What is the range of the 2016 Mitsubishi i-MiEV?
Overview. In the 2016 i-MiEV, an electric motor producing 66 hp and 145 lb-ft of torque is paired to a single-speed automatic transmission. The car has an estimated range of 62 miles on a single charged, which is less than the 93-mile Kia Soul EV, the 87-mile Fiat 500e, and the 84-107-mile Nissan Leaf. The i-MiEV can be recharged three ways: From a 110-volt electric outlet, it takes 12 to 14 hours. A 220-volt outlet takes 6 to 8 hours. There’s also a Quickcharge option which takes 20 minutes for an 80% charge, and one hour for a full charge. In Japan, Mitsubishi says the i-MiEv has a range of 80-100 miles.The i-MiEV, also known just as the i, is Mitsubishi’s electric car. It uses a 16-kWh lithium-ion battery that takes between six and seven hours to charge on a 240-volt, Level 2 charger, or 21 hours on a standard 110-volt charger. Its range is EPA-rated at 62 miles, although we generally got 56 miles.
Is the Mitsubishi i-MiEV a reliable car?
Reliability-wise, the Mitsubishi i-MiEV holds up well. One of the key advantages of electric vehicles is their simplicity compared to their gasoline counterparts. As a whole, consumers found the vehicle’s reliability and value to be its strongest features and comfort to be its weakest. MiEV five out of five stars. Overall, consumers seem aligned in their opinions of the 2014 Mitsubishi i-MiEV.In summary, both Toyota and Mitsubishi are reputable brands known for their performance and reliability, attracting loyal customers. Toyota is recognized worldwide for its dependable vehicles, while Mitsubishi stands out with its performance-focused engineering and generous warranty offerings.
Is the i-MiEV expensive to maintain?
The annual maintenance cost of a Mitsubishi i-MiEV is $581. During 2011 a total of 30 i MiEVs were sold, and cumulative sales reached 252 units through December 2013. As of March 2014, Mitsubishi is no longer selling the i-MiEV due to slow sales.