Mitsubishi Joining the 'Coupe SUV' Craze
Mitsubishi will show an all-new compact SUV model at the 2017 Geneva Motor Show.
The Japanese automaker released a teaser image of a new SUV sporting a coupe-like style similar to the GT-PHEV Concept that debuted at the 2016 Paris Motor Show. No details about the upcoming model were announced but Mitsubishi said it will broaden the model range while introducing a whole new audience to the brand. The compact SUV will feature a sloping roofline “with a wedge-shaped belt line and a distinctive V-line in the rear quarter stemming from the forward-slanted C-pillar and the chunky, muscular rear fenders,” said Mitsubishi.
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Mitsubishi isn’t doing very well in North America and it needs to bolster its lineup. Crossovers are what consumers want, so it’s very likely that it will eventually be sold here. This new crossover hasn’t been named yet, but when it does arrive, it will likely compete with the new Nissan Rogue Sport and slot in between the Outlander and Outlander Sport in the Mitsubishi lineup.
Look for the new SUV to make its global debut on March 7 at the Geneva Motor Show where AutoGuide.com will be reporting live from the show floor. Expect to see electrified powertrains, as Mitsubishi is focusing on fuel efficiency and hybrids to represent the future of its brand.
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Jason Siu began his career in automotive journalism in 2003 with Modified Magazine, a property previously held by VerticalScope. As the West Coast Editor, he played a pivotal role while also extending his expertise to Modified Luxury & Exotics and Modified Mustangs. Beyond his editorial work, Jason authored two notable Cartech books. His tenure at AutoGuide.com saw him immersed in the daily news cycle, yet his passion for hands-on evaluation led him to focus on testing and product reviews, offering well-rounded recommendations to AutoGuide readers. Currently, as the Content Director for VerticalScope, Jason spearheads the content strategy for an array of online publications, a role that has him at the helm of ensuring quality and consistency across the board.
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