Future models - Mitsubishi - LancerFirst look: Mitsu sketches all-new LancerMitsubishi Sportback concept will herald direction for next Lancer at Frankfurt show14 Jul 2005 MITSUBISHI is laying the groundwork for an aggressive new styling direction, judging by the first sketches of its latest concept car, the Concept-Sportback. Set to make its world debut at September’s Frankfurt motor show, the Sportback points to the direction of the next-generation Lancer small car. The Sportback unveiling will be joined by the launch of the European version of the high-performance 2.0-litre turbocharged Lancer Evolution IX all-wheel drive car. The Japanese-based company says the Concept-Sportback gives the first indications of its vision for its next-generation of C-segment cars and debuts its post-Olivier Boulay design inspiration for a new European five-door sports hatchback. This design direction is readily apparent in the concept’s exterior, which features a sporty wedgelike profile, sharply chiselled lines, an assertive stance borne from a long wheelbase and wide front and rear tracks, and an expressive high-shouldered rear-end. The Sportback also introduces a new Mitsubishi Motors-developed platform, which will be shared with the Dodge Caliber and two Jeep crossover vehicles also understood to be in development. Mitsubishi claims the new platform is "of strategic importance" and flexible enough to accommodate a wide range of derivatives. As a result, it is expected to spawn a range of new models over the next three years from 4WDs to small hatchbacks. Mitsubishi will continue its 2005 model drive with the introduction of a diesel-powered Grandis and a new Colt coupe-cabriolet to European markets later this year. All future modelsAlfa Romeo Abarth Alpine Alpina Audi Aston Martin BMW Bentley Chery Brabham Chrysler Chevrolet Cupra Citroen DS Dodge Fiat Ferrari Foton Ford Great Wall FPV Haval GWM Honda Holden Hummer HSV Infiniti Hyundai Jaguar Isuzu Kia Jeep Land Rover Lamborghini Lexus LDV Mahindra Lotus Mazda Maserati Mercedes-AMG McLaren MG Mercedes-Benz Mitsubishi Mini Opel Nissan Peugeot Pagani Proton Porsche Renault Ram Rover Rolls-Royce Skoda Saab SsangYong Smart Suzuki Subaru Toyota Tesla Volvo Volkswagen Lancer pricingMotor industry news |
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