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15-05-2025
- Automotive
- The Advertiser
Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross will be reborn as an EV, but it's unlikely for Australia
The petrol and plug-in hybrid Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross is being replaced by a new, electric-only small SUV, but questions remain as to where it will be sold. Teased ahead of its September debut, the new Eclipse Cross has been developed for Europe where it'll be built by Renault. Not only will it be built by Renault in France, but it's also expected to become a restyled Scenic E-Tech – though this isn't obvious from the teasers, which show little more than the vehicle's badging and grille insert. Mitsubishi's Renault-based models have been largely limited to Europe, though the Trafic-based Express van was briefly offered in Australia and the Captur-based ASX small SUV is coming to Australia this year. Hundreds of new car deals are available through CarExpert right now. Get the experts on your side and score a great deal. Browse now. "The Eclipse Cross announced is presently only for the European market," said a spokesperson for Mitsubishi Australia. "Naturally as part of our ongoing discussions with the Alliance, we would consider it if that changes." Mitsubishi Motors Europe says the Eclipse Cross will be available with a "long-range" variant from the start of deliveries in the fourth quarter (October-December) of 2025, with a "mid-range" version to follow in 2026. The company has promised the Eclipse Cross will offer "advanced ADAS technology and cutting-edge connectivity with Google built-in". It'll be sold alongside the recently teased Grandis, which will rival the Qashqai from Alliance partner Nissan but be heavily based on the Symbioz from Mitsubishi's other Alliance partner Renault. While the Eclipse Cross will be electric-only, the Grandis will be offered only with combustion and hybrid powertrains. It's set to be revealed in July. Mitsubishi says the new vehicles are part of a renewed strategy in that market to "maximise coverage of Europe's core segments with an SUV-focused range", offering combustion, hybrid, plug-in hybrid and electric power. That European lineup, however, almost entirely consists of lightly restyled Renaults: only the Outlander exists as a vehicle developed as a Mitsubishi, with the Colt hatch and ASX, Grandis and Eclipse Cross SUVs all being Renaults. Mitsubishi does say, however, that the Eclipse Cross' design was developed "under the supervision of Mitsubishi Motors Europe Design based near Frankfurt am Main in Germany and incorporates the next generation of Mitsubishi Motors signature 'Dynamic Shield' front face". Other Renault-based Mitsubishis have been distinguished by little more than a restyled grille. The Scenic E-Tech was revealed in 2023 as an electric SUV to replace the French brand's long-running, petrol-powered small people mover. Sharing its CMF-EV platform with the Renault Megane E-Tech and Nissan Ariya electric SUVs, it measures 4470mm long, 1864mm wide and 1571mm tall on a 2785mm wheelbase. That makes it 75mm shorter, 59mm wider and 114mm lower than the outgoing Eclipse Cross on a 115mm longer wheelbase. The Scenic E-Tech offers a choice of two electric motor outputs and two different lithium-ion batteries. The base 60kWh battery powers a 125kW/280Nm electric motor and offers 430km of electric range under the WLTP cycle, while the 87kWh battery powers a 160kW/300Nm electric motor and offers 625km of range. The new Eclipse Cross would appear to overlap with Mitsubishi's upcoming electric SUV based on the Nissan Leaf, which will be offered in North America. For context, the outgoing Leaf was produced in the US, UK and Japan, though Nissan hasn't detailed full production plans for the new-generation model. "The Leaf-based future BEV… was also listed as a possibility for Oceania, and we are also discussing that vehicle and if it could fit in Australia," said the Mitsubishi Australia spokesperson. "From a BEV perspective, the Foxtron collaboration is the primary Australian focus." Mitsubishi will introduce an EV sourced from Foxtron, manufactured in Taiwan by Yulon Motor, during the second half of 2026. It's expected to be based on the Model B, a 4.3m-long small hatchback/crossover similar in size to the Renault Megane E-Tech and offering 500km of NEDC range from a 60kWh battery pack. Mitsubishi Australia was forced to withdraw the outgoing Eclipse Cross, as well as the ASX and Pajero Sport large SUV, as they didn't meet Australian Design Rule 98/00, which outlines specific performance requirements for autonomous emergency braking (AEB) systems. There's still stock of these vehicles available, since they were complied before March 1. The outgoing Eclipse Cross continues to be built for sale in markets such as Japan and North America, among others. MORE: Everything Mitsubishi Eclipse CrossMORE: Mitsubishi taps Nissan, Foxtron for EVs – Australia first in line for one of them Content originally sourced from: The petrol and plug-in hybrid Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross is being replaced by a new, electric-only small SUV, but questions remain as to where it will be sold. Teased ahead of its September debut, the new Eclipse Cross has been developed for Europe where it'll be built by Renault. Not only will it be built by Renault in France, but it's also expected to become a restyled Scenic E-Tech – though this isn't obvious from the teasers, which show little more than the vehicle's badging and grille insert. Mitsubishi's Renault-based models have been largely limited to Europe, though the Trafic-based Express van was briefly offered in Australia and the Captur-based ASX small SUV is coming to Australia this year. Hundreds of new car deals are available through CarExpert right now. Get the experts on your side and score a great deal. Browse now. "The Eclipse Cross announced is presently only for the European market," said a spokesperson for Mitsubishi Australia. "Naturally as part of our ongoing discussions with the Alliance, we would consider it if that changes." Mitsubishi