i-MiEV is fully loaded

Tiny i-MiEV becomes a bit bigger...

Auto Express Car Reviews

02nd October 2009

The new PX-MiEV isn’t the only battery-powered Mitsubishi that’s set to plug in at Tokyo.

This is the i-MiEV Cargo.

As the name suggests, it uses the firm’s four-seater electric city car as a starting point, but ditches the rear seats in favour of a boxy extension that maximises luggage space.

There’s a huge 1,750 litres on offer, while the low floor makes loading large objects easy.

The Cargo has the same lithium-ion batteries and 63bhp (47kW) electric motor as the i-MiEV.

You can expect sprightly performance, with a 0-60mph sprint in around nine seconds and a 85mph top speed – which makes it more than a match for any of its battery-powered rivals.

The i-MiEV Cargo goes on sale in Japan in April, and is expected to make its debut in European showrooms in 2011.

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1 Comment

Will it move?

The current car isn't exactly fast, then neither would this.
Imagine if you own a commercial vehicle, this is:
1. Tiny
2. Its electric - so no go without you house plug
3. And....if you load this, it will be slower than a tractor.

By lucasworld on 9 October, 2009, 2:29pm

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