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Mitsubishi Motors Participates in Tokyo Auto Salon Kuala Lumpur 2023

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Posted on June 8, 2023

Kuala Lumpur, 8 June 2023 – MITSUBISHI MOTORS MALAYSIA (MMM), the official distributor of Mitsubishi Motors vehicles in Malaysia, will participate in the inaugural Tokyo Auto Salon from 9-11 June at the Malaysia International Trade & Exhibition Centre (MITEC).

Come and experience first-hand thrills of a rally experience and the proven capabilities of the Triton

Get your heart racing with the Asia Cross Country Rally 2023 champion — the Triton!

The company will display two modified Triton and XPANDER, as well as two customers’ cars that are modified following a lifestyle element. Showcasing an overall sporty concept, Mitsubishi Motors’ booth will be located in Hall 3, lot C301 at Level 1.

Visitors to the Tokyo Auto Salon who test drive a Triton or XPANDER will receive Mitsubishi Motors merchandise, and stand to participate in a lucky draw where five winners will get a Touch N Go reload pin worth RM300.

For more information, kindly visit https://tokyoautosalonkl.com/

About Mitsubishi Motors Malaysia (MMM)

Mitsubishi Motors Malaysia (MMM) was formed on 29 January 2005 and is the official distributor of Mitsubishi Motors vehicles in Malaysia. As one of Malaysia’s leading automotive companies, MMM is currently represented by 61 showrooms (with 8 being 4S) and 61 service centers across Malaysia. In East Malaysia, MMM has 16 showrooms (8 in Sarawak and 8 in Sabah). Additionally, there are 27 authorised Body & Repair (B&P) outlets to meet market demand. By 2025, four new outlets are anticipated, bringing the total to 65 outlets to cater to increasing demand and enhance customer experience.

MMM is committed to selling a range of vehicles that are high in quality, performance, safety, comfort, and technologically advanced. The Triton 4x4 pick-up truck is imported as CBU (Completely Built-Up) units from Thailand and the XPANDER is locally assembled (CKD) in Malaysia.

“Drive your Ambition” is a powerful statement of Mitsubishi Motors Corporation’s (MMC) ongoing commitment to the values and aspirations of its drivers. Following this, MMM strives to provide unique experiences and inspire our customers to go the distance with our vehicles.

Mitsubishi Motors Launches Max Certified a Pre-Owned Mitsubishi Vehicle Program

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Posted on May 31, 2023

Kuala Lumpur, 31 May 2023 – MITSUBISHI MOTORS MALAYSIA (MMM), the official distributor of Mitsubishi Motors vehicles in Malaysia, officially launched Max Certified today, a used car program offering customers a more seamless experience to shop for Mitsubishi pre-used cars.

Under the Max Certified program, customers can browse through various Mitsubishi pre-owned models available at all Mitsubishi Motors dealers nationwide and trade in their existing Mitsubishi model for a brand-new Mitsubishi.

Customers who wish to buy a pre-owned Mitsubishi under the Max Certified program can rest assured that every used car undergoes a comprehensive 150-point inspection by a professionally-trained Mitsubishi specialist. This is to ensure Mitsubishi Motors’ quality assurance and peace of mind for all owners.

That’s not all, every car under this program also comes with a 12-month warranty that covers the repair and/or replacement of the engine, transmission, steering, and electrical components due to mechanical breakdowns. Customers who buy a vehicle under Max Certified will also receive a RM500 service e-voucher redeemable at authorized MMM service centres during periodic maintenance.

All pre-owned Mitsubishi sold under this program are aged seven years and below with mileage less than 180,000 km covered at the time of trade-in. These cars are also equipped with genuine parts from MMM authorized service centres, free from major accidents and flood damage, and come with a complete service record from Mitsubishi Motors authorized service centre.

“In addition to strengthening the Mitsubishi brand within the used car sector and building the residual values of Mitsubishi vehicles, Max Certified aims to improve customer retention and repurchase another Mitsubishi model. Through the Max Certified program, we want to deliver a more holistic approach. While MMM continues to work towards introducing new models for Malaysians, we also hope to offer those who are interested in purchasing a used Mitsubishi car a more accessible and trustworthy platform,” said Shinya Ikeda, Chief Executive Officer of MMM.