Motors Europe says the Eclipse Cross will be available with a "long-range" variant from the start of deliveries in the fourth quarter (October-December) of 2025, with a "mid-range" version to follow in 2026. The company has promised the Eclipse Cross will offer "advanced ADAS technology and cutting-edge connectivity with Google built-in". It'll be sold alongside the recently teased Grandis, which will rival the Qashqai from Alliance partner Nissan but be heavily based on the Symbioz from Mitsubishi's other Alliance partner Renault. While the Eclipse Cross will be electric-only, the Grandis will be offered only with combustion and hybrid powertrains. It's set to be revealed in July. Mitsubishi says the new vehicles are part of a renewed strategy in that market to "maximise coverage of Europe's core segments with an SUV-focused range", offering combustion, hybrid, plug-in hybrid and electric power. That European lineup, however, almost entirely consists of lightly restyled Renaults: only the Outlander exists as a vehicle developed as a Mitsubishi, with the Colt hatch and ASX, Grandis and Eclipse Cross SUVs all being Renaults. Mitsubishi does say, however, that the Eclipse Cross' design was developed "under the supervision of Mitsubishi Motors Europe Design based near Frankfurt am Main in Germany and incorporates the next generation of Mitsubishi Motors signature 'Dynamic Shield' front face". Other Renault-based Mitsubishis have been distinguished by little more than a restyled grille. The Scenic E-Tech was revealed in 2023 as an electric SUV to replace the French brand's long-running, petrol-powered small people mover. Sharing its CMF-EV platform with the Renault Megane E-Tech and Nissan Ariya electric SUVs, it measures 4470mm long, 1864mm wide and 1571mm tall on a 2785mm wheelbase. That makes it 75mm shorter, 59mm wider and 114mm lower than the outgoing Eclipse Cross on a 115mm longer wheelbase. The Scenic E-Tech offers a choice of two electric motor outputs and two different lithium-ion batteries. The base 60kWh battery powers a 125kW/280Nm electric motor and offers 430km of electric range under the WLTP cycle, while the 87kWh battery powers a 160kW/300Nm electric motor and offers 625km of range. The new Eclipse Cross would appear to overlap with Mitsubishi's upcoming electric SUV based on the Nissan Leaf, which will be offered in North America. For context, the outgoing Leaf was produced in the US, UK and Japan, though Nissan hasn't detailed full production plans for the new-generation model. "The Leaf-based future BEV… was also listed as a possibility for Oceania, and we are also discussing that vehicle and if it could fit in Australia," said the Mitsubishi Australia spokesperson. "From a BEV perspective, the Foxtron collaboration is the primary Australian focus." Mitsubishi will introduce an EV sourced from Foxtron, manufactured in Taiwan by Yulon Motor, during the second half of 2026. It's expected to be based on the Model B, a 4.3m-long small hatchback/crossover similar in size to the Renault Megane E-Tech and offering 500km of NEDC range from a 60kWh battery pack. Mitsubishi Australia was forced to withdraw the outgoing Eclipse Cross, as well as the ASX and Pajero Sport large SUV, as they didn't meet Australian Design Rule 98/00, which outlines specific performance requirements for autonomous emergency braking (AEB) systems. There's still stock of these vehicles available, since they were complied before March 1. The outgoing Eclipse Cross continues to be built for sale in markets such as Japan and North America, among others. MORE: Everything Mitsubishi Eclipse CrossMORE: Mitsubishi taps Nissan, Foxtron for EVs – Australia first in line for one of them Content originally sourced from: The petrol and plug-in hybrid Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross is being replaced by a new, electric-only small SUV, but questions remain as to where it will be sold. Teased ahead of its September debut, the new Eclipse Cross has been developed for Europe where it'll be built by Renault. Not only will it be built by Renault in France, but it's also expected to become a restyled Scenic E-Tech – though this isn't obvious from the teasers, which show little more than the vehicle's badging and grille insert. Mitsubishi's Renault-based models have been largely limited to Europe, though the Trafic-based Express van was briefly offered in Australia and the Captur-based ASX small SUV is coming to Australia this year. Hundreds of new car deals are available through CarExpert right now. Get the experts on your side and score a great deal. Browse now. "The Eclipse Cross announced is presently only for the European market," said a spokesperson for Mitsubishi Australia. "Naturally as part of our ongoing discussions with the Alliance, we would consider it if that changes." Mitsubishi Motors Europe says the Eclipse Cross will be available with a "long-range" variant from the start of deliveries in the fourth quarter (October-December) of 2025, with a "mid-range" version to follow in 2026. The company has promised the Eclipse Cross will offer "advanced ADAS technology and cutting-edge connectivity with Google built-in". It'll be sold alongside the recently teased Grandis, which will rival the Qashqai from Alliance partner Nissan but be heavily based on the Symbioz from Mitsubishi's other Alliance partner Renault. While the Eclipse Cross will be electric-only, the Grandis will be offered only with combustion and hybrid powertrains. It's set to be revealed in July. Mitsubishi says the new vehicles are part of a renewed strategy in that market to "maximise coverage of Europe's core segments with an SUV-focused range", offering combustion, hybrid, plug-in hybrid and electric power. That European lineup, however, almost entirely consists of lightly restyled Renaults: only the Outlander exists as a vehicle developed as a Mitsubishi, with the Colt hatch and ASX, Grandis and Eclipse Cross SUVs all being Renaults. Mitsubishi does say, however, that the Eclipse Cross' design was developed "under the supervision of Mitsubishi Motors Europe Design based near Frankfurt am Main in Germany and incorporates the next generation of Mitsubishi Motors signature 'Dynamic Shield' front face". Other Renault-based Mitsubishis have been distinguished by little more than a restyled grille. The Scenic E-Tech was revealed in 2023 as an electric SUV to replace the French brand's long-running, petrol-powered small people mover. Sharing its CMF-EV platform with the Renault Megane E-Tech and Nissan Ariya electric SUVs, it measures 4470mm long, 1864mm wide and 1571mm tall on a 2785mm wheelbase. That makes it 75mm shorter, 59mm wider and 114mm lower than the outgoing Eclipse Cross on a 115mm longer wheelbase. The Scenic E-Tech offers a choice of two electric motor outputs and two different lithium-ion batteries. The base 60kWh battery powers a 125kW/280Nm electric motor and offers 430km of electric range under the WLTP cycle, while the 87kWh battery powers a 160kW/300Nm electric motor and offers 625km of range. The new Eclipse Cross would appear to overlap with Mitsubishi's upcoming electric SUV based on the Nissan Leaf, which will be offered in North America. For context, the outgoing Leaf was produced in the US, UK and Japan, though Nissan hasn't detailed full production plans for the new-generation model. "The Leaf-based future BEV… was also listed as a possibility for Oceania, and we are also discussing that vehicle and if it could fit in Australia," said the Mitsubishi Australia spokesperson. "From a BEV perspective, the Foxtron collaboration is the primary Australian focus." Mitsubishi will introduce an EV sourced from Foxtron, manufactured in Taiwan by Yulon Motor, during the second half of 2026. It's expected to be based on the Model B, a 4.3m-long small hatchback/crossover similar in size to the Renault Megane E-Tech and offering 500km of NEDC range from a 60kWh battery pack. Mitsubishi Australia was forced to withdraw the outgoing Eclipse Cross, as well as the ASX and Pajero Sport large SUV, as they didn't meet Australian Design Rule 98/00, which outlines specific performance requirements for autonomous emergency braking (AEB) systems. There's still stock of these vehicles available, since they were complied before March 1. The outgoing Eclipse Cross continues to be built for sale in markets such as Japan and North America, among others. MORE: Everything Mitsubishi Eclipse CrossMORE: Mitsubishi taps Nissan, Foxtron for EVs – Australia first in line for one of them Content originally sourced from: The petrol and plug-in hybrid Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross is being replaced by a new, electric-only small SUV, but questions remain as to where it will be sold. Teased ahead of its September debut, the new Eclipse Cross has been developed for Europe where it'll be built by Renault. Not only will it be built by Renault in France, but it's also expected to become a restyled Scenic E-Tech – though this isn't obvious from the teasers, which show little more than the vehicle's badging and grille insert. Mitsubishi's Renault-based models have been largely limited to Europe, though the Trafic-based Express van was briefly offered in Australia and the Captur-based ASX small SUV is coming to Australia this year. Hundreds of new car deals are available through CarExpert right now. Get the experts on your side and score a great deal. Browse now. "The Eclipse Cross announced is presently only for the European market," said a spokesperson for Mitsubishi Australia. "Naturally as part of our ongoing discussions with the Alliance, we would consider it if that changes." Mitsubishi Motors Europe says the Eclipse Cross will be available with a "long-range" variant from the start of deliveries in the fourth quarter (October-December) of 2025, with a "mid-range" version to follow in 2026. The company has promised the Eclipse Cross will offer "advanced ADAS technology and cutting-edge connectivity with Google built-in". It'll be sold alongside the recently teased Grandis, which will rival the Qashqai from Alliance partner Nissan but be heavily based on the Symbioz from Mitsubishi's other Alliance partner Renault. While the Eclipse Cross will be electric-only, the Grandis will be offered only with combustion and hybrid powertrains. It's set to be revealed in July. Mitsubishi says the new vehicles are part of a renewed strategy in that market to "maximise coverage of Europe's core segments with an SUV-focused range", offering combustion, hybrid, plug-in hybrid and electric power. That European lineup, however, almost entirely consists of lightly restyled Renaults: only the Outlander exists as a vehicle developed as a Mitsubishi, with the Colt hatch and ASX, Grandis and Eclipse Cross SUVs all being Renaults. Mitsubishi does say, however, that the Eclipse Cross' design was developed "under the supervision of Mitsubishi Motors Europe Design based near Frankfurt am Main in Germany and incorporates the next generation of Mitsubishi Motors signature 'Dynamic Shield' front face". Other Renault-based Mitsubishis have been distinguished by little more than a restyled grille. The Scenic E-Tech was revealed in 2023 as an electric SUV to replace the French brand's long-running, petrol-powered small people mover. Sharing its CMF-EV platform with the Renault Megane E-Tech and Nissan Ariya electric SUVs, it measures 4470mm long, 1864mm wide and 1571mm tall on a 2785mm wheelbase. That makes it 75mm shorter, 59mm wider and 114mm lower than the outgoing Eclipse Cross on a 115mm longer wheelbase. The Scenic E-Tech offers a choice of two electric motor outputs and two different lithium-ion batteries. The base 60kWh battery powers a 125kW/280Nm electric motor and offers 430km of electric range under the WLTP cycle, while the 87kWh battery powers a 160kW/300Nm electric motor and offers 625km of range. The new Eclipse Cross would appear to overlap with Mitsubishi's upcoming electric SUV based on the Nissan Leaf, which will be offered in North America. For context, the outgoing Leaf was produced in the US, UK and Japan, though Nissan hasn't detailed full production plans for the new-generation model. "The Leaf-based future BEV… was also listed as a possibility for Oceania, and we are also discussing that vehicle and if it could fit in Australia," said the Mitsubishi Australia spokesperson. "From a BEV perspective, the Foxtron collaboration is the primary Australian focus." Mitsubishi will introduce an EV sourced from Foxtron, manufactured in Taiwan by Yulon Motor, during the second half of 2026. It's expected to be based on the Model B, a 4.3m-long small hatchback/crossover similar in size to the Renault Megane E-Tech and offering 500km of NEDC range from a 60kWh battery pack. Mitsubishi Australia was forced to withdraw the outgoing Eclipse Cross, as well as the ASX and Pajero Sport large SUV, as they didn't meet Australian Design Rule 98/00, which outlines specific performance requirements for autonomous emergency braking (AEB) systems. There's still stock of these vehicles available, since they were complied before March 1. The outgoing Eclipse Cross continues to be built for sale in markets such as Japan and North America, among others. MORE: Everything Mitsubishi Eclipse CrossMORE: Mitsubishi taps Nissan, Foxtron for EVs – Australia first in line for one of them Content originally sourced from:
7NEWS
15-05-2025
- Automotive
- 7NEWS
Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross will be reborn as an EV, but it's unlikely for Australia
The petrol and plug-in hybrid Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross is being replaced by a new, electric-only small SUV, but questions remain as to where it will be sold. Teased ahead of its September debut, the new Eclipse Cross has been developed for Europe where it'll be built by Renault. Not only will it be built by Renault in France, but it's also expected to become a restyled Scenic E-Tech – though this isn't obvious from the teasers, which show little more than the vehicle's badging and grille insert. Mitsubishi's Renault-based models have been largely limited to Europe, though the Trafic -based Express van was briefly offered in Australia and the Captur -based ASX small SUV is coming to Australia this year. Hundreds of new car deals are available through CarExpert right now. Get the experts on your side and score a great deal. Browse now. 'The Eclipse Cross announced is presently only for the European market,' said a spokesperson for Mitsubishi Australia. 'Naturally as part of our ongoing discussions with the Alliance, we would consider it if that changes.' Mitsubishi Motors Europe says the Eclipse Cross will be available with a 'long-range' variant from the start of deliveries in the fourth quarter (October-December) of 2025, with a 'mid-range' version to follow in 2026. The company has promised the Eclipse Cross will offer 'advanced ADAS technology and cutting-edge connectivity with Google built-in'. It'll be sold alongside the recently teased Grandis, which will rival the Qashqai from Alliance partner Nissan but be heavily based on the Symbioz from Mitsubishi's other Alliance partner Renault. While the Eclipse Cross will be electric-only, the Grandis will be offered only with combustion and hybrid powertrains. It's set to be revealed in July. Mitsubishi says the new vehicles are part of a renewed strategy in that market to 'maximise coverage of Europe's core segments with an SUV-focused range', offering combustion, hybrid, plug-in hybrid and electric power. That European lineup, however, almost entirely consists of lightly restyled Renaults: only the Outlander exists as a vehicle developed as a Mitsubishi, with the Colt hatch and ASX, Grandis and Eclipse Cross SUVs all being Renaults. Mitsubishi does say, however, that the Eclipse Cross' design was developed 'under the supervision of Mitsubishi Motors Europe Design based near Frankfurt am Main in Germany and incorporates the next generation of Mitsubishi Motors signature 'Dynamic Shield' front face'. Other Renault-based Mitsubishis have been distinguished by little more than a restyled grille. The Scenic E-Tech was revealed in 2023 as an electric SUV to replace the French brand's long-running, petrol-powered small people mover. Sharing its CMF-EV platform with the Renault Megane E-Tech and Nissan Ariya electric SUVs, it measures 4470mm long, 1864mm wide and 1571mm tall on a 2785mm wheelbase. That makes it 75mm shorter, 59mm wider and 114mm lower than the outgoing Eclipse Cross on a 115mm longer wheelbase. The Scenic E-Tech offers a choice of two electric motor outputs and two different lithium-ion batteries. The base 60kWh battery powers a 125kW/280Nm electric motor and offers 430km of electric range under the WLTP cycle, while the 87kWh battery powers a 160kW/300Nm electric motor and offers 625km of range. The new Eclipse Cross would appear to overlap with Mitsubishi's upcoming electric SUV based on the Nissan Leaf, which will be offered in North America. For context, the outgoing Leaf was produced in the US, UK and Japan, though Nissan hasn't detailed full production plans for the new-generation model. 'The Leaf-based future BEV… was also listed as a possibility for Oceania, and we are also discussing that vehicle and if it could fit in Australia,' said the Mitsubishi Australia spokesperson. 'From a BEV perspective, the Foxtron collaboration is the primary Australian focus.' Mitsubishi will introduce an EV sourced from Foxtron, manufactured in Taiwan by Yulon Motor, during the second half of 2026. It's expected to be based on the Model B, a 4.3m-long small hatchback/crossover similar in size to the Renault Megane E-Tech and offering 500km of NEDC range from a 60kWh battery pack. Mitsubishi Australia was forced to withdraw the outgoing Eclipse Cross, as well as the ASX and Pajero Sport large SUV, as they didn't meet Australian Design Rule 98/00, which outlines specific performance requirements for autonomous emergency braking (AEB) systems. There's still stock of these vehicles available, since they were complied before March 1. A new ASX is due this year and a new Pajero Sport is expected at some point, with Mitsubishi having confirmed it plans to continue to have a presence in each segment it currently competes in. The outgoing Eclipse Cross continues to be built for sale in markets such as Japan and North America, among others.
