Sunday, February 7, 2010

2010 GALANT SE

 
SPECIFICATION:
Engine
  ES/SE
Engine Type:
2.4-liter MIVEC
Engine Code:
4G69
Valvetrain:
SOHC 16-Valve
Displacement (cc):
2,378
Bore x Stroke (mm):
87.0 x 100.0
Compression Ratio:
9.5:1
Horsepower @ rpm (BHP):
160@5,500
(PZEV: 155@5,500)
Torque (lb-ft @ rpm):
157@4,000 (PZEV: 155@4,000)
Engine Block:
Cast Iron
Cylinder Heads:
Aluminum
Redline RPM:
6,500
Fuel System:
Multi-point injection
Alternator:
110 Amps
Emissions Rating (Cal/Fed):
PZEV/LEV**
Transmission
  ES/SE
Automatic Transmission:
Sportronic® 4-Speed
Body/Suspension/Chassis
  ESSE
Unibody Chassis:
Front Independent Suspension with MacPherson Struts:
Rear Independent Low-Mount Multi-Link Suspension:
Front Stabilizer Bar Diameter (mm):
22.022.0
Steering Wheel Turns, Lock-to-Lock:
2.942.76
Turning Radius, Curb-to-Curb (ft):
38.140.7
Ventilated Front Disc Brakes (in):
10.910.9
Solid Rear Disc Brakes (in):
10.310.3
Anti-Lock Brakes + EBD:
4 sensor / 4 channel4 sensor / 4 channel
Wheels:
16 x 6.5JJ Steel with full cover18x8 Alloy Wheel*
All-Season Tires:
P215/60R16 94HP235/45R18 94H
Fuel Mileage Estimates/Capacities
  ES/SE
Fuel Use Estimates (City/Highway) (mpg):
21/30
Fuel-Tank Capacity (gal.):
17.7
Recommended Fuel:
Regular Unleaded
Exterior Measurements
  ESSE
Wheelbase (in.):
108.3108.3
Length (in.):
191.1191.1
Height (in.):
57.958.0
Width (in.):
72.472.4
Track (in., front/rear):
61.8/61.861.8/61.8
Curb Weight (lbs):
3,3953,395
Weight Distribution (%, front/rear):
53% / 47%53% / 47%
Exterior Features
  ESSE
16-inch steel wheels with full wheel cover:

18-inch alloy wheels:

P215/60R16 all-season tires:

P235/45R18 all-season tires:

Space-saver spare tire:
Front strut tower bar:

Halogen headlamps with black bezel (2 bulbs):
Automatic headlamp shutoff:
Daytime running lamps:
Parabolic fog lights:

Black fog light cover:

2-speed variable intermittent windshield wiper:
Color-keyed grip-type door handles:
Gloss-black belt line moldings:
Silver mesh front grille:

Color-keyed dual power side view mirrors:
Dual heated power side view mirrors:

High ray absorptive glass on all windows:
Glass Antenna
Roof mounted SIRIUS® Satellite Radio antenna:

Rear window defroster with timer:
Color-keyed rear spoiler:

Chrome exhaust tip:

Interior Measurements
  ES/SE
Headroom (in., front/rear):
39.6/37.0
Legroom (in., front/rear):
42.6/37.0
Shoulder Room (in., front/rear):
57.3/56.6
Hip Room (in., front/rear):
55.5/53.7
Cargo Volume (cu.ft.):
13.3
Passenger Volume (cu. ft.), [with Sunroof]:
101.0
Seating Capacity:
5
Comfort and Convenience
  ESSE
Air conditioning with manual climate control:

Automatic Climate Control:

Accessory power socket:
Assist Grips (x4):
Rear coat hook:
Lower center accessory box:
Brown wood print interior trim accents:
•(Gray Interior)
Black wood print interior trim accents:

•(Black Interior)
Tilt-adjustable steering wheel:
Cruise control:
Sport-wrapped steering wheel audio controls:

Illuminated ignition key cylinder:

Glove compartment illumination:

Sun visors with extensions:
Dual illuminated visor vanity mirrors:

Day-night rearview mirror:
Front door pockets:
Front center console with dual cup holders:
Front center armrest:
Carpeted floor mats, front and rear:
Dimmer cabin lamp with timer:
Power trunk release:
Power windows with driver illumination and auto down:
Power door locks with security logic and child safety:
Height-adjustable front headrests:
Driver seatback pocket:
Rear heater ducts:
Rear center armrest with cup holders:
Trunk access pass-through:
Rear seat fixed headrests:
Trunk lamp:
Internal trunk lid release handle:
Interior sound insulation:
Seating
  ESSE
Accessory Leather Seating Surfaces:
OptionalOptional
Manual six-way adjustable driver seat with single height adjuster:

Power fabric eight-way adjustable driver's seat with dual height and lumbar support:

Heated front seats:

Four-way, manually adjustable passenger seat:
Audio Systems
  ESSE
140-watt Mitsubishi AM/FM/CD/MP3 playback capability with unique panel and six speakers:

650-watt(max) Rockford Acoustic Design® premium audio sound system with AM/FM radio and 6-CD/MP3 capability, digital signal processor and eight speakers::

SIRIUS® Satellite Radio with a three-month prepaid subscription from date of purchase:

Center segment audio information display:

Center LCD touch screen display with full map DVD navigation system

Bluetooth® hands-free phone system

Instrumentation
  ES/SE
Black gauges with Orange illumination:
Speedometer:
Fuel and temperature gauges:
Digital odometer and dual trip meter:
Tachometer:
Safety

Thursday, February 4, 2010

The i MiEV



Overall length x width x height 3395x1475x1600mm
Curb weight 1080kg
Seating capacity 4
Max. speed 81 mph (130km/h)
Range
(driving pattern: Japan 10-15 mode)
100m (160km)
Motor Type Permenent magnet synchronous
Max. power 47kW
Max. torque 180Nm
Drive system Rear wheel drive
Battery Type Lithium-ion
Total voltage 330V
Total energy 16KWh

The i MiEV is a zero-emissions vehicle. Even when taking into account CO2 emissions at the power plants which generate the power needed for charging the car, it emits approximately 30% of the CO2 of a petrol city car.

Saturday, January 30, 2010

Mitsubishi Raider

2007 Mitsubishi Raider

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Mitsubishi Raider

Mitsubishi’s dramatically styled Raider mid-size pickup truck was introduced for 2006 and earned the Best in Class Vehicle Satisfaction Award (VSA) for compact pickups from the renowned AutoPacific, Inc. industry consulting group. The model line has been streamlined for 2007, now offering one extended-cab model and three Double Cab models at launch. A V-8 SE Double Cab model will have late availability. The emphasis on four-door Double Cab models reflects Raider’s appeal as a multi-capable SUV alternative.
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Mitsubishi Colt

2009 Mitsubishi Colt

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Mitsubishi Colt

Mitsubishi unveiled the new generation Colt at the Paris Auto Show. Depending upon the market, the next generation Colt (except Clear Tec variants) will be launched in Europe in October / November 2008.

The new 2009 Mitsubishi Colt will be available with a choice of three petrol engines: a 1.1 with 75 PS and 100 Nm of torque, a 1.3 liter with 95 PS and 125 Nm and a 1.5 liter with 109 PS and 145 Nm of torque. For the transmission the 2009 Mitsubishi Colt offers a choice between the 5-speed manual and the AllShift automated manual gearbox.

The new Colt series also reflects Mitsubishi Motors’ strong commitment to the environment. The low-CO2 Colt Clear Tec model is powered by a 1.1- or 1.3-liter engine which incorporates the company’s AS&G (auto stop-&-go) idling stop system. In addition, the 1.3-liter Colt Clear Tec FFV caters to growing demand for flexible-fuel vehicles.

Press release after the jump.


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Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution X 2010

2010 Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution X

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Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution X

The Japanese automaker Mitsubishi has just announced details about the 2010 Lancer Evolution X for its home market and it looks like they are only making it better. Mitsubishi made enough of these turbocharged all wheel drive sports car in 2008 to last through the 2009 model year, so the announcement of a new 2010 model is a good sign and means that things are back on track for the super car fighting sport compact from the diamond star carmaker. Keep in mind that these updates are currently only being confirmed for the Japanese spec model, but it shouldn’t take too long for the U.S. market to feel the benefits of the upgrades.

The JDM 2010 EVO X now comes with a lower hanging set of side skirts and some new lightweight plastic pieces that actually shed about three pounds off the X’s front end. The new appearance package improves the looks of new Evolution model making it ground effects package that looks as nice as any aftermarket kit on the market. On the inside Mitsubishi has upgraded the monochromatic LCD display on the EVO’s gauges with a more colorful unit that also features a few more performance enhancing functions.

Aside from the aesthetics, the single largest change to the Lancer Evolution lineup is that even the entry level GSR, the 4B11 turbocharged four banger will be mated to a six speed twin clutch transmission from the current top of the line MR model. That means that there will be no more heel toe shifting or manually banging of the five forward gears that made driving an EVO have a more visceral feel. That is not to say that there is anything wrong with an extra cog to improve fuel economy on the highway or a gearbox that is more intelligent than the human behind the wheel, at least when it comes to shifting. However this means that tuners looking to upgrade their vehicles will now have to worry about modifying their SST transmissions as well.

Press release after the jump.


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