We here at Hickory Mitsubishi are still waiting for the 2012 Mitsubishi i to arrive on our lot, but many a dealership up in Canada is already experiencing the incredible fuel savings that the vehicle offers. More specifically, Mitsubishi has released their first all-electric vehicle north of the border, and it's already taking off.

The first lucky customer to grab a Mitsubishi i was none other than a true green techie named Ross Redman. The Manitoba claims that he already owns quite a few electronic devices that could be described as "green" in nature, and that this latest one (the electric car) will complete his green arsenal.

Aside from its incredible MPGe rating of 126 city/ 99 highway, there are a number of other reasons why drivers like Redman are turning to the Mitsubishi i. For instance, the vehicle is a sleek five-door hatchback that can seat for adults comfortably. Then there's the smooth ride that it carries, with a top speed of 130 km/h (about 75-80 mph). Meanwhile, drivers who are used to shorter EV driving ranges will be pleased to hear that the Mitsubishi i racks up an impressive 155 Km (about 90 miles) on a single charge.

It goes without saying that we here at 1775 Catawba Valley Blvd SE Hickory, NC 28602 are thoroughly impressed with the Mitsubishi i. However, the most jaw-dropping accolade of the yet-to-be-released EV is the fact that it was the winner of 'Fuel Economy Leaders: 2012 Model Year' by the EPA annual Economy Guide.

It's hard to imagine that the makers of performance-driven models like the Mitsubishi Lancer, Outlander Sport, and Galant could be responsible for an eco-friendly model like the i. Nonetheless, this proves that the new Mitsubishi lineup is one of the most diverse on the road today. That's why we invite you to learn more about specific models that you may be interested in by contacting us online or by phone at (866) 286-4408 today. We can answer any questions that you may have regarding specific new or used cars that we carry, and we can even arrange a test drive at your next convenience.