Perth Now
15-05-2025
- Automotive
- Perth Now
Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross will be reborn as an EV, but it's unlikely for Australia
The petrol and plug-in hybrid Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross is being replaced by a new, electric-only small SUV, but questions remain as to where it will be sold. Teased ahead of its September debut, the new Eclipse Cross has been developed for Europe where it'll be built by Renault. Not only will it be built by Renault in France, but it's also expected to become a restyled Scenic E-Tech – though this isn't obvious from the teasers, which show little more than the vehicle's badging and grille insert. Mitsubishi's Renault-based models have been largely limited to Europe, though the Trafic-based Express van was briefly offered in Australia and the Captur-based ASX small SUV is coming to Australia this year. Hundreds of new car deals are available through CarExpert right now. Get the experts on your side and score a great deal. Browse now. Supplied Credit: CarExpert Supplied Credit: CarExpert 'The Eclipse Cross announced is presently only for the European market,' said a spokesperson for Mitsubishi Australia. 'Naturally as part of our ongoing discussions with the Alliance, we would consider it if that changes.' Mitsubishi Motors Europe says the Eclipse Cross will be available with a 'long-range' variant from the start of deliveries in the fourth quarter (October-December) of 2025, with a 'mid-range' version to follow in 2026. The company has promised the Eclipse Cross will offer 'advanced ADAS technology and cutting-edge connectivity with Google built-in'. Supplied Credit: CarExpert Supplied Credit: CarExpert Supplied Credit: CarExpert It'll be sold alongside the recently teased Grandis, which will rival the Qashqai from Alliance partner Nissan but be heavily based on the Symbioz from Mitsubishi's other Alliance partner Renault. While the Eclipse Cross will be electric-only, the Grandis will be offered only with combustion and hybrid powertrains. It's set to be revealed in July. Mitsubishi says the new vehicles are part of a renewed strategy in that market to 'maximise coverage of Europe's core segments with an SUV-focused range', offering combustion, hybrid, plug-in hybrid and electric power. That European lineup, however, almost entirely consists of lightly restyled Renaults: only the Outlander exists as a vehicle developed as a Mitsubishi, with the Colt hatch and ASX, Grandis and Eclipse Cross SUVs all being Renaults. Renault Scenic E-Tech Credit: CarExpert Mitsubishi does say, however, that the Eclipse Cross' design was developed 'under the supervision of Mitsubishi Motors Europe Design based near Frankfurt am Main in Germany and incorporates the next generation of Mitsubishi Motors signature 'Dynamic Shield' front face'. Other Renault-based Mitsubishis have been distinguished by little more than a restyled grille. The Scenic E-Tech was revealed in 2023 as an electric SUV to replace the French brand's long-running, petrol-powered small people mover. Sharing its CMF-EV platform with the Renault Megane E-Tech and Nissan Ariya electric SUVs, it measures 4470mm long, 1864mm wide and 1571mm tall on a 2785mm wheelbase. Nissan Leaf Credit: CarExpert That makes it 75mm shorter, 59mm wider and 114mm lower than the outgoing Eclipse Cross on a 115mm longer wheelbase. The Scenic E-Tech offers a choice of two electric motor outputs and two different lithium-ion batteries. The base 60kWh battery powers a 125kW/280Nm electric motor and offers 430km of electric range under the WLTP cycle, while the 87kWh battery powers a 160kW/300Nm electric motor and offers 625km of range. The new Eclipse Cross would appear to overlap with Mitsubishi's upcoming electric SUV based on the Nissan Leaf, which will be offered in North America. Foxtron Model B Credit: CarExpert For context, the outgoing Leaf was produced in the US, UK and Japan, though Nissan hasn't detailed full production plans for the new-generation model. 'The Leaf-based future BEV… was also listed as a possibility for Oceania, and we are also discussing that vehicle and if it could fit in Australia,' said the Mitsubishi Australia spokesperson. 'From a BEV perspective, the Foxtron collaboration is the primary Australian focus.' Mitsubishi will introduce an EV sourced from Foxtron, manufactured in Taiwan by Yulon Motor, during the second half of 2026. It's expected to be based on the Model B, a 4.3m-long small hatchback/crossover similar in size to the Renault Megane E-Tech and offering 500km of NEDC range from a 60kWh battery pack. Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross PHEV Credit: CarExpert Mitsubishi Australia was forced to withdraw the outgoing Eclipse Cross, as well as the ASX and Pajero Sport large SUV, as they didn't meet Australian Design Rule 98/00, which outlines specific performance requirements for autonomous emergency braking (AEB) systems. There's still stock of these vehicles available, since they were complied before March 1. A new ASX is due this year and a new Pajero Sport is expected at some point, with Mitsubishi having confirmed it plans to continue to have a presence in each segment it currently competes in. The outgoing Eclipse Cross continues to be built for sale in markets such as Japan and North America, among others. MORE: Everything Mitsubishi Eclipse CrossMORE: Mitsubishi taps Nissan, Foxtron for EVs – Australia first in line for one of them
West Australian
15-05-2025
- Automotive
- West Australian
Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross will be reborn as an EV, but it's unlikely for Australia
