Mitsubishi RVR

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Mitsubishi RVR
Overview
Manufacturer	Mitsubishi
Production	1991 – 2002 2008 – present
Body and chassis
Class	Compact MPV (1991–2002) Compact crossover (2008–present)

The Mitsubishi RVR is a range of cars produced by Japanese manufacturer Mitsubishi Motors from 1991 to 2002 and from 2008 to present. The first two generations were classified as compact multi-purpose vehicles (MPV), whereas the model introduced in 2008 is a compact crossover.

The RVR was Mitsubishi's Recreational Vehicle debut during the Japanese economic boom. The cars were sold at the Mitsubishi Japan dealership chain called Car Plaza. RVR is an acronym for "Recreation Vehicle Runner". In addition, the original logo had a Cyrillic Я on the first letter. It had a convenient size passenger cabin and spacious 4–5 person capacity with a youth-oriented approach. Television commercials in Japan used Bugs Bunny and Daffy Duck as spokespeople. It was also developed and released during Japan's "bubble economy", and had gained popularity due to its ease of use sliding door on the passenger side.

It was a tall wagon, off-road model that sought awareness towards "sports gear" or outdoor lifestyles to other companies, similar to an approach used for the introduction of the Honda CR-V, allowing drivers to setting their own routes, and it had an especially good sales record in the beginning, even with the decline of the RV sales boom. Unfortunately due to declining sales, it was discontinued in August 2002.

The reintroduction of the "Sports Gear" RVR nameplate is an attempt to inherit the popularity of the first generation vehicle. It was released in Japan on February 17, 2008. It does not feature a rear sliding door, due to the current perception that SUVs have conventional doors, and sliding doors are typically installed on family vehicles. The RVR logo does not use the inverted Cyrillic Я on the first letter.

The trim level that is typically used is the grade name "Sports Gear", a feature Mitsubishi is reintroducing, such as Airtrek and Grandis.

First generation

First generation
Overview
Also called	Mitsubishi Space Runner Mitsubishi Expo LRV Dodge Colt Wagon Eagle Summit Wagon Plymouth Colt Vista Wagon
Production	1991 – 1999
Assembly	Okazaki, Aichi, Japan (Nagoya Plant)
Body and chassis
Class	Compact MPV
Body style	4-door wagon
Layout	Front-engine, front-wheel-drive or four-wheel-drive
Related	Mitsubishi Chariot Mitsubishi Galant
Powertrain
Engine	Sports Gear trim package 4WD straight-4 DOHC 4G63 engine 2000cc straight-4 4D68 engine 2000cc Diesel Direct Hyper Sports Gear R trim package 4WD 4G63 engine 2000cc straight-4 DOHC X/X2 trim package 4WD straight-4 DOHC 4G63 engine 2000cc FWD straight-4 SOHC 4G93 engine 1800cc
Transmission	5-speed manual 4-speed automatic 4-speed INVECS semi-auto
Dimensions
Wheelbase	2,520–2,550 mm (99.2–100.4 in)
Length	4,290–4,480 mm (168.9–176.4 in)
Width	1,695–1,740 mm (66.7–68.5 in) (JDM vehicles at 1695mm only)
Height	1,625–1,730 mm (64.0–68.1 in)
Curb weight	1,380–1,545 kg (3,042–3,406 lb)

The first RVR, introduced February 1991, is a compact MPV, manufactured between 1991 and 2002. It was known as the Mitsubishi Space Runner in Europe and Mitsubishi Expo LRV in the United States, while export markets in Asia and Oceania used the Japanese market name. The RVR was also sold by Chrysler as the Dodge/Plymouth Colt Wagon and Eagle Summit Wagon captive imports in North America. Its "tall wagon" appearance reflected a popular appearance which found favor with many international manufacturers, which can trace their beginnings to the 1978 concept car Lancia Megagamma.

The Hyper Sports Gear R trim package in Japan used the drivetrain of the first Mitsubishi Galant VR-4; the 4G63T 2.0 L 16V DOHC turbo straight-4 mated to either a four-speed auto or a five speed manual which was not offered in North America. Open front and rear differentials were used on vehicles equipped with 4WD. Power output was rated at 170–184 kW (231–250 PS; 228–247 hp). In Japan, the RVR saw competition from the Nissan Rasheen, the Toyota RAV4, the Honda CR-V, the Subaru Forester, and the Suzuki Escudo.

1994 Mitsubishi RVR Sports Gear

The RVR was essentially a second generation Mitsubishi Chariot with a shortened chassis and sharing the components of the longer vehicle, with two rows of seats, and a tall wagon SUV equipped with a sliding door on the passenger side, similar to the Toyota Raum and Nissan Prairie. There was no door for the rear passengers behind the driver; only one sliding door was installed on the passenger side for all trim levels, and for all vehicles sold internationally. This was a different configuration from the larger Chariot in that the longer vehicle had conventional doors on both sides of the vehicle. Also, the Mitsubishi sliding door latched to a "B" pillar, whereas the Toyota and Nissan vehicles didn't. The rear windows didn't retract into the doors or body, instead they popped out at the back edge of the window. The rear windows on the longer Chariot did retract into the doors.

The fuel tank access door was installed on the right side for all versions sold internationally, however, for vehicles where the driver was on the left side, and the sliding door was on the right side, care needed to be taken to avoid opening the sliding door when fuel was being added to the fuel tank. An interlock prevented the sliding door from opening too far when the fuel filler door was open.

The standard installed fixed position rear bench seat arrangement could accommodate three persons and the seatbacks had a 50:50 split: the reclining seat backs could be folded forward, flat upon the seats, and then the seat cushion could be detached at the rear and folded up and forward towards the front seats, leaving a flat floor for large cargo items. When the entire bench was removed, the flat floor extended all the way from the back of the front seats to the rear hatchback door. The optional sliding bench rear seats could accommodate three people, with the setup allowing rear seat passengers additional leg room by sliding the entire rear seat assembly back. Depending on seating arrangements, the rear seats can then produce a large enough interior space by sliding the seats completely forward, then extending the seatbacks completely flat.

Originally installed with a naturally aspirated 2.0L/1.8L gasoline engine, it was later introduced with a diesel turbo engine model thereafter. The mid-model sports model with a detuned type of turbo engine 4G63 is also carried on the Lancer Evolution its "X3" and "Super Sport Gear" and offered an optional sliding metal sunroof. In North America, a 2.4L (2,351cc) 101 kW engine was available on FWD versions, and standard on AWD versions at least as early as MY 1993. The final and most powerful model, the "Hyper Sports Gear", was added in January 1997.

Due to platform sharing with the longer Chariot, and the benefit of development time, many of the mechanical components from past Galant contributions with new mechanism improvements, the RVR is basically reliable and robust. However, the individual is about 60,000 km Automatic Transmission capable, greet life with a plug cord about three years, would upset the sensors and around the throttle servo mechanism (such as not idling as symptoms appear), etc.

Automatic Transmission shift lock was mechanism instead of an electrical control, a unique method that deregulation was mechanically wire extending from the brake pedal. This was also the advantage of being unaffected by the battery.

• History
• February 1991 – released. Initially, three grades are available, 2WD models is "S", 4WD vehicles, "R" and "X" is set, and set the car 4AT or 5MT to grade any car.
• June 1991 – The new 1.8L engine with a "Z" is added.
• October 1992 – "Sports Gear" added. At the same time "Z" to add a diesel engine in 4WD vehicles.
• May 1993 – "1.8Z" based on a 2WD car, roof rails, grille guard, special edition models equipped with keyless entry as standard "Z Special Version" released.
• August 1993 – 3-door specifications adopted an open roof in the front seat electric "open gear" added.
• January 1994 – "1.8Z" based on the 4WD models, the special edition models with standard roof rails and front sports seats and "Special Edition" released.
• June 1994 – 2.0 "Open Gear" special edition models equipped with keyless entry and a grille guard on the base 2WD models "open gear limited" release.
• September 1994 – minor. Add a 2.0L intercooled turbo engine, turbo intercooler diesel engine was. You can also change the shape of the headlights and front bumper, the car was designed almost from the RV. Lineup "X2" and the intercooler turbo engine with "X3", "sports gear" with wide fenders and turbo "Super Sport Gear", "open gear" with wide fenders and turbo "Super Open Gear" four grades newly added.
• October 1994 – 2.0 "sports gear", based on specially designed vehicles equipped with private bars and stripes and large under guard "Wild gear 'sale.
• May 1995 – some improvements. Diesel vehicles meet the emission control (vehicle type is "Y-" from "KD-" change), and changed some of the body color.
• June 1995 – "2.0S" roof rail-based, special edition models such as the driver-side airbag-equipped version "S" on sale.
• October 1995 – special edition models, "Wild Gear" was released again. Only added a large new front grille guard.
• December 1995 – "1.8 Sport Gear" based on, roof rails, driver airbag, special edition models equipped with keyless entry, such as "Sports Gear Limited 1.8" release.
• January 1996 – special edition models, "Sports Gear Limited 2.0" and "X3 Special" on sale. The former is a 2.0 "sports gear", based on aluminum wheels with a cassette deck. The latter "X3" is equipped with a spoiler and rear spoiler and front-side based.
• May 1996 – some improvements. "Sports Gear" will be the only car 2.0L, the new "Sports gear Z" established. In addition, the driver airbag is standard on all models.
• September 1996 – "Sports Gear" based on, roof rails, keyless entry, and other special edition models employing ABS "Field Express" released.
• January 1997 – equipped with large-scale aero "Hyper Sports Gear Z" · "Hyper Sports gear R" added. At the same time, "Sports Gear", based on vehicle specifications and special features such as keyless entry ABS "sports gear V20" on sale.
• July 1997 – "Open Gear" change the specification

North America

In North America the RVR was sold by Chrysler as the Dodge/Plymouth Colt Vista Wagon and Eagle Summit Wagon captive imports in North America. These were marketed as station wagon versions of the Dodge/Plymouth Colt and the Eagle Summit, but as those cars were rebadgings of the Mitsubishi Mirage and Lancer, the cars didn't share much beyond the nameplate. These Wagons were sold in the model years 1992 through 1996 and replaced the Dodge/Plymouth Colt Vista and the Canada-only Eagle Vista Wagon, all based on the previous generation Mitsubishi Chariot. The Summit Wagon was available in DL and LX trims, as well as in a four-wheel drive (AWD) version considered a trim level of its own. It was marketed as blending the maneuverability of a small car with the roominess of a minivan with its interior offering high seating positions and removable rear seats. It was designed to attract young families with seating for five.

1992 Plymouth Colt 'Mini-Minivan'

1995 Eagle Summit DL

Second generation (1997 - 2002)

Second generation
Overview
Also called	Mitsubishi Space Runner
Production	1997 – 2002
Assembly	Okazaki, Aichi, Japan (Nagoya Plant)
Body and chassis
Class	Compact MPV
Related	Mitsubishi Chariot Grandis
Powertrain
Engine	1.8 L, 2.0 L, Mitsubishi Sirius engine 2.4 L w/GDI
Transmission	5-speed manual 4-speed automatic 4-speed INVECS semi-auto
Dimensions
Length	4,280–4,480 mm (168.5–176.4 in)
Width	1,695–1,780 mm (66.7–70.1 in)
Height	1,650–1,720 mm (65.0–67.7 in)

The second generation was introduced in 1997. This generation assumed the Chariot name, supplanting the previous RVR name, and the longer previous generation Chariot was changed to the name "Chariot Grandis", while still being the shortened model and sharing the components for reuse. The Chariot is now number three in size, the RVR is the number of looks like a minivan at 5 "GDI RVR" and No. 3 in a crossover SUV "RVR Sports Gear" was divided into two forms. Mechanisms such as sliding doors and rear seat was a long slide that is characteristic of the predecessor remain. It was not sold in North America. In Europe, this car was restyled and sold as the Mitsubishi Space Runner.

2000 Mitsubishi Space Runner GDI front view

2000 Mitsubishi Space Runner GDI front view

The model offers a significant face lift, which was done to mirror the image design of the Chariot Grandis and its brisk sales in 1999 at the time. The new set of cars with rear sliding doors was often also requested. Sports cars were slightly higher and higher gear spare tire carrier, was out in front in the second generation in off-road color, the design load and then focused on "Sports Gear Aero" is set, the young aimed to develop a focus on a new audience. Standard grades of "X" (later the "Exceed") and type of sport "sports gear" is classified into, the standard type "X" is a 1.8L gasoline engine, "Sports Gear" is a 2.4L GDI engine with a turbo engine or 2L 4G63. Vehicles installed with the 2.4 L. engine were liable for additional yearly tax charges in Japan due to the engine size exceeding the Japanese regulations concerning engine displacement, and the width of the vehicle was 1780mm. Vehicles with the smaller engines were installed in vehicles with reduced width at 1695mm so that buyers weren't liable for additional taxes. The high performance model "Sports Gear X3", came with a leather-wrapped steering wheel and shift knob with self-leveling xenon headlights, and the original seat had been an interwoven pattern image of hummingbirds.