For more information on Max Certified, kindly visit https://www.mitsubishi-motors.com.my/certified-pre-owned/

About Mitsubishi Motors Malaysia (MMM)

Mitsubishi Motors Malaysia (MMM) was formed on 29 January 2005 and is the official distributor of Mitsubishi Motors vehicles in Malaysia. As one of Malaysia’s leading automotive companies, MMM is currently represented by 61 showrooms (with 8 being 4S) and 61 service centers across Malaysia. In East Malaysia, MMM has 16 showrooms (8 in Sarawak and 8 in Sabah). Additionally, there are 27 authorised Body & Repair (B&P) outlets to meet market demand. By 2025, four new outlets are anticipated, bringing the total to 65 outlets to cater to increasing demand and enhance customer experience.

MMM is committed to selling a range of vehicles that are high in quality, performance, safety, comfort, and technologically advanced. The Triton 4x4 pick-up truck is imported as CBU (Completely Built-Up) units from Thailand and the XPANDER is locally assembled (CKD) in Malaysia.

“Drive your Ambition” is a powerful statement of Mitsubishi Motors Corporation’s (MMC) ongoing commitment to the values and aspirations of its drivers. Following this, MMM strives to provide unique experiences and inspire our customers to go the distance with our vehicles.

Mitsubishi Motors Unveils New 4S Centre in Johor Bharu

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Posted on May 29, 2023

Kuala Lumpur, 29 May 2023 – MITSUBISHI MOTORS MALAYSIA (MMM), the official distributor of Mitsubishi Motors vehicles in Malaysia, together with authorized dealer MM Supreme Sdn Bhd recently unveiled a newly upgraded Mitsubishi Motors 4S Centre in Johor Bharu.

Sporting a more vibrant façade, the 4S Centre elevates Mitsubishi Motors’ brand identity with the global brand message ‘Drive Your Ambition’.

The showroom boasts a built-up space of 15,000 square feet, with an inclusive environment to cater to prospective customers. The 4S Centre can display up to four display vehicles and offers a comfortable customer lounge with WIFI and a kid’s corner.

In addition, its service centre comes with six service bays ready to serve every Mitsubishi car. The showroom is also equipped with Body & Paint service, providing service repair work, accident repairs, and paint work ensuring customers’ vehicles are properly maintained to the highest standards and quality.

“Mitsubishi Motors and MM Supreme have been business partners since 2009. Within 14 years of strong business partnership, MM Supreme has already established three Mitsubishi showrooms in Johor, with the first in Batu Pahat in 2009, followed by Muar in 2011, and has now upgraded its footprint to Johor Bahru, opening another 4S centre. This shows MM Supremes’ confidence in the brand, and commitment to further strengthen Mitsubishi’s presence in Malaysia,” said Shinya Ikeda, Chief Executive Officer of MMM.

He added, “The showroom launch is to serve our customers better as we see a huge potential for business growth, especially for the Triton pick-up truck and XPANDER seven-seater crossover. The MM Supreme group is the highest sales contributor in Johor. We are optimistic that we will continue to work hand in hand to keep the sales momentum going, and we are ready to serve more customers from Johor better.”

MM Supreme is situated at 4C, PLO 136, Jalan Angkasa Mas 2, Kawasan Perindustrian Tebrau 2, 81100 Johor Bahru, Johor.

The showroom is open from Monday to Sunday from 8.00 am to 6.00 pm.

About Mitsubishi Motors Malaysia (MMM)

Mitsubishi Motors Malaysia (MMM) was formed on 29 January 2005 and is the official distributor of Mitsubishi Motors vehicles in Malaysia. As one of Malaysia’s leading automotive companies, MMM is currently represented by 61 showrooms (with 8 being 4S) and 61 service centers across Malaysia. In East Malaysia, MMM has 16 showrooms (8 in Sarawak and 8 in Sabah). Additionally, there are 27 authorised Body & Repair (B&P) outlets to meet market demand. By 2025, four new outlets are anticipated, bringing the total to 65 outlets to cater to increasing demand and enhance customer experience.

MMM is committed to selling a range of vehicles that are high in quality, performance, safety, comfort, and technologically advanced. The Triton 4x4 pick-up truck is imported as CBU (Completely Built-Up) units from Thailand and the XPANDER is locally assembled (CKD) in Malaysia.

“Drive your Ambition” is a powerful statement of Mitsubishi Motors Corporation’s (MMC) ongoing commitment to the values and aspirations of its drivers. Following this, MMM strives to provide unique experiences and inspire our customers to go the distance with our vehicles.

