Main features of the front-wheel-drive sports coupe FTO are :

There are three type engines in the FTO line : GPX & GP version-R 2.0-litre V-6 MIVEC DOHC engine makes 200 horsepower, GR & GX Sports Package 2.0-litre V-6 DOHC engine makes 180 horsepower, GS 1.8-litre l-4 SOHC engine makes 125 horsepower. In 1997, GPX & GP version-R & GX Sports Package models got a new INVECS-2 sports-mode 5A/T. All FTO have nimble handling, good grip, and quick, accurate steering.

1999 Mitsubishi FTO GS : Four wheel disc brakes (rear V-discs), ABS, 185/70R14 tyres, Electric coloured door mirrors, Sports seats, Air conditioning, Driver SRS airbag, High mounted stop lamp, Power steering.

1999 Mitsubishi FTO GR adds to GS : 195/60R15 tyres, Keyless entry unlock.

1999 Mitsubishi FTO GX Sports Package adds to GR : 205/50R16 tyres, 16-inches alloy wheels, Rear spoiler, Auto air conditioning, MOMO leather wrapped steering wheel, Driver and passenger SRS airbags.

1999 FTO GPX adds to GX Sports package : four wheel disc brakes (large type), Discharged head lamp, Fog lamps.

1999 FTO GP version-R adds to GPX : Sports suspension, Front Helical LSD, Strut tower bar, Discharged head lamps, Large rear spoiler, Manual air conditioning, Driver SRS air bag.