Mitsubishi plans 13 new vehicles over six years, featuring a PHEV SUV, a mini electric car, and global partnerships. Discover the future lineup today!
Japanese automaker Mitsubishi Motors has unveiled a bold six‑year product roadmap that will see 13 brand‑new vehicles hit the market. The plan emphasizes electrification, modular platforms and strategic collaborations, positioning Mitsubishi as a key player in the fast‑evolving automotive landscape.
Key Highlights of the New Lineup
- Revival of the flagship Pajero SUV on a new ladder‑type body‑on‑frame chassis.
- Introduction of a fully electric mini‑car – Mitsubishi’s answer to the growing city‑EV segment.
- Launch of a next‑generation electric SUV built on Nissan’s Leaf platform.
- Replacement of the long‑standing Delica D:5 minivan with a fresh, adventure‑ready model.
- Updates to the popular family MPV Xpander for Southeast Asian markets.
- Joint North‑American pickup development with Nissan.
- Global pickup project aimed at sharing hardware platforms to meet stricter European emissions standards.
Electrification Strategy: HEV, PHEV and BEV
All 13 upcoming models will be powered by green technologies – Mitsubishi will not release a single traditional internal‑combustion vehicle. The breakdown is:
- 5 hybrid electric vehicles (HEV)
- 5 plug‑in hybrid electric vehicles (PHEV)
- 3 battery‑electric vehicles (BEV)
In‑house engineering teams are developing high‑efficiency power‑train modules that achieve up to 48% thermal efficiency, a figure that currently leads the industry. These modules will be used across the entire range, including the heavier body‑on‑frame SUVs.
Strategic Partnerships
Mitsubishi is leveraging its alliance with Nissan to accelerate development:
- A pure‑electric SUV based on the Nissan Leaf architecture.
- Two kei‑wagon concepts that combine gasoline and electric power, supplied by Nissan.
- A collaborative North‑American pickup truck tailored to local market needs.
Additionally, a partnership with Foxconn will see another all‑electric SUV enter production, tapping the Taiwanese giant’s expertise in electronics and battery integration.
Speeding Up Development with AI
To keep pace with rivals, Mitsubishi is embedding artificial intelligence and digital‑twins into its design workflow. The new approach cuts engineering time by roughly 20%, shrinking the average vehicle development cycle from 45 months to 36 months.
Timeline and Market Rollout
The 13‑model program is slated for launch between 2024 and 2030. Early releases will focus on the revamped Pajero SUV and the mini electric city car, followed by the new Delica‑style minivan and the Xpander refresh for Southeast Asia. Global pickups and the Nissan‑derived electric SUV are expected later in the decade.
With this ambitious plan, Mitsubishi aims to reshape its brand image, moving from a traditional off‑road specialist to a forward‑looking, eco‑centric mobility provider.