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Mitsubishi Confirms UK Return in Summer 2026

International Motors will handle distribution in the UK, using more than 100 existing sites to restart sales.

Overview

  • New-car sales are scheduled to resume next summer after Mitsubishi's 2020–21 withdrawal and subsequent aftersales-only presence.
  • International Motors has been appointed importer and distributor for the relaunch.
  • Mitsubishi is preparing its nationwide aftersales network of more than 100 locations to operate as retail and service hubs, with retailers now in training.
  • The UK range will be drawn from Mitsubishi’s global lineup, with reporting indicating a focus on SUVs, crossovers and plug-in hybrid four-wheel-drive technology.
  • Media coverage suggests the Outlander PHEV is likely to be the first model to arrive, though Mitsubishi has not confirmed specific vehicles, pricing or specifications.