Mitsubishi Motors Achieves 27% Sales Growth For Financial Year 2022

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Posted on April 17, 2023

Kuala Lumpur, 17 April 2023 – MITSUBISHI MOTORS MALAYSIA (MMM), the official distributor of Mitsubishi Motors vehicles in Malaysia continued its sales trend on an upward trajectory after closing Financial Year 2022 (April 2022 – March 2023) with 27% more vehicles sold compared to the same time last financial year.

The company sold 24,315 units with a market share of 3.2%, allowing it to retain its top three spots in the non-national automotive sales table. This is also MMM’s historical high sales achievement since its inception in 2005.

The Mitsubishi XPANDER remains Malaysia’s most popular non-national MPV with a sales growth of 52.2% compared to Financial Year 2021 (April 2021 – March 2022). MMM sold 13,794 units of XPANDER which contributed 57% to the company’s overall total sales.

The Mitsubishi Triton pick-up truck is also a remarkable one with a sales growth of 12% compared to the financial year before. MMM sold 10,520 units of Triton and maintained a solid market share of 18%. The Triton is also strong number two in the pick-up truck segment.

“The Triton and XPANDER have been a catalyst for our sales growth in FY22. In ending a successful financial year, we will continue to focus on improving customer purchase and service experience to meet the evolving needs of our customers, assuring a seamless experience,” said Shinya Ikeda, Chief Executive Officer of Mitsubishi Motors Malaysia.

Mitsubishi XRT, the concept car of the all-new Triton Premiered at the 44th Bangkok International Motor Show 2023.
He added, “On the global front, Mitsubishi Motors Corporation (MMC) recently premiered the Mitsubishi XRT, the concept car of the all-new Triton at the 44th Bangkok International Motor Show 2023. For the upcoming Asia Cross Country Rally 2023, Team Mitsubishi Ralliart plans to compete with a prototype cross-country model of the all-new Triton in its quest for a second straight victory. Our participation in rallies will be reflected not only in new Triton models but also across a broad range of Mitsubishi vehicles. We are optimistic about the future of the Mitsubishi Motors brand and its presence in Malaysia.”

About Mitsubishi Motors Malaysia (MMM)

Mitsubishi Motors Malaysia (MMM) was formed on 29 January 2005 and is the official distributor of Mitsubishi Motors vehicles in Malaysia. As one of Malaysia’s leading automotive companies, MMM is currently represented by 61 showrooms (with 8 being 4S) and 61 service centers across Malaysia. In East Malaysia, MMM has 16 showrooms (8 in Sarawak and 8 in Sabah). Additionally, there are 27 authorised Body & Repair (B&P) outlets to meet market demand. By 2025, four new outlets are anticipated, bringing the total to 65 outlets to cater to increasing demand and enhance customer experience.

MMM is committed to selling a range of vehicles that are high in quality, performance, safety, comfort, and technologically advanced. The Triton 4x4 pick-up truck is imported as CBU (Completely Built-Up) units from Thailand and the XPANDER is locally assembled (CKD) in Malaysia.

“Drive your Ambition” is a powerful statement of Mitsubishi Motors Corporation’s (MMC) ongoing commitment to the values and aspirations of its drivers. Following this, MMM strives to provide unique experiences and inspire our customers to go the distance with our vehicles.

Mitsubishi Motors Relocates and Opens a New Showroom in Alor Setar and Langkawi Respectively

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Posted on March 24, 2023

Kuala Lumpur, 24 March 2023 – MITSUBISHI MOTORS MALAYSIA (MMM) authorized dealer JM Auto Gallery (Alor Setar), recently relocated to a new 3S centre in Alor Setar, Kedah. This latest showroom is now the biggest Mitsubishi Motors showroom in the Northern region. The same dealership also expanded its footprint by opening a new showroom in Langkawi.

The biggest Mitsubishi showroom in the Northern region is now open to serve customers better

New Mitsubishi Motors 3S Centre in Langkawi

Both 3S Centre is outfitted with the latest Mitsubishi Motors’ brand identity with the global brand message ‘Drive Your Ambition’.

Spanning 10,000 and 2,300 square feet in Alor Star and Langkawi respectively, the 3S Centres offer customers a warmer and more comprehensive environment with a comfortable customer lounge with WIFI and a kid’s corner. The outlet in Alor Star comes with a fully-equipped service centre with eight service bays ready to serve every Mitsubishi car.

