Mitsubishi Zinger

Mitsubishi Zinger

Manufacturer	Mitsubishi Motors China Motor Corporation
Also called	Mitsubishi Fuzion Soueast Zinger
Production	2005–present
Assembly	Taiwan (2005–present) China (2007) Philippines (2007-present)
Class	MPV
Body style	5-door hatchback
Engine	4G64 2.4 L straight-4 4G69 2.4 L straight-4
Transmission	4-speed auto 5-speed manual
Wheelbase	2,720 mm (107.1 in)
Length	4,585 mm (180.5 in)
Width	1,775 mm (69.9 in)
Height	1,790 mm (70.5 in)
Related	Mitsubishi Challenger Mitsubishi Triton

The Mitsubishi Zinger is a MPV designed by Mitsubishi Motors in conjunction with the China Motor Corporation, based on the chassis of the Mitsubishi Challenger, and sold in Taiwan from December 24, 2005.^[1] The name derives from a "person or something full of energy and vitality".^[1] Since June 2007 it has also been marketed in the Philippines as the Mitsubishi Fuzion, as the company claims it "merges together the best characteristics of [three] vehicles, the sporty character and ruggedness of an SUV, the spaciousness and versatility of a van, and riding comfort of a passenger car".^[2]

The first month's sales were 2,285, substantially exceeding the 1,200/month initial target.^[1] The companies planned to expand into mainland China in the second half of 2007 when a joint-production venture between CMC and South East (Fujian) Motor Co., Ltd. came onstream.^[1]

The 4-speed automatic model engine was replaced by a 4G69 MIVEC-equipped version at the end of 2008, in order to meet new emissions standards.^[3] The 5-speed manual model still use the 4G64 engine.

References

1. ^ ^{a b c d} "Orders for new model off to fast start in Taiwan", Mitsubishi Motors press release, January 23, 2006
2. ^ "Mitsubishi Motors Launches the Fuzion Sport Wagon", Mitsubishi Motors Philippines press release, June 29, 2007
3. ^ Tiger, Zhang (2008-09-11). "MIVEC引擎上身，Mitsubishi Zinger小改款正式發表" (in Chinese). MSN Autos. http://auto.msn.com.tw/news_content.aspx?sn=0809110006.