iMiEV FAQ
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HOW FAR CAN THE MITSUBISHI I GO ON A SINGLE CHARGE?
Based on independent EPA testing, the Mitsubishi i can travel 62 miles
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on a full charge, in typical driving conditions. Incidentally, the EPA’s MPGe ratings
came in at 126 City and 99 Highway for a combined 112 MPGe—making the Mitsubishi i one of the most efcient electric vehicle in its class.
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HOW DO I KNOW IF THIS CAR IS RIGHT FOR ME?
When considering whether or not the all-electric Mitsubishi is right for you, it’s important to remember that it’s designed for shorter city commutes.
You should also keep in mind that the i-MiEV requires a parking area with access to a dedicated 120V / 15A power outlet for charging that’s been
inspected by a certied electrician. If you have those two things covered, the Mitsubishi i could be your ideal commuter car.
CAN I TAKE THE MITSUBISHI I ON LONGER TRIPS?
The public charging infrastructure is developing to the point where we foresee that possibility. In fact, thousands of public quick-chargers are currently
under development across the nation. So in the near future, you may be able to take your Mitsubishi i on longer journeys.
CAN I USE IT AS MY PRIMARY VEHICLE?
The Mitsubishi i could be used as a primary vehicle if all of your round trips are within the 62-mile range
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of the car. For many, however, it would be an
ideal second car—until public charging stations become more available.
HOW ENVIRONMENTALLY FRIENDLY IS AN ELECTRIC VEHICLE (EV)?
Electric motors produce zero on-road emissions and are more efcient than gas engines. Even if you take into account the emissions produced by
electrical power plants that provide the energy for charging in many areas across the U.S., EVs are far more environmentally friendly than the gas
powered or hybrid alternatives.
ARE ANY PARTS ON THE MITSUBISHI I MADE FROM RECYCLED MATERIALS?
Yes. We took great care to use recycled materials wherever we could. The front and rear bumper fascia, instrument panel and door trim of the Mitsubishi i
are all made from recycled polypropylene materials.
HOW WILL SPENT BATTERIES BE RECYCLED?
As part of our long-term commitment to environmental responsibility and sustainability, Mitsubishi is currently investigating innovative ways to recycle
lithium-ion battery packs for future re-purposing. For example, batteries that are no longer useful in EVs are in fact very useful for energy storage in solar
and windmill generation plants. That’s just one idea, and we’re working with environmental groups very closely to look into many other possibilities.
WHAT IS THE MITSUBISHI I’S SEATING AND STORAGE CAPACITY?
Our unique rear-motor design maximizes driving performance without sacricing interior space. The Mitsubishi i is surprisingly roomy and offers a thoughtful
84.7 cubic feet of passenger space. In practical terms, it seats four tall adults comfortably with ample leg and headroom (or you can add two child car seats).
There’s also a cargo area that can easily handle small suitcases or shopping bags, and the rear seats fold down for extra storage space when needed.
CAN I FOLD DOWN THE BACK SEATS?
Yes, the Mitsubishi i is equipped with standard 50/50 split folding rear seats so you can t all of those weekend toys inside.
ARE ELECTRIC VEHICLES SAFE?
EVs are just as safe as any other similarly sized car. The Mitsubishi i meets all Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standards (FMVSS) and has a six-airbag
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system including advanced frontal airbags. We invite you to explore all the innovative safety features in detail.
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