What you see here is the Mitsubishi Prototype S, with the "S" standing for "Sportback." If you remember, Mitsubishi showed a Sportback concept (middle picture) before.
Remember? How could you forget, as that concept was drop-dead gorgeous!
Unfortunately, as concepts move from "concept" to "production," often something gets lost in the translation, as is the case here...
While still not a full-bore production model, the Prototype S shows where Mitsubishi is headed, which is a real letdown after seeing the original Sportback concept. Not saying this is ugly; but it's certainly not the jaw-dropper that they showed earlier. On the plus side, the cargo area looks to be very spacious, much more so than the Impreza 5-door.
As to running gear, it's equipped with the same 236 hp 2.0L turbo, and AWD that's to be found in their upcoming WRX-fighter, the Ralliart sedan.
Full story here.
Here's Inside Line's take: 2008 Geneva Auto Show Preview: Mitsubishi Prototype-S
As to running gear, it's equipped with the same 236 hp 2.0L turbo, and AWD that's to be found in their upcoming WRX-fighter, the Ralliart sedan.
Full story here.
Here's Inside Line's take: 2008 Geneva Auto Show Preview: Mitsubishi Prototype-S
estreka says:
02:37 PM, 02/25/08
Actually, I think the production model looks as good as the concept.
It reminds me of the Brera.
rsholland says:
02:47 PM, 02/25/08
Really? Not even close IMO.
SubyTrojan says:
05:37 PM, 02/25/08
Can you say, "Scooby Snack?" j/k :o)
cah11705 says:
06:46 PM, 02/25/08
I think from the angles shown, the concept looks much better. The concept looks like and Alfa Romeo while the actual one looks more like a Lexus RX or a new Subaru Impreza
firstwagon says:
08:03 PM, 02/25/08
The concept looks better but isn't that always the case.
Still looks better then the Impreza.
ateixeira says:
03:03 PM, 02/26/08
What a HUGE disappointment!
The concept was beautiful, I was a big fan.
How did they end up with such a generic 5 door?
It's not ugly, don't get me wrong, but the concept was so promising. A real let down! :(
r33 says:
04:32 PM, 02/29/08
the production model lost all that mennacing image the prototype had.
became generic and a serius no no!
calmb4thestrm says:
02:25 PM, 03/ 2/08
HA! maybe they should call it the IMPREZA EVOLUTION,or the LANCER STI. either way im dissapointed. You would think mitsu learned about subaru's mistake on design.