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Mitsubishi Motors will Reveal Next-Generation Sedan Concept Car

29 December 1999

At Detroit, Mitsubishi Motors will Reveal Next-Generation Sedan Concept Car Along With 2001 Eclipse Spyder, Montero    

 Automaker Announces Introductions at North American International Auto Show

    CYPRESS, Calif., Dec. 29 -- Mitsubishi Motor Sales of
America, Inc. (MMSA) announced plans for the world debut of its SSS concept
vehicle at the North American International Automobile Show in Detroit on
Tuesday, January 11, 2000, 12:00-12:50p.m. in Cobo Hall.  Also receiving its
world premiere is the all-new 2001 Eclipse Spyder, while the 2001 Montero
luxury SUV makes its North American debut.
    (Photo:  http://www.newscom.com/cgi-bin/prnh/19991229/LAW002 )
    The SSS concept vehicle is the next generation in Mitsubishi Motors' theme
of "Geo-Mechanical" design.  This vehicle combines style, comfort and
fun-to-drive characteristics of a sport sedan with the packaging flexibility
and enhanced seating position of a sport utility vehicle.  As an example of
how it accommodates active lifestyles, the interior of the SSS can carry two
full-size mountain bikes standing up.  Earlier "Geo-Mechanical" concept cars
on display in Detroit include the SSU sport utility and the SST, which reached
production as 2000 Eclipse sport coupe and the 2001 Eclipse Spyder
convertible.
    The 2001 Spyder adds the bonus of a fully lined, power-operated
convertible top to all the performance, styling and fun-to-drive benefits of
the completely new 2000 Eclipse sport coupe is known for.  Designed from the
ground up as a convertible, the rigidity of the Eclipse Spyder has
dramatically improved for the 2001 model.  In addition to a standard 5-speed
manual transmission, the Eclipse Spyder can be ordered with Sportronic(TM)
automatic transmission with "manumatic" shifting and the available 3.0-liter,
24-valve V6 engine (GT version).  It will be available in Mitsubishi Motors
dealerships starting in March 2000.
    The full size 2001 Montero luxury sport utility features an all-new
exterior and interior design, and is the only SUV in the U.S. market combining
the following features in one package: monocoque construction for on- and
off-road prowess; 4-wheel independent suspension; a rugged low-range 4WD
system; and Mitsubishi's Sportronic(TM) five-speed automatic transmission
system for "manumatic" shifting.  The 2-time winner of the grueling Paris-
Dakar Rally also has a flexible interior design to allow seven-passenger
versatility.  Montero goes on sale in early spring 2000.
    Mitsubishi Motor Sales of America, Inc. was established in 1982 by
Mitsubishi Motors Corporation, Tokyo, and markets a full line of vehicles,
including coupes, convertibles, sedans and sport utility vehicles.  Their
website is located at mitsubishicars.com.