
Vehicle Overview
What it is: The Mitsubishi i-MiEV is a budget-friendly electric four-door hatchback that seats up to four people. It starts around $24,000, including the destination charge, but that’s before any available tax credits. The i-MiEV has a 16-kilowatt-hour lithium-ion battery pack and an EPA-estimated range of 59 miles. Its primary competitor is the Nissan Leaf.
New for 2017
There are no significant changes.
Significant Standard Features
- 66-horsepower electric motor
- Rear-wheel drive
- LED taillights
- System emits a synthesized sound when the car is traveling at low speeds to alert pedestrians
- Battery warming system for cold climates
- Heated side mirrors
- Fog lights
- Leather-wrapped steering wheel and shift knob
- Heated front seats
- Required in every new car: front airbags, antilock brakes and an electronic stability system
Significant Available Features
- Navigation system with 7-inch touch-screen and real-time traffic updates
- LED cabin illumination
- Rear parking sensors