The Mitsubishi Minicab is a series of small vans and trucks that have been in production since 1966. The current models are based on the Suzuki Every and the Suzuki Carry Truck which are supplied to Mitsubishi under an OEM agreement and rebadged to Minicab. It has quite an interesting look. