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Mitsubishi Confirms 2026 Launch of Electric SUV for North America

The compact crossover, based on Nissan's third-generation Leaf platform, marks Mitsubishi's return to the EV market after nearly a decade.

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Overview

  • Mitsubishi will re-enter the North American electric vehicle market in summer 2026 with a compact crossover SUV, its first fully electric model since 2017.
  • The new EV will be built on Nissan's CMF-EV platform, which also underpins the latest Nissan Leaf and Ariya SUV, offering potential for significant range capabilities.
  • This launch is a key part of Mitsubishi's Momentum 2030 strategy, which includes the rollout of a new or significantly updated vehicle every year through 2030.
  • The compact crossover will expand Mitsubishi's U.S. lineup, joining its existing range of internal combustion, hybrid, and plug-in hybrid vehicles.
  • Detailed specifications, including the name, battery size, and pricing, are yet to be announced, but the vehicle is expected to feature Tesla's NACS charging port for compatibility with Supercharger networks.