Mitsubishi i - Pictures

The i is the tallest car here and has the longest wheelbase, but is shorter overall than the Panda and 103mm narrower. The Mitsubishi is 84mm narrower than the Smart, too, and its tall, thin stance makes it look odd.

The Mitsubishi has a digital speedo located inside the rev counter. Firsts for a Japanese car are the allergy-resistant seat fabric and deodorant roof lining! Material quality is better than in the Fiat.

With the engine located below it, the Mitsubishi’s boot is shallow, although it’s longer than the Panda’s, so enjoys a 26-litre advantage. There’s no parcel shelf, though, and capacity with the seats folded is l

Packing the Mitsubishi’s motor under the boot is a fascinating piece of engineering. However, the unit is noisier than the Smart’s three-cylinder. Despite a turbo, the 660cc engine’s 57bhp output means performance is

The i has minimal overhangs and a modern cab-forward design, but that means the A-pillars cause blind spots at junctions and roundabouts. Both the Smart and the Fiat have better visibility.