• History
• November 1997 – Redesigned. Originally "RVR" is "X" · "X2" · "X2 Type S" 3 grades, "RVR Sports Gear" is "2.0X3" · "2.4X" · "2.4X2" was grade 3. In addition, the car 5MT "Sports Gear X3" was only.
• June 2, 1998 – "X", based on electric retractable door mirrors door handles of the same color bodies, improve the appearance of the plated front grille employs a multi-or AM / FM cassette stereo radio + speaker + 4 equipped with a keyless entry system mode "X Limited" and "X2 (4-seater specification) based on the", "X Limited" AM / FM cassette stereo radio + speaker + 4 looks or equivalent, equipped with automatic air conditioning, etc. the "X2 Limited" is added.
• January 13, 1999 – special seat cloth decorated in brown color, and produced a more upscale tone adopted mesh and aluminum wheels and woodgrain center panel, the Mitsubishi Multi-Communication System (MMCS), GDI ECO light, Automatic Climate Control, remote control electric retractable door mirrors, equipped with the highest grade and enhanced multi-mode keyless entry system, "Super Exceed" added.
• February 26, 1999 – Luggage can be stored in boxes and tool capability fishing rod case, rod magnet stand, water-repellent seat cover, handy features with hazard lights, refrigerator temperature, equipped with a portable power sport fishing with a small light The specially equipped vehicles to enjoy a "fishing gear" released.
• 12 May 1999 – "X2 limited" tilt & slide sunroof-based, voice guided navigation (MMCS), TV tuner, GDI ECO light, 15-inch alloy wheels, driver's seat armrests, roof rails as standard equipped special edition models "EXCEED SUNROOF limited" release.
• October 4, 1999 – minor. "RVR Sports Gear" is finished in impressive on-road-oriented model sporty interior and exterior refurbished Aero type "Aero" added. Change the rear sliding doors, which also features a driver seat center armrest with GDI ECO light. In addition, the existing grade "X3" only well organized, the new grade, "Aero" is added to a conventional 2WD vehicle did not set. "RVR" system is a grade "X" · "Exceed", "Super Exceed" organized in three grades. "Exceed" and "Super Exceed" along with adopting the sliding doors, interior design has been changed out. In addition, the driver's seat center armrest with GDI ECO light (the latter an "X" itself) were standard. In line with the minor, and no set of 5MT.
• July 3, 2000 – "Exceed", based on special edition models were priced $ 1,000 cheaper than the base model with standard MMCS "Navigation Limited" and "Aero Sport Gear" MMCS, based on headlamps, AM / FM full logic cassette radio, special edition models with reduced prices rise equipped with a six-speaker "Sports Gear Ltd. Aero Navi" released.
• December 1, 2000 – Rear sliding doors, sliding door power lock active, 15-inch alloy wheels, multi-mode keyless entry system, power windows with one touch safety mechanism, privacy glass, while the enhanced features such as driver's seat armrest, non-special edition models were fitted navigation system to allow users to freely choose "Exceed L" on sale.
• January 2003 – Discontinued.

Third generation (2008 - present

Third generation
Overview
Also called	Mitsubishi ASX (Europe, Latin America, Australia, China, Taiwan, Russia) Mitsubishi Outlander Sport (United States, Indonesia)
Production	2008 – present
Assembly	Okazaki, Aichi, Japan Normal, Illinois, USA Pulo Gadung, Jakarta, Indonesia Catalão, Brazil Fuzhou, China
Body and chassis
Class	Compact crossover
Body style	5-door wagon
Layout	Front-engine, front-wheel-drive or four-wheel-drive
Platform	Mitsubishi GS platform
Related	Citroën C4 Aircross Peugeot 4008 Mitsubishi Lancer Mitsubishi Outlander Dodge Caliber
Powertrain
Engine	2.0 L Mitsubishi 4B1 engine or Mitsubishi 4N1 engine w/MIVEC I4 1.8 L turbo diesel I4 2.2 L turbo diesel I4
Transmission	5/6-speed manual 6-speed automatic 6-speed INVECS-III CVT
Dimensions
Wheelbase	2,670 mm (105.1 in)
Length	4,295 mm (169.1 in)
Width	1,770 mm (69.7 in)
Height	1,625 – 1,631 mm (64.0 – 64.2 in)

