2012 Mitsubishi I-MIEV SE

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2012 Mitsubishi I-MIEV SE

Overview

The 2012 Mitsubishi I-MIEV SE is a functional commuter vehicle, but its design is one of the most unusual looks in the marketplace. Basic commuter transportation and no frills are the only words that can describe the I-MIEV.

Safety Features

  • 4-wheel ABS
  • Front and rear head airbags
  • Dual front side-mounted airbags
  • Child seat anchors
  • Remote anti-theft alarm system
  • Emergency braking assist
  • Ventilated front disc / rear drum brakes
  • Rear door child safety locks
  • Daytime running lights
  • Engine immobilizer
  • Front fog/driving lights
  • Dusk sensing headlamps
  • 2 front headrests
  • 2 rear headrests
  • Passenger airbag occupant sensing deactivation
  • Front seatbelt pretensioners
  • Stability control
  • Traction control
  • Electronic brakeforce distribution
  • Front height adjustable headrests
  • Rear height adjustable headrests
  • Tire pressure monitoring

  • Accessory Rear Park Assist Sensors
  • Accessory Wheel Locks

Driving Impression

One of the I-MIEV attributes is the suspension system as it cushions the imperfections in the road.

This commuter vehicle is easy to park but the extreme front drop-off makes it difficult to judge how close you are to other cars in front of you.

The I-MIEV uses a regenerative brake system, which can extend the driving range

One of the positive attributes of the I-MIEV is not using any gas & the mileage equivalent of 112 MPG

Under the Hood

The I-MIEV uses a 16 kilowatt-hour lithium ion battery pack, which gives it a range of 63 miles. The Electric Motor is rated at 63 hp, 133-lbf·ft permanent-magnet motor. The I-MIEV is rear-wheel-drive. Mitsubishi includes a 110-volt adapter cable, which takes 22.5 hours for a full charge, and offers an optional 240-volt charging system that owners can install in their garages. That 240-volt system only takes 7 hours to restore the charge.

Inside

My test drive had the optional Navigation system, which was easy to use. The interior is very plain and has very few amenities. The front seats are comfortable and the driver’s seat was heated. The best word to describe the interior is functional!

My test drive was a SE model which included the followings: 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.

Outside

The design of the I-MIEV is quirky with its LED front and rear lamps, curved rear doors and 15-inch alloy wheels pushed out to all four corners.

Summary

If you are in the market for a commuter vehicle then take a test drive in the 2012 Mitsubishi I-MIEV.

Specifications

Exterior Measurements

WIDTH 5 ft. 2.4 in. (62.4 in.)

HEIGHT 5 ft. 3.6 in. (63.6 in.)

LENGTH 12 ft. 0.8 in. (144.8 in.)

FRONT TRACK 4 ft. 7.9 in. (55.9 in.)

REAR TRACK 4 ft. 6.3 in. (54.3 in.)

WHEEL BASE 8 ft. 4.4 in. (100.4 in.)

Interior Measurements

FRONT HEAD ROOM 35.6 in.

FRONT LEG ROOM 33.8 in.

FRONT SHOULDER ROOM 54.8 in.

REAR HEAD ROOM 34.3 in.

REAR LEG ROOM 30.0 in.

REAR SHOULDER ROOM 54.8 in.

Weights and Capacities

EPA INTERIOR VOLUME 97.9 cu.ft.

GROSS WEIGHT 3329 lbs.

DRAG COEFFICIENT 0.35 Cd

CURB WEIGHT 2579 lbs.

CARGO CAPACITY, ALL SEATS IN PLACE 13.2 cu.ft.

MAXIMUM CARGO CAPACITY 50.4 cu.ft.

DriveTrain

DRIVE TYPE Rear wheel drive

TRANSMISSION 1-speed direct drive

Tires and Wheels

  • Alloy wheels
  • 15 in. wheels
  • 175/60R15 81H tires
  • All season tires
  • Tire repair kit

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