Mitsubishi Lancer

Mitsubishi Lancer

Mitsubishi Lancer

 Mitsubishi Lancer

 Mitsubishi Lancer

Styling Mitsubishi STRADA TRITON 2010

After the auction price bid is opened during October 2009, PT. Krama Yudha Tiga Berlian Motors (KTB) finally announced Strada Triton Hiroshi Masuoka successfully sold the last bid Rp276 million.

The lucky ones get a Mitsubishi Strada Triton has ever used pereli world, Matsuoka was Feryadi Irvan, a businessman from Jakarta.

Irvan's car managed to get a special edition double cabin after previous KTB as the Mitsubishi brand holder open the initial price of Rp235 million.

Strada Triton Exceed the auction block is Strada Triton Exceed M / T, which has a view like Rally cars with the addition of a variety of accessories. These vehicles became more special with the signature of the Dakar Rally pereli Hiroshi Masuoka and Uesugi Gayu develop a Strada Triton products.

"Strada Triton of this, even once used by Masuoka at the launch of Strada Triton Exceed in Bali in May 2008," said KTB President Director Fumio Kuwayama, in a press release received Legal, Tuesday (3/11/2009).

Results from Strada Triton charity auction will be donated by the KTB fully to a non-profit foundation JEEPrograms (Jakarta Extra Education Programs) to assist the interests of education in Indonesia, especially in West Sumatra who had just hit by the earthquake and several schools built in West Java .

New Mitsubishi ASX Previewed - now with Lancer style shark nose

New Mitsubishi ASX Previewed

Mitsubishi will premiere its ASX compact crossover at the 80th Geneva Motor Show in March. The ASX is the European version of the Japanese market RVR, which will go on sale next month. MMC’s small SUV seats five and will slot below the recently redesigned Outlander, now with Lancer style shark nose.

The Euro-spec ASX will come with an all-new Euro 5 ready 1.8-litre turbocharged direct-injection diesel engine, jointly developed by MMC and Mitsubishi Heavy Industries Ltd. Featuring “Automatic Stop & Go” technology with a 6-speed manual transmission, the ASX is said to be very good for economy and emissions.

Not much details available for now, so take a look at the ASX’s rear after the jump.

Mitsubishi ASX to Debut at Geneva - European

Mitsubishi will be debuting its new crossover, the ASX, at the Geneva Motor Show in March.

The ASX is the European version of the Japanese market RVR. It is a 5-seat, compact crossover, about 4.3 meters long, and is slotted below the Outlander in the Mitsubishi lineup.

Mitsubishi hasn't released many details on the model. It will come with a 1.8 liter turbocharged, direct-injection petrol/gasoline engine coupled to a 6-speed manual transmission, but they don't specify power outputs. The concept upon which the ASX is based, the Concept-cX, featured a diesel, but there is no mention of an oil-burner for the European market in the very brief press release. That concept car was also an all-wheel drive but there's no news either on whether this crossover will have that feature too.

The RVR will go on sale in Japan next month. The ASX will be rolled out in European markets in the spring, following its introduction in Geneva. We will have to wait until then for more details.

Mitsubishi Eclipse

MSRP: $20,249 - $30,149

Overall, reviews gathered by TheCarConnection.com agree that the curvy style and powerful look of the 2009 Mitsubishi Eclipse Eclipse recall muscle cars of the past. Motor Trend remarks that the 2009 Eclipse's "spaceship styling has aged well," while Road & Track says that the stylized elements of the Eclipse "add flair in a market in which flair sells." Though the 2009 Eclipse sports the same body style created in 2004, Cars.com notes, "the look is what turns you on." Edmunds.com agrees, remarking that the Eclipse GT "does merit more serious consideration" when looking for a vehicle that will turn 2009 Mitsubishi Eclipse heads.