The petrol and plug-in hybrid Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross is being replaced by a new, electric-only small SUV, but questions remain as to where it will be sold. Teased ahead of its September debut, the new Eclipse Cross has been developed for Europe where it'll be built by Renault. Not only will it be built by Renault in France, but it's also expected to become a restyled Scenic E-Tech – though this isn't obvious from the teasers, which show little more than the vehicle's badging and grille insert. Mitsubishi's Renault-based models have been largely limited to Europe, though the Trafic -based Express van was briefly offered in Australia and the Captur -based ASX small SUV is coming to Australia this year. Hundreds of new car deals are available through CarExpert right now. Get the experts on your side and score a great deal. Browse now . 'The Eclipse Cross announced is presently only for the European market,' said a spokesperson for Mitsubishi Australia. 'Naturally as part of our ongoing discussions with the Alliance, we would consider it if that changes.' Mitsubishi Motors Europe says the Eclipse Cross will be available with a 'long-range' variant from the start of deliveries in the fourth quarter (October-December) of 2025, with a 'mid-range' version to follow in 2026. The company has promised the Eclipse Cross will offer 'advanced ADAS technology and cutting-edge connectivity with Google built-in'. It'll be sold alongside the recently teased Grandis , which will rival the Qashqai from Alliance partner Nissan but be heavily based on the Symbioz from Mitsubishi's other Alliance partner Renault. While the Eclipse Cross will be electric-only, the Grandis will be offered only with combustion and hybrid powertrains. It's set to be revealed in July. Mitsubishi says the new vehicles are part of a renewed strategy in that market to 'maximise coverage of Europe's core segments with an SUV-focused range', offering combustion, hybrid, plug-in hybrid and electric power. That European lineup, however, almost entirely consists of lightly restyled Renaults: only the Outlander exists as a vehicle developed as a Mitsubishi, with the Colt hatch and ASX, Grandis and Eclipse Cross SUVs all being Renaults. Mitsubishi does say, however, that the Eclipse Cross' design was developed 'under the supervision of Mitsubishi Motors Europe Design based near Frankfurt am Main in Germany and incorporates the next generation of Mitsubishi Motors signature 'Dynamic Shield' front face'. Other Renault-based Mitsubishis have been distinguished by little more than a restyled grille. The Scenic E-Tech was revealed in 2023 as an electric SUV to replace the French brand's long-running, petrol-powered small people mover. Sharing its CMF-EV platform with the Renault Megane E-Tech and Nissan Ariya electric SUVs, it measures 4470mm long, 1864mm wide and 1571mm tall on a 2785mm wheelbase. That makes it 75mm shorter, 59mm wider and 114mm lower than the outgoing Eclipse Cross on a 115mm longer wheelbase. The Scenic E-Tech offers a choice of two electric motor outputs and two different lithium-ion batteries. The base 60kWh battery powers a 125kW/280Nm electric motor and offers 430km of electric range under the WLTP cycle, while the 87kWh battery powers a 160kW/300Nm electric motor and offers 625km of range. The new Eclipse Cross would appear to overlap with Mitsubishi's upcoming electric SUV based on the Nissan Leaf , which will be offered in North America. For context, the outgoing Leaf was produced in the US, UK and Japan, though Nissan hasn't detailed full production plans for the new-generation model. 'The Leaf-based future BEV… was also listed as a possibility for Oceania, and we are also discussing that vehicle and if it could fit in Australia,' said the Mitsubishi Australia spokesperson. 'From a BEV perspective, the Foxtron collaboration is the primary Australian focus.' Mitsubishi will introduce an EV sourced from Foxtron, manufactured in Taiwan by Yulon Motor, during the second half of 2026. It's expected to be based on the Model B, a 4.3m-long small hatchback/crossover similar in size to the Renault Megane E-Tech and offering 500km of NEDC range from a 60kWh battery pack. Mitsubishi Australia was forced to withdraw the outgoing Eclipse Cross, as well as the ASX and Pajero Sport large SUV, as they didn't meet Australian Design Rule 98/00, which outlines specific performance requirements for autonomous emergency braking (AEB) systems. There's still stock of these vehicles available, since they were complied before March 1. A new ASX is due this year and a new Pajero Sport is expected at some point, with Mitsubishi having confirmed it plans to continue to have a presence in each segment it currently competes in. The outgoing Eclipse Cross continues to be built for sale in markets such as Japan and North America, among others. MORE: Everything Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross MORE: Mitsubishi taps Nissan, Foxtron for EVs – Australia first in line for one of them
Yahoo
24-04-2025
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2025 Q1: Group revenue at €11.7 billion driven by a strong product performance
Press ReleaseApril 24, 2025 20250424_Renault Group_Press Release_2025 Q1 revenue 2025 Q1: Group revenue at €11.7 billion driven by a strong product performance 1st quarter of 2025: Group revenue at €11,675 million, -0.3% and +0.6% at constant exchange rates1 vs. 2024 Q1. Automotive revenue at €10,128 million, -3.0% and -2.2% at constant exchange rates1 vs. 2024 Q1. Solid product mix effect at +3.7 points. Strong commercial successes: Renault Group recorded 564,980 sales in 2025 Q1, up 2.9% versus 2024 Q1. In Europe2, Group sales were up 2.8% with 402,413 units sold (PC + LCV3) strongly outperforming the market (-2.0%), driven by a very solid performance on Renault brand passenger cars. Dacia outpaced the market in Europe, with Sandero remaining #1 in sales and Bigster starting to boost orders. On International market, Renault brand has increased its sales by 11.6% supported by very strong growth in Latin America (+21.1%), Morocco (+45.5%) and South Korea thanks to the International game plan. The commercial policy remained focused on value with a retail channel mix at 58.5% of sales4, 16.8 points above market and a C-segment & above mix at 40.6% of sales5. Renault Group maintains residual values meaningfully higher than its direct competitors thanks to a holistic