Mitsubishi 380

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Recent Changes

 * In 2006, Mitsubishi has dropped the price of the entry-level ES Manual from $34,990 to $27,990. The price cuts are accross the range with a VR-X Manual dropping $1500 to $36,990, the LX dropping $3,500 off to $42,990 and the GT dropping $3,000 off to $44,990.

Styles and Major Options
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Pricing
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Gas Mileage
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As seen on the FuelEconomy.gov website, the City/Highway MPG averages are as follows:

Reliability
Warranty

5 yr 130,000 km, 10 yr 160,000 on powertrain, 3 yr on paint, 5 yr on perforation corrosion

According to Car Survey.org, the average reliability rating for the Mitsubishi 380 is ranked 8.71 out of 10.

The timing belt should be replaced every 90,000 kilometres. The 380 uses platinum spark plugs and they should be replaced every 105,000 kilometres. This should be done by a specialist because it's an awkward task.

Safety
In 2005 when ANCAP tested the Mitsubishi 380, it was given 4 stars (11.40 points out of 16). Protection from serious chest and leg injury is marginal for the driver. The 380 scored 15.69 points out of 16 in the side impact crash but wasn't eligible for a pole impact test. There is a slight risk of serious abdomen injury for the driver. The 380 also scored 1 star for pedestrian protection.

ANCAP result for 2005 Mitsubishi 380

Safety features
 * Dual front airbags
 * Front side thorax airbags
 * ABS/EBD
 * Driver's seatbelt reminder
 * Centre lap/sash seatbelt
 * Electronic stability program (Fitted in 2008 models)

Colors
Mainstream
 * Black
 * Mawson White
 * Storm Grey
 * Blue
 * Champaign
 * El Adrenalin Metallic (Yellow)
 * Blue Steel
 * Gold

Limited Edition
 * Ralliart Red
 * Platinum
 * Orange
 * Electric Blue
 * Molten Red

Main Competitors
Toyota Aurion

Holden Commodore

Ford Falcon

Citroen C6

Hybrid Models
There was no hybrid available for the 380. However, there is a factory fitted dual fuel kit available.

Unique Attributes
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Resale Values
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Generations
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Third generation (Series III)
Sales of the 380 were steady at 1000 units a month and the 380 was given another facelift in less than 3 years to offer more 'bling'. Prices have risen by $1,000 AUD for the ES model but not on all models. The LX model has been dropped in favour of the new GT-L. Mitsubishi Australia has also introduced two limited edition models, the ES Sports and VRX Fusion Burst. All models receive Electronic Stability Control in 2008.

The ES Sports gains 17 inch alloy wheels, a rear spoiler, an upgraded sports suspension, a sunroof and Bluetooth connectivity and it costs the same as the ES and the ES's standard features consist of front and side airags, 16 inch alloy wheels, 6 speaker in-dash CD stereo, anti-skid brakes, automatic climate control air conditioning, electric windows/mirrors, trip computer, cruise control, electric driving seat and steering wheel audio controls.

ES Manual: $28,990

ES Auto: $30,990

SX: $34,990

VRX: $36,990

GT: $44,990

This is Mitsubishi Australia's desperate bid to boost sales from the brink. The Series III 380 is loaded with features and more emphasis is on limited edition models to increase customer appeal but the sales are not much good. In 2008, the Clovelly Park plant had shut down. 

Second generation (Series II)
The Series II 380 underwent price cuts throughout the range. The entry-level ES is $7,000 off its original price, $1,500 off the price of the VR-X, $3,000 off the price of the LX and $3,000 off the price of the GT.

First Generation/Origins (Series I)
Starting prices

ES Manual: $34,490

ES Auto: $35,990

LS: $40,990

LX: $46,490

VR-X Manual: $38,490

VR-X Auto: 39,990

GT: $47,990

Worldwide
Mitsubishi had hoped to start an export deal with Proton but the deal collapsed.

Design quirks and oddities
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Awards

 * 2005 RACV Australia's Best Large Car
 * 2007 National Motor Vehicle Theft Reduction Council Secure By Design award