| Mitsubishi Concept PX-MiEV | |
|---|---|
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| Overview | |
| Manufacturer | Mitsubishi Motors |
| Body and chassis | |
| Class | CUV |
| Related | Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV |
| Powertrain | |
| Engine | 1.6 L gasoline engine, 2× electric motors |
| Dimensions | |
| Wheelbase | 2,630 mm (103.5 in) |
| Length | 4,510 mm (177.6 in) |
| Width | 1,830 mm (72.0 in) |
| Height | 1,655 mm (65.2 in) |
TheMitsubishi Concept PX-MiEV is aprototypeplug-in hybridcrossover utility vehicle, first exhibited at theTokyo Motor Show in September 2009.[1][2][3] It uses an 85 kW (116 PS; 114 hp) 1.6-litregasoline engine as a powerplant and generator for two 30 kWelectric motors, one on eachaxle.[1][4] Mitsubishi claims it to be capable of up to 50 kilometres per litre (141 mpg‑imp; 118 mpg‑US) under optimal driving conditions.[1][5][6]
The vehicle's exterior styling supposedly gives clues to the design of thethird generation of Mitsubishi Outlander,[4][7][8] as well as showcasing some technologies which could make it into production.[8][9][10][11]
The Concept PX was also exhibited at theLos Angeles Auto Show in November 2009[4][8] and theGeneva Motor Show in March 2010.[12]
At the2011 Tokyo Motor Show, Mitsubishi unveiled theConcept PX-MiEV II, which is a follow-up to the PX-MiEV study first shown at the 2009 Tokyo Motor Show. Compared with the original concept, it has a higher roofline, more practical and larger side mirrors, more conventional looking alloy wheels, lights and bumper designs. The concept has a larger 2.0-litre MIVEC engine rated at 70 kW (95 PS; 94 hp). It also has a pair of electric motors at both front and rear, delivering an output of 60 kW (82 PS; 80 hp) each.[13][14]
