Mitsubishi Concept-Sportback

Mitsubishi Concept-Sportback




Following on from sketches, Mitsubishi Motors has now released the first image of its latest concept car, the Concept-Sportback. Set to make its world debut at Frankfurt Motor Show in September.

The Mitsubishi Concept-Sportback gives the first indications of the company's vision for its next generation of C-segment cars and debuts its design inspiration for a new European 5-door sports hatchback.

http://www.carpages.co.uk/mitsubish...back-11-08-05.asp?switched=on&echo=1023412134

That thing looks pimp! Really slick but beefy at the front end. I like.

that looks pretty mean....im glad they kept that section in the center black cuz if even part of it was the same color as the rest of the car, i dont think it would be as mean lookin...

one word... HOLYFUCKNUT

dunno, its just a concept, might not look the same as when its in production...who knows, but i love it ..

the headlights never looks the same..

I agree bout the black in the middle, that does help. I hope they don'[t change it too much.

Paolino, I love your sig, hahaha

I'm really liking the look of that vehicle, obviously, i it goes to production, the front end treatment probably wont be as aggressive, hood probably wont look like that at all, but if the keep the overall general look the same, they could have a real winner (looks wise)

I'm recalling my first opinion. I think the back is HORRIBLE!!

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Tsk tsk...and the front end showed the car had SOOOO much potential. I though that the back end would be more of a Tc/Mazda 3 look in the back end.

Opinons?

why the fuck cant this companymake a decent looking car

those headlights look bad ass dood, car is awesome looking

i love the front... the back is eh.... ok... id buy it though... (depends on how much it is...)

I love the front and sides... depending on price and performance... it could be a real hit (have it start at the same price as a well loaded lancer with the 2.4 MIVEC 162hp and have a V6 as an option, the 3.8 from the new Eclipse)... the 4 will keep the price low and the 6 will make it a decent performer...

well my guess is this car will be somewhere in the 300 hp range and around maybe the 30 grand line........ cause something that nice doesn't come out cheap but I dk just my guess there I could be 100% wrong

Mitsubishi Concept X








MITSUBISHI Concept-X (show car)
With an exterior that carries over the full flavor of Lancer Evolution's spartan road machine image and a high quality interior with a functional layout that encourages the driver to concentrate solely on operating his machine, MITSUBISHI Concept-X points to way a new-age Evolution design that is as handsome and purposeful as it is functional.

In the mechanical components department, MITSUBISHI Concept-X mates a turbocharged aluminum cylinder block MIVEC engine to a high-performance 6-speed auto-manual transmission. Extensive use is made of aluminum in the roof, engine hood and other body panels. Chassis performance has been substantially improved with the introduction of Mitsubishi's latest 4WD-based Super All Wheel Control (S-AWC) vehicle dynamics control system. The incarnation of driving pleasure, this highly advanced technical specification makes MITSUBISHI Concept-X a showcase on wheels for Mitsubishi Motors' quintessential road performance technology.

Design
The team has crafted a form with lines that are purposeful and handsome; a form that symbolizes the New Mitsubishi Motors Design while retaining the spartan performance image that defines the Lancer Evolution series.
Distinguished by its eye-catching oversized grille, the front visage borrows design cues from a jet fighter to hint broadly at the huge quantities of air it draws in and at the car's road-hugging stability. The brand-identifying 3-diamond logo on the leading edge of the engine hood is another distinguishing element of the new-age Evolution design.
The simple and functional layout of the cockpit is put together in a design that encourages the driver to concentrate fully on operating his machine. The design team has spared no effort in developing coloring and lighting that engender a keener competition look to the interior. The black keynote interior color uses silver counterpoints to impart the material look of aluminum and create a more dynamic and athletic looking interior space.


Powertrain
MITSUBISHI Concept-X is powered by a 2.0-liter 4-cylinder DOHC MIVEC intercooler-turbocharged engine that delivers instant response at all engine speeds with flat torque that keeps pulling up to the red line. MITSUBISHI Concept-X uses a clutchless 6-speed auto-manual transmission that realizes slicker shifting and higher transmission efficiency than a regular manual gearbox. Paddle shifters mounted on the steering column allow the driver to concentrate on his steering better and enable drivers of all abilities to experience the satisfying pleasure of sport driving.


Body and chassis
The ring-structure frame design realizes a significant increase in body stiffness, while the use of aluminum in the engine hood, trunk lid, fenders, roof and front and rear door panels reduces weight. Reducing weight in the roof and upper parts of the body lowers the center of gravity, while weight reduction in the doors, engine hood, trunk and other peripheral elements reduces the moment of inertia for better steerability. Weight reduction, lowering the center of gravity and reducing the moment of inertia all contribute to better motive performance and better handling.
The suspension features a MacPherson strut at the front and a multi-link arrangement at the rear. Working in concert with Mitsubishi Motors' "Roll Control Suspension" technology, this design delivers very high levels of ride and road holding.


On-board Multi-Media System
The On-Board Multi-Media System complements the interior design in the way it encourages a dialogue between driver and machine. The high-definition LCD monitor provides a real-time display of vehicle and S-AWC operating status while also displaying on-board navigation system maps and DVD audio controls. Rear seat passengers have their own LCD displays at the back of the front seats that allow them to share with the driver driving-related information and to share the fun-to-drive experience.


Super All Wheel Control (S-AWC)
MITSUBISHI Concept-X showcases Super All Wheel Control (S-AWC) vehicle dynamics control technology. A further step up the evolutionary ladder of Mitsubishi Motors four-wheel drive traction and handling technology well proven in the Lancer Evolution and other series, S-AWC realizes cutting-edge levels of vehicle dynamics control. Based on Mitsubishi's full-time 4WD system, as used in Lancer Evolution, that is built around ACD3 and Super AYC4 component technologies, S-AWC adds Active Brake Control, Active Steering System and Roll Control Suspension technologies to realize a fully integrated system.


MITSUBISHI Concept-X specifications
Overall length (mm) 4530
Overall width (mm) 1830
Overall height (mm) 1470
Wheelbase (mm) 2650
Track: F/R (mm) 1565 / 1565
Seating capacity 4
Tires 255/35R20
Wheels 20 x 9J

http://www.auto-motor-und-sport.de/news/fotoshows/mitsubishi_concept_x.92331.htm

*more pictures on that site*

I love the front and sides but in the back the tail lights seem very high. The interior is...uh interesting.

i believe this was already posted b4...newayz...i love it..

edit: http://TRDforums.com/forum/showthread.php?t=3628
icic, from concept to reality....i still cant get over that front end, it looks so hot...

THE MITSUBISHI NEON! I've always wanted one!

I would so buy one, I like that styling it's mean looking love it... and yes even though it was posted b4 BUT these are more recent pics

this car could quite possibly be the next mitsubishi evolution...check out the concept pics of the evo 9....looks a little different..but same concept...

llooks pretty good, if the front bumper was raised to about where the middle of the grille is, itd be alot better

its not that bad i guess.. OEM 20" wheels? that's something. Can't wait to slap some twentysixesses on that sucker, the ones that spin

yeah, Evo 10 concept...but i dunno...wait and see.

front, beauty, sides.... er... I ain't wild about them... rear is fugly

looks like the dodge magnum and the eclipse had a kid. Like the overall look of it though too bad they will never sell it. Concept cars never make it too production.

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