With just 75 i-MiEVs sold this year, Mitsubishi introduces 2014 model

Tue, Jun 10 2014

Late last year, Mitsubishi said the Mitsubishi i-MiEV would get a solid price drop down to $22,995 (before destination and fees). Along with the lower digits, the car is getting a bit of a content bump to make the cheapest EV in the US an even better deal. After skipping the 2013 model year, new 2014 model year vehicles are now rolling out to Mitsubishi dealers in the US. We'll see if the new model helps increase sales. In 2013, Mitsubishi sold 1,029 copies of the i which was almost twice as much as it did in 2012 (588). So far in 2014, just 75 i-MiEVs have been sold, 35 of which were in May.

So far in 2014, just 75 i-MiEVs have been sold, 35 in May.

There is only one trim line for the new i-MiEV and it now comes with heaps more standard equipment than it used to. Things like a CHAdeMO DC quick charge port, heated front seats and a leather steering wheel came with the announcement of a $6,130 price drop last December. Read more about the new standard equipment here. New optional equipment includes a LED Illumination Package and a USB iPod adapter kit.

Some things remain the same, like the 16-kWh lithium-ion battery that offers an official range of 62 miles. Mitsubishi takes pains to also include the EPA LA4 cycle range of 98 miles, just to show that 62 miles is not all you're going to get from the electric jellybean. Who wants one?

2014 Mistubishi i-MiEV information

Feature Description	I-MIEV ES
Mechanical Features
Engine
100% Electric, No Gas required, Zero Tailpipe Emission Vehicle	STD
Transmission/Drive System
Single speed, Fixed reduction gear	STD
Rear-Wheel Drive (RWD)	STD
Suspension
Front: MacPherson strut with stabilizer bar	STD
Rear: 3-link de Dion type	STD
Steering
Speed-sensitive Electric Power Steering (EPS)	STD
Electrical
120V portable 8 /12 amp switchable charging cable	STD
On-board battery charging system with Level 1 120V and Level 2 240V charge port (SAE J1772)	STD
Level 3 DC quick charge port (CHAdeMO)	STD
iMiEV remote system (pre-activated air conditioning & timer charging)	STD
iMIEV Shift Selector (Drive, Eco, Brake) Modes	STD
Center Instrument Display (odometer, charge level, low battery warning indicator, Charge/ECO/Power meter)	STD
Regenerative braking system	STD
Battery warming system	STD
Charge Port Lamp	STD
Exterior Features
Auto on/off headlight control	STD
Halogen projection headlights	STD
Halogen fog lights with DRL function	STD
Body-color outer door handles	STD
Body-color power sideview mirrors	STD
Side fender running lamps	STD
Front and rear intermittent wipers	STD
Electric rear window defroster with timer	STD
Rear LED combination tail lamps	STD
Roof-mounted radio antenna	STD
Heated outer mirrors	STD
Black door sashes	STD
15" Aluminum alloy wheels	STD
Interior Features
4-passenger seating capacity	STD
6-way manual adjustable driver's seat	STD
Driver and passenger seat heater	STD
4-way manual adjustable front-passenger's seat	STD
50/50 split fold-down and recline rear seats	STD
Leather wrapped steering wheel and shift knob	STD
Matte black audio and shift panels	STD
Silver interior accents	STD
Rear seat adjustable head restraints (x2)	STD
Carpeted floor mats	STD
Convenience Features
Electric Air Conditioning with pollen filter	STD
Electric cabin heater	STD
Visor vanity mirror (driver and passenger side)	STD
Power windows with driver one-touch auto-down feature	STD
Height-adjustable front shoulder-belt anchors	STD
Remote keyless entry with panic feature	STD
12-volt power outlet (x1)	STD
Front map lamps	STD
Rear dome lamp	STD
Rear cargo lamp	STD
Retractable assist grips (x4)	STD
Front Cup Holders	STD
Glove box	STD
Front-door storage pockets	STD
100-watt, AM/FM/CD /MP3-compatible audio system with 6 speakers	STD
Safety & Security
Advanced Air Bag System with dual-stage supplemental front air bags	STD
Driver and front-passenger seat mounted side-impact supplemental air bags	STD
Roof-mounted curtain side-impact supplemental airbags for front and rear-seat outboard occupant protection	STD
Active Stability Control (ASC) with Traction Control Logic (TCL)	STD
3-point seat belts for all seating positions	STD
Front seat belts with pre-tensioners and load limiters	STD
LATCH System (Lower Anchors and Tethers for children)	STD
Front and rear seat height-adjustable headrests	STD
RISE Chassis construction with front and rear crumple zones	STD
Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS)	STD
High voltage cut-off system	STD
Acoustic Vehicle Alert System (AVAS) for pedestrians	STD
Vehicle Immobilizer System	STD
Vehicle Security System	STD
Low battery warning indicator	STD
Option Packages
LED Illumination Package
Floor Illumination (Blue) Map Light Room Light	ACC
Cargo Package
Cargo Net Cargo Mat, Reversible	ACC
Accessory Options (PIO)
Rear park assist sensors	ACC
Side window wind deflectors	ACC
USB Adaptor Kit for i-Pod	ACC
Wheels locks	ACC
Foldable cargo tray	ACC
Body side molding	ACC

