2013 Mitsubishi Space Star Review

With the new 2013 Mitsubishi Space Star has a trimmed entirely on efficiency small cars in the program. We have already gained first driving impressions.

The successor to the Mitsubishi Colt Space Star. (10 years ago there was a compact Mitsubishi Van same name, but otherwise has nothing in common with the new Space Star.)

Mitsubishi wanted to show the name change from Colt Space Star in that it is an all-new small car. After all, the new Space Star has also become even smaller than it was the Colt, but may feature a better space and better efficiency.

Trimmed entirely on the economy brings Space Star only 845 kg on the scales and has become easier than its predecessor by 125 kg. The drag coefficient is only 0.27 and thus has a positive effect on the consumption.

Under the hood of economical Space Star werkt a 1.0 liter 3-cylinder engine, whose power at 71 hp (52 kW) is. This is enough to convey the 371 cm-long small car in 13.6 seconds from 0 to 100 km / h, and to make up to 172 km / h. Here, the little Mitsubishi is satisfied with 4.0 liters per 100 kilometers, corresponding to CO2 emissions of only 92 g / km.

With the basic engine Inform the equipment is also automatically connected to some offers already. In addition to ABS, ESP and 6 airbags are also already working air conditioning, front electric windows, central locking, stereo radio with CD - like playback control and electrically adjustable exterior mirrors - / MP3.

This one has then already 80 hp (59 kW), 15 "alloy wheels, a keyless entry and start system, leather steering wheel, electric windows front and rear, automatic air conditioning and a light and rain sensor on board.

As part of an eco test drives we could get a first impression of the new small car from Mitsubishi. Surprisingly generous space is failed, the Space Star offers plenty of space for a small car and also has many practical shelves.

The boot capacity has also grown with 235 liters compared to its predecessor. The design of the valve unit has been very clear, we have here focused on the essentials, but it runs very nice.

The 1.0 liter 3-cylinder carries out his work very quietly, so that you hardly notice that you do not have 4 cylinder under the hood. Especially in urban areas, it can also go very tangy, and with its maneuverability, the small Japanese can also convince.

Chassis and suspension are designed to be very comfortable, by the relatively long wheelbase of 245 cm and potholes are well filtered.

Who wants to reach the stated consumption from the factory, but must waive any driving pleasure and the air conditioning. We are still not come under 4.2 liters per 100 kilometers, but is still a good value.

2013 Mitsubishi Outlander Electric

2013 Mitsubishi Outlander Plug-in - electric car with four-wheel drive
Mitsubishi Outlander SUV missed the one plug-in hybrid drive. Premiere of the eco-wheel vehicle at the Paris Salon (27 September to 14 October).

The 2013 Outlander features in the new hybrid version of two electric motors, one on the front and one on the rear axle. For the first time, a pure electric all-wheel drive is possible. The third engine on board is an internal combustion engine which operates as a generator to extend the range, at higher speeds, but also directly drive does work.

Prices and exact performance and consumption data, that manufacturer still not. The official fuel consumption cycle of the wheel vehicle but will emit less than 50 grams of CO2 per kilometer. The total range with full batteries and fuel tanks is 800 kilometers.

2012 Mitsubishi Lancer Sportbake

The xenon headlights are turned on, the speedometer needle at the end, the traffic deviates from the left lane ahead of things: a quick car ride with the Mitsubishi Lancer can be a very satisfying affair. It may be due to the aggressive front end of Japanese mid-size sedan that is based on the 295-hp Lancer Evo top model.

2012 Mitsubishi Lancer Sportbake

In fact, behind the impressive radiator mouth of the Lancer Sportback 1.8 DI-D + is a four-cylinder turbo diesel with a rather average 110 kW/150 hp, our test car, however, were well fed: defines After despite variable loader geometry very pronounced turbo lag in the diesel vehemently to stuff and drives the five-door model consistently to well over 200 km / h Intermediate sprints and passing maneuvers are completed easily; nailed accentuates the noise by whistling, hissing and moaning of the turbine. The forward thrust is all the more remarkable as the platform of the Lancer not characterized by special light: the scale proposed, depending on the configuration of more than 1.5 tons. The series was developed in close consultation with the way Chrysler: The Dodge Journey and Chrysler Sebring models, which operate in Europe have recently than Fiat and Lancia Flavia Freemont, share many components with the Japanese.

