Mitsubishi returns to the world of electric vehicles: a new crossover will be available in Canada and the US in the summer of 2026
For the first time in almost a decade, Mitsubishi will launch an electric vehicle for the North American market - the novelty will debut in Canada and the US in the summer of 2026. After the discontinuation of i-MiEV sales in 2017, this will be the company's first full-fledged attempt to gain a foothold in the EV segment.
Here's What We Know
According to Mitsubishi Motors North America head Mark Chaffin, the new electric vehicle will be part of a strategy with a "balance between internal combustion engines, hybrids and electric cars" to "offer customers a choice of technologies to suit every need".
A close relative of the Nissan Leaf
Expectedly, Mitsubishi's Renault Nissan Mitsubishi alliance partner Nissan Motor Company is involved in the development. The novelty will be based on the new generation Nissan Leaf, but will get Mitsubishi's signature style. It will be the brand's fifth crossover in the region after the Outlander, Outlander PHEV, Outlander Sport and Eclipse Cross models. There are no technical specifications yet.
Judging by the teaser of the future Mitsubishi line-up for North America, the exterior differences from the Leaf will be minimal - we're probably talking about a slightly redesigned front and rear end, a modified emblem and customised trim elements.
Part of the Momentum 2030 plan
Mitsubishi cars as part of the Momentum 2030 plan. Illustration: Mitsubishi
This electric crossover is part of the Momentum 2030 plan. Mitsubishi will release at least one new or seriously updated model every year from 2026 to 2030. It's starting with the Outlander restyling. A few more crossovers and a possible production version of the futuristic D:X Concept minivan lie ahead.
Source: Mitsubishi
