Mitsubishi Motors Reports September 2005 U.S. Sales

CYPRESS, Calif., Oct. 3, 2005 -- Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc., (MMNA) today reported total September 2005 U.S. sales of 9,054 units, two percent down from this time last year. The month was highlighted by outstanding sales performance of the all-new 2006 Eclipse, which had the best sales month this year.

"September sales were steady, with Eclipse continuing to lead the way," said David Schembri, executive vice president of sales and marketing at Mitsubishi Motors North America. "Despite some tough economic challenges, people are rediscovering our product lineup which now includes the Raider truck. Additionally, our new Gas Comes Standard program for 2005 models has proven that it's highly relevant for consumers and will assist in driving sales moving forward -- so much so that we're extending the program to select 2006 models, including the Galant and Endeavor."

The Eclipse led the month's successes as the volume leader at 2,496 units, up seven percent from last month and 193 percent from last year. The Endeavor also fared well this month with 1,592 units sold -- up 17 percent from last month and 29 percent from last year.

Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc., (MMNA) is responsible for all manufacturing, finance, sales, marketing, research and development operations of the Mitsubishi Motors Corporation in the United States. Mitsubishi Motors sells coupes, convertibles, sedans and sport utility vehicles through a network of approximately 570 dealers. For more information, contact the Mitsubishi Motors News Bureau at (888) 560-6672 or visit media.mitsubishicars.com.