Mitsubishi is set to return the Grandis nameplate, though not as the spacious MPV it once was. Instead, the new Grandis will be a rebadged version of the Renault Symbioz, aligning with the company’s strategy of leveraging Renault platforms under their alliance agreement.
The Grandis will slot above the ASX in Mitsubishi’s lineup and be available exclusively with hybrid powertrains.
Mitsubishi’s first teaser images, released through a video on YouTube, reveal design details similar to the ASX for those with a sharp eye. However, the overall silhouette and many styling cues will most likely closely resemble its donor, the Renault Symbioz.
Like its French counterpart, the Grandis will be positioned in the compact SUV segment. It will offer more interior space than the ASX but fall short of the roominess that characterized the original Grandis MPV.
Coming this fall
Mitsubishi will officially unveil the new Grandis in the summer of 2025, with a market launch planned for late autumn. The model will be produced in Renault’s Valladolid, Spain, factory as part of the industrial alliance between Mitsubishi and the French automaker (together with Nissan).
Mitsubishi has confirmed that the Grandis will be available solely with hybrid powertrains, mirroring the Symbioz lineup. This includes a 1.6-liter gasoline engine paired with an electric motor, delivering a combined output of 143 horsepower. Based on Renault’s 1.2-liter turbocharged engine, a mild-hybrid variant is also expected to join the range.
The copycat strategy aligns with Mitsubishi’s broader plan to electrify its lineup while utilizing Renault’s existing technologies while keeping costs in check. The Japanese carmaker also promises an extensive suite of advanced driver assistance systems (ADAS) and Google-powered infotainment, ensuring a modern driving experience.
Fully electric is next
The Grandis will introduce Mitsubishi’s third rebadged Renault after the ASX (based on the Renault Captur) and the Colt (a rebadged Renault Clio). Later this year, the company will step things up further and expand its lineup with a fully electric SUV, expected to be a Mitsubishi version of the Renault Scenic E-Tech Electric.
Mitsubishi plans to price the Grandis slightly higher than the Symbioz, justifying the premium with an extended warranty of eight years or 160,000 kilometers. The company expects fleet sales to account for 30% of total deliveries. After exiting the European market in 2020, Mitsubishi decided to return one year later under the condition of a Renault-based product portfolio.
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