Mitsubishi has officially unveiled the all-new Grandis for the European market. But fans expecting the return of a family-oriented minivan will be in for a surprise — the Grandis name now adorns a sleek two-row compact crossover, marking a significant departure from its original form.
At its core, the new Grandis is a lightly modified Renault Symbioz, continuing Mitsubishi’s strategy of platform and model sharing within the Renault-Nissan-Mitsubishi Alliance. Visually, however, changes are minimal. Mitsubishi has adopted a styling approach in line with its ASX crossover (itself based on the Renault Captur), and the resemblance to its French sibling is obvious. New 19-inch alloy wheels and discreet Hybrid EV badging on the doors are among the few distinguishing elements.
The rear design offers the most visual personality. Here, the Grandis attempts to set itself apart with taillights inspired by Mitsubishi’s sportier heritage, offering a more assertive look compared to the Symbioz. The tailgate has been redesigned, although the lower bumper — complete with faux air vents — carries over unchanged.
Inside, the Grandis mirrors the Renault interior almost entirely. The dashboard layout, materials, and even the steering wheel are identical, save for the Mitsubishi badge at the center. The five-seat cabin provides between 434 and 566 liters of luggage space, thanks to a sliding second row, and comes well-equipped. Key features include a 10.4-inch vertical touchscreen, electric tailgate, panoramic roof with electrochromatic shading, and a suite of advanced driver assistance systems.
Underneath, the Grandis rides on an extended version of the CMF-B platform, the same architecture used across several Renault-Nissan models. Buyers will have two powertrains to choose from. The base model features a 1.3-liter turbocharged MHEV (mild hybrid) setup producing 140 hp, available with either a manual gearbox or a 7-speed dual-clutch automatic.
For those seeking more electrification, a full hybrid (HEV) variant pairs a 1.8-liter gasoline engine with two electric motors and a 1.4 kWh battery, delivering a combined 156 hp. Both versions are front-wheel drive only.
Production of the new Grandis takes place at Renault’s Valladolid plant in Spain, alongside the Symbioz. European sales are slated to begin by the end of the year. Looking ahead, Mitsubishi plans to expand its electrified lineup with a fully electric Eclipse Cross, derived from the Renault Scenic E-Tech.
Source: Mitsubishi
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