Feature Description	I-MIEV ES
Engine
Type	AC synchronous permanent magnetic motor
Engine Code	Y4F1
Cooling System	Water-cooled
Horsepower BHP @ RPM (kW)	66 hp (49Kw) @ 3000~6000
Torque lb-ft. @ RPM (Nm)	145 lb-ft (196 Nm) @ 0~300
Max RPM	9900
Emissions	Zero Emission Vehicle (ZEV)
Engine Oil Type	-
Recommended Fuel Type	AC electricity
Radiator Core size	370mm x99mm x16mm
Auxiliary Battery
Battery type DC-DC?Converter Output	34B19L(S)
Battery type DC-DC?Converter Output	80A
Main Drive Battery
Main Drive Battery chemistry	Lithium-ion
Energy (kWh)	16
Voltage (V)	330
Cooling system	Forced air ventilation
Charging time: 120V / 12A-8A (switchable charger)	14 hours (12A) - 22 hours (8A)
Charging time: 240V / 15A (requires EVSE)	6 hours
DC quick-charge port (CHAdeMO protocol)	Standard
Battery heater for cold weather charging	Standard
Transmission
Single speed, Fixed reduction gear	STD
Final Dear Ratio	7.065:1
Suspension
Front	MacPherson strut with 21mm stabilizer bar
Rear	3-link de Dion type
Steering
Type	Rack-and pinion EPS
Overall Ratio	16.06
Turns, lock to lock	3.49
Turning circle (curb to curb)	30.8 ft.
Brakes/ Tires/ Wheels
Front	Ventilated disc, 10.1 in
Rear	Drum, 8.0 in
ABS	4 sensor, 4 channel with EBD
Swept Area - front (sq in)	159
Swept Area - rear (sq in)	59
Total Swept Area (sq in)	218
Wheels	15 in. Aluminum-Alloy
Tires (Front)	145/65 R15
Tires (Rear)	175/60 R15
Tire Brand	Dunlop Enasave 01A/S (all-season)
Spare Tire	None (Tire Repair Kit)
Exterior Dimensions
Wheelbase	100.4 in
Overall length	144.7 in
Overall width	62.4 in
Overall height	63.6 in
Track, front	55.9 in
Track, rear	54.3 in
Ground clearance	6.1 in
Interior Dimensions
Head Room
Front	35.6 in
EngineRear	34.3 in
Leg room
Front	33.8 in
Rear	30.0 in
Shoulder room
Front	54.8 in
Rear	54.8 in
Hip room
Front	49.4 in
Rear	47.8 in
SAE volume
Passenger volume	84.7 cu. ft
Cargo volume (cu ft)	13.2 cu. ft
Cargo volume (cu ft) with rear seats down	50.4 cu. ft.
Interior volume (cu ft)	97.9 cu. ft.
Capacities
Passenger Seating	4
Weights
Curb Weight (5MT)	2,579 lbs
GVWR	3,329 lbs
Weight distribution [5MT]	45 / 55 %
Fuel Economy
City (MPGe)	126
Highway (MPGe)	99
Combined (MPGe)	112
Range Combined (EPA 5-cycle - official)	62 Miles
Range City (EPA LA4 cycle)	98 Miles
Warranties
Basic	3-year / 36,000 miles
Limited Powertrain	5-year / 60,000 miles
Battery	8-year / 100,000 miles
Anti-corrosion	7-year / 100,000 miles

Order Code*	Description	(Eng./Tran)	Suggested Retail Price***	Battery
EV44-B	i-MiEV ES	49kW AC Synchronous Motor / AT	$22,995.00	330V, 16 kWh Lithium-Ion Battery

NOTE:

* Please refer to Dealer Coding Guide.
** Includes Dealer Holdback Allowance & Flooring Assistance.
*** Suggested Retail. Dealer is free to establish his/her own mark-ups or margins.

Prices are subject to change without notice.

Prices are established at the time of vehicle shipment.
Destination/Handling, Taxes, Advertising, Promotional Fees, if any, are additional.
Features, options and other equipment are based on the latest information available at the time of printing and are subject to change without notice.

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By Sebastian Blanco