Transcript: Car Comment - Mitsubishi Challenger
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Next Car's Stephen Walker with the Mitsubishi Challenger XLS.
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Broadcast date: 2nd October, 2010
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Is it a station wagon or is it a truck?
The Mitsubishi Challenger has been with us for a good number of years now. It's been proven to be a
steady seller to those who want more than a 4x4 utility.
The Challenger features a tough 4x4 heritage that has proven itself over and over again.
Previously powered by a petrol engine, the new Mitsubishi Challenger is powered by a 2.5 litre
turbocharged diesel engine.
Being a true 4x4, the Challenger station wagon has a transfer case to enable the selection of the
appropriate range. This is real handy for serious 4-wheel driving for those occasions when the going
gets tough.
Around town the Challenger demonstrates its truck-like manner with a very firm ride. This won't
appeal to everyone, but at least it takes those dreaded speed bumps better than many cars!
The Manufacturer's List Price for the Challenger is from $45,000 to $56,500 excluding options and
the usual on-road costs.
The Mitsubishi Challenger is available in two trim levels, with a choice of 5-seat or 7-seat
capacity. The base model, LS, is available as a manual or an auto, whilst the top-of-the-line XLS is
automatic only.
We're driving the XLS 7-seater version at the moment.
Whilst the ride is firmer than some large 4-wheel drives, the Challenger is more compact and
therefore easier to manage in a city environment.
A major attraction of the Mitsubishi Challenger is the 3-tonne towing capacity. This is sure to
appeal to many folks who tow a caravan or a boat or a horse float.
A truck-like station wagon, such as the Mitsubishi Challenger, featuring such good towing
capacity is sure to attract attention away from the popular 4x4 Japanese utes.
And you can even envisage the 'grey nomads' being attracted to this style of vehicle. Sure the
ride is firm, but the Challenger is a good size and it is mighty tough for those wanting to get off
the black-top during their travels.
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