Leveraging a partnership with Taiwanese EV manufacturer Foxtron, the ASX VR-e brings two long-established nameplates to the all-electric era. First is the ‘ASX’ name itself. Standing for Active Sports Crossover, it’s been a well-recognized nameplate in the compact crossover segment. Meanwhile, the “VR-e” is a nod to the legendary “VR-4” high-performance designation last used by the likes of the Galant VR-4.

Mitsubishi says that the ASX VR-e captures the essence of its namesake through its sporty performance and responsive handling.

Although the carmaker has yet to reveal mechanical specifics, its base car, the Foxtron Bria does come with a dual motor setup producing up to 405 horsepower (298 kW) helping it accelerate from 0 to 100 km/h in 3.9 seconds.

There’s also a single-motor option 233 horsepower (171 kW) version that routes the power through the rear wheels.

In terms of battery size, it has a 57.5-kWh LFP battery with a 466 to 516-kilometer range.

The ASX VR-e uses a Pininfarina-designed vehicle platform with Mitsubishi styling elements used on the front and rear fascia, wheels, and interior trim.

ASX VR-e’s exterior design incorporates several key features to achieve optimal aerodynamic efficiency, including a distinctive S-Duct to channel airflow from the center of the front bumper over the hood surface, and active grille shutters to reduce drag according to driving conditions. Meanwhile, the interior carries a very minimalist design dominated by a slim digital gauge cluster and a large center screen.