2014 Mitsubishi i-MiEV ES Canada Prices

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The 2014 Mitsubishi i-MiEV is no Toyota Prius, but it is a car that delivers in almost every aspect admirably. On the surface, it looks almost identical to the 2012 model. However, upon closer inspection, one can spot several new features and design changes. Though it does come with the same 66-horsepower electric motor as its predecessor, so it’s not particularly impressive “under the hood” (the powertrain is actually under the rear seat).




Full Review

The 2014 Mitsubishi i-MiEV is an electric minicar that reached the dealers only in late spring 2014, but it’s actually almost the same car as the 2012 model, while the 2013 model simply did not exist at all. However, what sets it apart from its predecessor is its lower price, which is $27,998. Other notable differences are added features and several design choices that were not there in 2012. All-in-all, it’s an improved package that should in theory make this little car more appealing.

When it comes to design the main point of the 2014 i-MiEV is to be small but spacious. It relies on short overhangs and wide wheelbase along with a wide expanse of the raked windshield to achieve an excellent field of view. This design allows the i-MiEV to be easily maneuverable in the busy streets of a large city, while making parking as simple and painless as possible. Though some might argue that it wasn’t designed for North America, we beg to differ since this car is perfect for people who live in densely populated urban areas.

The tall-boy exterior design of the i-MiEV may not appeal to everyone, however, so if you’re not attracted to it, then you’ll probably want to go for a MINI. That said, it will certainly attract the attention of passersby since it is rather unique-looking. The reason for this strange look is totally justified though as it allows for more interior space, while fitting in four fully-grown adults.

In terms of size, the i-MiEV is smaller than the Nissan Leaf, but its upright seating position and plenty of headroom make it a comfortable ride. The Canadian version of the 2014 i-MiEV is actually longer and wider than the Japanese one, which is an amusing little fact. The reason for that, however, is not to accommodate larger “American-sized” individuals, but rather to comply with our safety regulations, which require larger vehicles. As such, you get extra eight inches of length, which improves legroom, while the added width provides ample room for three people.

Unlike the exterior, the cabin is actually surprisingly basic. Its simple dashboard features a slick centre console, which contains the blower controls and air-con switches. Just above it sits a multi-information display with integrated satellite navigation. You also get three-spoke-designed steering wheel with silver accents and a big tri-diamond logo in the centre. The instrument cluster is predictably basic too, featuring gauges for speed, current gear, battery charge level and an analog dial that tells you if you’re driving with a heavy right foot.

Under the rear seat – not under the hood – is a small electric motor that derives power from a pack of heavy lithium-ion batteries, which sit in a low-slung position, lowering the centre gravity for improved handling. The powertrain produces 66 horsepower and 145 pound-feet of torque, which isn’t particularly impressive, but it’s not bad. It only has a rear-wheel-drive setup and a single-speed transmission.

Overall, the 2014 Mitsubishi i-MiEV is a very decent minicar. Its cabin is solid and its powertrain is not bad either. It one win any award for its look, but if  you prefer functionality over looks than this is definitely the way to go.

2014 Mitsubishi i-MiEV
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Rating: 7.2 / 10



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General Specs

Engine N/A
Horsepower @RPM66
Fuel TypeElectric
Body typeCoupe
Number of Doors5
Passenger4
Drive TrainRear Wheel Drive
Transmission TypeAutomatic
Power and Performance:

The i-MiEV is adapted from in a tiny minicar (part of Japan's so-called kei car class) called the 'i', introduced back in 2007. As a gasoline car, the littlest Mitsubishi had a small three-cylinder engine driving the rear wheels and located under the cargo deck. The electric version, one of the first modestly-priced mass-produced electric cars in the world, replaces the engine, transmission, and gas tank with a 49-kilowatt (66-horsepower) electric motor driving the rear wheels, powered by a 16-kilowatt-hour lithium-ion battery pack mounted in the floor and under the rear seat.

With an EPA efficiency rating of 112 MPGe combined (126 MPGe city, 99 MPGe highway), the i-MiEV is one of the most energy-efficient cars sold in the U.S. (MPGe is a measure of how many miles an electric car can cover on battery energy that equals the amount of energy contained in 1 gallon of gasoline.)

Originally appeared on The Car Connection.

Interiors and Special Features:

The i-MiEV is smaller than the Nissan Leaf, but the upright seating position and loads of headroom make it a good city runabout. The American version of the Mitsubishi i-MiEV is longer and wider than its Japanese cousin to better comply with stricter crash-safety regulations. The added eight inches of length improves legroom, while the extra width means three people can occupy the back seat — barely.

While the outside is quirky enough to grab attention — some of which is unwanted in the i-MiEV’s case — the interior, on the other hand, is fairly basic. There’s nothing much to say about the dashboard, except for the center console, which houses the blower controls and air-con switches, is pretty slick. Just above the center console resides a multi-information display with integrated satellite navigation.

The steering wheel is a three-spoke design with silver accents and a large tri-diamond logo in the center. The instrument cluster provides basic information, like speed, current gear, battery charge level and an analog dial, which notifies if the person is driving with a heavy right foot.

Originally appeared on Top Speed.

Safety features:

The 2014 Mitsubishi i-MiEV comes standard with antilock brakes (front disc, rear drum), stability and traction control, front-seat side airbags and side curtain airbags. It also features an "Approaching Vehicle Audible System" (AVAS), which alerts pedestrians that the i-MiEV is nearby by emitting a sound at low speeds. Rear parking sensors are optional.

In Edmunds brake testing, an i-MiEV came to a stop from 60 mph in 120 feet, which is a good performance for an EV. In government crash testing, the i-MiEV received four out of five stars for overall protection, with four stars for total frontal-impact protection and three stars for total side-impact protection. The lower side-impact score is the result of excessive rear door panel intrusion during testing -- suggesting an elevated risk of torso injuries for passengers riding in back.

Originally appeared on Edmunds.


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