2012 Mitsubishi i Pricing Announced, PayPal Deposits Accepted

The North American division of Mitsubishi revealed today the price tag it has set for the all-electric i-MIEV, which is available for pre-order beginning today, April 22. Starting from $20,490 after the federal tax credit is applied, the all-new 2012 Mitsubishi i (ES trim level) comes with standard speed-sensitive electric power steering (EPS), LED rear tail lamps, driver seat heater, electric air conditioning with micron filter, remote keyless entry, 3-spoke sport steering wheel, an on-board recharging system with 120V portable 8 amp charging cable, and a 4 speaker, 100-watt AM/FM/CD audio system with MP3/WMA playback.

We go up one trim level, and the SE adds a 360-watt, 8 speaker deluxe sound system, leather-wrapped steering wheel and shift knob, upgraded seating material with silver interior accents, unique two-tone interior I/P and door panels, 15-inch alloy wheels, and fog lamps with DRL function at $22,490

Finally, the SE premium package is also available for an additional $2,790 MSRP and includes a DC quick charging port for ultra-fast Level 3 battery recharging,  HDD navigation system with rearview camera, FUSE Hands-free Link with USB port and steering wheel-mounted audio controls.

In addition, a Cold Zone package will be offered on both the ES and SE trim levels for only $150 MSRP that includes a Li-Ion Battery Warming System and heated outside mirrors.

The company also announced a 4-step pre-order process completed via PayPal:

• Step 1: Visit i.mitsubishicars.com and create your Mitsubishi i account which includes your "My Mitsubishi i" page. Users can then check the order status of their vehicle and receive the latest news and information on the Mitsubishi i. You'll also be able to select your vehicle's color and trim package.  
• Step 2: Place a refundable deposit of $299.00 via PayPal, plus $99.99 for the required home electrical inspection.
• Step 3: Schedule an inspection of your home's electrical system performed by our affiliated trained experts to make sure that it can efficiently charge your new 100% electric-powered Mitsubishi i.
• Step 4: As the anticipated delivery date for your vehicle approaches, a Mitsubishi representative will contact you to confirm your vehicle's features and color choice, along with confirming your final sales price (your $299.00 deposit will be applied to the final price of your car at this time).