2012 Mitsubishi i

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Basic Specs

Base Price $29,125
Drivetrain Front Wheel Drive
Curb Weight (lbs) 2579
City (MPG) 99
Hwy (MPG) 126
Horsepower 66@3000-6000
Torque (lb-ft) 145@0-300
Wheelbase 100.4
Length (in.) 144.7
Width (in.) 62.4
Height (in.) 63.6

The Mitsubishi i is a subcompact electric car with impressive economy ratings and the lowest price of any EV in America. It is the most efficient automobile on the US market, receiving ratings of 126 MPGe (the electric equivalent of gasoline MPG) on the highway and 99 MPGe in the city.

To achieve such lofty numbers, the tiny i uses a 63-horsepower electric motor with a 16-kWh lithium ion batter. Range is 62 miles on a single charge, trailing the Nissan Leaf by 11 miles. Mitsubishi claims that the car can achieve a top speed of 81 mph; don’t expect that speed, nor the traditional zero to 60 mph benchmark, to come quickly.

The base model i is priced from $27,990 before the $7,500 federal tax credit, putting the effective starting price at just $20,490. That figure is $5,000 less than the Nissan Leaf and a whopping $11,000 less than Chevrolet Volt, although both those cars are a size larger than the i.

Though the i is a very small vehicle, even more diminutive even than the Toyota Yaris, it still packs a respectable amount of standard features. Such items include an energy-efficient electric air conditioning with micron filter, speed-sensitive Electric Power Steering (EPS), a driver seat heater and LED rear combination tail lamps.

Moving up to the midlevel SE model, priced from $22,490, nets a bevy of upgrades: a 360-watt, 8 speaker sound system, leather-wrapped steering wheel and shift knob, silver accents on the seats, unique two-tone instrument panel and door panels, 15-inch alloy wheels and fog lamps with daytime running lights are all included with the SE.

Big spenders will opt for the SE Premium package, which lists at $25,280 after the text credit and adds such niceties as a HDD navigation system, rearview camera and FUSE hands-free system with USB and steering-wheel controls. Also contained in the package is a DC quick charging port that allows for level 3 battery charging, meaning an 80 percent charge can be achieved in just 30 minutes.

Fears about the i’s ability to protect its occupants should be allayed by the long list of safety equipment: dual-stage supplemental front air bags, driver and front passenger seat-mounted side impact supplemental air bags, roof-mounted curtain side-impact supplemental air bags for front and rear-seat outboard passengers, Active Stability Control (ASC) with Traction Control Logic (TCL), 4-wheel ABS with Electronic Brake force Distribution (EBD), a Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) and a high voltage cut-off system are included on every Mitsubishi i model as standard equipment.

The i also has an Approaching Vehicle Audible System (AVAS) that produces noise when at speed to alert pedestrians to the otherwise silent vehicle’s presence.

Key competitors
The biggest competitors to the Mitsubishi i are both larger and more well known, the Nissan Leaf and Chevrolet Volt. Other players include the Ford Focus Electric, Toyota Prius and Toyota Prius Plug-in Hybrid.

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    • General
    • Body Style: Hatchback
    • Size: Sub-Compact
    • Market Segment: Economy, Electric
    • Weight: 2579 lbs
    • Exterior
    • Length: 144.7 in.
    • Width: 62.4 in.
    • Height: 63.6 in.
    • Wheelbase: 100.4 in.
    • Ground Clearance: 6.1 in.
    • Front Track: 55.9 in.
    • Rear Track: 54.3 in.
    • Weight Distribution: 45/55
    • Drag Coefficient: TBD
    • Interior - General
    • Seats: 5
    • Passenger Volume: 84.7 cu. ft.
    • Cargo Volume: 13.2 cu. ft.
    • Cargo Volume (Seats Folded): 50.4 cu. ft.
    • Interior - Front Row
    • Volume: TBD
    • Leg Room: 33.8 in.
    • Head Room: 35.6 in.
    • Shoulder Room: 54.8 in.
    • Hip Room: 49.4 in.
    • Interior - Second Row
    • Volume: TBD
    • Leg Room: 30.0 in.
    • Head Room: 34.3 in.
    • Shoulder Room: 54.8 in.
    • Hip Room: 47.8 in.
    • Propulsion
    • Fuel Type: Electric
    • Engine Type: -
    • Power: 66 hp @ 3000-6000 rpm
    • Torque: 145 lb-ft @ 0-300 rpm
    • Transmission: 1-Speed Fixed Ratio
    • Highway Fuel Economy: 126 mpg
    • City Fuel Economy: 99 mpg
    • Forced Induction: None
    • Direct Injection: No
    • Chassis
    • Layout: Front Wheel Drive
    • Front Suspension: Strut-Type
    • Rear Suspension: N/A
    • Wheels
    • Front: 15" Aluminum
    • Front Tires: 145/65 R15
    • Rear: 15" Aluminum
    • Rear Tires: 175/60 R15
    • Trailering & Hauling
    • Trailer Weight: TBD
    • Payload: N/A
    • Tongue Weight: TBD

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      ES

      • The ES trim gives you the most affordable all-electric car in America. For additional high-tech, entertainment and environmentally friendly features, check out the SE trim. ES Highlights:
      • 120V portable charging cable
      • 100-Watt, AM/FM/CD audio system with MP3/WMA playback
      • Advanced six airbag system
      • 3-mode shift selector

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      SE

      • The most affordable electric vehicle in America gets even better. The SE offers all of the great features of the ES, plus a wide range of additional features and options. SE Highlights:
      • More, faster charging options
      • 360-Watt, 8-speaker deluxe audio
      • Optional HDD Navigation with Real-Time Traffic
      • Optional Fuse Hands-free Link System with USB

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    Step 2 - Options

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      Cold Zone Package

      • Strongly recommended for cold climates that reach temperatures below zero degrees.
      • Battery warming system
      • Heated sideview mirrors

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      Quick Charge Package

      • Quick charge port
      • Battery warming system
      • Heated sideview mirrors

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    Accessories

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      Body Side Moldings

      • Attractively styled protection to help absorb minor door impacts from causing dents and dings.

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      Cargo Mat, Reversible

      • Luxurious carpeting on one side and a water resistant rubber grid on the other provides double protection for the cargo area in your car.

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      Cargo Net

      • Secure those small, rolling items in the cargo compartment with this handy net.

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      Cargo Organizer

      • Keep your belongings organized and handy when you need them; and it's collapsible for easy storage, too.

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      Cargo Tray, Foldable

      • Help protect your cargo area from dirt and spills with this water-proof, convenient and foldable cargo tray.

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      Fog Lights

      • Be prepared when the fog rolls in. This halogen fog light kit helps provide extra visibility in foggy conditions, safely lighting the way for your journey. Daytime running lights included.

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      LED Illumination Kit, Floor (Blue)

      • Blue LEDs installed under the dash add a playful appearance to your vehicle's interior.

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      License Plate Frame - iMiEV

      • Show off your Mitsubishi pride with this stylish license plate frame.

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      Rear Park Assist Sensors

      • Is there something behind your vehicle? With these rear park assist sensors, you will know right away as the sensors will omit a series of beeps if they detect something or someone.

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      Side Window Deflectors

      • Reduce the amount of direct air-flow and wind turbulence when you want fresh air by the windows part way open.

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      USB Adaptor Kit

      • Plug in to listen to your MP3 play list directly from your vehicle's factory sound system.

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