2011 Mitsubishi Galant

Posted: October 2nd, 2011 | Author: bestcarsadmin | Filed under: 2011 New Car Models, Mitsubishi | Leave a comment »

The midsize five-passenger 2011 Mitsubishi Galant combines a sleek exterior and tasteful cabin with premium amenities and advanced safety technologies, presenting itself as viable sedan in today’s market. 2011 Mitsubishi Galant competes with the Chevrolet Malibu, Honda Acord and Toyota Camry.

The American-built (on the Mitsubishi Company’s factory in Normal, Illinois) 2011 Galant is available in two trims level: the base ES (starting at $21.899 MSRP) and the top-of-the-line SE (starting at $24.299 MSRP).

A new design feature for the 2011 Mitsubishi Galant is a reduction in the vehicle’s ride height by half an inch. Not only does this imbue the handsome Galant with an even sleeker-looking stance, but it also improves the car’s aerodynamic efficiency, thus leading to a slight increase in fuel economy. Another rich-looking aesthetic enhancement to the 2011 Mitsubishi Galant is the addition of the stylish new chrome belt line molding for a more upscale appearance.

Standard features on the 2011 Mitsubishi Galant ES include 16-inch steel wheels, full power accesories, air-conditioning, a tilt-only steering wheel, cruise control, driver-seat height adjustment and a six-speaker stereo with CD player and auxiliary audio-jack.

The SE of 2011 Galant adds a power sunroof, 18-inch alloy wheels, fog lights, a back-up camera, heated mirrors, a rear spoiler, automatic climate control, auto-dimming rearview mirror, a leather-wrapped steering wheel (with audio controls), an eight-way power driver seat (with lumbar adjustment), heated front seats, Bluetooth, navigation system, color 7-in. touchscreen LCD and an eight-speaker audio system with six-CD changer and satellite radio.

Front and center inside Galant’s warm-looking interior is the tall center console waterfall that is done up in a handsome silver finish, its controls a thoughtful blend of knobs and buttons that never overwhelm the senses both visually and in functionality.

All models of 2011 Mitsubishi Galant are powered by a 2.4-liter four-cylinder in-line, 16-valve SOHC engine with MIVEC (Mitsubishi Innovative Valve timing Electronic Control) and multi-point injection. This engine produces 160 hp at 5500 rpm and 157 lb-ft of torque at 4000 rpm. A variation of this engine has been certified as a Partial Zero-Emission Vehicle (PZEV) and it is available in California, Maine and Vermont. The transmission is an Sportronic 4-speed automatic, for all 2011 Galant models.

The fuel use estimates for 2011 Mitsubishi Galant is 21 mpg city/ 30 mpg highway.

The 2011 Mitsubishi Galant comes standard with front seat-mounted side impact airbags, front and rear side curtain airbags, dual-stage front airbags, supplemental restraint system ( SRS ), 5-mph front and rear bumpers, traction control, Electronic Brakeforce Distribution ( EBD ), tire pressure monitoring system and more.

In the Mitsubishi Galant 2011 review thecarconnection says:

Mitsubishi Galant is one of those vehicles that should have been replaced a while ago, but it hasn’t been–and it’s the longest-lived family four-door on the market, since it was last redesigned in 2004.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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New 2011 Mitsubishi Outlander

Posted: May 6th, 2011 | Author: bestcarsadmin | Filed under: 2011 New Car Models, Mitsubishi | Leave a comment »

Mitsubishi’s smallest SUV is available in ES, SE, XLS and GT trims. Front and all-wheel-drive models are offered for all version except the GT, which only comes with all-wheel drive. The new 2011 Mitsubishi Outlander car seat up to seven people. It competes with the Hyundai Santa Fe, Toyota RAV-4 and Honda CRV.

With its incomparable head-turning styling, well-appointed cabin, roomy accommodations for up to seven and outstanding 5-star safety rating, the 2011 Mitsubishi Outlander truly exemplifies the Japanese auto manufacturer’s  ”different for a reason” attitude that separates this car from its garden-variety crossover utility vehicle (CUV) competition.

Every new 2011 Mitsubishi Outlander includes these standard features: continuously variable transmission ( CVT ), six standard airbags, ABS, aluminum roof panel, LED tail lights with clear lenses. ES trim ( starting at $21.995 MSRP for 2WD version) of Outlander 2011 includes all standard features plus color-keyed outer door handless and side mirrors, front mesh grille with black surround, 16-inch steel wheels, black roof rails. The SE model ( starting at $22.995 MSRP for 2WD and $24.495 for AWC) includes all standard features plus AWC ( All-Wheel Control), compact stowable 3rd row seat, 18-inch alloy wheels, fast-key hands-free entry and starting system, 6 CD/MP3 in Dash CD Charger.