Consumption of five to six liters can be achieved without problems, even with a sporty driving style, consumption exceeds virtually never the eight-liter mark. A little bit contributes to the start-stop system, the engine - at virtually every stop, shut down without mercy - a little too early for our taste, that is still warming up. Those who support the system at the first traffic light turned off, a note must be: the engine does not immediately go back to work, but remains off offended. A manual restart is required.

Exterior & Interior
The Mitsubishi Lancer is a service provided at the lower end of the price range in its segment - and that he can not deny, especially in the interior. The workmanship and material quality is unjapanisch casual, the transitions between the components are either exported unclean. The trunk mat slips around baseless. And the exterior of the nameplates made of cheap rubber disturbing. In addition, the transformation of sharpened to-door notchback sedan Sportback is not well managed overall. The side elevation loses all power, the rounded, sloping rear end baseless contrasted disadvantageously with the aggressive front.

Practical skills
For this is the practical qualities of the Mitsubishi Lancer Sportback is no doubt. The fastback sedan offers good freedom of movement for all seats, and the variable luggage compartment can expand by a modest 288 to 1,349 liters. Also the handling is convincing. The Lancer offers a good compromise between comfort and sporty firmness, in the border area of ​​the car remains easy to handle.

2012 Mitsubishi I-MiEV

Interior
Inside the four-seater fabric inserts gets in the door panels, a dark-colored center console and shift gate, the front seats as a bright contrast stitching on the fabric and heated seats. As standard the Mitsubishi i-MiEV has been donated a CD radio with MP3 support and USB port and four speakers. The technical changes include the remote control, can be controlled with the air conditioning of the vehicle while charging it from outside.

The interior can thus already be heated or cooled during charging, no power to consume from the battery. With the standard remote control, the charge can also control by timer and you can monitor the charging status of batteries.

Switched passers-warning
Also new is that pedestrians and cyclists will be warned by a beep on the otherwise nearly silent vehicle. The built-in speakers in the front apron occurs at speeds of up to 35 km / h in action, but can be disabled if desired.

Unchanged drive
How far has the Mitsubishi i-MiEV by an electric motor with 49 kW (67 hp) and will create 150 kilometers on one charge. After that, the lithium-ion battery in eight hours at the 230-volt household outlet to be recharged. By quick charge at a special charging station, it takes only 30 minutes. Also unchanged were the three driving modes D (normal driving), B for downhill and C (Comfort) for reducing energy recovery for highway driving. The modified i-MiEV can be ordered now. The approximately 330 Mitsubishi dealers are also service stations for the i-MiEV.

Mitsubishi L 200 Review

Engine variants
For the new  L 200 three engine variants to choose from. The 2.5-liter turbo-diesel develops in the variants with pure rear-wheel drive 94 kW / 128 hp and four-wheel versions 100 kW / 136 hp. In Top 2.5 DI-D +, it brings the engine to 131 kW / 178 hp Mitsubishi Announces New UL 200 over a maximum torque of 400 Nm (automatic: 350 Nm). The top speed is 179 km / h, average fuel consumption to EU standard 8.1 liter.

2WD entry-level version
The Mitsubishi is available as an entry-level 2WD long bed with 2.22 meters from 18 990 euros. The payload of up to one tonne braked towing capacity 1.8 tons (12% slope). Fuel consumption is moderate from 7.2 to 7.4 liters per 100 kilometers.

Double Cab 2WD
L 200 double cab 2WD than now available. He has the same engine as the single cabin, but adds a self-locking rear differential, central locking and electric windows. The cargo area is all double cab models has grown by 18 centimeters. On request is available for the L200 2.5 DI-D Double Cab Intense + an electronically controlled 5-speed automatic transmission with sport mode, which adapts to the INVECS-II technology, the switching times of the individual driving style.

A new cockpit design provides for even more cars inside atmosphere. So it is in the Intense version of Mitsubishi Announces New L 200 preliminary examinations include a multifunction steering wheel, a light / rain sensor, a phono input, a new cockpit fairing and a multifunction display. Still, there is the electrically retractable rear window. The front seats are padded more comfortable and provide better lateral support. The safety equipment includes driver and front passenger airbags, belt tensioners and belt force limiters in front, ISOFIX child seat anchorages for standard (outer rear seats, crew cab only), a Sicherheitspedalerie and optimized front for pedestrian protection. In addition, the 2.5 DI-D + and Club Cab (extended single cab) on front side airbags and the double cab additional overhead airbags.