Mitsubishi Innovative Valve timing Electronic Control (MIVEC) engine to power the production “i” car

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Mitsubishi Innovative Valve timing Electronic Control (MIVEC) engine to power the production “i” car

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In its exterior design, "i" reflects MMC's Japanese Modern theme based on the essential qualities of a Japanese culture that has developed a world-class hi-tech industry founded on its traditional predisposition towards precision, detail and refinement. The highly endearing one-motion form cleverly incorporates advanced aerodynamics to successfully present a laid-back and sophisticated design that offers occupants safety, practicality and comfort as well as enhanced safety for pedestrians.

The design maximizes harmony between styling, packaging and aerodynamic performance. Shape optimization of the trailing edge of the roof, the rear spoiler, door mirrors, front and rear fenders and underbody result in a very slippery Cd of just 0.24.

Interior design

Inside, the focus was on engineering a "festival of light" to create a refined and pleasant airiness throughout this town-size vehicle, bringing light flooding in through the extensive glazing area. This effect is enhanced in the black keynote interior color scheme by the "hovering" dashboard styling and by the seats which are made of a transparent material. Illuminating the "information key" located in the middle of the sweeping curve of the dashboard, a green light strip glows discreetly to create a cozy and pleasant mood at night and add to the light and airy feeling of the interior.

Featuring a mini-display and memory, the "information key" communicates with the audio, car navigation, dealer servicing information and other on-board systems. When inserted into its bay in the center of the dashboard, the information key enables operation of a number of applications and functions. The memory card enables the owner to share audio and other data with his computer at home and select functions and information as and when required. This light-on-space system is easy on the eye as well as being easy and fun to operate.

Packaging

A new platform locates the engine under the rear seats to give "i" levels of living space, ride comfort and handling well above its compact, slightly larger than Kei-class (Japanese minicar category) dimensions. Powertrain "i" realizes ultra-low fuel consumption with a new gasoline engine mated to an advanced continuously variable transmission and using the Mitsubishi Smart Idling System-an automatic stop-start feature which switches the engine off when the car is stationary.

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