This curvy fluidity lends a sexiness to the 2009 Mitsubishi Eclipse Eclipse that is lacking in some of the other front-wheel-drive 2009 Mitsubishi Eclipse To Motor Trend, the front end looks like a "gaping maw" but is "offset by fluid curves." While most 2009 Mitsubishi Eclipse versions of cars are manufactured from the hardtop version, Popular Mechanics notes that the "open-top version was engineered to be topless from inception." This lends to a more normal look when the 2009 Mitsubishi Eclipse rolls back the cloth top for quick cruise up the Pacific Coast Highway.

$30,149

Mitsubishi says yes to U.S. market launch of all-electric i MiEV RWD microcar

Ending the speculative rumors that had been circulating for quite a while now, Mitsubishi officially confirmed at its New York Auto Show press conference that the fully-electric i MiEV microcar will be arriving on U.S. shores. The pure electric, four-passenger i MiEV is scheduled to go on sale in Japan this July with Europe following suit in 2010 and the U.S. shortly after that. The tiny i MiEV, which is slightly smaller than a Fiat 500 measuring 3.395mm or 133.6-in. in length, is based on the Japanese market, rear-engined 'i' minicar.

The electric version replaces the i's conventional gasoline engine, transmission and fuel tank with a lithium-ion battery system, electric motor and onboard charging system. However, it retains the standard i's rear mid-ship architecture which allowed Mitsubishi to integrate the new components under the seats, luggage compartment and floor deck.

The i MiEV's battery pack can be charged either from an 110v outlet - which takes around 12 to 14 hours - or half that time on a 220v. Additionally, there is a fast charge connector that allows the battery to reach 80 percent of capacity in just 30 minutes.

We're not aware of the exact specifications of the U.S. market model, but it is most likely that the vehicle will undergo certain changes to 'fit' (feel free to share your thoughts on this one...) the needs of the American market.

Ings+1 Releases N-Spec Aero Kit for Mitsubishi Lancer EVO X

Being one of the most popular cars amongst tuners, there's always something new for the Lancer EVO X. The latest developments come from Japanese tuner Ings+1 that introduced a new aero kit consisting of an extra-large rear wing and a front bumper and grille assembly. The kit, which is supposedly inspired from Ings+1's racing EVO Xs, will be available from early 2009.

Via: Worldcarfans

Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution IX MR

2006 Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution is going into its ninth edition. The car has more torque and is coming with aerodynamic enhancements with it new body. The car is coming with 2.0 liter 16 valve turbocharged and intercooled engine.

2006 Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution has an increase power of 286 hp and a better torque of 289 lb-ft at 3500 rpm. With the help of new and innovative Valve timing and lift Electronic Control system that utilizes a VVT sprocket to optimize valve timing for different conditions, combined with enhancements to the vehicle’s turbocharger, 2006 Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution is getting a boost in its power. Increased torque is coupled with 5 speed manual transmission.

The front of the car is updated for a better aerodynamics and better cooling. Mesh grille and air inlets at front center bumper helps improve airflow and gives a efficient cooling to the engine. The car is fitted with 235/45-17 Yokohama ADVAN high grip tires.

Mitsubishi's European Sales Plummet 18 Percent

The year that passed proved to be very difficult for automakers around the globe, so we can't say that we are surprised with Mitsubishi's latest announcement that concerns its European sales. For the calendar year 2008, in the 33 European countries that it operates, Mitsubishi's sales decreased by 18% to 164,462 units versus 2007 (200,045 units). The firm's large SUV sales were among the hardest hit with the Pajero/Montero/Shogun losing 46% and the L200 25%.

However, even Mitsubishi's best selling Euro model, the sub-compact Colt hatch, saw its sales decline by 20,6% to 53,435 units from 67,328 units in 2007. The Japanese automaker believes though that it will win back customers this year with the introduction of the facelifted Colt that was revealed at the Paris Show last October.