“JM Auto Gallery (Alor Star) is no stranger to the Mitsubishi Motors family and has been business partners with MMM for the past 14 years. The dealership was also a key contributor to MMM’s sales, as the company saw a 37.3% increase in sales from January-December 2022 as compared to the same period in 2021. We are happy to see that the dealership is confident with MMM’s business growth and the commitment to upgrade its showroom facilities, and also for the opening of a new outlet in Langkawi to serve customers better,” said Shinya Ikeda, Chief Executive Officer of MMM.

Also present at the launch, Ryoichi Inaba Division General Manager, ASEAN B Division of Mitsubishi Motors Corporation (MMC) said “The relocation and opening of JM Auto Gallery (Alor Star) showrooms are impressive, and this shows Malaysian dealer’s confidence in the Mitsubishi brand. Mitsubishi Motors Corporation (MMC) has just recently announced a Mid-term Business Plan: Challenge 2025 to facilitate future growth, where we commit to focusing on the ASEAN markets including Malaysia. I am pleased to see the team taking the leap forward toward enhancing customers’ overall experience.”

The showroom in Alor Star is situated at Lot 10201B, Kampung Batin Mergong, Mukim Mergong, 05150 Alor Setar, Kedah, while the outlet in Langkawi is located at No. 68, Pusat Perniagaan Kelana Mas Kuah, 07000 Langkawi, Kedah. Both showrooms are open from Monday to Sunday, 8.30 am to 5.30 pm.

About Mitsubishi Motors Malaysia (MMM)

Mitsubishi Motors Malaysia (MMM) was formed on 29 January 2005 and is the official distributor of Mitsubishi Motors vehicles in Malaysia. As one of Malaysia’s leading automotive companies, MMM is currently represented by 61 showrooms (with 8 being 4S) and 61 service centers across Malaysia. In East Malaysia, MMM has 16 showrooms (8 in Sarawak and 8 in Sabah). Additionally, there are 27 authorised Body & Repair (B&P) outlets to meet market demand. By 2025, four new outlets are anticipated, bringing the total to 65 outlets to cater to increasing demand and enhance customer experience.

MMM is committed to selling a range of vehicles that are high in quality, performance, safety, comfort, and technologically advanced. The Triton 4x4 pick-up truck is imported as CBU (Completely Built-Up) units from Thailand and the XPANDER is locally assembled (CKD) in Malaysia.

“Drive your Ambition” is a powerful statement of Mitsubishi Motors Corporation’s (MMC) ongoing commitment to the values and aspirations of its drivers. Following this, MMM strives to provide unique experiences and inspire our customers to go the distance with our vehicles.

Mitsubishi Motors Opens 3S Centre in Kemaman, Terengganu

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Posted on March 7, 2023
Kuala Lumpur, 07 March 2023 – Okuan Motors expanded its footprint to Terengganu, opening another 3S centre offering both sales and after-sales services.

“Okuan Motors has been with the Mitsubishi Motors family since 2015 with a 3S centre in Kuantan, Pahang.“ said Shinya Ikeda, Chief Executive Officer of MMM.

He added, “Today’s showroom launch is MMM’s sixth outlet in the Eastern region. It is to serve our customers better as we see a huge potential for business growth, especially for the Triton pick-up truck and XPANDER seven-seater crossover. Okuan Motors has been one of our top-performing dealers in Pahang and we are optimistic that we will continue to work hand in hand to keep the sales momentum going.”

Okuan Motors is situated at No. F-56-57-58-G, Jalan Raja Udang 2, Kemaman River Front, Biz Centre, 24000 Cukai, Terengganu, and is strategically accessible.

The showroom is open from Saturday to Wednesday from 8.45 A.M. to 5.15 P.M. and on Thursdays from 8.45 A.M. to 5.00 P.M.

About Mitsubishi Motors Malaysia (MMM)

Mitsubishi Motors Malaysia (MMM) was formed on 29 January 2005 and is the official distributor of Mitsubishi Motors vehicles in Malaysia. As one of Malaysia’s leading automotive companies, MMM is currently represented by 61 showrooms (with 8 being 4S) and 61 service centers across Malaysia. In East Malaysia, MMM has 16 showrooms (8 in Sarawak and 8 in Sabah). Additionally, there are 27 authorised Body & Repair (B&P) outlets to meet market demand. By 2025, four new outlets are anticipated, bringing the total to 65 outlets to cater to increasing demand and enhance customer experience.

