PIMS 2022: Mitsubishi Strada, Montero Sport Ralliart edition revealed 

Updated Sep 15, 2022 | Same topic: Automotive Industry Updates

Ralliart is officially back in the Philippines. 

Mitsubishi Motor Philippines released two new variants of the Montero Sport and the Strada at the 2022 Philippine International Motor Show (PIMS). These though, are extra special as these heralds the return of the Ralliart sub-brand to the local market.  

The Mitsubishi Strada Ralliart Edition

The Mitsubishi Montero Sport Ralliart Edition

Specifically known as the Strada Ralliart Edition and the Montero Sport Ralliart Edition, both are equipped with exclusive styling components. All of these come with unique designs which are nods to the sub-brand's rally racing roots. Otherwise, both are mechanically identical to the standard Montero Sport and Strada.  

Starting with the Strada Ralliart Edition, it is based on the GLS variant but enhanced with a Ralliart branded front and rear bumper garnish, Ralliart side decals, a bed liner, a set of Ralliart mudflaps, as well as Ralliart branded floor mats. The Strada Ralliart Edition is then priced at Php 1,429,000.  

The Mitsubishi Strada Ralliart Edition

The Mitsubishi Strada Ralliart Edition

The Montero Sport Ralliart Edition in turn, also comes with its own set of Ralliart front and rear bumper garnishes. It also gets Ralliart branded mudflaps, side decals, fender arc moldings, and Ralliart floor mats. It then comes with a standard retail price of Php 2,122,000.  

Each new Ralliart variant may then come in two different colors. There’s Jet Black Mica and White Diamond. For the latter, one has to fork out an additional Php 15,000 on top of their price tags.  

Also making an appearance at the 2022 PIMS is the Strada Rally Car. This is the brand’s entry into the 27th Asia Cross Country Rally (AXCR) which will take place from November 21-26, 2022. The course for this grueling 2,000-kilometer rally race begins at Buriram, Thailand and ends at Siem Reap, Cambodia.  

A view of the Strada Ralliart Edition's rear

A view of the Strada Ralliart Edition's rear 

Mitsubishi Philippines’ current lineup of models is also appearing at the brand’s booth at the said event. These include the Mitsubishi Mirage G4, the refreshed Mitsubishi Xpander, the Mitsubishi L300, as well as the Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV.  

For more car news and automotive industry updates, keep it here on Philkotse. Also, get the chance to see these Mitsubishi models in the metal at the 2022 PIMS held at the World Trade Center in Pasay City from September 15 to 18, 2022.  

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Mitsubishi Montero Sport

One of the popular midsize SUVs in the Philippines is the Montero Sport by Japanese auto giant Mitsubishi. It continually hits the list of best-selling cars in the country every year. Mitsubishi Montero Sport 2023 price in the Philippines is quite good, ranging from PHP 1,568,000 to PHP 2,341,000 with five variants. Powering this midsize SUV is a 2.4-liter 4N15 inline-4 Mitsubishi Innovative Valve Timing Electronic Control (MIVEC) that makes 179 hp and 430 Nm of torque. It can send power to all four wheels via either a 6-speed manual or 8-speed automatic with Sports Mode. The Montero Sport spans 4,825 mm in length, 1,815 mm in width, and 1,835 mm in height. Currently, this Mitsubishi vehicle is competing against the Toyota Fortuner, Isuzu mu-X, and Ford Everest.

The Mitsubishi Montero Sport, as a third-generation model, displays its benchmark for the brand's contemporary lineup, which is the 'Dynamic Shield' grille that shows a completely redesigned front. Similar to the model it replaced, the Mitsubishi Montero Sport is L200 or Strada pickup based. The chassis and half of its front body structure are the same as its pickup sibling. It still uses the three-link live axle coil spring for the rear suspension and the independent double-wishbone front suspension from the model it supersedes. The full list of Mitsubishi Montero Sport for sale of car dealers on Philkotse.com gets 82 results, you can take a look to make a wise choice yourself.

₱ 1,568,000 - ₱ 2,366,000

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Cesar G.B. Miguel

Cesar G.B. Miguel

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Cesar Guiderone B. Miguel was born and raised in Iligan City, Lanao Del Norte. He graduated in 2010 with a Bachelor of Arts in English degree from Mindanao State University - Iligan Institute of Technology. He previously worked as a freelance writer for various websites, as a member of the Iligan City Disaster Risk Reduction Management's training staff, and as a medical sales representative.

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