Mitsubishi XFC Idea Previews A Compact SUV For ASEAN Markets

Mitsubishi unveiled a brand-new compact SUV idea known as the XFC, previewing a manufacturing mannequin that can be launched in ASEAN (Affiliation of Southeast Asian Nations) markets in 2023. The SUV received’t substitute an current mannequin however it’s going to function a brand new addition to the vary.

Whereas many would really like this Mitsubishi-engineered mannequin to function a substitute for the getting older ASX, this position is already fulfilled by a rebadged Renault Captur in Europe. In truth, the idea positions itself within the compact moderately than the subcompact section, which implies it may slot between the ASX and the Eclipse Cross by way of footprint. Within the ASEAN markets, the brand new SUV will broaden the present lineup beneath the bigger Xpander and Xpander Cross.

A New Face For Mitsubishi

The Mitsubishi XFC incorporates a new design language on the entrance, as the newest evolution of the “Dynamic Protect” theme. As a substitute of the standard double chrome components, we get T-shaped LED headlights sending Polestar vibes. The EVO X-style grille provides to the aggression although it’s principally coated, whereas the massive aluminum-style skidplate beneath it integrates further LEDs for a rugged look.

The profile is extra sculpted than Mitsubishi’s present choices, with pronounced rear shoulders, a floating roof, the entire absence of door handles, and mirror-replacing cameras. After all, these options are anticipated to be toned down for manufacturing. On the again, the LED taillights mirror the form of the headlights, as is the case with the rear bumper with the twin illuminated hexagons resembling tailpipes.

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As with the outside, the inside seems to be very near manufacturing standing, setting apart the light-colored upholstery and the flowery textures. It sports activities a dual-screen digital cockpit, a three-spoke steering wheel with touch-sensitive buttons, a floating heart console with a futuristic gearshift lever, hidden air vents, sporty seats, and an extended sunroof.

Mitsubishi talks about “class-leading inside area” and protected dealing with on any terrain and climate circumstances. The corporate didn’t make clear whether or not the XFC will provide AWD or be a FWD-only proposal like most rival compact SUVs, nor did they announce the platform will probably be primarily based on and the powertrains it’s going to use. They did nevertheless present it with a good quantity of floor clearance and 4 drive modes – Regular, Moist, Gravel, Mud – making it extra vulnerable to tender off-roading. Notably, that is the primary Mitsubishi providing a Moist driving mode, designed for the customarily flooded roads of ASEAN international locations.

The Mitsubishi XFC Idea can be showcased on the 2022 Vietnam Motor Present between October 26 and 30. The manufacturing model of the XFC is anticipated to reach in spring 2023, rolling out sequentially in ASEAN markets together with Vietnam. In line with Takao Kato, president and CEO of Mitsubishi Motors, the corporate is engaged on an electrified variant of the SUV for the longer term, hoping to “roll it out in areas exterior ASEAN”.