Mitsubishi i
A mid-engined, rear-wheel-drive kei car with futuristic styling and clever packaging.
- Power
- 64 bhp
- 0–60 mph
- 14.9 s
- Top speed
- 81 mph
- Est. value
- $3k–$7k
About the Mitsubishi i
The Mitsubishi i is a distinctive kei car that broke traditional design conventions with its rear-midship engine layout and long wheelbase. This configuration allowed for a spacious interior and a five-star JNCAP safety rating, rare for its class at the time. While most kei cars are front-engined, the 'i' uses its rear-drive setup to provide surprisingly agile handling and a tight turning circle. It served as the structural basis for the later all-electric i-MiEV, one of the world's first mass-produced electric cars.
Mitsubishi i specs
The Mitsubishi i produces 64 bhp (48 kW) and 94 Nm (69 lb-ft) of torque. It reaches 60 mph in 14.9 seconds and has a top speed of 81 mph (130 km/h).
| Make | Mitsubishi |
|---|---|
| Model | i |
| Trim | 0.7 |
| Years | 2006–2013 |
| Type | Hatchback |
| Body style | Hatchback |
| Country | Japan |
| Engine | 0.7-litre turbocharged inline-3 |
|---|---|
| Displacement | 659 cc (0.7 litres) |
| Induction | Turbocharged |
| Power | 64 bhp (48 kW) at 6,000 rpm |
| Torque | 94 Nm (69 lb-ft) |
| Redline | 7,000 rpm |
| 0–60 mph | 14.9 s |
| Top speed | 81 mph (130 km/h) |
| Transmission | 4-speed automatic |
| Drivetrain | Rear-wheel drive |
| Weight | 900 kg (1,984 lb) |
| Power-to-weight | 71 bhp per tonne |
Typical figures for the standard car; options, markets and model years vary. Where our specs come from
How much is a Mitsubishi i worth?
A typical Mitsubishi i is estimated to be worth $3,000 – $6,500 (about £2,200 – £4,800).
Values are directional estimates for a typical example, not appraisals. Condition, mileage, history and specification all change what a real car is worth. Pound figures use the exchange rate of 3 November 2026. How values are estimated
Mitsubishi i rarity in CarSpot
The Mitsubishi i is a Common card in CarSpot, with a rarity score of 0 out of 100. Everyday cars you can spot on almost any street. A Common card is worth 10 XP.
Each model's tier starts from a 0–100 score based on its value plus its power or production numbers. Once enough players have spotted a model, how often it is spotted can move it up or down one tier. How CarSpot rarity works
Rarity is a collectible game mechanic, not an assessment of real-world scarcity or value.
Mitsubishi i fun facts
- The Mitsubishi i won the 2007 Good Design Grand Award, one of Japan's most prestigious design accolades.
- Its engine is tilted at a 45-degree angle to fit under the rear luggage compartment without compromising interior space.
- The car's 'one-motion' silhouette was designed to maximise the wheelbase within the strict Japanese kei car length regulations.