Why we’re here

You might not think of Mitsubishi Motors when you think about EVs. Makes sense; we only have one PHEV in Canada. But globally, we’ve been at this since the 1970s. In fact, Mitsubishi was the first automaker in the world to mass-market an EV.

Our EV history

2009

Mitsubishi released the i-MiEV in multiple markets around the world. The research that went into developing that vehicle revolutionized battery technology for everyone.

Learn about EV battery technology

2010

The PX-MiEV concept introduced a plug-in hybrid system that is now used in the Outlander PHEV; it employs both series and parallel technologies to maximize on-road performance while minimizing fuel consumption.

Explore Outlander PHEV

2012

The i-MiEV arrived in Canada, and was recognized by Natural Resources Canada as the country’s most fuel-efficient subcompact car.

Explore i-MiEV

2013

We released the Outlander PHEV, the world’s first plug-in hybrid SUV. It won the RJC Technology of the Year Award and Car of the Year’s Innovation Award in Japan.

2017

The Outlander PHEV arrived in Canada.

Why mention this?

Because we know what’s involved in making and switching to EVs.

There are a lot of factors that go into thinking about your vehicle, and we can help you sort that out.

The reality is you might not be in an EV headspace yet, and that’s fine. Canada is a big country. Range and charging availability are important considerations. So, we get that gas vehicles still make sense; it’s why we make them. But if you’re curious about what’s out there and how it all works, you can trust that we know what we’re talking about.

What’s next in EVs for us?

By 2030, our vehicle lineup in Canada will be renewed and expanded. While we’ll still offer gas vehicles, our plan is to offer a selection of hybrids, plug-in hybrids and battery electrics.

Articles

Electrification

How Far Can You Drive Electric on the 2026 Outland...

Discover how far the 2026 Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV can drive on electric power. Learn about its 72 km EV range, 690 km total range, and more.

27 Apr 2026 4 minutes

Electrification

Driving PHEVs in the Canadian winter

While early PHEVs would have their range greatly reduced by cold weather today the drop off is much less.

20 Nov 2025 4 minutes

Electrification

Electric Vehicle Warranties

Learn about electric vehicle warranties, what they cover, how they differ from ICE car warranties, and key factors to consider when buying an EV.

03 Oct 2025 7 minutes