At the occasion of the 62nd Frankfurt Motor Show, MMC will combine this dynamic fluency with the first tangible demonstration in Europe of its regionalised environmental strategy, previewing the CO2-friendly next generation Euro 5 Clean Diesel family of engines co-developed with its parent company, Mitsubishi Heavy Industries Ltd.<\/p>\n
As a showcase for this dual ”peace of mind”, Mitsubishi Motors will unveil Mitsubishi Concept-cX* in Frankfurt: an accessible, affordable, sustainable and realistic solution to today\u0092s pressing issues. Sporty and flexible, Mitsubishi Concept-cX will follow the popular compact SUV route to carry this message right at the heart of the market.<\/p>\n
Featuring the \u0093Jet Fighter\u0094 grille already seen with Lancer Sports Sedan and using a soft-road application of the Outlander-derived Electric control four-wheel drive drivetrain, the 4.10m long Mitsubishi Concept-cX will also intend to create a link between Mitsubishi\u0092s passenger cars and SUVs.<\/p>\n
Sharp in design and in dynamics, Mitsubishi Concept-cX will boast an excellent environmental performance to be seen in the low fuel consumption and emission levels achieved by its next generation 1.8-litre Clean Diesel engine, mated to an automated manual transmission. A preview of a family of powertrains to be launched in the course of 2009, it features a variable geometry diffuser (VG) turbocharger \u0096 to generate optimum boost pressure for all engine loads \u0096 and DPF technologies.<\/p>\n
Mitsubishi Concept-cX’s further green credentials include eco-friendly ‘Green Plastics’, MMC’s proprietary plant-based resin technology, effectively used for interior trim materials.<\/p>\n
As a reminder, Mitsubishi Motors Corporation has adopted an all-embracing approach in addressing global environmental issues. Under its ‘EIP 2010’ (‘Environment Initiative Program 2010’) umbrella project, the Company is actively engaged in the development of a wide range of such technologies, covering:<\/p>\n
*Powertrains suiting regional needs, driving patterns & infrastructures:
\n+ Clean Diesel Euro 5 family of engines for Europe
\n+ MiEV next-generation electric vehicle for Japan
\n+ Flexible fuel vehicle for Brazil
\n-Materials (plant-based Green Plastic,\u0085)
\n-Processes (Design for Environment guiding principles,\u0085).
\n-Manufacturing (pollution-prevention and recycling measures).
\n-Conservation (Pajero Forest & Local Mountain Restoration Initiative aiming to conserve and cultivate Japan\u0092s forests and woodlands).<\/p>\n
Note: Pajero is Montero in Spain and Shogun in the UK.<\/p>\n
‘Compact crossover’ concept vehicle<\/h4>\nStory by Mitsubishi<\/h4>\n
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