Mitsubishi to Display UK’s First Plug-in Commercial 4x4 Van at CENEX 2014
Sep 11, 2014
Millbrook - Following on from the highly successful launch of the plug-in Outlander passenger SUV earlier this year, the new Outlander GX3h 4Work is to make its first public appearance at CENEX 2014 Low Carbon Vehicle Event.
Designed for tough commercial assignments, the Outlander GX3h 4Work inherits the high specification cabin refinement of the passenger Outlander PHEV and the same game changing economy, low environmental impact and off-road capability. However, what sets it apart is a large and easily accessible rear payload space.
The vehicle combines electric battery and petrol power. Unlike non plug-in hybrid vehicles, the Outlander GX3h 4Work can travel substantially further on battery power – 32.5 miles - more than enough to accommodate most daily duty cycles. As such it rarely needs to visit a petrol pump. The electric driving range gives the vehicle significant environmental credentials. It emits just 44g/km of CO2 and the official combined fuel consumption figure is 148mpg. The vehicle is exempt the London Congestion Charge and qualifies for the Government’s 20% plug-in van grant. It also benefits from 100 per cent first year capital allowance, which means its cost can be set against one year’s trading profit.
The Outlander GX3h 4Work will work out at just £23,373 after deducting the Government’s plug-in van grant and reclaiming the VAT.
Mike Thomas, General Manager of Product Planning for Mitsubishi Motors in the UK, said: “The Outlander Gx3h 4Work represents a significant cost reduction for companies running fleets of vans and independent businesses that need a reliable all conditions, all weather work-horse.”
Interior refinement - The Outlander GX3h 4Work has the driving environment of a high specification passenger vehicle, with dual zone climate control, keyless entry and operation, leather steering wheel, Bluetooth and quality audio.
Exterior style – The vehicle looks smart standing on 18” alloy wheels and is available in metallic, pearlescent and solid paint finishes.
Superior driving – Super all wheel control (S-AWC) delivers incredible traction and stability by automatically adjusting power output and braking. For improved traction on slippery services, four-wheel drive is available at the push of a button. Energy regeneration paddles allow selective recovery of energy from the motion of the vehicle to the battery. Cruise control and speed limiter and rain sensitive wipers complete a formidable package.