The 2011 Outlander XLS ($25.795 MSRP ) includes all standard features plus 6-speed Spectronic automatic transmission, FUSE hands-free link system with USB connection for MP3/iPod. The GT trim includes in plus S-AWC (Super All Wheel Control), and 18-inch aluminum wheels.

The 2011 Mitsubishi Outlander Sport is considered like a separate model.

For Mitsubishi Outlander 2011 ES and SE trims the disponible engine is an 2.4 liter DOHC MIVEC, 16 Valve that produce 168 hp and 167 lb-ft of torque. Mileage estimate for 2011 Mitsubishi Outlander with this engine is 23 MPG city/ 28 MPG on highway. The transmission for Outlander ES and SE is an CVT Sportronic (automatic transmission).

The engine of Outlander 2011 XLS and GT model is an 3.0 liter SOHC, MIVEC, V6, 24 valve that produce 230 horse-power and 215 lb-ft of torque. The transmission is an six-speed Sportronic with idle-neutral logic. The mileage estimates: 19MPG city/25mpg Highway.

Safety includes a lot of airbags, ABS with EBD, ASC (Acive Stability Control), Hill Start Assist (HSA), anti-theft engine immobilizer and some.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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New 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer

Posted: May 1st, 2011 | Author: bestcarsadmin | Filed under: 2011 New Car Models, Mitsubishi | Leave a comment »

Mitsubishi Motors Corporation is the sixth largest automaker in Japan and the seventeenth largest in the world by global vehicle production. It is a part of the Mitsubishi keiretsu, formerly the biggest industrial group in Japan, and was formed in 1970 from the automotive division of Mitsubishi Heavy Industries. The company has its headquarters in Minato, Tokyo.

The 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer is available in four trims: DE, ES, GTS and Ralliart. The base DE trim starts at $15.195 MSRP. The Ralliart, wich hase more horsepower and all-wheel drive, begins at $27.695 MSRP. The Lancer Sportback, a five-door hatchback is available in ES, GTS ant Ralliart trims and starts at $16.995. The Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution, a high-performance vehicle, is considered a separately model.

With aggressive, muscular sheetmetal that closely mimics that of the head-turning design of the one-of-a-kind ultra-high-performance Lancer Evolution Sport Sedan, the new 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer is unquestionably one of the most stylish 4-doors available in its price segment.

Several key changes take place across the Lancer model lineup for the 2011 model year. The Lancer DE and ES models receive a new advanced fuel-saving technology in the form of new electric assist power steering. The performance-oriented Lancer GTS and Ralliart edition now boast a convenient USB port for plugging in a memory stick or easy iPod acces, plus dynamic automotive duo gain Mitsubishi’s remarkable FUSE Hands Free Link System that allows for hands-free acces to Bluetooth-enabled cell phones and iPod or a USB drive with the use of simple voice commands.

For the DE and ES trims level of Mitsubishi Lancer 2011 model, the disponible engine is an 2.0-liter DOHC 16-valve engine with MIVEC ( Mitsubishi Innovative Valve-timing Electronic Control system), aluminum block and cylinder heads. This engine produces 148 horsepower (143 hp for LEV – Low Emission Vehicle- sold in California and other low-emission states) at 6000 rpm and 146 (143-California) lb.-ft. of torque at 4200 rpm. Fuel mileage estimated is 24 mpg city/33 mpg highway for this engine with 5-speed manual transmission.

The engine of GTS trims is an 2.4 liter MIVEC DOHC 16-valve that produce 168 hp (161-California) @ 6000rpm and 167 lb.-ft. of torque at 4100 rpm. Mileage estimated is 32 mpg city/ 31 mpg highway for 5-speed manual transmission and 23/30 for automatic transmission.

The engine of 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer Ralliart model is an 2.0 liter MIVEC Turbo, DOHC-16 valve. This top engine produces 237 hp @ 6000 rpm and 253 lb.-ft. of torque.

Every new 2011 Lancer includes these standard features: auto-off halogen head lamps, power window, power door locks and side view mirrors, 140-watt CD/MP3 audio system with DSP control, seven-airbag safety system, active stability control, anti-lock brakes with Electronic Brakeforce Distribution (EBD). The ES trim includes all standard features plus chrome grille surround and covered front cup holders. The GTS trims includes standard features plus color LCD multi-information display, fast-key electronic keyless entry and starting system and GTS-tuned suspension with front strut tower bar.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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