Mitsubishi Airtrek (China)

Mitsubishi Airtrek
Mitsubishi Airtrek at 2021 Guangzhou Auto Show
Overview
ManufacturerMitsubishi Motors
Production2021–2023
AssemblyChina: Guangzhou (GAC Mitsubishi)
Body and chassis
ClassCompact crossover SUV
Body style5-door SUV
LayoutFront-motor, front-wheel-drive
RelatedAion V
Powertrain
Electric motorPermanent-magnet synchronous motor
Power output135 kW (181 hp; 184 PS)
Transmission1-speed direct-drive
Battery70 kWh lithium-ion
Electric range520 km (323.1 mi) (CLTC)
Dimensions
Wheelbase2,830 mm (111.4 in)
Length4,630 mm (182.3 in)
Width1,920 mm (75.6 in)
Height1,728 mm (68.0 in)
Curb weight1,900 kg (4,189 lb)[1]
Chronology
PredecessorMitsubishi Eupheme EV

The Mitsubishi Airtrek (Chinese: 阿图柯; pinyin: Ātúkē) is a battery-electric compact crossover SUV produced by GAC Mitsubishi, a joint venture of Guangzhou Automobile Corporation and Mitsubishi Motors from 2021 to 2023.[2]

Overview

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Rear view

The Airtrek was revealed at Auto Guangzhou in November 2021 after previewing the Airtrek as a namesake concept in April 2021 at Auto Shanghai.[1] It is based on the same platform as the Aion V and features Level 2 semi-autonomous driving functionality using nine radars and cameras for accelerate, brake, and lane assist functions.[3][4]

The Airtrek gone on sale exclusively in China in early 2022.[3]

In September 2023, Mitsubishi ended vehicle production in China. [5]

Powertrain

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The Airtrek is powered by a 70 kWh lithium-ion battery, paired to a 135 kW (181 hp; 184 PS) electric motor delivering a claimed range on China's CLTC test cycle of 520 km (323.1 mi). Driving dynamics are aided by a low-mounted battery with a low-positioned center of mass and a 50:50 weight distribution.[3]

References

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  1. ^ a b "2022 Mitsubishi Airtrek Electric Crossover Debuts With Bold Styling". motor1.com. 20 November 2020. Retrieved 7 December 2021.
  2. ^ "Mitsubishi Reveals Airtrek EV, Is It Based On GAC's Aion V?". insideevs.com. November 19, 2021. Retrieved 7 December 2021.
  3. ^ a b c "2022 Mitsubishi Airtrek electric SUV revealed as China exclusive". drive.com.au. November 22, 2021. Retrieved 7 December 2021.
  4. ^ "2022 Mitsubishi Airtrek: China-only electric SUV revives old nameplate". whichcar.com.au. November 22, 2021. Retrieved 7 December 2021.
  5. ^ "Struggling Mitsubishi Chased Out Of China By Local Brands". Carscoops. 2023-09-27.
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