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[[Image:380ES.jpg|right|200px|thumb|The Mitsubishi 380(ES) - the base model of the range]] | [[Image:380ES.jpg|right|200px|thumb|The Mitsubishi 380(ES) - the base model of the range]] | ||
[[Image:380GT.jpg|right|200px|thumb|The Mitsubishi 380GT - the flagship of the range, combines the sporty feel of the VRX with the luxury of the LX]] | [[Image:380GT.jpg|right|200px|thumb|The Mitsubishi 380GT - the flagship of the range, combines the sporty feel of the VRX with the luxury of the LX]] | ||
The '''Mitsubishi 380''' is the successor to the Magna/Verada line of vehicles. It has been said that the 380 will be the car that makes or breaks [[MMAL]]. If it fails, Mitsubishi will have to follow Nissan and become an importer-only in Australia. | The '''Mitsubishi 380''' is the successor to the Magna/Verada line of vehicles. It has been said that the 380 will be the car that makes or breaks [[MMAL]]. If it fails, Mitsubishi will have to follow Nissan and become an importer-only in Australia. | ||
| − | Originally codenamed PS41, the 380 is based on the North-American [ | + | Originally codenamed PS41, the 380 is based on the North-American [[9g Galant|Ninth Generation Galant]] and is similar in some regards. The 380 features different styling (departing from the [[Olivier Boulay|Boulay]] crafted nose), a revised engine, revised suspension, larger brakes, different transmissions and a totally different method of construction. According to Lee Kernich there are around 2000 differences between the Australian 380 and the North-American Galant. |
The new construction methods for the 380 required that [[Tonsley Park]] undergo it's largest upgrade in 40 years. The 380 is built using a new press which uses a single sheet of steel to make the sides of the car. Toy tab construction (where the car is tabbed together then welded) also contribute to the rigidity of the car. Mitsubishi claims that there is less than 0.7mm variation in it's bodies making it's panel fit superior. | The new construction methods for the 380 required that [[Tonsley Park]] undergo it's largest upgrade in 40 years. The 380 is built using a new press which uses a single sheet of steel to make the sides of the car. Toy tab construction (where the car is tabbed together then welded) also contribute to the rigidity of the car. Mitsubishi claims that there is less than 0.7mm variation in it's bodies making it's panel fit superior. | ||
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The imported [[6G75]] engine is modified to comply with new lower emissions regulations to be introduced to Australia on 1 January, 2006. The revised 6G75 not only improves fuel economy and emissions but is also more powerful than the Galant's engine. The revised 6G75 uses the same camshafts as the [[Ralliart Magna]]. | The imported [[6G75]] engine is modified to comply with new lower emissions regulations to be introduced to Australia on 1 January, 2006. The revised 6G75 not only improves fuel economy and emissions but is also more powerful than the Galant's engine. The revised 6G75 uses the same camshafts as the [[Ralliart Magna]]. | ||
| − | The 380 is shorter than the [[:Category:Third Generation|Third Generation]] Magna/Verada but is has a roomier cabin than the Magna/Verada thanks to increases in wheelbase and width. The boot and fuel tank are smaller however. The 380 is also around 100 Kg heavier than it's predecessor. | + | The 380 is shorter than the [[:Category:Third Generation Magna/Verada|Third Generation]] Magna/Verada but is has a roomier cabin than the Magna/Verada thanks to increases in wheelbase and width. The boot and fuel tank are smaller however. The 380 is also around 100 Kg heavier than it's predecessor. |
==Series I== | ==Series I== | ||
The 380 went on sale on 13 October, 2005 in 5 [[Trim level|trim levels]]: | The 380 went on sale on 13 October, 2005 in 5 [[Trim level|trim levels]]: | ||
*380: The base model. Available in 5 speed automatic or 5 speed manual and comes with power windows, climate control and trip computer. Traction control and allloy wheels are an optional extra. | *380: The base model. Available in 5 speed automatic or 5 speed manual and comes with power windows, climate control and trip computer. Traction control and allloy wheels are an optional extra. | ||
| − | *380VRX: Sporty variant. Unfortunately unlike the [[ | + | *380VRX: Sporty variant. Unfortunately unlike the [[VR-X]] Magna, the 380VRX doesn't increase power, however like the [[:Category:First Generation Magna|First generation's]] [[Elante]] it has stiffer sports suspension. It features a different nose to the 380, alloy wheels, new rear taillights and a modest rear spoiler. Traction control is also standard. The only option is an electric sunroof. The 380VRX is available in both automatic and manual. |
*380LS: Affordable luxury. Appears to replace the [[Verada]], is similar to the early Ei Verada. It features 16" alloys, plusher interior fabrics, electrically adjustable driver's seat, premium sound, auto-dimming rear view mirrror, traction control and a small colour screen for displaying climate control and open door information. A 17" wheel and tyre package is optional. The LS looks like the base model externally with the addition of chrome highlighting here and there. The LS is only available in automatic. | *380LS: Affordable luxury. Appears to replace the [[Verada]], is similar to the early Ei Verada. It features 16" alloys, plusher interior fabrics, electrically adjustable driver's seat, premium sound, auto-dimming rear view mirrror, traction control and a small colour screen for displaying climate control and open door information. A 17" wheel and tyre package is optional. The LS looks like the base model externally with the addition of chrome highlighting here and there. The LS is only available in automatic. | ||
*380LX: Top of the line luxury. Similar to early Verada Xi. Features 17" alloys, full leather seats, electric front seats, revised suspension (same asa the VRX and GT), sunroof and wood look dash inserts. As with the LS it is automatic only. | *380LX: Top of the line luxury. Similar to early Verada Xi. Features 17" alloys, full leather seats, electric front seats, revised suspension (same asa the VRX and GT), sunroof and wood look dash inserts. As with the LS it is automatic only. | ||