MMM is committed to selling a range of vehicles that are high in quality, performance, safety, comfort, and technologically advanced. The Triton 4x4 pick-up truck is imported as CBU (Completely Built-Up) units from Thailand and the XPANDER is locally assembled (CKD) in Malaysia.

“Drive your Ambition” is a powerful statement of Mitsubishi Motors Corporation’s (MMC) ongoing commitment to the values and aspirations of its drivers. Following this, MMM strives to provide unique experiences and inspire our customers to go the distance with our vehicles.

Mitsubishi Motors Opens First 4S Centre in Bintulu, Sarawak

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Posted on February 27, 2023

Kuala Lumpur, 27 February 2023 – MITSUBISHI MOTORS MALAYSIA (MMM), the official distributor of Mitsubishi Motors vehicles in Malaysia, together with authorized dealer Auto Pacifica Sdn Bhd opened the first Mitsubishi Motors 4S Centre in Sarawak recently. This latest expansion increases the Mitsubishi Motors dealer network to seven showrooms in Sarawak.

With a two-story shop lot and a built-up space of 10,000 square feet, the 4S Centre represents Mitsubishi Motors’ brand identity with the global brand message ‘Drive Your Ambition’.

In addition to housing a comfortable customer lounge with WIFI and a kid’s corner, the outlet comes with a fully-equipped service centre with five service bays ready to serve every Mitsubishi car. Customers can also make insurance renewals and vehicle trade-ins at the showroom.

“Auto Pacifica started operating as a Mitsubishi Motors dealer since 2007, shortly after MMM was established in 2005 hence the dealership is no stranger to the Mitsubishi Motors family. Besides this showroom in Bintulu, Auto Pacifica has another Mitsubishi showroom in Miri and soon will be launching its third outlet in Kota Samarahan by the end of March 2023,” said Shinya Ikeda, Chief Executive Officer of MMM.

He added, “As one of MMM’s top-performing dealers, contributing to Mitsubishi Motors’ market growth and making the Triton top two in Sarawak and Malaysia, Auto Pacifica is committed to serving the needs of Mitsubishi customers by enriching our services and brand experience. We are grateful for this business partnership and for a premium dealership that has continuously grown with year-on-year success.”

Auto Pacifica is situated at Lot 4463 to 4470 (Ground Floor) & Lot 4467 – 4468 (1st Floor), Pier 99-3 Storey Shophouse, Subdivision of lot 4474, 97000 Bintulu. The showroom is at a prime location with easy access along the main road of Jalan Tun Ahmad Zaidi.

Auto Pacifica is open from Monday to Saturday, from 8.00 A.M. to 5.00 P.M. and on Sunday from 10.00 A.M. to 2.00 P.M.

About Mitsubishi Motors Malaysia (MMM)

Mitsubishi Motors Malaysia (MMM) was formed on 29 January 2005 and is the official distributor of Mitsubishi Motors vehicles in Malaysia. As one of Malaysia’s leading automotive companies, MMM is currently represented by 61 showrooms (with 8 being 4S) and 61 service centers across Malaysia. In East Malaysia, MMM has 16 showrooms (8 in Sarawak and 8 in Sabah). Additionally, there are 27 authorised Body & Repair (B&P) outlets to meet market demand. By 2025, four new outlets are anticipated, bringing the total to 65 outlets to cater to increasing demand and enhance customer experience.

MMM is committed to selling a range of vehicles that are high in quality, performance, safety, comfort, and technologically advanced. The Triton 4x4 pick-up truck is imported as CBU (Completely Built-Up) units from Thailand and the XPANDER is locally assembled (CKD) in Malaysia.

“Drive your Ambition” is a powerful statement of Mitsubishi Motors Corporation’s (MMC) ongoing commitment to the values and aspirations of its drivers. Following this, MMM strives to provide unique experiences and inspire our customers to go the distance with our vehicles.

The Mitsubishi XPANDER Venture Event

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Posted on January 13, 2023

Kuala Lumpur, 13 January 2023 – Come and experience first-hand thrills and the proven capabilities of the Mitsubishi XPANDER seven-seater crossover as MITSUBISHI MOTORS MALAYSIA (MMM), the official distributor of Mitsubishi vehicles in Malaysia, brings you the Mitsubishi XPANDER Venture Event!

