Mitsubishi Concept XR-PHEV Evolution Vision Gran Turismo unveiled

The Mitsubishi Concept XR-PHEV Evolution Vision Gran Turismo has been released on “Gran Turismo 6”, available exclusively on PlayStation 3 as a special concept model.

In the development of this virtual model, Mitsubishi introduced their design team, Advanced Vehicle Research and Development Group, and Aerodynamic Engineering Development Group into this project in the same process they would normally follow to plan and develop real motorsports vehicles.

The styling of the car follows the basic concepts of the “MITSUBISHI Concept XR-PHEV” shown at the 2013 Tokyo Motor Show, while pouring in know-how gained from years of motorsports experience into its every detail. The result was the evolution of the concept into a stoic racing machine.

The “Athlete Form” design concept was advanced further, emphasizing the driving features aggressively. The iconic front grill is a study of next generation Mitsubishi automobiles, and the shape that forms a wedge starting from the triple diamond mark is designed in the image of an athlete at crouching position on a starting line, evoking an intense image of tension and potential.

Utilising advanced development technology from the Plug-in Hybrid EV System, the combined drive of the electric motor and petrol engine is transmitted through an 8 speed dual clutch transmission (DCT) to drive the 4 wheels. It’s drive performance is controlled precisely with the S-AWC vehicle dynamics control system that distributes the drive force optimally to the 4 wheels, producing a handling characteristic that moves the car exactly as the driver desires.

The carbon fiber reinforced plastic (CFRP) body further reduces weight and contributes to its agility, and the downforce produced by the aerodynamic form of the front and rear diffusers aids in cornering performance.