approach to pricing. Renault Group is pursuing its electrification6 offensive7, with a mix of electrified sales at 44.2% in Europe (+15.3 points vs. 2024 Q1), with a hybrid mix at 31.0% (+10.2 points vs. 2024 Q1) and an EV mix at 13.2% (+5.1 points vs 2024 Q1) thanks to Renault 5 E-tech, Spring and Scenic E-Tech. Renault brand posted a 61.2% electrified sales mix in Europe, up +15.0 points vs 2024 Q1 and +6.6 points vs 2024 Q4: with hybrid sales up 46.1% at 44.1% mix and EV sales up 87.9% at 17.1% mix (+6.4 points vs 2024 Q1). Renault brand was #2 in full hybrid (HEV) in Europe. Strong orderbook in Europe around 2 months of forward sales reflecting the success of our launches. Renault Group confirms its 2025 financial outlook: Group operating margin ≥7% (it includes around 1 point of estimated CAFE8 negative impact) Free cash flow ≥€2bn (including a negative impact due to RNAIPL9 R&D Capex, expected to be around €200m10) In 2025, Renault Group will launch 7 vehicles (of which Renault 4 E-Tech electric, Dacia Bigster, and Alpine A390 for Europe and a C-SUV for the international market) and 2 facelifts (Renault Austral and Renault Espace). In addition, Renault brand will introduce Grand Koleos and Kardian in new geographies. said Duncan Minto, Chief Financial Officer of Renault Group. Boulogne-Billancourt, April 24, 2025 Commercial results: First quarter highlights Renault Group recorded 564,980 sales in 2025 Q1, up 2.9% versus 2024 Q1. In Europe11, Group sales were up 2.8% with 402,413 units sold (PC + LCV12), in a market down 2.0%. Renault Group is 3rd in PC + LCV in Europe. Renault brand worldwide recorded 389,016 sales in 2025 Q1, up 6.5% versus 2024 Q1. In Europe1, the brand increased by +3.8% with 246,036 vehicles sold, in a market down 2.0%. In Europe, Renault passenger cars sales were up 17.7% and strongly outperformed a market down 0.5 %, thanks to the success of Renault 5 and hybrid vehicles combined with the continued growth in C-segment & above. Renault brand is 3rd in PC + LCV in Europe. Growth was especially high in: Spain (+38.4% versus 2024 Q1), Germany (+20.9% versus 2024 Q1), and United Kingdom (+9.2% versus 2024 Q1). Renault brand is pursuing its electrification strategy13: EV sales increased by 87.9% in 2025 Q1, versus 2024 Q1. EV mix represented 17.1% in 2025 Q1 versus 10.7% in 2024 Q1. Renault 5 E-tech is the leader on its segment in Europe14. Hybrid sales increased by 46.1% in 2025 Q1 versus 2024 Q1. The brand confirms its 2nd position in the Hybrid European market (HEV), thanks to Clio, Captur and Symbioz. C-segment and above mix represented 40.6% of passenger cars sales for Renault brand in Europe (+ 4.0 points versus 2024 Q1). On LCV, in a market down -11.8%, the brand remains 2nd in Europe despite the end of sales of Express last year (not yet fully offset by Kangoo) and the necessary timeframe required to achieve the full product diversity of new Master. In the international market, Renault brand sales increased by 11.6%, thanks to: +21.1% in Latin America thanks to Argentina (+89.3%), Colombia (+40.2%) and Brazil (+11.2%) A strong commercial performance in South Korea thanks to the success of Grand Koleos +45.5% in Morocco thanks to Clio success and Kardian launch. Dacia outpaced the market with sales up 0.6% in Europe1 versus 2024 Q1, with 154,378 units, in a market down 2.0%. Sandero is again the best-selling car across all channels in Europe in 2025 Q1, with 67,616 units sold. Duster sales increased by +11.8% with 49,941 units sold and remains the best-selling SUV for retail in Europe. Bigster embodies the Dacia offensive on the C-SUV segment. It records more than 13,000 orders in 2025 Q1, even before its arrival in the network. Worldwide, Dacia recorded sales down 2.0%, mainly due to the Duster which is now sold under the Renault brand in Türkiye to support Renault brand International game plan. Alpine recorded 2,088 registrations in 2025 Q1 (+96.4% versus 2024 Q1) thanks to A290 which is the first sporty electric hot hatch in France. In March, Alpine A110 line-up evolved with 2 new versions: A110 GTS and A110 R70, a limited series of 770 units to celebrate the 70th anniversary of Alpine. On May 27, 2025, Alpine will present the A390 in Dieppe, next to Alpine Dieppe Jean Rédélé manufacture, where the car will be produced. The future 5-seater sport fastback will be the brand's second 100% electric model. 2025 First quarter revenue Group revenue for 2025 Q1 amounted to €11,675 million, down 0.3% compared to 2024 Q1. At constant exchange rates15, Group revenue was up 0.6%. Automotive revenue reached €10,128 million, down 3.0% compared to 2024 Q1. It included -0.8 points of negative exchange rates effect (-€85 million) mainly related to the devaluation of the Brazilian Real, the Argentinean peso and the Turkish lira. At constant exchange rates1, it decreased by 2.2%. This evolution was mainly explained by the following: A negative volume effect of -2.6 points. The 2.9% increase in registrations was offset by a destocking of the independent dealer network, in line with regular seasonal patterns, but stronger over the quarter compared to 2024 Q1 (-24k units year-on-year).As of March 31, 2025, total inventories of new vehicles represented 560,000 vehicles, of which 340,000 at independent dealers and 220,000 at Group level. The restocking at Group level will allow to deliver smoothly on our product launches. Renault Group targets to reduce total inventories by the end of 2025 H1. A negative sales to partners effect of -3.5 points notably due to a high comparison basis in 2024 Q1. A positive R&D billing one-off was recorded in 2024 Q1. In addition, powertrains were sold to partners in the first quarter of last year, which no longer applies since the end of May 2024 with the deconsolidation of Horse. These two effects represent most of the negative impact. A solid product mix effect of +3.7 points, explained by the benefits of new models' ramp-up (Scenic E-Tech electric, Symbioz, Rafale, Renault 5, Grand Koleos and Duster), more than offsetting the LCV transition