i have already started: Oregon, Washington, California and Illinois?

We know there’s at least one in Oregon -- we drove it back in October -- and selected dealers in the five launch states should now have demonstration cars, but have you seen one yet

Perhaps you’re on the waiting list. And if you are, do you know when your car will arrive?

Source: Green Car Reports