Whereas many would really like this Mitsubishi-engineered mannequin to function a alternative for the growing older ASX, this function is already fulfilled by a rebadged Renault Captur in Europe. In reality, the idea positions itself within the compact slightly than the subcompact section, which suggests it may slot between the ASX and the Eclipse Cross by way of footprint. Within the ASEAN markets, the brand new SUV will increase the present lineup under the bigger Xpander and Xpander Cross.

A New Face For Mitsubishi

The Mitsubishi XFC includes a new design language on the entrance, as the most recent evolution of the “Dynamic Protect” theme. As an alternative of the normal double chrome components, we get T-shaped LED headlights sending Polestar vibes. The EVO X-style grille provides to the aggression despite the fact that it’s largely lined, whereas the massive aluminum-style skidplate under it integrates further LEDs for a rugged look.

The profile is extra sculpted than Mitsubishi’s present choices, with pronounced rear shoulders, a floating roof, the overall absence of door handles, and mirror-replacing cameras. In fact, these options are anticipated to be toned down for manufacturing. On the again, the LED taillights mirror the form of the headlights, as is the case with the rear bumper with the twin illuminated hexagons resembling tailpipes.

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As with the outside, the inside seems to be very near manufacturing standing, setting apart the light-colored upholstery and the flamboyant textures. It sports activities a dual-screen digital cockpit, a three-spoke steering wheel with touch-sensitive buttons, a floating heart console with a futuristic gearshift lever, hidden air vents, sporty seats, and a protracted sunroof.

Mitsubishi talks about “class-leading inside house” and protected dealing with on any terrain and climate situations. The corporate didn’t make clear whether or not the XFC will provide AWD or be a FWD-only proposal like most rival compact SUVs, nor did they announce the platform will probably be primarily based on and the powertrains it would use. They did nonetheless present it with a good quantity of floor clearance and 4 drive modes – Regular, Moist, Gravel, Mud – making it extra liable to mushy off-roading. Notably, that is the primary Mitsubishi providing a Moist driving mode, designed for the customarily flooded roads of ASEAN international locations.

The Mitsubishi XFC Idea might be showcased on the 2022 Vietnam Motor Present between October 26 and 30. The manufacturing model of the XFC is anticipated to reach in spring 2023, rolling out sequentially in ASEAN markets together with Vietnam. In keeping with Takao Kato, president and CEO of Mitsubishi Motors, the corporate is engaged on an electrified variant of the SUV for the longer term, hoping to “roll it out in areas outdoors ASEAN”.