Tokyo, January 18, 2011 – Mitsubishi Motors Corporation (MMC) will unveil the Mitsubishi Concept Global Small (show model) at a global premiere during the 81stGeneva International Motor Show. The Concept Global Small is a concept car based on the ideas “compact”, “affordability”, and “high fuel efficiency.”

MMC will display a total of 12 vehicles (six during press days), including vehicles already on sale in Europe, at the Geneva International Motor Show, March 1st to March 13th at the Geneva Palexpo exhibition and conference complex (opening to the general public on March 3rd). The vehicles on display will be in addition to the 100 per cent electric i-MiEV, of which approximately 2,500units*1 have been shipped to Europe in the three months since start of production and shipment in October 2010.

*1: This number includes Peugeot iOn and Citroën C-ZERO.

The Mitsubishi Concept Global Small is the concept model of the compact passenger vehicle that is planned for production from March 2012 at MMC’s new, third factory in Thailand.

The Mitsubishi Concept Global Smallfeatures qualities inherent in a compact car such as good maneuverability and easy operation. This is accomplished in a highly efficient package that can comfortably seat five adults. In addition, the MitsubishiConcept Global Smallachieves top-of-class fuel efficiency, with CO2emissions in the mid-90g/km range due to:

Display Vehicle List

Model Name No. of Vehicles Notes
Press

Days

Public

Days

MITSUBISHI Concept Global Small 1 1 Concept car, show model
i-MiEV 3 3 European-spec model
ASX 2 2 European-spec model,RVR in Japan, Outlander Sport in the United States
Outlander 1
Pajero 1 Monteroor Shogun in some markets
L200 1 Built in Thailand
Lancer Sportback 1 Galant Fortis Sportbackin Japan
Lancer Evolution 1 Lancer Evolution Xin Japan
Colt 1 Built in Europe
Total 6 12

Tokyo, January 14, 2011 –Mitsubishi Motors Corporation (MMC) announced today that sale of the European-spec i-MiEV new-generation electric vehicle is to commence in 15European countries*1.

As a reminder, MMC began production of the i-MiEVs for Europe from October of last year. Three months after starting shipment, about 2,500 units*2 were shipped.

Currently, the i-MiEV is attracting high attention in Mitsubishi Motors Europe’sterritory. In addition to the first 15 countries the car is to be sold in, there have been requests to introduce the i-MiEV from Finland, Serbia, Turkey, and Slovenia. In response to these requests, MMC plans to ship units to these countries in the near future, making the European countries the i-MiEV will be sold in to 19. Later on, the i-MiEV shall be sequentially introduced further within Mitsubishi Motors Europe’s territory.

*1: Austria, Belgium, Denmark, France, Germany, Ireland, Italy, the Netherlands, Norway, Poland, Portugal, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland, United Kingdom.

*2: This number includes Peugeot iOn and Citroën C-ZERO.

Mitsubishi Motors Australia Limited (MMAL) achieved record sales of 62,496 in 2010, representing a 9.6 per cent increase from 2009. Combined with strong growth in the SUV market and a number of record results, 2010 proved to be a successful year for the company.

In 2010, MMAL made history by introducing the first fully electric vehicle in volume production to the Australian market, with 112 i-MiEVs registered on VFacts.

Other highlights achieved by MMAL during 2010 included:

·         Best ever annual result for Lancer with 23,076 sales

·         Best ever annual result for Outlander with sales of 8,537

·         Growth of 52.5 per cent in the total SUV market thanks to strong sales of Outlander, ASX, Challenger and Pajero

·         Pajero sales increasing at double the market rate (32.5 per cent compared to 16.1 per cent) to reach a total of 6,986

·         Another record year for Triton with sales of 16,578

·         Strong sales of the new ASX, with 631 sold in December

MMAL president and CEO, Masahiko Takahashi, said the strong sales results for 2010 reflected the company’s commitment to providing customers with highly equipped vehicles at attractive prices.

“Mitsubishi is committed to sustainable, consistent growth, and I’m confident we can continue to consolidate our market share in 2011,” Takahashi said.

