Mitsubishi i-MiEV first generation

Mitsubishi i-MiEV first generation
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The Mitsubishi i-MiEV first generation (2010–2021): dimensions, weights, reliability and the official figures of its 8 versions in the European Union, the United Kingdom, and France.

Model codes: HA3W, HA4W · Sold in: European Union, United Kingdom, and France

Dimensions, weights and capacity

SpecificationEuropeNorth AmericaWikipedia
Dimensions
Length3,480 mm RDW3,680 mm TC3,395–3,680 mm
Width1,480 mm RDW1,590 mm TC1,475–1,585 mm
Height1,610 mm RDW1,620 mm TC1,600–1,615 mm
Wheelbase2,550 mm RDW2,550 mm TC2,550 mm
Front track1,310 mm ASTRA1,420 mm TC–
Rear track1,270 mm ASTRA1,380 mm TC–
Weights and towing
Kerb weight1,060–1,085 kg RDW1,146–1,171 kg TC1,080–1,110 kg
Mass in running order1,160–1,185 kg RDW––
Gross vehicle weight1,450 kg RDW––
Seats and space
Seats4 RDW––
Doors4 RDW––
Boot space––166 L
Luggage space (EPA)–368 L EPA–
Passenger space (EPA)–2,407 L EPA–
Performance
Top speed130 km/h RDW––
Torque185–194 Nm ASTRA–180 Nm
Electric motor power–49 kW NRCan–
Electric
Battery capacity (usable)––16.0 kWh
Range (EPA/NRCan)–95–100 km EPA–
Charging time at 240 V–7.0 h EPA–

Tyre sizes (most common first): 145/65R15, 175/55R15

NHTSA overall safety rating (US): 2012–2014: ★★★★☆ · 2016–2017: ★★★★☆

Ranges cover the generation’s versions and body styles; European and North American versions can differ. Sources: RDW type approvals (Netherlands), Transport Canada vehicle specifications, Wikipedia (en, fr, pl), ASTRA type approvals (Switzerland), US EPA fuel economy data, Natural Resources Canada, Traficom type approvals (Finland), NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings. Wikipedia figures are used under CC BY-SA 4.0.

Reliability and owner reports

Owner complaints to NHTSA (US)

14 complaints for model years 2012–2017. 2 crashes · 1 injury · 1 death

Complaints are reported by owners and not checked by NHTSA; they are not adjusted for how many cars were sold, so popular models have more. NHTSA owner complaints

All 8 versions of the Mitsubishi i-MiEV first generation

European Union 5 versions

New cars registered in the EU (plus Norway and Iceland), from the European Environment Agency. Figures on the NEDC procedure until 2020 and on WLTP from 2021; versions are grouped by engine and power, with their number of registrations.

Years and versionEnginePowerFuelConsumption (combined)CO₂Electric rangeEU registrations
2021Electric motor49 kW (67 PS)Electric–0 g/km105 km10
2013–2020Electric motor49 kW (67 PS)Electric12.5–16.2 kWh/100 km NEDC0 g/km105 km464
2011–2018Electric motor35 kW (48 PS)Electric12.5–14.7 kWh/100 km NEDC0 g/km–6,331
2011–2017Electric motor49 kW (67 PS)Electric–0 g/km–186
2010Electric motor–Electric13.5 kWh/100 km NEDC0 g/km–60

United Kingdom 1 version

New cars on sale in the UK, from the Vehicle Certification Agency. NEDC figures until 2018 and WLTP figures after; years are the editions a version appeared in.

Years and versionEngineFuelConsumption (combined)CO₂Electric range
2013–2016i-MiEVElectric motorElectric13.5 kWh/100 km NEDC0 g/km150 km

France 2 versions

New cars on sale in France, from ADEME Car Labelling. NEDC figures until 2015, WLTP figures in the current catalogue.

Years and versionEnginePowerFuelGearbox
2015IMIEVElectric motor–ElectricContinuously variable (CVT)
2012–2014IMIEVElectric motor35 kW (48 PS)ElectricContinuously variable (CVT)

Similar models from other brands

Official figures are measured on standard test procedures and differ between markets. Your consumption depends on how, where and in what conditions you drive.