Mitsubishi Concept-X and D5 World Debuts

Press Release

Outlander

Outlander is an all-new mid-size SUV with a newly developed platform that feature increased crashworthiness and body stiffness. Outlander sports a brand new powertrain that mates an aluminum cylinder block 2.4-liter 16-valve DOHC MIVEC engine to a new Sport Mode 6-speed CVT. And with an aluminum roof panel and mono-tube shock absorbers, Outlander borrows heavily from technology nurtured in the Lancer Evolution series to deliver hard-hitting on-road performance that raises the bar for SUVs. A legitimate on-road SUV, Outlander seats 5 or 7 seats depending on trim level.

Design

The styling development objective was to create a new-age crossover design that embraces the needs of all-surface performance and versatile utility. To realize this, the team has injected a sizeable amount of modern SUV styling to create a design that satisfies the eye of the discerning adult looking for the genuine article. The silhouette sits on a rock-steady stance generated by wide tracks and huge wheels and tires. In its lean proportions Outlander displays the quiet potency of a fully trained athlete to give a stimulating taste of its easily accessible exhilarating performance.

Powertrain

To hit new heights of performance the team has given Outlander a brand new powertrain. The 2.4-liter 16-valve DOHC engine uses an aluminum cylinder block and MIVEC variable valve timing on both inltake and exhaust valves. The power unit is mated to a new Sport Mode 6-speed CVT that uses steering column-mounted paddle shifters. This happy marriage spawns outstanding motive power with instant throttle response giving smooth acceleration, and also returns efficient fuel consumption.

All Wheel Control (AWC)

The aim was to develop a new-age SUV that delivers all-surface cruising performance. To realize predictable handling and allow the driver to safely follow his chosen line, Outlander marries Active Stability Control (ASC) technology to Mitsubishi's proven electronically controlled 4WD system to realize fully integrated control of engine output as well as of torque and braking force at each wheel. A new platform increases body and chassis stiffness, an aluminum roof panel lowers the center of gravity and mono-tube shock absorbers all contribute to class-topping levels of handling and stability.

Rockford Fosgate premium audio system

Outlander uses an exclusive in-car entertainment system developed jointly with Rockford Fosgate, a leading car audio brand in the United States. Tuned for pounding heavy-bass sound reproduction, the 650-watt amplifier, 25cm subwoofer, 7 predetermined equalizer setting, nine speaker, Digital Signal Processor (DSP) system produces sound in pristine audio fidelity, clarity and depth. To extract every decibel from the speakers, Outlander converts the doors into speaker boxes using sheet panel, ABS covers and sound-absorbing material to seal the openings.

Outlander specifications

Lancer Evolution MIEV (technology exhibit)

MIEV � a proposal for next-generation electric vehicles that utilizes to maximum effect the environmental technology Mitsubishi Motors has developed over the years. The offspring of a marriage between such environmental technology and Mitsubishi Motors' sporty characteristics, Lancer Evolution MIEV delivers a totally new experience in driving pleasure.

Lancer Evolution MIEV derives from the Lancer Evolution IX. Utilizing the advantages offered by the electric powertrain to craft smooth and slippery, low-drag body lines, the styling imparts an aggressive wind-cleaving look to the body. Riding on large wheels and tires, Lancer Evolution MIEV projects a tempting taste of its potent new-age sport driving potential.

The wheels are driven by four outer-rotor in-wheel motors. Requiring no speed reducer, these high-efficiency direct drive motors fit neatly into the 20-inch wheels. Each in-wheel motor produces 50 kW of power and 518 Nm torque. With a motor in each wheel, this brings maximum output up to 200 kW (270 PS). And because this drive system allows precise regulation of power at each individual wheel, it opens the door to creating a vehicle dynamics control system in its ultimate evolutionary form � one that could be dubbed Super All Wheel Control (S-AWC).

The in-wheel motors and the lithium-ion battery system, which is located under the floor to reduce the center of gravity, accelerate Lancer Evolution MIEV from 0 km/h to 100 km/h in less than 8 seconds and up to a maximum speed of 180 km/h. This is a level of motive performance that leaves today's EV's standing.

In-wheel motor

The foremost feature of the in-wheel motor is that it allows drive torque and braking force to be regulated with high precision on an individual wheel basis without requiring transmission, drive shafts, differential gears or other complex and heavy components. Housing the drive system in the wheels also gives greater freedom in designing the layout. This will facilitate the conversion of internal combustion engine-powered vehicles into hybrid vehicles without requiring the introduction of complex hybrid power systems. It will also make it easier to provide room for space-consuming components such as fuel cell stacks and hydrogen tanks in fuel cell vehicles. The space-saving benefits of the in-wheel motor also offer exciting possibilities in terms of body design.

Lithium-ion battery

The major shortcoming of the EV to date has been its limited cruising range. This is now well on the way to being overcome with recent improvements in battery performance. MIEV uses the lithium-ion storage cell for its main power source, this offering advantages in terms of energy density and life over other types of secondary or rechargeable battery.