2010 Mitsubishi ASX Crossover

[Lyle]

Ang pinagbiyak na rav4 at lancer EX

[Bogeyman]

Like that color. Naaalangan ako sa itsura ng harap eh, parang mas bagay yung ganyang front fascia sa sedan. Ano pa details?

[oliver1013]

Meron nang comparo to sa tucson sa car comparison thread, puro negative ang comment ng mga hyundai peeps..

[ghosthunter]

Like that color. Naaalangan ako sa itsura ng harap eh, parang mas bagay yung ganyang front fascia sa sedan. Ano pa details?

Same engine as the Lancer EX (4B11) but tuned for 5hp more power. Available in 2WD and 4WD variants.

[ghosthunter]

http://fwd.five.tv/cars/small-family/mitsubishi-asx

[SIZE="4"]Fifth Gear Mitsubishi ASX review[/SIZE]









WE LIKE
1) Peppy new diesel engine
2) Above average sense of space
3) Entry level price tag

WE DON'T LIKE
1) Swollen Mitsubishi nose
2) Cheap interior plastics
3) The fact there's no automatic gearbox


The Japanese manufacturer believes it has brought its new family car crossover to market at just the right time, and more importantly, at the right price.

The industry's scurry towards C-segment crossovers was instigated by the runaway success of Nissan's Qashqai - the car which combined hatchback-sized practicality with an SUV profile, and flew off the shelves like honey-coated Apple iPads.

When the Qashqai was launched, Nissan figured its nearest competitors were the Focus and the Golf, but that class ambiguity has vanished now, and the ASX finds itself vying for buyers' money with direct competitors such as the Skoda Yeti, Peugeot 3008 and indirect competitors such as the Ford Kuga.

Like much of the competition, Mitsubishi set Nissan's best-seller as the benchmark when they began work on the ASX. The car is based on the manufacturer's global architecture and shares 70 per cent of its components with the larger Outlander.

Unlike the Outlander, it will be available in both two and four-wheel drive, and Mitsubishi expects the latter to make up a very small percentage of overall sales. Beneath the bonnet there is a choice of two engines - a 115bhp 1.6 litre petrol mated to a five-speed gearbox, and the new 147bhp 1.8-litre DiD turbodiesel with a six-speed manual transmission.

Mitsubishi is particularly proud of the oil burner, and claims it is the world's first passenger car diesel engine to feature variable valve timing. The all-aluminium lump develops 221lb ft of torque, which helps the ASX deliver a 0-62mph time of 9.7secs, while also managing a claimed 51mpg and 145g/km CO2.

The ASX can't quite compete with the frugality of the Qashqai's familiar 1.5 dCI, but the DiD engine does make Mitsubishi's crossover noticeably quicker. Its impression of a 2.0-litre turbodiesel is fairly comprehensive, and though it won't set the world on fire away from the lights its torque output makes it punchy at medium speeds. The ASX's extra performance does have a price though. In the pre-production model we drove the engine delivers its power with a lot of clattery background noise that's complimented by the whistling whine of a warm turbocharger. It's not worryingly obtrusive, but there's certainly no forgetting you bought a diesel.

And you won't forget you purchased a high-sided car either. The ASX is more prone to body lean than the Qashqai, and certainly doesn't feel as nimble as the Nissan over challenging roads. The steering is well-weighted though and the car never felt any less than safe and dependable which are the qualities most buyers will expect.

While it might not be an aid to handling, that SUV profile does mean extra space inside. Like most crossovers the ASX's extra headroom makes the C-segment hatchbacks seem desperately snug in comparison. The car shares its wheelbase with the Outlander which means even the tallest teenagers will be an easy fit in the back.

As advantageous as the spaciousness certainly is, the ASX's appearance is arguably the result of buyers clamouring for the pseudo-SUV look rather than extra practicality. Mitsubishi has tried hard to stretch its corporate nose over the crossover's face, but it doesn't work quite as well as on the smaller Lancer or Colt.

Admittedly these things are always subjective, but for our money the ASX's styling isn't quite as well resolved as the Qashqai's. Nevertheless, if you can see past the beauty contest, the ASX has enough going for it to place it on the ever longer shortlist of worthy crossover contenders.

Fifth Gear overall car ratings

STYLING

Be in no doubt: buyers are snapping up the crossovers chiefly for the way they look. The ASX will appeal to you if Mitsubishi's nose does, but driving a swollen Lancer isn't our idea of urban chic.

HANDLING

The ASX delivers a fairly anonymous experience from behind the wheel. The car doesn't emulate a hatchback's handling as well as some of its competitors, but it is competent nonetheless.

COMFORT

We'll have to wait to drive the car in the UK to provide a definitive answer, but over smooth German roads the ASX's ride seemed reasonably well judged. Only the jolt from a very occasional pothole suggested there might be issues when the car crosses the channel.

QUALITY & RELIABILITY

Expect the Mitsubishi to robustly deal with the daily abuse an average family will mete out, but don't expect it to look particularly good doing it. The interior is awash in plastic, and even though it's been moulded into the brand's current styling arrangement, some of its competitors do a better job of hiding their budget limitations.

PERFORMANCE

In return for its genuinely pokey performance, most buyers will probably accept the 1.8 DiD's lack of refinement. The 1.6-litre petrol engine isn't too far behind, but it does have to struggle by with half of the diesel's torque output.

