Mitsubishi ASX or also known as RVR in Japan has been release into Malaysia by Mitsubishi Motors Malaysia (MMM) in the fourth quarter of 2010. ASX a compact crossover vehicle in Malaysia is a fully imported CBU (Completely Built Up) from Japan which characteristic as a sedan with an overview on a SUV. Façade of ASX appears almost alike as the previous model release by MMM, the Mitsubishi Lancer however size of ASX the Active Sporting Crossover has brought up a different character in it. Overall of ASX size is developed in smaller size comparing to usual SUV, this new model of crossover from Mitsubishi offers wide dimension of space if compares to a compact vehicle has developed a reputation of ASX as a Smart Sized vehicle.
Engineered Similarly in Power but Diverse in Size
Built-in with an engine similarly as Mitsubishi Lancer, the 4B11 engine is an inline 4 cylinder DOHC (Double Overhead Camshaft) 16-valve MIVEC (Mitsubishi Innovative Valve timing Electronic Control system) engine with displacement of 2.0 liter (1,998cc) is initially developed under a joint venture of GEMA (Global Engine Manufacturing Alliance). Featured with aluminum engine block which lighten its weight and technology wise of VVT (Variable Valve Timing) system is integrated to assist ASX in producing high power and torque output over a broad engine speed range. As the engine utilized in ASX and Lancer is similar, power produce is slightly lower as Lancer capable to produce 155 hp and 199 Nm torque, but ASX only able to produce 149 hp and 197 Nm. 4B11 engine employed also boost a max speed of 190 km/h in Mitsubishi ASX.
Comfort of Transmission
In Malaysia, Mitsubishi ASX is introduced in auto transmission mode and built as a front wheel drive vehicle, 2WD (2 wheel-drive) since ASX is initial as an urban crossover and assembled in lacking of off road pretensions. INVECS-III (Intelligent & Innovative Vehicle Electronic Control System) gearbox, a category of CVT (Continuously Variable Transmission) offers efficiency, quietness and diminishing the harshness and power lag of traditional gear shift. In creating a convenience gear shifting, a magnesium paddle shift is positioned on its steering to benefit driver in handiness on changing gear by just placing its hand on the steering. Equipped with a 6-step sport mode provides a sporty ride with a manual like driving experience.
Active & Passive Safety Attributes
On safety, this sporty crossover offers several technology systems and incorporated with equipments to ensure safe in driving and provides protection to occupants. In technology wise, system such as HSA (Hill Start Assist) system, ASC (Active Stability Control) system, and ABS (Anti-lock Braking System) along EBD (Electronic Brake-force Distribution) system is built in ASX.
- HSA System – benefiting in easily start on uphill slope and preventing vehicle in going backward while on uphill slope. The system is applied during hilly terrain is detected and brake-force is automatically applied to maintain the steadiness until vehicle is accelerated.
- ASC System – Engine output is automatically control in perfect balance and braking power is also applied to appropriate wheels as to maintain the stability and smooth control. The system utilized onboard sensors to evaluate motion or traction, later on identify the wheel slippage.
- ABS & EBD System – Firstly the ABS assist in preventing individual wheels from locking up during full force braking and offers great control while braking. Next the EBD system employed with purpose to reduce the braking distance by electronically tune braking force along front and rear axles which offers appropriate brake distribution through the wheels.
Equipment such as dual SRS (Supplement Restraint System) airbags and 3-point ELR (Emergency Locking Reactor) seatbelts is incorporated with pre-tensioner and force limiters are offer in Mitsubishi ASX. Airbags is provided to the driver and front passenger to protect and reduce injuries during accident. Knee airbag is also available to driver as a supplement safety to the driver. 3-point ELR seatbelts built-in ASX as it provides excellent degree of collision safety and pre-tensioner purposed to pull or reel back seatbelts automatically as collision is aware and force limiters will release seatbelts in slow motion as to reduce risk in injuries. Suspension developed in ASX also benefited in the safety purpose as MacPherson struts positioned front and multi-link suspension placed on its rear, both built with stabilizer bars is tuned for high level of agility and stability. Other than all mentioned this sporty urban crossover is structured with stiff RISE (Reinforced Impact Safety Evolution) body which offers strong protection to passengers and driver as it employs strategic front and rear crumple portions to absorb and disperse impact. High tensile steel in developing the body of ASX also provides the strength without having a heavy weight body.
Designed with Function
The brand new crossover introduced by MMM has a smart size reputation as the dimensioned of ASX has the length of 4,295mm, height of 1,815mm, 1,770mm in width and the wheelbase of 2,670mm which built in this compact SUV. Design of ASX is developed with aerodynamic purpose with imaging of an urban and fashionable style in a compact SUV. CD (Coefficient Drag) of 0.33 is present by the silky aerodynamic offered as the lowering of its rear roof edge which perfected in aerodynamic of air-flow combines with the smoothening of under floor of ASX that also provides the aerodynamic feature. Front portion of ASX is designed with a ‘jet fighter’ front grille and assertive headlamps as the trademark of Mitsubishi. Prominent design lines on ASX sides and smooth curve roof lines carved on to ASX developed a sporty dynamic image on it.
Sporty and Dynamic Exteriorize but Luxurious Interiorize
Internally of this sporty crossover from Mitsubishi is build with deluxe features, thanking to the leather seats offered and also certain area wrapped up with black colored leather such as its tilt, telescopic steering wheel and gear knob. Apart from leather materials, stylish cabin and equipment provided in ASX also contributed on its luxurious. A Double DIN LCD touch screen with ICE (In Car Entertainment) system and provided in visualizing rear view as a reverse camera is available for safety purpose during maneuvering in reverse mode due to height of ASX. Information display is presented on a full color LCD multi information system is displayed conveniently on info such as fuel, average fuel consumption, trip, total distance, temperature outside vehicle and status of vehicle. Exclusive is shown by its silver frame meters with digits in it is illuminated in white. Other equipment such as USB ports, keyless entry and automatic air-conditioner is also available in ASX.
Further Up in ASX
Mitsubishi ASX has a fuel tank capacity of 63 liters, runs under a fuel system benefited by its 4B11 engine, ECI-MULTI (Electronic-Controlled multi-point fuel Injection) system assisted in curbing fuel consumption of this compact SUV, and making 7.7 liters for a 100km. Carbon dioxide emission releases by ASX is categorize in nature loving as it releases 181 gram of carbon dioxide per kilometer. Eco-friendliness is benefited by the aerodynamic design adding the fuel system employed. Next on its luggage volume capacity, the compactness of ASX capable to fit up a 442 liters capacity without flipping down its rear seats which making ASX a perfect vehicle for a family that are seeking for sedan agility and SUV utility because ASX is built with both purposed. MMM introduced Mitsubishi ASX into Malaysia with 5 various designed colors such as the Kwasemi Blue which is the signature of ASX, Black Mica, Titanium Gray, Red Metallic and White Pearl. Pricing of Mitsubishi Active Sporty Crossover in Malaysia is starting from RM136, 000.
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