Mitsubishi has unveiled a new small crossover, dubbed the RVR that is set to go on sale in Japan in the spring of 2010.
The RVR will be powered by a 1.8L MIVEC 4-cyl. It is smaller than the midsize Outlander, but shares Mitsubishi's distinct nose. The RVR is set to be released in the North America as well, but a date has not been given. It's also not known what the crossover will be called here.
PRESS RELEASE:
Mitsubishi Motors Corporation All-New Compact Crossover to Be Named "RVR" in Japan
Vehicle to Go On Sale in Japan Next Spring
Wed, Dec 02, 2009 - TOKYO, Japan -
Mitsubishi Motors Corporation (MMC) has decided to name its all-new compact crossover the RVR. This all-new compact crossover is planned for sequential release globally, and will be first released in Japan next spring.
The all-new RVR is a compact crossover that provides high environmental efficiency and has a compact body while providing ample utility space and high performance.
The RVR will be fitted with an all-new 1.8L MIVEC petrol engine, and will be approximately 4.3 meters in length, featuring high fuel efficiency via its lightweight compact body. With the RVR, MMC expands its crossover lineup, which already includes the full-size Pajero, and the mid-size Outlander.
This new compact crossover will be released globally, including North America, Europe, and Asian regions including China.
Comments (7)
And now for the ubiquitous parade of worthless opinions to follow.
Posted by the end | December 3, 2009 12:19 PM
Posted on December 3, 2009 12:19
@the end
Wow, two articles and the same comment from you... did you just learn how to use the word ubiquitous and decide to impress us with your wit? It's not working in case you're wondering.
Posted by Caddy | December 3, 2009 1:02 PM
Posted on December 3, 2009 13:02
i dont know how successful this car will be in the US with so many other good (probably better) crossovers already out on the market. i honestly feel like Mitsi is on its last leg in America even though they arent bad cars these days
Posted by Phil | December 3, 2009 1:35 PM
Posted on December 3, 2009 13:35
Reminds me a lot of the Outlander.... which isn't a bad car, but I just never seen any on the road.
Well hell Mitsi is still trying to sell the fat body Eclipse...that's a problem right there. Most of there cars are surpassed by other manufactures in the same categories...
How about bring back the day of smaller fun cars?
Posted by Brian | December 3, 2009 2:07 PM
Posted on December 3, 2009 14:07
this'll be fun with a 4b11t in the engine bay, just like the old RVRs that had the 4g63t.
Posted by madnug | December 8, 2009 7:17 AM
Posted on December 8, 2009 07:17
Chinese language sites are buzzing with this information, from Autonet
type into google "rvr 4295mm" and you will see what I mean
Length 4295mm
Width 1770 mm
Height 1615mm
Wheelbase 2670mm
Min. height from ground 195mm
Interior Length 1865mm
Interior Width 1480mm
Interior Height (mm) 1260
Cargo capacity (L) 419
minimum turning radius (m) 5.3
Body Weight (kg) 1360
Engine Type Water-cooled inline four-cylinder DOHC MIVEC
Displacement (cc) 1798
Maximum horsepower (hp / rpm) 139 / 6000
Maximum torque (kgm / rpm) 17.5/4200 10/15 MODE
fuel consumption (km / L) 15.2 (2WD) / 15.0 (4WD)
transmission system CVT
Tire Size 215/65R16
Autonet News (01/04/2010)
Peter M
Posted by Peter | January 11, 2010 7:25 PM
Posted on January 11, 2010 19:25
For an agressive but sweet looking Crossover, it seems under-powered to me. Let's see a turbo 4 putting out 270HP or something. This particular vehice weighs in at almost 3000lbs but is powered by 139HP engine?
Posted by elmo2006 | January 12, 2010 12:04 PM
Posted on January 12, 2010 12:04