“We have a great product line-up to offer customers and we are determined to succeed.”

Sales of the new ASX are expected to strengthen as more stock becomes readily available in 2011, with 2,349 already sold in 2010.

Calendar year sales for the company totalled 62,496, an increase of 9.6 per cent over total sales for 2009. MMAL’s overall 2010 total market share remained steady at 6 per cent.

Mitsubishi Motors Australia Limited (MMAL) today announced the current Vice President of Corporate Strategy, Mr Masahiko Takahashi, will become President and CEO, following Mr Robert McEniry’s decision to step down as of 31 March 2010, to pursue other business interests. Mr Takahashi has 27 years global experience with Mitsubishi Motors Corporation (MMC).

He has worked extensively in Japan, the Middle East and Latin America overseeing marketing, distribution and sales programs for numerous markets across these regions, including the establishment of MMC’s operations in the Middle East. In 2005 Mr Takahashi moved from his position as General Manager Australia and New Zealand Department in MMC to work with Mr McEniry at MMAL. Robert McEniry joined Mitsubishi Motors Australia Ltd in November 2005 after extensive experience in the global and local automotive industry at General Motors and SAAB and has presided over a period of significant challenge including the company’s transition from a local manufacturer / importer to a successful distributor and retail company.

Mr Takahashi said: “I have come to appreciate the uniqueness of the Australian market over the last four years, and I see significant opportunity for further growth and success of the Mitsubishi Motors operation in Australia, building on the sound base established by Mr McEniry.”  “We are seeing strong results across our product range, with both Lancer and Triton reaching all time record sales levels for CY 2009, and the management team is committed to building on that momentum,” Mr Takahashi said. On announcing his decision, Mr McEniry said: “I believe the company and the brand are in great shape, with a very solid foundation for future growth.”

Mitsubishi’s global president confirms first shipment of i-MiEV electric vehicles to Australia Mitsubishi Motors Corporation’s global president, Osamu Masuko, today announced the automotive manufacturer would supply i-MiEV electric vehicles to Australia. At a press conference marking his first official visit to Australia, Masuko confirmed Mitsubishi Motors Australia Limited (MMAL) will be the first company to release manufacturer produced electric
vehicles in this country.
During the conference, Masuko confirmed the development of the i-MiEV placed Mitsubishi as the
front-runner in electric vehicle technology. “The i-MiEV has been attracting a lot of attention in Australia, and I am pleased to announce that we can now confirm additional vehicles will be arriving here in the next few months.”
“This announcement will ensure that we will be number one in bringing the electric vehicle to
Australia,” Masuko said.
The initial shipments of the i-MiEV electric vehicles are scheduled for arrival in Australia in July and
August, and will initially include 40 vehicles for Australian distribution. The vehicles will be offered to
customers under a leasing agreement, starting from July onwards. According to MMAL’s CEO and President, Masahiko Takahashi, the vehicles will find no shortage of potential owners on local shores.
“Over the last twelve months we have conducted feasibility trials with potential electric vehicle customers, such as local, state and federal government bodies, and major fleet operators, and the reaction has been overwhelmingly positive,” Takahashi said.
Released in Japan in July 2009, the i-MiEV, which stands for Mitsubishi innovative Electric Vehicle, is one of the world’s first truly viable zero drive-time emission city commuters in volume production. International interest in the vehicle has been considerable and the i-MiEV has undergone feasibility studies in several countries around the world, including the United States, Europe, the United Kingdom, New Zealand, Iceland, Canada, and more recently in Australia.
Utilising a large-capacity lithium-ion battery system and a compact, high-output electric motor in place of a traditional gasoline power train (based on Japanese and European trial figures) the i-MiEV has some impressive technical specifications for a zero drive-time emissions vehicle. Producing 47 kW of power and 180 Nm of instant torque, the i-MiEV’s permanent magnet synchronous engine is supported by a revolutionary lithium-ion battery from Lithium Energy Japan.
The i-MiEV’s electric motor is smaller, produces more torque at low revolutions and is quieter than a similarly-powered turbocharged gasoline engine (according to MMC in-house tests). Most importantly, the i-MiEV’s engine is cleaner, producing zero drive-time CO2 emissions.

