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.