ROOMINESS

Like most crossovers, this is the ASX's trump card. Its comparatively long wheelbase and SUV roofline means it feels particularly spacious - perhaps even more so than its arch enemy, the Qashqai. The Mitsubishi should swallow an average family whole.

STEREO / SAT NAV

You'll need to select the highest trim level if you want a sat-nav as standard, but if you do you'll get also get a Kenwood system thrown in, which should be a decent step up from Mitsubishi's mediocre standard unit.

RUNNING COSTS

Neither engine should be particularly expensive to run. Mitsubishi claims the petrol will return 47mpg and the diesel 51mpg. The latter produces 145g/km CO2 placing it in VED band F, while the slightly cleaner petrol makes it into band E with 138g/km.

VALUE FOR MONEY

Mitsubishi has priced the ASX to compete. Again the Qashqai is the benchmark, and the manufacturer has ensured that it enters the market with a lower price tag. However, buyers will need to be convinced by the ASX's higher performance as the 1.5dCI is cheaper than Mitsubishi's new diesel.

ENVIRONMENT

Both the ASX's engines benefit from the addition of Mitsubishi's environmental package known as ClearTec. This includes automatic stop & go, electric power steering, regenerative braking system and low rolling resistance tyres.

[likot]

Wow may diesel. Magkano kaya?

[ghosthunter]

Wow may diesel. Magkano kaya?

Well, in Europe, they are offering a diesel version.

Unfortunately, the local (Philippines) version only have the gasoline variants.

[kiddydoc67]

I am now one of the happy ASX owners. Kingfisher Blue GLS. I considered the Hyundai Tucson and Honda CRV, leaning more on the CRV, but decided on the ASX thru internet. LOve at first sight ba yun? Hehehe. Buti na lang I browsed foreign reviews first. If I came across Tucson Vs ASX thread here, baka nagkaroon pa ko apprehension.

Yup. It is smaller. But the cars I have and loved are Toyota Rav4 1997 3 door and Honda Jazz 1996. And I am single. So you will probably understand my choice in car. Good thing for the ASX for me are it's not popular here in Batangas, and thus you will see a lot of people having second looks. No matter how the Tucson owners bash the looks of our ASX, it cannot be denied the fact that it's a head turner. Sorry medyo me pagkamayabang ako, because I worked hard for it.

I am not really a car enthusiast, and thus I don't know and won't discuss much about the specs. I just wanted a car/crossover that I feel good in, I love to drive, and more or less matches my personality. The people who commented that I should have gotten a bigger or cheaper car are those with boring personalities. And those who gushed how "astig" ang dating are the cool ones. No offense meant to anybody.

Sa mga tao naman na sinasabi na "ang mahal", not worth it, and worse, saying that you are a dumb person to get one, get a life! Eh ano ba sayo kung mas mahal eh sa kaya ko naman bilhin at ako babayad at gagamit everyday. Hehehe. Palaban ba? Basta I am so happy with my ASX now.

I am hoping the accessories will be available soon here. I want the mud guards and gutter, and maybe other stuff when I see them. What do you guys think are the best accessories? Changing tires medyo out muna.

[aeye]

I am now one of the happy ASX owners. Kingfisher Blue GLS. I considered the Hyundai Tucson and Honda CRV, leaning more on the CRV, but decided on the ASX thru internet. LOve at first sight ba yun? Hehehe. Buti na lang I browsed foreign reviews first. If I came across Tucson Vs ASX thread here, baka nagkaroon pa ko apprehension.

Yup. It is smaller. But the cars I have and loved are Toyota Rav4 1997 3 door and Honda Jazz 1996. And I am single. So you will probably understand my choice in car. Good thing for the ASX for me are it's not popular here in Batangas, and thus you will see a lot of people having second looks. No matter how the Tucson owners bash the looks of our ASX, it cannot be denied the fact that it's a head turner. Sorry medyo me pagkamayabang ako, because I worked hard for it.

I am not really a car enthusiast, and thus I don't know and won't discuss much about the specs. I just wanted a car/crossover that I feel good in, I love to drive, and more or less matches my personality. The people who commented that I should have gotten a bigger or cheaper car are those with boring personalities. And those who gushed how "astig" ang dating are the cool ones. No offense meant to anybody.

Sa mga tao naman na sinasabi na "ang mahal", not worth it, and worse, saying that you are a dumb person to get one, get a life! Eh ano ba sayo kung mas mahal eh sa kaya ko naman bilhin at ako babayad at gagamit everyday. Hehehe. Palaban ba? Basta I am so happy with my ASX now.

I am hoping the accessories will be available soon here. I want the mud guards and gutter, and maybe other stuff when I see them. What do you guys think are the best accessories? Changing tires medyo out muna.

Congratz on your ride!

The best accessories to get first are the mudguards and gutter, IMHO.

[voden]

I hate the Tucson vs ASX thread. Grabe mga tao doon nakikipag away lang. nakakainis. haha Anyway, para sa mga owners, may backup camera ba yung GLS SE? At okay ba gamitin day to day yung touchscreen? Ang nasakyan ko lang kasi yung GLS at parang ang cheap nung interface nung screen.