Although previous information hinted at simple, one speed transmission, this is not the case, as iMIEV has additional "transmission" labeled ECO. In eco drive car has 10% longer reach. The spacious interior includes a stereo, air conditioning, navigation, and a digital speedometer.

The iMiEV has charging ports on both sides to charge up its lithium ion batteries. iMiev has 63 horse power electric motor, energized by 330 volt li-ion battery pack.

On several occasions in past Mitsubishi hinted that on a full charge, the iMiEV can go about 100 miles. i-MIEV stores energy for propulsion in a lithium ion battery pack that was redesigned in 2008. The battery is produced by a new joint venture company owned by GS Yuasa and Mitsubishi.

With these latest cells, the i-MiEV was supposed to extend its range to about 99-106 miles per charge, but officials at Mitsubishi are quoting lower numbers - as US average driving …  By the way - the batteries are not exclusive to Mitsubishi and they will make there energy storage systems available to any car-maker that's interested.