The event will take place from 14-15 January 2023, at Dataran Karnival, Perkarangan Shah Alam, Selangor, from 10.00 am to 6.00 pm. Admission is FREE.

Visitors to the event can test drive the XPANDER through a few adventurous courses, all designed to thrill! The Devil’s Angle will see participants go through a water-wading obstacle to showcase XPANDER’s versatility to handle rough roads or flash floods with its high ground clearance of 205mm.

Another stirring course is the Side Traverse, which is specially designed to test XPANDER’s agility and superior handling. Besides that, other obstacle courses include Log & Roll which is to experience the superior suspension and overall cabin comfort of the XPANDER.

Visitors can also test the Roller Conveyer which recognizes XPANDER’s excellent safety where the car’s Traction Control helps to maintain traction on slippery or rugged surfaces.

Last but not least, visitors can also try the Agility Challenge to test XPANDER’s tight turning radius of 5.2m. This challenge showcases XPANDER’s turning done effortlessly with easier maneuverability, especially in tight spaces such as shopping mall parking bays or small and winding countryside roads.

Apart from that, visitors can also expect the following excitements:

  • Test drive and receive exclusive Mitsubishi Motors caps.
  • Test drive and stand to win attractive lucky draw prizes such as Nintendo Switch, G Shock, and North Face Jacket
  • Book an XPANDER or Triton pick-up truck and receive an 8oz Stanley lifestyle tumbler.
  • Crowd interaction with Malaysian celebrities:
    - Sherry Alhadad, 15 Jan (Sunday), 3.00 P.M.
    - Sharifah Shahirah, 14 Jan (Saturday), 12.00 P.M.
    - Bell Ngasri, 15 Jan (Sunday), 12.00 P.M.
  • Free flow of cotton candy, ice-cream, and fun activities for the whole family.

In conjunction with the New Year festivities, customers who book and register a new XPANDER can choose to enjoy either a low monthly installment rate starting from RM798*, or low-interest rate of 2.38%* valid with Maybank or Public Bank only.

Customers may also opt for a special trade-in program that offers RM2,000* support for customers who trade in their existing car for a new XPANDER. These promotions are only until 31 March 2023.

*Terms and conditions apply

The XPANDER Venture event will be making its way to two other following states:

No Dates State Location
1 4 - 5 February 2023 Johor Toppen Mall Outdoor Carpark
2 4 - 5 March 2023 Kota Kinabalu Kompleks Sukan Likas

About Mitsubishi Motors Malaysia (MMM)

Mitsubishi Motors Malaysia (MMM) was formed on 29 January 2005 and is the official distributor of Mitsubishi Motors vehicles in Malaysia. As one of Malaysia’s leading automotive companies, MMM is currently represented by 61 showrooms (with 8 being 4S) and 61 service centers across Malaysia. In East Malaysia, MMM has 16 showrooms (8 in Sarawak and 8 in Sabah). Additionally, there are 27 authorised Body & Repair (B&P) outlets to meet market demand. By 2025, four new outlets are anticipated, bringing the total to 65 outlets to cater to increasing demand and enhance customer experience.

MMM is committed to selling a range of vehicles that are high in quality, performance, safety, comfort, and technologically advanced. The Triton 4x4 pick-up truck is imported as CBU (Completely Built-Up) units from Thailand and the XPANDER is locally assembled (CKD) in Malaysia.

“Drive your Ambition” is a powerful statement of Mitsubishi Motors Corporation’s (MMC) ongoing commitment to the values and aspirations of its drivers. Following this, MMM strives to provide unique experiences and inspire our customers to go the distance with our vehicles.

Mitsubishi Motors Closes 2022 with a Record-High of 24,017 Vehicles Sold

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Posted on January 11, 2023

Kuala Lumpur, 11 January 2023 – MITSUBISHI MOTORS MALAYSIA (MMM), the official distributor of Mitsubishi Motors vehicles in Malaysia, overall sales continue to soar as the company sold a record high of 24,017 vehicles from January to December 2022 which is a 37.3% increase as compared to the same period in 2021.

Overall, Mitsubishi Motors is ranked third in the non-national automotive sales table with an estimated market share of 3.3%.

MMM sold a record high of 24,017 vehicles from January to December 2022 which is a 37.3% increase as compared to the same period in 2021.