Mitsubishi’s global president confirmsfirst shipment of i-MiEV electricvehicles to Australia Mitsubishi Motors Corporation’s global president, Osamu Masuko, today announced theautomotive manufacturer would supply i-MiEV electric vehicles to Australia. At a pressconference marking his first official visit to Australia, Masuko confirmed Mitsubishi Motors Australia Limited (MMAL) will be the first company to release manufacturer produced electricvehicles in this country. During the conference, Masuko confirmed the development of the i-MiEV placed Mitsubishi as thefront-runner in electric vehicle technology.“The i-MiEV has been attracting a lot of attention in Australia, and I am pleased to announce that wecan now confirm additional vehicles will be arriving here in the next few months.”“This announcement will ensure that we will be number one in bringing the electric vehicle toAustralia,” Masuko said.

The initial shipments of the i-MiEV electric vehicles are scheduled for arrival in Australia in July andAugust, and will initially include 40 vehicles for Australian distribution. The vehicles will be offered tocustomers under a leasing agreement, starting from July onwards.According to MMAL’s CEO and President, Masahiko Takahashi, the vehicles will find no shortage ofpotential owners on local shores.“Over the last twelve months we have conducted feasibility trials with potential electric vehiclecustomers, such as local, state and federal government bodies, and major fleet operators, and thereaction has been overwhelmingly positive,” Takahashi said.Released in Japan in July 2009, the i-MiEV, which stands for Mitsubishi innovative Electric Vehicle, isone of the world’s first truly viable zero drive-time emission city commuters in volume production.

International interest in the vehicle has been considerable and the i-MiEV has undergone feasibilitystudies in several countries around the world, including the United States, Europe, the UnitedKingdom, New Zealand, Iceland, Canada, and more recently in Australia.

Utilising a large-capacity lithium-ion battery system and a compact, high-output electric motor in placeof a traditional gasoline power train (based on Japanese and European trial figures) the i-MiEV hassome impressive technical specifications for a zero drive-time emissions vehicle.Producing 47 kW of power and 180 Nm of instant torque, the i-MiEV’s permanent magnetsynchronous engine is supported by a revolutionary lithium-ion battery from Lithium Energy Japan.The i-MiEV’s electric motor is smaller, produces more torque at low revolutions and is quieter than asimilarly-powered turbocharged gasoline engine (according to MMC in-house tests). Most importantly,the i-MiEV’s engine is cleaner, producing zero drive-time CO2 emissions.

Universal Cars Ltd. (UCL), Mitsubishi Motors Corporation (MMC)’s importer and distributor for Hong Kong, announced today it will begin sales of the i-MiEV the new-generation electric vehicle to individuals.

Mitsubishi I-miev

Mass-production i-MiEVs have already been delivered to the government of the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region of the People’s Republic of China (HKSAR) and some companies; however this announcement marks the first time sales to individuals will be commenced in Hong Kong, and also marks the first time that the i-MiEV will be sold to individuals outside of Japan. UCL will begin sales of the i-MiEV to individuals from May 21 at a price of HK$395,000, with a target to sell 50 units by the end of this year. MMC and UCL signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the HKSAR government regarding cooperation on the popularization of electric vehicles (EV) on February 26, 2009. From May of 2009, the HKSAR government conducted practicality tests with a pre-production test model i-MiEV as well as worked together with electric power companies regarding EV charging infrastructure. UCL has delivered about 30 i-MiEVs to the HKSAR government and other corporations since December 2009. In Japan, MMC first sold the i-MiEV mainly to corporations and municipalities in fiscal year 2009, with sales of about 1,400 units. In April of 2010, MMC expanded its sales to include sales to individuals. In addition to high environmental performance and handling inherent to a car with a compact body, the Mitsubishi i-MiEV has been lauded for its motive power, stability, quietness and its comfortable ride.  MMC has been conducting fleet testing in countries and other areas all over the globe, and plans to launch left-hand drive i-MiEVs in Europe from the end of this year.