Mitsubishi Dion
| Mitsubishi Dion | |
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| Overview | |
| Manufacturer | Mitsubishi Motors |
| Production | 2000–05 |
| Assembly | Mizushima plant, Kurashiki, Okayama |
| Body and chassis | |
| Class | Compact MPV |
| Body style | 5-door Smart Utility Wagon |
| Powertrain | |
| Engine | 2.0 L I4 1.8 L GDI I4 2.0 L GDI I4 |
| Transmission | INVECS-II 4-speed semi-auto |
| Dimensions | |
| Wheelbase | 2,705 mm (106.5 in) |
| Length | 4,460 mm (175.6 in) |
| Width | 1,695 mm (66.7 in) |
| Height | 1,650 mm (65.0 in) |
| Curb weight | 1,380–1,460 mm (54.3–57.5 in) |
The Mitsubishi Dion was a compact MPV produced by Japanese automaker Mitsubishi Motors. Following its exhibition at the 1999 Tokyo Motor Show, it was introduced on January 25, 2000 priced from ¥1,598,000–1,848,000, it was built on a stretched Lancer/Mirage platform, with seven seats in a 2–3–2 configuration. The name was derived from Dionysus, the Greek god of wine and joy.
A facelifted Dion was launched in Japan in May 2002.
The company's initial sales target for the car was 4,500 in the first month, a figure exceeded by 1,000 after the first two weeks.
(Sources: Facts & Figures 2000, Facts & Figures 2005, Facts & Figures 2007, Mitsubishi Motors website)
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