Mitsubishi displays its local lineup

Mitsubishi displays its local lineup

By Russell Williamson

WHILE many carmakers choose to use motor shows to display futuristic concept vehicles or high tech models from overseas affiliates, that is not the case with Mitsubishi.

With the focus on trying to sell cars, the local importer, PT Krama Yudha Tiga Berlian Motors, has chosen to display its current lineup and avoided any additional attractions.

In passenger cars, the top of the line is the V6-powered mid- sized Galant sedan.

Powered by a 2500cc 24-valve SOHC V6 engine, which produces a maximum power of 115kW, the Galant offers good performance in a stylish and distinctive package.

The four-door sedan in five-speed manual form is priced at Rp 105 million and with four-speed automatic transmission Rp 112 million.

As the company's top model, the Galant is available with all the equipment expected in this class of car, such as air- conditioning, power windows and mirrors and central locking.

Coming down in size, but not in quality or refinement, is the smaller four-door sedan 1600cc Lancer.

The Lancer has been a good investment for the company, which continues to be in the top three carmakers in Indonesia.

With plenty of space for five adults, and reasonable performance from its four-cylinder engine, the Lancer easily competes against its rival Japanese compatriot, Toyota's Corolla.

For the adventurous, these two passenger cars are joined by Mitsubishi's most expensive vehicle, the Pajero.

Priced at Rp 170 million, this full-sized four-wheel drive wagon competes in the local market with Jeep's Cherokee and Toyota's LandCruiser.

With the go-anywhere ability of its dual-range four-wheel drive system and plenty of power from a six-cylinder engine, and its car-like ride and handling, the Pajero is well at home both on or off the road.

Commercial vehicle customers are also catered for with Mitsubishi displaying its L300 pickup and the T120 minibus.