Key Takeaways
- There will be an all-electric SUV and a C-segment crossover.
- EV significantly references the most recent Renault Scenic.
- This will be the first new EV from the brand since 2010.
In Europe next year, Mitsubishi plans to introduce a new C-segment SUV with hybrid and internal combustion engine options in addition to a fully electric vehicle.
The French brand’s Scenic E-Tech model, a battery-powered family car that can go up to 379 miles on a single charge, will serve as a major inspiration for Mitsubishi’s next all-electric SUV, which the company previously revealed it was developing in partnership with the Renault Group.
Although Mitsubishi has not disclosed any specifics, its most recent announcement indicates that it would also debut a second new C-segment SUV in 2025. This will soon be available with both hybrid and conventional internal combustion engine options.
The Japanese automaker claims that both cars will have cutting-edge safety features and integrated Google connectivity, which is another feature probably taken from Renault’s Android Automotive-powered infotainment systems.
The brand notes that this will be Mitsubishi Motors’ first battery electric vehicle (BEV) to be introduced in Europe since the i-MiEV, the first major manufacturer’s electric car, was developed by the company in 2010.
Turn the clock back. After a few years, it appeared that Mitsubishi was abandoning the European market entirely due to a dearth of new models, which was correlated with declining customer demand and comparatively weak sales numbers.
In response, the manufacturer updated the outdated Mitsubishi Outlander plug-in hybrid and introduced new Colt and ASX models.
As one of the earliest plug-in hybrids, the latter was previously well-liked in Europe and provided consumers in certain areas, including the UK, with the possibility of fuel savings in addition to substantial tax breaks. In a similar vein, the i-MiEV was one of the first electric cars to be sold in Europe.
However, the vehicle never really took off in Europe because of its low electric range and high price, and its attraction was diminished when tax benefits for models like the Outlander PHEV were eliminated.
When the new SUVs are introduced next year, they will have a wide variety of electrified powertrains to accommodate a wide range of price points and consumer needs, as stated by Mitsubishi Motors Europe President and CEO Frank Krol.