The Triton Rally Car is built based on mass-production Triton, with only a few modifications on body weight and safety equipment for the competition

The sales achievement is credited to the Mitsubishi XPANDER combining stylishness, practicality, and superior handling which had its best sales performance year with 14,316 units sold from January to December 2022, an increase of 93.5% compared to 2021 and contributed 59.6% to the company’s overall total sales. The Mitsubishi XPANDER continues to hold its reign as the number one best-selling Japanese seven-seater crossover in Malaysia.

There was also positive progress for the Mitsubishi Triton pick-up truck which continued to enjoy its run of success with 9,697 units sold from January to December 2022. This is a 4.6% increase in sales as compared to the same period in 2021 and contributed 40.4% to the company’s overall total sales. The Mitsubishi Triton retained its ranking as second in the pick-up truck segment, despite fierce competition.

“MMM is delighted to achieve a record-high sales performance in 2022, and we thank each and every Mitsubishi customer across the nation for their unwavering support. One of our significant achievements of the year was that we celebrated the Triton pick-up truck reaching a 100,000-unit sales milestone in Malaysia since MMM’s inception in 2005.

“On the product front, we also welcomed great news at the end of last year as Team Mitsubishi RALLIART’s Triton was the overall winner despite being a first-time entrant at the Asia Cross Country Rally (AXCR) in November. The Triton Rally Car is built based on mass-production Triton, with only a few modifications on body weight and safety equipment for the competition. All the elements such as high performance, durability, comfort, and good handling have been engineered into the original products in the market. Now every Mitsubishi Motors customer can feel the motorsports DNA in their model,” said Shinya Ikeda, Chief Executive Officer of MMM.

He added, “We also thank our business partners for their strong support. Last year, 91% of our dealers upgraded their outlets with a new visual identity (VI) for a better customer experience. Looking ahead to 2023, Mitsubishi Motors is initiating changes for the better, and an ownership experience of the highest standards. We look forward to continuing an upward trajectory and achieving future growth together.”

About Mitsubishi Motors Malaysia (MMM)

Mitsubishi Motors Malaysia (MMM) was formed on 29 January 2005 and is the official distributor of Mitsubishi Motors vehicles in Malaysia. As one of Malaysia’s leading automotive companies, MMM is currently represented by 61 showrooms (with 8 being 4S) and 61 service centers across Malaysia. In East Malaysia, MMM has 16 showrooms (8 in Sarawak and 8 in Sabah). Additionally, there are 27 authorised Body & Repair (B&P) outlets to meet market demand. By 2025, four new outlets are anticipated, bringing the total to 65 outlets to cater to increasing demand and enhance customer experience.

MMM is committed to selling a range of vehicles that are high in quality, performance, safety, comfort, and technologically advanced. The Triton 4x4 pick-up truck is imported as CBU (Completely Built-Up) units from Thailand and the XPANDER is locally assembled (CKD) in Malaysia.

“Drive your Ambition” is a powerful statement of Mitsubishi Motors Corporation’s (MMC) ongoing commitment to the values and aspirations of its drivers. Following this, MMM strives to provide unique experiences and inspire our customers to go the distance with our vehicles.

Team Mitsubishi Ralliart's Triton Finishes in First Place Overall at Its First Attempt in the Asia Cross Country Rally 2022

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Posted on November 28, 2022
Kuala Lumpur, 28 November 2022 – Mitsubishi Motors Corporation (hereafter, Mitsubishi Motors) announced that Team Mitsubishi Ralliart, which receives technical support from Mitsubishi Motors, participated in the Asia Cross Country Rally (AXCR) 2022 that ran from November 21st to 26th in Thailand and Cambodia with Triton rally cars (Group T1 prototype cross-country vehicles). Over a total distance of 1,524 kilometers (km), including 637 km of timed special stages (SS), driver Chayapon Yotha (Thailand) finished in first place overall, with a total time of 8 hours, 22 minutes and 42 seconds, and driver Rifat Sungkar (Indonesia) finished in fifth position, with 17 minutes and 14 seconds behind the leader.

