Mitsubishi has a revolutionary automobile that is still a well kept secret to most people in the US. The Mitsubishi i has been for sale in Japan since 2006, yet it is still not available in the US. The i is a tiny futuristic looking rear engine automobile that is both safe and efficient. Bloomington car dealerships along with many other Mitsubishi fanatics are pushing for Mitsubishi to release this dynamic new car in US and restore their much deserved popularity in the States.
The Mitsubishi i is an innovative automobile that has an incredibly small frame but still retains enough interior room to be comfortable and functional. The i is a five door hatchback model capable of seating 4 passengers comfortably. The i has head and leg room to spare and the rear seats recline to give passengers in the back a smooth and relaxing ride. With four passengers in place the i still offers 16 cubic feet of trunk space. For a family of two, the rear seats can be folded flat to provide incredible cargo space, 44 cubic feet to be exact from floor to ceiling. Used car Bloomington IL drivers are anxious for Mitsubishi to bring this practical automobile to the US.
This tiny little automobile may seem reserved but it is more than capable of keeping up with cars on the US highway. The Mitsubishi i has a 4 speed automatic transmission. The engine is a 0.66 liter with 64 horsepower. While the Mitsubishi i has no need to ever go higher than 60mph on Japanese roads, the automobile was able to keep a steady 70mph without any trouble when tested by Car and Driver. The i is also obviously environmentally friendly, receiving an estimated 39 miles per gallon fuel efficiency.
The Mitsubishi i is not simply a shell to affectively transport from one point to another. Mitsubishi designed this automobile with all the creature comforts Bloomington car dealerships have come to expect for their customers. The i comes equip with a touch screen navigation system, keyless ignition, power windows and a heated driver’s seat. The Mitsubishi i is not available in the US but many are hopeful Mitsubishi will soon release it in other places besides Japan. The car is currently available in its home country for the equivalent of $17,500 US.