The current Mitsubishi Lancer dates back to 2007 and is long overdue for a replacement. Mitsubishi is working
on the next-gen Mitsubishi Lancer, and it will soon finalise the future model’s
design.
The latest development was revealed by Trevor Mann,
COO, Mitsubishi. Speaking to Auto Express, Mr. Mann said: “We’re going to
replace ASX, Outlander and Triton.” Then we have these two boxes: Pajero and
Lancer,” he added. Mitsubishi’s chief designer Tsunehiro Kunimoto has suggested
that the Mitsubishi e-Evolution Concept from the 2017 Tokyo Motor Show could
evolve into the next-gen Mitsubishi Lancer Sportback.
As depicted in the rendering, the next-gen
Mitsubishi Lancer hatchback could have an offbeat design. “Just because it’s
C-segment doesn’t mean it has to be a very conventional hatchback,” Mr.
Kunimoto told the British publication.
The next-gen Mitsubishi Lancer will likely ride on
the CMF-C/D platform and share components with other Renault-Nissan-Mitsubishi
Alliance falling in the same class. It is unknown whether Mitsubishi has
planned a sedan version for a wider acceptance in markets outside Europe like
the USA and China.
