What is it?
It’s hard to ignore the Mitsubishi ASX’s perennial problem: outstanding rivals such as the Nissan Qashqai and Seat Ateca. The ASX is an aged car - first launched in 2010 and with numerous facelifts since - so it’s no surprise that it’s time for another reinvention to keep up with newer models.
Why no all-new ASX yet? Word is that Mitsubishi has held off launching a new model until it can fully utilise the platforms and technology provided by its alliance with Renault-Nissan, formed in 2017.
Then there’s the recently launched Eclipse Cross. Confusingly, it’s also a Qashqai rival, but the plan is that a next-gen ASX will be more compact than today’s, aligning it with the Nissan Juke. For now, the ASX and Eclipse Cross are competing in a similar space, albeit with the ASX being slightly smaller and cheaper.
This latest ASX facelift includes a new front end, bringing the design in line with the revised Mitsubishi L200, extra safety systems such as a low-speed braking system and updated infotainment, increasing the screen from seven to eight inches as well as offering TomTom nav and real-time traffic information.
The engine line-up is also simplified with just one option, a 148bhp 2.0-litre petrol with five-speed manual or CVT and two- or four-wheel drive.
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I think the new front looks good but
Otherwise I have to admit its an old car now and you want to be getting it for 20k or less if buying one. The interior does look very dated and old now. My local dealer used to sell both Kia and Mitsubishi cars but is only selling Kia cars now. Says it all really I suppose. A pity really as the Eclipse Cross is a great looking car and lovely to sit in too. Just a pity it never got a diesel or even a hyprid or fully electric powertrian when launched.
Mitsubishi ASX
The ASX dates all the way back to Mitsubishi's tie up with Daimler Chrysler and shared it's platform with Chrysler,Dodge & Jeep. For a nigh on ten year old design it's stood up well,I doubt that the styling of Eclipse Cross will last as well as the ASX. For what it offers the ASX is fair value at least it has the option of all wheel drive which isn't the case with other fake SUV's produced by the PSA Group amongst others
Needs a refresh on that
Needs a refresh on that interior too. Looks light years behind the 3008. Damn slow too: 12.2 secs to 60, that must be some kind of record in this segment.
Record
Especially when combined with a £26.5k (est) price tag.