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Compact SUV Mitsubishi ASX Facelift Introduced

Published on Thursday, May 23, 2013 in


Sources: MMM

Mitsubishi Motors Malaysia (MMM), the official distributor of Mitsubishi Motors vehicles in Malaysia, has officially launched the new ASX facelift today. This stylish compact SUV now comes with a refreshed exterior incorporating a new front grille design. 

Compact SUV ASX facelift
Compact SUV ASX facelift

What’s more, the latest Mitsubishi ASX adds on panoramic glass roof, auto rain and light sensors, GPS Navigation with Bluetooth and iPod connectivity as standard features to enhance driving comfort and convenience. 

ASX now comes with panoramic glass roof
ASX now comes with panoramic glass root

Priced at RM 139,981.50 on the road without insurance, the ASX is obtainable in four colours – White Pearl, Titanium Grey, Black Mica and Red Metallic.

Other standard equipment in the ASX includes keyless entry with push-start operation, auto retractable side mirrors, auto cruise control, leather seats, automatic air conditioning , 17” alloy rims, paddle shifters, cruise control, coloured LCD Multi-Info Display and a 2-DIN touch screen entertainment system. To aid parking and reversing, the ASX comes with both front and rear sensors as well as a rear view camera.

ASX Main Shot
For optimum performance, the ASX is equipped with 2.0-litre 16-Valve inline-4 DOHC MIVEC (Mitsubishi Innovative Valve timing Electronic Control), as well as INVECS-III CVT transmission with 6-step sports mode that’s quiet, efficient and eliminates the harshness and power lag of a conventional gear changes.
It is capable of a maximum output of 150 PS at 6,000 rpm, with a maximum torque of 197 Nm at 4,200rpm.

Interrior of the ASX facelift
Interrior of the ASX facelift

The ASX is the most fuel efficient compact SUV in its class boasting 13.2km/liter (tested and verified by Paultan.org) making it an ideal ride who those who are always on the move. It has a lightweight chassis frame of 1,375kg and aluminum block engine of low co-efficient drag of 0.33 due to its aerodynamic body shape and design. Its MIVEC engine controls the timing and duration of the intake and exhaust cam shafts for optimal performance across the rev range.

For safety purposes, the ASX comes with standard Active Stability Control (ASC) and Hill Start Assist (HSA) – to make it easy to start off on a steep uphill slope by preventing the vehicle from rolling backward. 

The ASX also comes with Anti-Lock Braking System (ABS), Electronic Brake Force Distribution (EBD), pretensioners and force limiters seatbelts as well as dual-stage SRS airbags plus a driver’s knee airbag. 

Mitsubishi Motors Malaysia has also made available a range of optional accessories for the new ASX. Owners can now also choose to further differentiate their new ride from the rest with three different packages as offered below: 

Package
Accessories
Price(RM)
Package 1
Front Corner Extension with Daytime Running Light, Front Under Cover, Rear Under Cover, Side Wind Deflector and Large Rear Spoiler
4,599
Package 2
Rear Bumper Plate, Chrome Plated Door Mirror Cover, Tailgate Protector, Scuff Plate
1,799
Package 3
Shift Knob, Side Tray Lid, Luggage Mat, Luggage Net
899

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New Triton Heavy Duty Introduced

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TOUGH, RELIABLE and DURABLE to get any job done better and faster


Mitsubishi Motors Malaysia (MMM), the official distributor of Mitsubishi Motors vehicles in Malaysia, has officially launched the new Triton Heavy Duty (2.8-litre diesel 4×4 Double Cab) today.

New Triton Heavy Duty
New Triton Heavy Duty

Built to withstand the harshest conditions, the Triton Heavy Duty comes with a reliable powertrain, 2.8-liter non-direct injection and non-turbo diesel engine which produce a maximum output of 97 PS at 4,000 rpm, with a maximum torque of 198 Nm at 2,000rpm.

The Triton Heavy Duty also comes with mud-terrain tyres with 16” light alloy wheels as standard equipment ready for off-road operations.

Comes with mud-terrain tyres
Comes with mud-terrain tyres


Applicable for commercial registration only, the Triton Heavy Duty is priced at RM 72,037.60* on-the-road without insurance. The affordable and fully imported Triton Heavy Duty is available in White Solid. Owners get to enjoy a 3-year/100,000 km warranty as well as Mitsubishi’s 2-Years free maintenance package (*Terms & Conditions apply). *Sabah: RM 73,832.60 Sarawak: RM 73,798.60


The non-direct injection and non-turbo diesel engine of 2.8L is able to accept lower grade fuel which is commonly found in remote areas and construction sites.  In addition, its tough drive terrain comes with Heavy Duty Suspension (gas-type shock absorbers) which increases vehicle stability on rough terrain. 


That’s not all, the 5-speed manual transmission Triton Heavy Duty has its power channelled to the wheels via Mitsubishi’s Easy Select 4WD system which allows the driver to ‘shift on the fly’ from 2WD to 4WD at speeds of up to 100km/h. 


For convenience, the Triton Heavy Duty comes with a remarkably tight 5.9m turning radius that gives drivers the ability to maneuver through tight spaces with ease. 

Tough, Reliable and Durable to get any job done
Tough, Reliable and Durable to get any job done


As part of the standard safety features, the Triton Heavy Duty is equipped with Anti-Intrusion brake pedal, collapsible steering as well as Mitsubishi Motors’ rigid RISE (Reinforced Impact Safety Evolution) body structure.


In addition of the Heavy Duty variant, the Triton full range now consists of the Triton Single Cab, Triton VGT 2.5-litre 4×4 Automatic, 2.5-litre 4×4 Automatic and Manual, Triton LITE Turbo 2.5-litre 4×2 Manual. 

Sources: MMM