i-MiEV Features
 | Engineering Plenty of RoomThe i-MiEV is quite spacious with room for four adults. Its design replaces the conventional engine and fuel tank with a lithium-ion battery system, motor, inverter and other i-MiEV components that are located under the floor of the vehicle. This layout ensures ample cabin space for passengers and a reasonable size luggage compartment in the rear. Plus, since the batteries are under the floor, the center of gravity is lower, providing a more stable driving dynamic |
How Fast and How Far?Highway capable, the i-MiEV has a top speed of 130 kilometers per hour and a target range of up to 155 kilometres on a single charge*. Its highly efficient motor is smaller than an equivalent gasoline engine, while still producing high torque at low revolutions, giving it a lot of get-up-and-go. This lightweight, permanent magnet synchronous motor provides sportier, quieter driving and power superior to the gasoline "i" 's turbo charged 660cc engine. |  |
 | Batteries Are IncludedThe i-MiEV utilizes high energy density lithium-ion batteries, which pack a lot of power into their small size. Each module consists of 4 cells, and 22 modules combine to make a 16 kWh battery pack for each car. The modules are designed to be installed in either a vertical or transverse position, so they fit under the floor. All lithium-ion batteries lose capacity over time, but we believe so strongly in our technology that we are backing it with an 8 year, 160,000 kilometer battery limited warranty. |
How Do I Charge the i-MiEV?There are three ways to charge the i-MiEV. The recommended way is with what is commonly referred to as a Level 2, 240 volt EVSE (which stands for Electric Vehicle Supply Equipment) residential charging dock, which is easy to have professionally installed. The second charging method is through a Level 1, 120 volt portable charging cable. Its use requires a dedicated 15 amp circuit. The third method is the DC (Direct Current) quick charge public charging station that takes advantage of i-MiEV's standard CHAdeMO connector port. |  |
 | Fuel EconomyWhat is MPGe (Miles Per Gallon equivalent)? The term mile per gallon gasoline equivalent is a measure of distance traveled per unit energy consumption. It is useful for comparing the energy consumption of alternative fuel vehicles to those of gasoline based vehicles in terms of miles per US gallon, a unit familiar to US consumers. 1 gallon of gasoline = 33.7 kW-hrs of energy. The Mitsubishi i-MiEV has achieved an astounding city/highway combined 112 MPGe, making the Mitsubishi i-MiEV the most energy-efficient passenger vehicle in the United States. This accomplishment in efficiency, is the direct result of over 40 years of Mitsubishi EV engineering, testing and development of the MiEV-OS operating system. With a EPA LA4 city cycle tested range of 98 miles, the Mitsubishi i-MiEV small 16Kwh Lithium-ion battery pack rewards the driver with 50% greater range efficiency than the Nissan LEAF.
Information is based on EPA ratings in United States http://www.mitsubishicars.com/MMNA/jsp/media.do?sID=0 |
Zero Tailpipe EmissionsThe i-MiEV doesn't even have a tailpipe. Compared to a car that runs on gasoline, the i-MiEV uses less energy, and produces no noxious fumes and zero tailpipe emissions. |  |
