Mitsubishi has revealed the latest evolution of its ongoing MiEV electric vehicle program, ushering its new CA-MiEV concept into Geneva this week.

Leaving behind the quirky bubble-car styling of the current i-MiEV hatch, the CA-MiEV showcases a more conventional - yet futuristic - styling language.

Like the Toyota Prius and Honda's Insight, both hybrids, Mitsubishi's all-electric CA-MiEV features a flowing profile designed to enhance aerodynamics and increase driving range.

Among the car's features are a set of high energy-density batteries, a wireless charging system, regenerative braking, and a new motor and inverter.

Specific powertrain details have not been revealed, but Mitsubishi says that depending on use, the CA-MiEV will offer a driving range of up to 300 kilometres between charges.

Mitsubishi is working to introduce a wide range of new electric and hybrid models by 2015, so expect to see a version of the CA-MiEV in showrooms in the next few years.

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  CAZZO says,
  3 months ago

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  The market is NOT ready for electric vehicles till the price is around the same as current I.C.E.
  
  The ONLY wood ducks buying these are the councils using OUR rates to make them feel all warm and fuzzy
  
  "YOUR TAXES AT WORK!"
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  Mark C says,
  2 months ago

  I disagree with the comment about pricing having to be about the same as an ICE version.
  
  To get serious market penetration, it's probably true. But there are quite a lot of people who would love to own an EV that had >100 mile range and cost under $35,000 before tax incentives. That would put it at about $27,500 with the Federal tax credit {not everyone has access to multiple tax credits}. Substantially more than a new Lancer, but still within the reach of a lot of EV fans who want to participate.