impact. Product mix will continue to be a key driver in the coming quarters. A stable price effect of +0.5 points, as expected, reflecting the entry into a phase of price stabilization. Renault Group aims to offset negative currency effects by pricing actions while giving a portion of its cost reduction back to its customers mostly through content. Thereby, it further supports the competitiveness of the Group's vehicles while protecting margins. A negative geographic mix of -0.7 points, mainly explained by the increase of sales in Latin America thanks to the ramp-up of Kardian and increase of sales in South Africa. A positive 'Other' effect of +0.4 points, primarily related to the solid performance in parts and accessories and recycling. Mobility Services contributed €23 million to 2025 Q1 Group revenue compared to €15 million in 2024 Q1. Mobilize Financial Services (formerly RCI Bank and Services) posted revenue of €1,524 million in 2025 Q1, up 22.3% compared to 2024 Q1, due to higher interest rates and to the increase of average performing assets (at €59.1 billion) which increased by 8.9% compared to 2024 Q1. 2025 FY financial outlook Renault Group confirms its 2025 FY financial outlook with: Group operating margin ≥7% (it includes around 1 point of estimated CAFE16 negative impact) Free cash flow ≥€2bn (including a negative impact due to RNAIPL17 R&D Capex, expected to be around €200m18) Renault Group's consolidated revenue (in million euros) 2024 2025Automotive 10,446 10,128 -3.0% -2.2% Mobility Services 15 23 +53.3% +52.8% Sales Financing (Mobilize Financial Services) 1,246 1,524 +22.3% +23.5% Total 11,707 11,675 1-In order to analyze the variation in consolidated revenue at constant exchange rates, Renault Group recalculates the revenue for the current period by applying average exchange rates of the previous period. Renault Group's top 15 markets at the end of March 2025 Year-to-date March 2025 Volumes 1 PC + LCV (in units) market share in% 1 FRANCE 132,712 26.8 2 ITALY 55,126 11.2 3 SPAIN 42,592 13.2 4 TÜRKIYE 35,607 12.9 5 GERMANY 34,950 4.8 6 UNITED KINGDOM 33,278 5.0 7 BRAZIL 29,708 5.7 8 BELGIUM+LUXEMBOURG 19,831 12.8 9 MOROCCO 18,729 38.9 10 ARGENTINA 15,493 10.1 11 SOUTH KOREA 13,598 3.5 12 ROMANIA 12,417 33.3 13 POLAND 12,286 7.7 14 PORTUGAL 10,026 15.1 15 INDIA 8,302 0.6 1-Sales excluding Twizy. Total Renault Group PC + LCV sales by brandFirst quarter First quarter 2024 2025 Change % RENAULT PC 266,861 311,111 +16.6% LCV 98,562 77,905 -21.0% PC+LCV 365,423 389,016 +6.5% RENAULT KOREA MOTORS PC 5,385 126 -97.7% DACIAPC 175,324 172,736 -1.5% LCV 2,009 1,014 -49.5% PC+LCV 177,333 173,750 -2.0% ALPINEPC 1,063 2,088 +96.4% RENAULT GROUPPC 448,633 486,061 +8.3% LCV 100,571 78,919 -21.5% PC+LCV 549,204 564,980 +2.9% Q1 2025 revenue conference Link to follow the conference at 8am CEST on April 24th, and available in replay: About Renault Group Renault Group is at the forefront of a mobility that is reinventing itself. The Group relies on the complementarity of its 4 brands - Renault - Dacia - Alpine and Mobilize - and offers sustainable and innovative mobility solutions to its in 114 countries, Renault Group sold 2.265 million vehicles in 2024. It employs more than 98,000 people who embody its Purpose every day, so that mobility brings people to pursue challenges both on the road and in competition, the Group is committed to an ambitious and value generating transformation focused on the development of new technologies and services, and a new range of even more competitive, balanced, and electrified vehicles. In line with environmental challenges, the Group's ambition is to achieve carbon neutrality in Europe by 2040. RENAULT GROUP INVESTORRELATIONS Philippine de Schonen+33 6 13 45 68 RENAULT GROUP PRESS RELATIONS Rie Yamane+33 6 03 16 35 François Rouget+33 6 23 68 07 1 In order to analyze the variation in consolidated revenue at constant exchange rates, Renault Group recalculates the revenue for the current period by applying average exchange rates of the previous period.2 ACEA European scope.3 Passenger cars and light commercial vehicles.4 Renault Group, passenger cars, France, Germany, Italy, Spain, and the United Kingdom.5 Renault brand, passenger cars, ACEA European scope. 6 Includes EV, hybrid (HEV) and Plug-In hybrid (PHEV) passenger cars, excludes Mild-hybrid (MHEV).7 Provisional data at the end of March 2025 based on the following European markets: Austria, Belgium, Czech Republic, Denmark, Estonia, Finland, France, Germany, Greece, Hungary, Iceland, Irlande, Italy, Lithuania, Luxembourg, Netherlands, Norway, Poland, Romania, Slovakia, Slovenia, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland, United Kingdom.8 CAFE: Corporate Average Fuel Economy.9 RNAIPL: Renault Nissan Automotive India Pvt Ltd.10 Considering a completion of the transaction by the end of H1 2025 (cf press release dated March 30, 2025).11 ACEA European Scope.12 Passenger cars and light commercial vehicles.13 Provisional data at the end of March 2025 based on the following European markets: Austria, Belgium, Czech Republic, Denmark, Estonia, Finland, France, Germany, Greece, Hungary, Iceland, Irlande, Italy, Lithuania, Luxembourg, Netherlands, Norway, Poland, Romania, Slovakia, Slovenia, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland, United Kingdom.14 Countries covered as of April 24th: Austria, Belgium, Czech Republic, Denmark, Estonia, Finland, France, Germany, Greece, Hungary, Iceland, Irlande, Italy, Lithuania, Luxembourg, Netherlands, Norway, Poland, Romania, Slovakia, Slovenia, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland, United Kingdom. 15 In order to analyze the variation in consolidated revenue at constant exchange rates, Renault Group recalculates the revenue for the current period by applying average exchange rates of the previous period. 16 CAFE: Corporate Average Fuel Economy.17 RNAIPL: Renault Nissan Automotive India Pvt Ltd.18 Considering a completion of the transaction by the end of H1 2025. 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