[Mitsuoka Buddy] There are a lot of exclusive options to make the "Ame car feeling" stand out [Detailed image]

Mitsuoka Motors "Buddy" is so popular that it has been waiting for two years. As the name suggests, the concept is "a companion who can ride naturally and smoothly". Aiming for a playful SUV that can be enjoyed by a wide range of generations, it is a model that combines functionality and convenience.

Based on Toyota "RAV4", the design is reminiscent of the American SUV of the 1980s. The grade lineup and specifications are the same as the base model.

There are 18 body color variations, and the accent color of the door trim and the center line of the seat is unified with the body color.

The body size of Mitsuoka Buddy Buddy is 4730 mm in length, 1865 mm in width, 1685 mm in height (1690 mm for 20LX only), and the wheelbase is 2690 mm. The feet are a manufacturer's option with 225 / 70R16 tires mounted on Crimson Dean cross-country aluminum wheels (colors are white / silver / matte black).

Other maker options include the "Backdoor Emblem Cloisonne Yaki Color (Red / Black / Yellow)" with the Mitsuoka brand mark in the center of the backdoor, and the car name that is attached to the backdoor to create a street feeling and an active image. Original items such as the emblem "Backdoor Emblem Special Type (Flare Logo Type / Surf Logo Type)" and "Side Plated Mall Set (Front / Rear)" that give a more sharp impression to make the buddy stand out more uniquely. And trend items are available.

Following the RAV4, the Mitsuoka Buddy Powertrain is available in two types: a hybrid system with a 2-liter gasoline engine and a 2.5-liter gasoline engine. 2WD and 4WD are set respectively. The gasoline model has a maximum output of 171ps and a maximum torque of 207Nm, and the hybrid model has a maximum output of 178ps and a maximum torque of 221Nm. As for the transmission, the gasoline model is equipped with Direct Shift-CVT (automatic continuously variable transmission with gear mechanism), and the hybrid model is equipped with an electric continuously variable transmission.

In addition, it is equipped with an advanced safe driving support system, and all grades are equipped with adaptive cruise control with all vehicle speed tracking function and pre-crash safety as standard equipment.

The price of the new buddy starts from 4,697,000 yen for the gasoline model and 5,250,300 yen for the hybrid model.

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