Mitsubishi ASX

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Mitsubishi ASX
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2019 Mitsubishi ASX
Overview
Manufacturer
Production 2010–present
Body and chassis
Class Subcompact crossover SUV
Body style 5-door SUV
Chronology
Predecessor

The Mitsubishi ASX (abbreviation of "Active Sports Crossover")[1] is a subcompact crossover SUV manufactured by the Japanese automaker Mitsubishi Motors. On introduction, it was positioned below the Outlander in Mitsubishi's crossover SUV line-up, until the Eclipse Cross filled the gap between the ASX and Outlander in 2017. It was built on the GS platform closely shared with the Lancer and Outlander.[2]

For the European market, the second-generation ASX is a rebadged Renault Captur, which will be sold from March 2023.[3][4]

First generation (GA; 2010)

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First generation
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Overview
Also called
Production 2010–present
Model years 2011–present
Assembly
Designer Norihiko Yoshihime[5]
Body and chassis
Layout
Platform Mitsubishi GS platform
Related
Powertrain
Engine
Transmission
Dimensions
Wheelbase 2,670 mm (105.1 in)
Length 4,295–4,366 mm (169.1–171.9 in)
Width 1,770–1,810 mm (69.7–71.3 in)
Height 1,625–1,641 mm (64.0–64.6 in)
Chronology
Successor Mitsubishi Xforce (emerging markets)[6][7]

The first-generation ASX was first released in the Japanese domestic market on 17 February 2010 as the Mitsubishi RVR.[8] The RVR nameplate is only used in Japan, South Korea, and Canada. It is sold as the ASX in most markets, and also as the Mitsubishi Outlander Sport in the United States, Argentina, Brazil,[9] and Indonesia. In Puerto Rico, it uses both the ASX and Outlander Sport titles.[10]

The design of the ASX was previewed by the Mitsubishi Concept-cX prototype which was first exhibited at the 62nd Frankfurt Motor Show in July 2007.[11][12][13] It is a return to the original concept of offering the platform used for the longer Outlander with reduced seating capacity to five people, while sharing components of the longer vehicle, demonstrating a corporate decision to return Mitsubishi to smaller, fuel efficient vehicles in favor of larger, truck-based products. It was also exhibited at the 40th Tokyo Motor Show in September the same year.[14]

The European ASX was exhibited at the Geneva Motor Show in March 2010,[15][16] while the North American market Outlander Sport/RVR was revealed at the 2010 New York International Auto Show.[17] Between 2012 and 2015 production of the Outlander Sport began in Mitsubishi's Illinois plant, for both the North American and a number of export markets.[18] As of 2022, production of the ASX continues in Japan for the global market and China for the local market.

Facelifts

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Going on sale in mid-2014, the 2015 model introduced some visual changes: new LED daytime running lamps were featured in the front bumper, there was a new 17" alloy wheel design, and roof racks appeared once again (after being removed in the 2013 model).

Further changes occurred in mid-2015 for the "2015.5" model. 18" wheels became standard, and featured black wheel arch surrounds. A chrome tailgate finish and a new steering wheel were other changes that year.

The second facelift was released in November 2015 at the Los Angeles Auto Show, which introduced the "Dynamic Shield" front design concept and redesigned alloy wheels.[21][22] This version was introduced in Europe in September 2016 at the 2016 Paris Motor Show.[23]

A third facelift was unveiled prior to the 2019 Geneva Motor Show in February 2019. The front received an updated "Dynamic Shield" design.[24] In many markets this was to become the 2020 model year RVR/ASX/Outlander Sport. The facelift introduces a new front fascia design, new 18" alloy wheels, and a redesigned Smartphone Display Link (SDL) infotainment system with optional Apple CarPlay and Android Auto smartphone integration, and a new eight-inch touchscreen display.

