Mitsubishi RVR

"Mitsubishi ASX" redirects here. For the 2001 concept vehicle, see Mitsubishi Outlander.

Mitsusbishi RVR

Manufacturer	Mitsubishi Motors
Production	1991–2002, 2010-present
Class	Compact MPV Mini SUV

The Mitsubishi RVR is the name of two unrelated vehicles produced by Mitsubishi Motors, a compact MPV between 1991 and 2002, and a compact crossover which was introduced in 2010.

First Generation (1991–1999)

First generation

Manufacturer	Mitsubishi Motors
Also called	Mitsubishi Space Runner Mitsubishi Expo LRV Eagle Summit LX Plymouth Colt Vista
Production	1991–1999
Assembly	Okazaki, Aichi, Japan
Predecessor	Mitsubishi Chariot
Successor	Mitsubishi Space Star
Class	Compact MPV Mini SUV
Body style(s)	4- or 5-door MPV
Layout	Front engine, front- or four-wheel drive
Engine(s)	1.8 L, 2.0 L, 2.4 L
Transmission(s)	5-speed manual 4-speed automatic 4-speed INVECS semi-auto
Wheelbase	2,520–2,550 mm (99.2–100.4 in)
Length	4,290–4,480 mm (168.9–176.4 in)
Width	1,695–1,740 mm (66.7–68.5 in)
Height	1,625–1,730 mm (64.0–68.1 in)
Curb weight	1,380–1,570 kg (3,042–3,461 lb)
Related	Mitsubishi Lancer Mitsubishi Chariot Mitsubishi Mirage Eagle Summit Wagon

The first RVR is a compact MPV, manufactured between 1991 and 2002. It was known as the Mitsubishi Space Runner in Europe and Mitsubishi Expo LRV in the United States, while export markets in Asia and Oceania used the original Japanese name. The RVR was also sold by Chrysler as the Dodge/Plymouth Colt Vista and Eagle Summit Wagon captive imports in North America.

The top models in certain markets used the drivetrain of the first Mitsubishi Galant VR-4; the 4G63T 2.0 L 16V DOHC turbo straight-4 mated to either a four-speed auto or a five speed manual. Open front and rear differentials were used. Power output was rated at 170–184 kW (231–250 PS; 228–247 hp).

Second Generation (1997–2002)

Second generation

Production	1997–2002
Class	Compact MPV Mini SUV

The second generation was introduced in 1997.

Third Generation (2010–present)

Third generation

Manufacturer	Mitsubishi Motors
Also called	Mitsubishi ASX Mitsubishi Outlander Sport
Production	2010–present
Class	Compact crossover
Body style(s)	4- or 5-door MPV
Layout	Front engine, front- or four-wheel drive
Engine(s)	1.6, 1.8, or 2.0 L I4
Transmission(s)	5/6-speed manual 6-speed CVT
Wheelbase	2,670 mm (105.1 in)
Length	4,295 mm (169.1 in)
Width	1,770 mm (69.7 in)
Height	1,615 mm (63.6 in)
Related	Mitsubishi Lancer Mitsubishi Outlander

The third generation RVR is a compact crossover vehicle, first released in the Japanese domestic market on February 17, 2010. In Europe and Australia it is sold as the Mitsubishi ASX (an abbreviation of "Active Sports Crossover"),and as the Mitsubishi Outlander Sport in the United States. In Canada it is sold as the Mitsubishi RVR, while in Puerto Rico it keeps both the ASX and Outlander Sport titles as well. It is based on the design of the Concept-cX prototype first exhibited at the 62nd Frankfurt Motor Show in July 2007. It was also exhibited at the 40th Tokyo Motor Show in September the same year.

Mitsubishi ASX

The Asian RVRs are powered by the 4B10 1.8 litre gasoline engine mated to an INVECS-III continuously variable transmission. North American, Singaporean, Chinese, Malaysian, Philippine and Australian vehicles will get the larger 4B11 2.0 L, while the European ASX will use a new 4A92 1.6 litre gasoline engine. In Europe and also Australia while be avalaible the 4N13 1.8 L direct-injection turbodiesel engine. The whole range of petrol engines - volume 1.6 l (capacity of 117 hp), 1.8 l (140 hp) and 2.0 (150 hp) will be offered in the Russian and Ukrainian market. A front drive vehicle with the engine of 1.6 l will be equipped with mechanical transmission and with the engine of 1.8 l and 2.0 l in the all-wheel drive version – with a variable speed case with Sports mode.

Mitsubishi has concentrated on emphasizing the RVR's fuel economy and low emissions, as part of the company's plan to reposition itself as a maker of smaller and more efficient cars, in contrast to its previous successes building large SUVs. The vehicle is both eligible for an eco-car tax reduction in Japan, and Euro-5 compliant in Europe.

The European ASX will be exhibited at the Geneva Motor Show in March 2010, while the North American Outlander Sport/RVR was revealed at the 2010 New York International Auto Show.

External links

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Mitsubishi RVR

• Feb 1991: RVR, Mitsubishi Motors Web Museum
• Mitsubishi RVR specs, English.auto.vl.ru website
• Review of 1993 Expo LRV at the Orlando Sentinel