This allows for a longer wheelbase and a consequently more spacious interior without compromising crashworthiness or fuel economy.

[1] However, in the case of the Evo, MR stands for Mitsubishi Racing.

The company has also used the platform in several of its concept cars, particularly those using alternative propulsion.

The i-Concept[2] and Se-Ro[3] were the first publicly exhibited vehicles to use the MR platform, as they previewed the production version of the i at motor shows in advance of the car's release.

Since then, the Concept-CT,[4] i-MiEV,[5] and i MiEV Sport[6] battery electric concept cars all exploited the MR platform.