Mitsubishi is one of the most traditional Japanese car manufacturers. It has been active for more than a century and in all this time it has gone through a thousand and one vicissitudes. So much so that a couple of decades ago it almost went bankrupt because the sector was no longer the same and they were immersed in a deep crisis. Then Nissan rescued it from that hole and today it surprises us again with models such as the Mitsubishi DST Concept that we present to you with these official photos…
This model, as expected, follows the deepest essence of the house of the three diamonds. As you well know, the firm is one of the great specialists in the Design, manufacture and sale of SUVs, all-terrain vehicles and pick-ups. And not to break with its tradition, the DST Concept is an all-terrain vehicle that will surely please customers from all corners of the world. However, although we would like to see it in Europe, its designs are much higher…
The Mitsubishi DST Concept bases its design on the “Gravitas & Dynamism” philosophy
As you can see, The design of the new Mitsubishi DST Concept is very angular and marked. The house of the three diamonds bases its look on the philosophy “Gravitas & Dynamism” that stands out for the edges of its bodywork. According to the brand in its press release, the idea of “Gravity”…
"It evokes an overwhelming presence and solidity, expressed in proportions that combine the spacious cabin, which offers enough space even for the third row of seats, with the solid stability and wide stance of an SUV»
The dynamic argument is understood from…
"represents a design full of energy and movement, expressed through its large diameter wheels and high ground clearance, which offer a high level of maneuverability and capacity as an SUV.
However, the DST stands out for the front with the “Dynamic Shield” style emblazoned on the front grille with a three-dimensional design and a honeycomb-type inner grille behind a transparent cover. The grille and its elements are integrated into the bumper, which has an air intake and trapezoidal fender in the lower area. The whole is notable for the verticality of the front end together with a very muscular and chiseled bonnet with marked ribbing.
The side view of the new Mitsubishi DST Concept stands out for the marked wheel arches and the body protections in black plastic. We cannot ignore that the brand does away with the rearview mirrors for cameras that are on very thin mouldings that reduce air friction. In addition to the alloy wheels or the light sensor that is on the doors in glossy black and the C-pillar decoration chrome and tinted glass.
Lastly, there is the rear end. It replicates many of the lines already seen on the front, such as the Full LED optics which, like the frontal ones, They are T-shaped. The upper and horizontal area are continuous while the vertical area is cut into small segments that give it more presence. We cannot forget the original black spoiler that goes over the rear window and integrates the third brake light or the attractive bumper with its diffuser.
Its interior has space for seven passengers and lots of technology…
If there is one thing that stands out about the new Mitsubishi DST Concept, it is its elaborate interior. Using simple design lines and style, along with plenty of tactile surfaces, it creates a welcoming atmosphere. The two-spoke steering wheel is new and the digital instrument panel plus central touch screen They give it a technological touch. The dashboard has horizontal lines that hide the ventilation outlets and take the rearview mirror screens to the ends.
Among the amenities it will offer are dual-zone climate control and a large panoramic glass roof that helps increase the feeling of habitability. According to Mitsubishi, the technical performance of the DST will be excellent and for this it will have different driving modes such as the "WET" program created to drive on wet or flooded roads. This is added to the Known modes Normal, Gravel and Mud that are already in your offer.
It is not expected to reach Europe…
The new Mitsubishi DST Concept has debuted at the 9th Philippine International Motor Show. This country is at the heart of the ASEAN region and is a key market for Mitsubishi. Therefore, it has been designed to give customers in this region everything they want in a versatile model with front or all-wheel drive. For now The brand does not announce its powertrain, although it will arrive in 2025 and we will soon know more..
Source - Mitsubishi
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