New Mitsubishi Strada [ARCHIVED]

[nugundam93]

the navarra is made by which company? :D

i can't wait to see if the strada competes uli sa 2007 dakar.

[carlocaraddict]

the navarra is made by which company? :D

Nissan Navarra. Frontier ng Australia

[nugundam93]

ahhh. sou ka,. :D

[Djerms]

Yup maganda din yang Nissan Navarra. I have an issue of australian 4x4 mag: Navarra vs. Hi-lux.

Sabi ng friend ko from Mitsu, mukhang malabo ipasok ang 3.2L variant dito. Pero alam mo naman yang mga yan, syempre hindi nila sasabihin kasi they also want to sell their 2.5L variant.

[jim]

wow ganda rin tignan nung kulay white pero mas astig pa rin ang kulay black

[eggman]

Ilalabas nang MMPC ang 3.2 Hyper CRDI na Strada dito kaya nga inalis yung Traction Control sa 2.5 diba.Kahit saang comparison eh parating panalo ang Navara 2.5 CRDi laban sa Strada.Though dito sa pinas eh for sure mas pipiliian parin ng mga buyers ang Strada(wala paring plans ang UMC na ilabas dito ang new Frontier.)

[cardo]

Hey Guys!

did you take out for a spin? Hows the suspension? Malambot ba? Comfy as a sedan? does it have good power for sudden overtaking?

hmmm kelan kaya ilalabas yun 3.2?

I guess ford na lang inaantay natin para complete na yun pickup models sa PH, then maybe thats the time to do a comparo of all pickups. wohoo!

thanks

Thanks for accompanying me Carlo...hehe, naextra pa yung Dmax ko sa first pic.

Well here's what I have to say in addition to Carlo's initial reviews (wala pa kasing test drive):

1. I don't like the plasticky interior and exterior (even for the loaded model). Also noticed a very cheap chromed sidemirror. (depends on personal preference)

2. Navigation screen, Tire pressure monitor (tho unreadable at daytime - carlo needed to cover it with his palm to be able to read the indications), and power rearview mirror is indeed a plus (unique in its class)

3. Rear seats are the best in its class...spacious and SUV like (compared to the Dmax's upright rear seats)

4. Front seats lack ample lumbar support (better than the Hi-lux but inferior to the Dmax's) - IMO

5. Engine compartment is spacious typical of Mitsubishi diesel rigs

6. Engine noise comparable to Hi-Lux's D4d and waaaaaay better than isuzu's

7. Base model has a 205/70/r16 tires while the loaded has a 245/70/r16s

8. There is an awkward box-like overhang under the front bumpers (where the skid plates are usually located). Not sure if this affects the approach angle of the vehicle.

9. Rear bumper of the loaded model sucks big time (better off without it)

10. Manual 4wd shifter

I've yet to be impressed...maybe the test drive will do the trick but right now...I'll stick with my Dmax.

Guys, these are just my personal opinions. Some may think otherwise:

1. Plastics - this is a plus for some owners for easy cleaning. Aesthetically impaired but practically great.

2. Manual 4wd - is definitely a plus for hardcore offroaders

Carlo,
Alam ko na kung ano ang kamukha ng hazard button ng strada...look at the civic's. Thanks again bro and see you next week.

djerms and I went to diamond motors valle verde this morning to check out the all-new Strada.

Comments:
-truck bed is small.
-hard plastics surround the interior
-ABS and twin airbags even on the base model is a plus
-screen navigation on the hi-end model is also a plus
-I like the dark colored fabrics.
-ample legroom at the rear
-good seating position for rear passengers

[Bogeyman]

Pag-asa na lang natin for a definitive test drive is at the Mitsubishi Fun Camp on October 20-22 sa The Fort.

[eggman]

Ayon sa June 2006 issue ng What Car? UK(Navara 2.5 vs Hilux 2.5 vs Strada 2.5) eh maganda ang ride comfort ng Strada though talo siya pagdating sa handling kahit may Traction Control.

[isketi]

(wala paring plans ang UMC na ilabas dito ang new Frontier.)

Ano bang hinihintay nila, pasko? Sabagay malapit na.