The third generation RVR is a compact crossover vehicle, first released in the Japanese domestic market on February 17, 2010. In Europe, Australia, the Caribbean and Latin America it is sold as the Mitsubishi ASX (an abbreviation of "Active Sports Crossover"), and as the Mitsubishi Outlander Sport in the United States. In Canada it is sold as the Mitsubishi RVR, while in Puerto Rico it keeps both the ASX and Outlander Sport titles as well. It is based on the design of the Mitsubishi Concept-cX prototype first exhibited at the 62nd Frankfurt Motor Show in July 2007. It is a return to the original concept of offering the platform used for the longer Mitsubishi Outlander with reduced seating capacity to five people, while sharing components of the longer vehicle, demonstrating a corporate decision to return Mitsubishi to smaller, fuel efficient vehicles in favor of larger, truck-based products. It was also exhibited at the 40th Tokyo Motor Show in September the same year. In Japan, buyers must pay an additional tax due to the exterior dimensions exceeding Japanese government reguations for cars classified as "compact".

The Asian RVRs are powered by the 4B10 1.8 litre gasoline engine mated to an INVECS-III continuously variable transmission. North American, Singaporean, Chinese, Indonesian, Malaysian, Philippine andAustralian vehicles will get the larger 4B11 2.0 L, while the European ASX use a new 4A92 1.6 litre gasoline engine. In Europe and Australia the 4N13 1.8 L direct-injection turbodiesel engine will be also be available as options. The whole range of petrol engines – 1.6L (117 hp), 1.8L (140 hp) and 2.0L (150 hp) will be offered in the Russian and Ukrainian market.

Mitsubishi has concentrated on emphasizing the RVR's fuel economy and low emissions, as part of the company's plan to reposition itself as a maker of smaller and more efficient cars, in contrast to its previous successes building large SUVs. The vehicle is both eligible for an eco-car tax reduction in Japan, and Euro-5 compliant in Europe. In Australia the ASX received a 5 out of 5 star safety rating from ANCAP.

The European ASX was exhibited at the Geneva Motor Show in March 2010, while the North American Outlander Sport/RVR was revealed at the 2010 New York International Auto Show. From the summer of 2012, production of the Outlander Sport will begin in Mitsubishi's Illinois plant, for both the North American and a number of export markets.

2011 Mitsubishi ASX front view	2011 Mitsubishi ASX rear view	2011 Mitsubishi ASX 2.0L Di-D MIVEC engine
2011 Mitsubishi ASX backseat	2011 Mitsubishi ASX boot space	2011 Mitsubishi ASX frontseat
2011 Mitsubishi ASX headlights	2011 Mitsubishi ASX interior	2011 Mitsubishi ASX moonroof or sunroof
2011 Mitsubishi ASX speedometer	2011 Mitsubishi ASX taillights	2013 Mitsubishi Outlander Sport front view
2013 Mitsubishi Outlander Sport front view	2013 Mitsubishi Outlander Sport 2.0L MIVEC engine	2013 Mitsubishi Outlander Sport backseat
2013 Mitsubishi Outlander Sport boot space	2013 Mitsubishi Outlander Sport frontseat	2013 Mitsubishi Outlander Sport interior
2013 Mitsubishi Outlander Sport MMC system	2013 Mitsubishi Outlander Sport push start and stop engine button	2013 Mitsubishi Outlander Sport speedometer

Gallery

2011 Mitsubishi RVR panoramic roof

2011 Mitsubishi RVR interior

2011 Mitsubishi RVR seat

2000 Mitsubishi RVR front view	2000 Mitsubishi RVR rear view	2000 Mitsubishi Space Runner GDI front view
2000 Mitsubishi Space Runner GDI rear view	2013 Mitsubishi Outlander Sport front view	2013 Mitsubishi Outlander Sport rear view

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