In the U.S., the Outlander Sport gains a new SP trim to replace the previous LE trim. The 148-horsepower, 2.0-litre inline four-cylinder (I4) engine is standard on the ES and SE trims, while a 166-horsepower, 2.4-litre inline four-cylinder engine is standard on the SP and GT trims. The smaller 2.0 option is also now available with all-wheel drive (AWD) in addition to the standard front-wheel drive (FWD).[25]

Pre-facelift
First facelift
Second facelift
Third facelift

Powertrains

The Japanese models are powered by the 4B10 1.8 L petrol engine mated to a manual or INVECS-III continuously variable transmission.[26] North American, Singaporean, Chinese, Indonesian, Malaysian, Philippine, and Australian vehicles get the larger 4B11 2.0 L and 4B12 2.4 L engines starting from 2015 model year, while the European ASX use a new 4A92 1.6 L petrol engine. In Europe and Australia the 4N13 1.8 L direct-injection turbo-diesel engine is also available as options. With the 2015 model year update in Europe, the Mitsubishi 4N1 engine was replaced with PSA's DV6C engine. Much of the petrol engine range – 1.6 L (117 hp), 1.8 L (140 hp), and 2.0 L (150 hp) – is offered in the CIS market.

Markets

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Indonesia

In Indonesia, the Outlander Sport was launched on 10 July 2012 and offered in three grade levels: GLX, GLS, and PX.[27] It was assembled locally at the Krama Yudha Ratu Motor plant in Pulo Gadung, Jakarta with knock-down kits imported from Japan. Production ended in 2018.[28]

Malaysia

In Malaysia, the ASX was launched in November 2010. At launch, only one variant was available which was fully imported and powered by a 2.0 L 4B11 engine paired with a CVT transmission.[29] In January 2012, the sole variant was updated with larger alloy wheels, push-start button, better sportive front seats and auto-retractable side mirror.[30] The first facelift was introduced in May 2013 which made features from the limited run Euro edition standard including a panoramic glass roof, auto rain, auto light sensors and GPS navigation with Bluetooth/iPod connectivity.[31] In February 2014, locally assembled models went on sale now with two variants: 2WD and 4WD.[32]

Second generation (2023)

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In 2016, Mitsubishi Motors executives announced that the successor of the RVR/ASX/Outlander Sport would be released in 2019 and was previewed by the electric eX Concept.[33][34] The company mentioned that it would be an "in-house"-developed model, however, this successor was never released.[35]

In early 2022, the teaser for the second-generation ASX for European market was released, which would be based on the second-generation Renault Captur.[36] It was revealed in September 2022 and released in March 2023 with gasoline, hybrid and plug-in hybrid powertrain options.[37][3][38][4]

Production and sales

Annual production

Fiscal year Production Total
Japan United
States
China Malaysia Brazil
Okazaki Mizushima
2009 6,915 6,915
2010 134,004 134,004
2011 145,608 145,608
2012 103,603 39,998 8,205 151,806
2013 79,381 69,766 41,484 190,631
2014 101,473 61,974 60,892 3,870 228,209
2015 93,282 38,186 46,256 2,310 7,560 187,594
2016 138,324 33,927 2,168 1,740 176,159
2017 85,493 34,586 32,617 618 8,018 161,332
2018 8 112,173 25,628 416 3,964 142,189

(Sources: Facts & Figures 2013, Facts & Figures 2018, Facts & Figures 2019, Mitsubishi Motors website)
including OEM production supply (Citroën C4 Aircross and Peugeot 4008)

Sales

Year U.S.[39] Europe[40] China[41] Australia
2010 1,690 20,935 2,349
2011 16,443 48,520 6,430
2012 18,091 32,265 6,960
2013 24,951 26,468 36,054 7,721
2014 31,054 35,295 55,420 10,404[42]
2015 36,966 45,228 50,781 13,557[43]
2016 33,067 39,241 35,146 18,126[44]
2017 33,160 39,160 29,333 19,403[45]
2018 39,153 30,958 29,789 19,034[46]
2019 33,644 30,622 19,871 20,806[47]
2020 28,836 17,983 10,137 14,056[48]
2021 34,216 6,271 6,006 14,764[48]
2022 16,373[49] 12,753[50]

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