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Mitsubishi set to update model range

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A slew of next generation Mitsubishi models is on the way, set to bring the whole model range of Mitsubishi cars up to date with current times and current design language. First up is a Lancer Ralliart to slot between the usual plain vanilla Lancer sedan and the top of the range Lancer Evolution X.

The Lancer Ralliart’s four pot 2.0 liter turbocharged engine will put out 260 horsepower and will feature all-wheel drive hardware, though not the latest and greatest version in the Evo X, but the previous generation system from the Evolution IX.

The Lancer Ralliart will also be the top of the line model for the upcoming 5-door hatch version of the Mitsubishi Lancer, which you can expect to be strongly based on the Mitsubishi Sportback Concept, one of the first few Mitsubishi concept cars to feature the latest Lancer’s design language.

An electric version of the Mitsubishi i is also in the works, though I doubt it would use the advanced in-wheel motors of the Mitsubishi i MIEV. A replacement for the Mitsubishi Pajero iO (also called the Shogun Pinin) is also in the works, based on the Mitsubishi Concept-cX. Last but not least, the Mitsubishi Galant will receive a full model change in 2010 or 2011, to be based on the Mitsubishi Concept-ZT.

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9 Comments »

  1. mystvearn said,

    November 26, 2007 @ 5:21 am

    Looks like a nice future for Mitsu from now on

  2. 4G63T DSM said,

    November 26, 2007 @ 8:23 am

    A new sportback will be nice…not that coupe concept but a proper wagon as like the old one.

    I like the ralliart sportback (nearly bought one) but was slightly turned off by the somewhat underpowered feel (2.4L only made 162hp and only available with a 4 speed autobox)….

  3. tanasi said,

    November 26, 2007 @ 9:09 am

    2.46m Paul.

  4. szw said,

    November 26, 2007 @ 10:37 am

    upgrade gua…

  5. JULIANLEE2 said,

    November 26, 2007 @ 12:07 pm

    that lancer is ugly

  6. mitlanevo said,

    November 26, 2007 @ 4:52 pm

    should bring in more mitsubishi car to malaysia…..

  7. I my said,

    November 26, 2007 @ 5:06 pm

    Look like an copy from Audi front??

  8. sarawakguy said,

    November 27, 2007 @ 7:06 am

    If this one becomes our PERDANA replacement,sure many hands will want to get this…including ME!!!

  9. JULIANLEE2 said,

    November 29, 2007 @ 3:02 pm

    not me

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