Mitsubishi is officially jumping back into the U.S. electric vehicle sceneand this time, its not just dipping a toe. The company confirmed it will launch a brand-new battery-electric SUV in North America starting in summer 2026, marking its first fully electric model here since the quirky little i-MiEVleft the stage back in 2017.

The new EV will be a compact crossover, and while Mitsubishi is keeping most of the juicy details under wraps, we do know itll be based on the same next-gen platform as the upcoming Nissan Leaf. That means itll ride on the CMF-EV architecturethe same one underpinning the Nissan Ariyawhich supports ranges of up to 300+ miles. So yeah, this wont be your average entry-level EV.

Recommended Videos Designed in partnership with Nissan, the new model will be built in Japan and shipped over to U.S. shores. No word yet on pricing, battery size, or even a name, but Mitsubishi has made it clear this EV is just the beginning. As part of its Momentum 2030 plan, the company promises a new or updated vehicle every year through the end of the decade, with four electric models rolling out by 2028. And yes, one of those might even be a pickup.

Related Mitsubishi says the goal is to give customers flexible powertrain options, which is marketing speak for: Well have something for everyone. So whether youre all-in on electric or still into gas or hybrid power, theyre aiming to have you covered.

This mystery EV will eventually sit alongside Mitsubishis current U.S. lineupthe Outlander, Outlander PHEV, Eclipse Cross, and Outlander Sportand help the brand move beyond its current under-the-radar status in the electric world.

In short: Mitsubishis finally getting serious about EVs, and if this new SUV lives up to its potential, it might just put the brand back on your radar.

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