MME CY 2008 Sales Results

COUNTRIES

	2008	2007	Variation	Market
1 – Germany	27,023	33,643	- 19.7 %	- 1.8 %**
2 –U.K.	23,497	30,656	- 23.3 %	- 11.3 %**
3 – Italy	12,499	19,461	- 35.8 %	- 13.4%**
4 – Spain	9,641	16,979	- 43.2 %	- 28.1%**
5 – Turkey	8,543	6,971	+ 22.5 %	- 17.5 %
6 –Netherlands	8,450	9,079	- 6.9 %	- 1.1%**
7 – Israel	8,430	9,057	- 6.9 %	+ 1.6 %
8 – Greece	6,081	6,769	- 10.2 %	- 4.5%**
9 – Norway	5,361	5,907	- 9.2 %	- 14.4%**
10 – Poland	5,432	3,433	+ 58.2 %	+ 9.4%**

** Source: ACEA / excludes L200

TOTAL EUROPE	2008	2007	Variation
Overall market (ACEA)*	14,712,158	15,959,804	- 7.8 %
Mitsubishi Motors (ACEA)*	104,929	129,937	- 19.2 %
Mitsubishi Motors (MME)**	164,462	200,045	- 18 %

* ACEA estimated figures / 27 EU countries (incl. Bulgaria and Romania / excl. Malta and Cyprus) + 3 EFTA countries / do not include pickups like L200.

** MME figures / 33 countries / includes L200 / excludes The Ukraine

MODELS	2008	2007	Variation
1 – Colt	53,435	67.328	- 20.6 %
(change-over to new model during Q4 - 2008)
2 – New Outlander	31,561	33,394	- 5.5 %
(launched early 2007)
3 – New L200	28,735	38,369	- 25.1 %
4 – New Lancer	20,802

(launched sequentially from the back end of 2007)

Source:Carscoop

Mitsubishi Evo X FQ-330 GSR SST

What is it?

This is the Mitsubishi Lancer Evo X GSR FQ-330 SST. It’s the mid-point of the three-tier Evo X range (until the nutty FQ-400 arrives) and it now gets Mitsubishi’s dual-clutch SST transmission, which was previously only available on the 291bhp FQ-300.

The FQ-330 also has the big-piped sports exhaust from the FQ-360, although it doesn’t get any of the carbonfibre aerodynamic trimmings from its bigger brother.

Perhaps most significant, however, is that the torque limiter, which allowed only 50 per cent of twist in first gear on early FQ-300 models, has gone.

What’s it like?

Not to put too fine a point on it, bloody marvellous. The SST-equipped Evo X FQ-330 could well be the sweet spot in the Evo X range.

The combination of the removal of the first gear torque limiter and the extra 38bhp transforms the Lancer’s performance off the line. The FQ-330 SST turns the Evo X into the traffic-light sprinter the occasionally lethargic FQ-300 looked like, but never was. The SST gearbox feels much smoother and more positive than in early Evo X’s, too.

On the motorway, and on fast, sweeping A-roads, the six evenly spaced ratios make the FQ-330 SST a much more relaxed companion than the FQ-360, with its gritty five-speed manual, could ever hope to be.

The rest of the Evo X experience is much as you’d expect. The manic power delivery, tremendous four-wheel drive traction and unbelievable levels of grip make the FQ-330 one of the fastest cross-country machines aside from something like a Nissan GT-R. And even then we doubt if the Nissan would easily put clear air between it and an Evo.

There are, of course, the traditional Evo X downsides of tacky interior plastics, heavy fuel consumption and a rock-hard ride, but the Evo X FQ-330 SST manages to mix in more everyday usability than any other Evo variant without compromising its turbo-nutter nature.

Should I buy one?

Even though you’re getting close to Porsche Cayman territory with the Evo X FQ-330 SST’s price tag, as a four-seat point-to-point missile, there is very little to touch an Evo, at any price. And the FQ-330 SST is probably the best of the lot.

Matt Rigby

First drive data

How much?

• Price as tested £35,054
• Price as tested £35,999

How fast?

• 0-62 mph 4.4 sec
• Max speed 155 mph

How big?

• Weight 1560 kg

How thirsty?

• Combined 25.4 mpg
• CO₂ emissions 257 g/km

Engine

• Layout 4 , 1998 cc
• Max power 324 bhp at 6500 rpm
• Max torque 322 lb ft at 3500 rpm