Mitsubishi i 660cc turbo Kei Car
Import Eligibility and Model Information
THIS PAGE IS FOR GENERAL INFORMATION ONLY – please note due to market changes we no longer source this model
There are many newer kei cars available for import which are better value. Check vehicle import options for Australia.
This cute turbo Kei car is available from Japan and is an import option not many people are aware of.
As fuel prices rise this could be a good choice for a second car to run the kids around or for city driving.
Being very easy to park and cheap to run, the Mitsubishi i could save thousands on annual fuel bills not to mention taking up virtually no space in the garage !
The innovative layout and styling of the rear-engined, five-door, four-seater proved an immediate critical and commercial success, exceeding Mitsubishi’s initial sales targets by 20 percent and winning thirteen awards in its first year.
The car will appeal to design-conscious city-dwellers who want something small (it’s shorter than a Fiat Panda by 143mm and narrower than even the new Smart forTwo by 84mm), nippy (60bhp 659cc engine) and eco-friendly (54.6mpg and 114g/km CO2).
Dec 2005 to Feb 2009 models (TQ model code) are available for import to Australia and range in price from about $9,000 to $13,000 complied.
View 3 months of past sales for the Mitsubishi i turbo Kei car.
The Mitsubishi i also comes in non turbo and 4WD but only the Mitsubishi i turbo Kei Car is SEVS eligible.
The 2009+ Mitsubishi i-MiEV (Mitsubishi innovative Electric Vehicle) is a five-door hatchback electric car, and is the electric version of the Mitsubishi i.
The i-MiEV is not currently eligible for import but is likely to be available for import in the future with import regulation changes which focus more on fuel efficient vehicles.
The tiny i-MiEV is powered by an electric motor mounted under the trunk that sends 66 horsepower and 145 lb-ft. of instant torque to the rear wheels. Power is provided by a 16-kWh lithium-ion battery located under the chassis.
In the ideal driving conditions the i-MiEV can go 62 miles on a single charge. Although Mitsubishi claims that the car can achieve a top speed of 81 mph, don’t expect it, nor the traditional zero-to-60 mph sprint, to come quickly.
The i-MiEV can be charged three ways: A standard 120-volt household outlet takes 22 hours, an optional 240-volt home charger trims that to 7 hours, while a CHAdeMO level three system like you’ll find at some public charging stations will top off 80 percent of the battery in half an hour. The CHAdeMO port has been added to the list of standard equipment for the latest model year.
Mitsubishi i 660cc Kei Car Pictures
Regarding the car.. well, what can I say.. I absolutely love it !
Styling.. The Skyline looks better in real life than any picture can show. All the curves are in the right places and that rear end is just a work of art. On top of everything, it’s just all class. I am loving all the attention I am getting. Turning heads on the street, people staring so long they don’t realise the lights have turned green, I even had someone stop at the lights then reverse to get a another look ! So many people have stopped me to ask what it is. No one can believe its “just” a Nissan.
Drive.. It’s right up there with the BMWs, Mercedes, Audis, Lexus etc. – just with more power. The ride is so smooth and quiet. Both my partner and our dog fall asleep on every drive. It is a very civilised car with power and gear change delivering with the most manners possible.
The import experience has been great (aside from the waiting). I have to thank you for being so helpful. I am very glad I finally took the leap after being on your mailing list so long. I have no hesitation about recommending your service – which is what I have been doing since. I also want to thank you for recommending the compliance workshop as they have been absolutely fantastic. Not only do they make the whole compliance experience a treat, they have done a spectacular job on the car. Recommending these guys really boosts your own reputation in this business.
I have been hearing quite a lot of horror stories about importing and compliance of late. This just makes me appreciate the service you have provided even more.
So once again, thank you. I have attached some pics of the car taken at the Great Ocean Road on the first weekend.