Mitsubishi Motors Australia Limited (MMAL) has announced the arrival of its all-new compact vehicle, the ASX, or Active Smart Crossover.

Available in either two- or all-wheel drive configurations, the ASX is a milestone vehicle for Mitsubishi, introducing the company's firstever diesel engined passenger vehicle to the Australian market.

"The all-new ASX will provide a logical bridge between our popular Lancer and Outlander line-ups, and ensure all our Mitsubishi customers have an even greater range of vehicles to choose from." Said MMAL's president and chief executive officer, Masahiko Takahashi

As a two-wheel drive, the ASX 2WD will be offered with a lively, fuel-efficient 110kW/197Nm 2.0-litre petrol engine that drives the front wheels through a choice of either five-speed manual gearbox or smooth stepless Continuously Variable Transmission (CVT).

The three-model lineup of ASX 2WD, ASX 4WD and ASX Aspire are all comprehensively equipped for superb comfort and convenience with the ASX 2WD designed to perfectly complement a city lifestyle. Standard features include fully automatic climate control air-conditioning with air filter, cruise control, front and rear electric windows and exterior mirrors, electric tailgate opener, AM/FM radio/CD/MP3 player with auxiliary and USB inputs, variable intermittent windscreen wipers, tilt and telescopic steering column adjustment and 16-inch alloy wheels (17-inch on the Aspire).

Masahiko Takahashi is very optimistic about the prospects for the ASX in the Australian market. "The design blueprint for the original Concept-cX was to combine the best attributes of both passenger vehicles and SUVs, and the Mitsubishi designers have nailed it.

"And our customers agree. The ASX has received terrific reviews from both Japanese and European media, and the initial sales response has been fantastic.

"This is a great vehicle - good looking, versatile, with the availability of a fantastic new diesel engine - and the all-wheel drive variants give you the opportunity to really get up and go," Takahashi said.

Mitsubishi provides its industry leading warranty on all ASX vehicles, including a comprehensive five year/130,000 km whole vehicle warranty, backed up by its 10 year/160,000 km powertrain warranty and a five year/130,000 kilometre roadside assistance package.

For more information visit: http://www.mitsubishi-motors.com.au/

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