M55 Zero Edition Archives

After being introduced as a concept two years ago, the M55 attracted a lot of attention, so the Japanese company Mitsuoka decided to produce the car under the name M55 Zero Edition. After the car was sold out in record time, the company decided to produce an additional 250 examples under the name M55 1st Edition.

The M55 1st Edition is available in ten different colors including Platinum White Pearl, Sonic Gray Pearl, Premium Crystal Red Metallic, Seabed Blue Pearl, Skyscraper Gray, Iceland Blue, Old English White, John Mango, Spring Blue and Papaya Orange Metallic. Compared to the M55 Zero Edition, the front suspension has been extended, the four round headlights located in the radiator grille are reminiscent of the Dodge Challenger, while the fastback tail with optional vents in the rear window are reminiscent of the Ford Mustang.

Inside, the new features include leather seats, the Honda logo has been replaced with the M55 Mitsuoka lettering on the steering wheel, and Mitsuoka is also offering optional carbon fiber inserts.

When it comes to the powertrain, the car will be powered by a 1.5-liter turbocharged gasoline engine with 182 hp, and buyers can also choose one of two optional Honda e:HEV hybrid powertrains.

The first M55 1st Edition models will hit the road in 2026, and will be sold at a price of $50,100 for the gasoline model and $53,800 for the hybrid. The most expensive version is the hybrid model, which costs $55,800.

Source: Mitsuoka

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In late 2023, Japanese company Mitsuoka unveiled the M55 Concept, which will hit the market next year as the Mitsuoka M55 Zero Edition. The company was founded in 1968 to build unique cars with unconventional styling, and the order book for this car is open.

The M55 Zero Edition was unveiled to celebrate the company’s 55th anniversary and is based on the Honda Civic, although its design resembles the Dodge Challenger. In 2025, the Japanese company plans to deliver 100 cars, and potential buyers will participate in a lottery to secure slots for one of the 100 cars with a deposit of $ 3,500. Those who are not drawn in the lottery will get their money back.

Mitsuoka has opened orders for 350 cars until January 19, 2025, after which the order book will be closed. The car can only be ordered from distributors in Japan.

As for the powertrain, the M55 Zero Edition is powered by a 1.5-liter turbocharged engine with 183 hp (134 kW) and 177 lb-ft (240 Nm), mated to a 6-speed manual transmission that sends power to the front wheels. In the future, the car could be offered with a CVT transmission and a hybrid drivetrain.

The company has long considered whether to start production of this car or not. However, the positive reactions and comments on the company’s website were decisive for the start of production.

Each car will cost $ 52,200 USD.

Source: Mitsuoka Motors

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