A New Mitsubishi Montero Is Coming, but Not as Soon as Expected
Key takeaways
- Mitsubishi plans to release updated or new models every year from now until March 2031 in North America, including the Montero and a new mid-size truck.
- Illustration by Avarvarii|Car and Driver Mitsubishi held a meeting on June 5 where it gave dealers a glimpse at a revamped North American lineup, according to Automotive News.
- The plan kicks off with the Eclipse Sportback, a small electric SUV that goes on sale in late 2026.
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Mitsubishi plans to release updated or new models every year from now until March 2031 in North America, including the Montero and a new mid-size truck.
Illustration by Avarvarii|Car and Driver Mitsubishi held a meeting on June 5 where it gave dealers a glimpse at a revamped North American lineup, according to Automotive News. Prototypes were shown for four new or revamped models that are expected to arrive in the United States between 2027 and 2030. The reimagined lineup includes an upgraded Outlander Trail Edition and a new Montero off-road SUV due by 2030.Mitsubishi's quest to stay competitive in North America continues—this time with tangible products, according to Automotive News. In a closed-door meeting on June 5, Mitsubishi executives gathered dealers from the United States and Canada to show proof of a new era for the company.
Details like pricing, powertrains, and the exact launch timing are still unknown, but the event solidified Mitsubishi's commitment to its Momentum 2030 plan, which is supposed to reinvigorate its North American lineup with a new or upgraded model each year until March 2031. The plan kicks off with the Eclipse Sportback, a small electric SUV that goes on sale in late 2026.