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Mitsubishi Nessie

2005

Mitsubishi Nessie

THE VEHICLE AT A GLANCE

Model dossier

Production period
2005
Body style
SUV
Engine
Hydrogen-powered V8
Type
Concept

THE PEOPLE BEHIND THE CAR

Coachbuilding, design & conversions

PRICE & SALES RECORD

Vehicle value

Original price
Not documented
Latest recorded sale
Not documented

01 / THE STORY

History & context

The Mitsubishi Nessie, introduced in 2005, revolutionizes the SUV landscape with its innovative and environmentally conscious design. Crafted as a collaborative effort with Italdesign Giugiaro, the Nessie stands as a testament to a zero-impact, eco-friendly approach to modern SUVs. The styling exercise conducted by Italdesign Giugiaro focused on redefining the product through sculpted modeling, emphasizing the plastic nature of volumes and side panels. This approach gave birth to a groundbreaking vehicle architecture the fastback coupé. Breaking away from conventional SUV designs, the Nessie embodies a sleek and aerodynamic silhouette, setting it apart from its counterparts. A distinctive feature of the Mitsubishi Nessie is its incorporation of a third, albeit reduced, box at the rear. This strategic addition enhances interior space, catering to the comfort of both passengers and their luggage. The innovative design not only optimizes functionality but also elevates the aesthetic appeal of the SUV. In a nod to accessibility and convenience, a third door makes its debut on the right side of the vehicle. This thoughtful inclusion facilitates easy access to the second row, underscoring Mitsubishi’s commitment to user-friendly design. The Nessie seamlessly blends style with practicality, ensuring a harmonious driving experience for its users. Beyond its avant-garde design, what sets the Mitsubishi Nessie apart is its commitment to sustainability. The zero-impact eco-friendly approach aligns with the growing demand for environmentally conscious vehicles. As the automotive industry grapples with the challenges of reducing its carbon footprint, the Nessie stands out as a beacon of progress, showcasing that cutting-edge design can coexist with eco-friendly practices. In conclusion, the Mitsubishi Nessie represents a paradigm shift in SUV design, marrying cutting-edge aesthetics with a zero-impact eco-friendly philosophy. Its fastback coupé architecture, attention to plastic volumes, and user-friendly features make it a trailblazer in the automotive industry, setting new standards for future SUVs.

02 / TECHNICAL IDENTITY

Specifications & construction

Production & construction

Production type
Concept
Mechanical platform
Mitsubishi Pajero

Engine & performance

Engine configuration
Hydrogen-powered V8
Transmission
Automatic
Specification notes
Project-specific mechanical architecture from the Giugiaro archive: Pajero-derived platform, hydrogen-powered V8 and automatic transmission. No dimensions are added from secondary summaries.

Dimensions & accommodation

Length
4,600 mm
Width
1,950 mm
Height
1,810 mm

Design & manufacture

Designer · Candidate
Fabrizio Giugiaro
Design Studio · Documented
Italdesign
Manufacturer · Documented
Mitsubishi

06 / EVENTS & AWARDS

Events & awards

No events or documented awards are currently recorded for this vehicle.

08 / FROM THE ARCHIVE

Archive

References held in the vehicle dossier. Their inclusion does not establish that every historical claim has been independently verified.

ReferenceSource type
Italdesign official archive — Mitsubishi Nessie www.italdesign.it Official first-party project archive
Giorgetto & Fabrizio Giugiaro Designers — Nessie www.giorgettofabriziogiugiaro.it Designer official project archive

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