$13K price hike for new Mitsubishi ASX

MITSUBISHI Motors Australia Limited (MMAL) has slapped a $13,250 premium onto the starting price of its new generation ASX small segment SUV now comprising just three variants instead of the previous generation’s seven.

The Renault-sourced, Spanish-made entry LS grade lists from $37,740 plus on-road costs rising to the Aspire from $42,690 + ORC and topping out with the Exceed from $46,490 + ORC.

Unusually, the new entry level model is pricier than the top-of-the-range outgoing ASX Exceed that was $35,240 + ORC. The former entry-grade GS – previously from $24,490 + ORC – is now cut from the line-up.

The 2026 Mitsubishi ASX is essentially a rebadged Renault Captur with Mitsubishi’s Dynamic Shield visual identity and will be available soon with, from launch, all three grades sharing the same turbocharged 1.3-litre four-cylinder petrol engine rated at 113kW/270Nm driving the front wheels via a seven-speed dual-clutch transmission.

Following in the 15-year-old steps of the hugely popular superseded model, the new ASX will compete against a swag of brands in the hotly contested small SUV segment. Those include the Chery C5 (from $29,990), GWM Haval Jolion (from $26,990), Honda HR-V (from $34,900), Hyundai Kona (from $32,700), Subaru Crosstrek (from $35,990), and Toyota Corolla Cross (from $37,440).

Understandably Mitsubishi Motors Australia Limited (MMAL) is talking-up the new model as it has big shoes to fill calling attention to a number of key factors including that it is a completely new generation model with all that brings not only to styling but also the tech offering and its “sporty dynamics to elevate the driving experience”.

Of critical importance, and addressing a cause of the previous model’s demise, is the new model’s combined ADR 81/02 fuel efficiency figure that improves by around 16 per cent with a 19 per cent emissions improvement over previous 2.0-litre ASX variants.

In hard numbers, combined fuel consumption is now a claimed 6.4 litre per 100km, with carbon emissions of 142g/km.

The new model is built on the Renault-Nissan-Mitsubishi Alliance CMF-B platform, with a “uniquely” Mitsubishi visual identity.

The front fascia is underscored by a blacked-out bumper section contrasting with a distinctive grille that features three-dimensional silver fillets and a prominent Three Diamond badge creating what Mitsubishi says is a “dynamic presence”.

Exterior lighting is by LED with the rear lighting sweeping in an elongated c-shape, on either side of the wide M-I-T-S-U-B-I-S-H-I rear lettering.

Wheel sizes are 17- and 18-inch alloys depending on variant.

All models feature gloss black door mirrors, climate control, paddle shifters, an electric parking brake with auto hold, dusk-sensing headlights, rain-sensing wipers, a rear-view camera, and an extensive safety and ADAS suite.

Across the line-up, the Mitsubishi ASX LS (from $37,740) offers 17-inch alloy wheels, a 7.0-inch digital instrument display, a 10.4-inch infotainment touchscreen, cloth upholstery, soft-touch steering wheel rim, rear parking sensors, and more.

The mid-tier Aspire (from $42,690) ups the ante with 18-inch alloys, a 10-inch driver instrument display, Google built-in infotainment and connectivity, rear privacy glass, a floating style centre control, LED ambient cabin lighting, electrochromatic rear-view mirror, heated steering wheel, and a wireless device charging pad to name a few.

Finally, for the flagship exceed (from $46,490) we find a panoramic sunroof, two-tone paint, leather upholstery with front seat heating, and a power adjustable driver’s seat.

“For decades, the Mitsubishi ASX has been our stalwart small SUV and it has remained highly popular for its blend of versatility, enduring styling and the reliability and capability that Mitsubishi is renowned for,” said MMAL general manager of product strategy Bruce Hampel.

“This latest generation shifts ASX to the cutting-edge of sophisticated styling, with modern connectivity and a smooth, efficient driving experience.

“The new Mitsubishi ASX is also backed by MMAL’s leading 10/10 Diamond Advantage warranty and capped price servicing program, ensuring continued peace-of-mind for owners via our expansive national dealer network.”

2026 Mitsubishi ASX pricing*:

*Pricing excludes on-road costs.