Team Mitsubishi Ralliart

Triton rally car (Group T1 prototype)

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After a three-year absence, the AXCR got under way on the 21st in Buriram in the northeastern part of Thailand, where the first SS of the rally and a ceremonial start were held. Leg 1 on the 22nd to Leg 3 on the 24th included SS located in the area around Buriram. Leg 4 on the 25th saw the rally cross the border into Cambodia after finishing the SS around Buriram, while Leg 5 on the 26th ended at the spectacular ceremonial goal near Angkor Wat, the famed tourist attraction in Siem Reap, Cambodia. The first half of the rally in Thailand consisted mainly of high-speed stages on rough, dry unpaved roads, while the second half was more challenging with large, deep puddles scattered on muddy roads caused by heavy rain, and a tougher course compared to the previous five stages awaited the participants in Cambodia.

Chayapon Yotha, driving the car #105 Triton, finished fifth in SS1 on the first day. On the second day, he set the fastest time in SS2, the longest SS of this year’s AXCR with a 203 km course, and climbed to the top overall position. After that, the powerful driving performance and nimble handling of the Triton helped him to finish SS3 in seventh, SS4 in sixth, SS5 in fifth, and SS6 in fifth, and he maintained the lead he had established in SS2 to take the overall win.

Rifat Sungkar in car #118 finished SS1 in sixth place following his teammate. He was aiming for higher positions, but after suffering a flat tire and subsequent damages to the chassis in SS2, he dropped to eighth position. The team’s repair work allowed him to continue the rally the next day, and he finished fourth in SS3, fifth in SS4, fourth in SS5, and seventh in SS6, completing the rally in fifth overall while proving the toughness of the Triton.

Sakchai Hantrakul in car #119 tested positive for Covid-19 after SS1 and unfortunately had to retire the rally.

Hiroshi Masuoka, team director of Team Mitsubishi Ralliart, commented:
“For this year’s AXCR, we built on the high reliability and durability of the Triton by tuning the engine and chassis, and entered the rally with specifications relatively close to the production car. Even so, the two Triton rally cars delivered powerful driving, and I am very proud of our high finish. The superb performance came down to the drivers, who were able to extract the Triton’s performance and show us some great drives, the engineers who worked every day to fine-tune the vehicles perfectly, all the staff who provided support, and the know-how that Mitsubishi Motors has accumulated over the years. Key to it all was the tremendous support from our sponsors and the passionate messages of support we received from fans around the world. We would like to feed the knowledge we gained through our participation in the AXCR back into the development of production vehicles, and build Mitsubishi vehicles that are even tougher, more powerful, and more reliable.”

AXCR 2022 Auto Category Overall Results
1st Chayapon Yotha (Mitsubishi Triton) 8:22:42
2nd Jaras Jaengkamolkulchai (Toyota Hilux Revo) 8:28:29
3rd Ikuo Hanawa (Toyota Fortuner) 8:28:34
4th Takuma Aoki (Toyota Fortuner) 8:38:26
5th Rifat Sungkar (Mitsubishi Triton) 8:39:56
6th Tawee Neanna (Isuzu D-Max) 8:51:24

Daily reports AXCR special website
Daily reports from November 21st, the first day of the rally, to the last leg on November 26th are posted on Mitsubishi Motors’ AXCR special website.
https://www.mitsubishi-motors.com/en/innovation/motorsports/axcr2022/

Triton rally car on display at Mitsubishi Motors’ headquarter showroom
Starting on November 21st, the Triton rally car AXCR 2022 replica is on display at the company’s headquarter showroom in Tamachi, Tokyo.

About Mitsubishi Motors Malaysia (MMM)

Mitsubishi Motors Malaysia (MMM) was formed on 29 January 2005 and is the official distributor of Mitsubishi Motors vehicles in Malaysia. As one of Malaysia’s leading automotive companies, MMM is currently represented by 61 showrooms (with 8 being 4S) and 61 service centers across Malaysia. In East Malaysia, MMM has 16 showrooms (8 in Sarawak and 8 in Sabah). Additionally, there are 27 authorised Body & Repair (B&P) outlets to meet market demand. By 2025, four new outlets are anticipated, bringing the total to 65 outlets to cater to increasing demand and enhance customer experience.

MMM is committed to selling a range of vehicles that are high in quality, performance, safety, comfort, and technologically advanced. The Triton 4x4 pick-up truck is imported as CBU (Completely Built-Up) units from Thailand and the XPANDER is locally assembled (CKD) in Malaysia.

“Drive your Ambition” is a powerful statement of Mitsubishi Motors Corporation’s (MMC) ongoing commitment to the values and aspirations of its drivers. Following this, MMM strives to provide unique experiences and inspire our customers to go the distance with our vehicles.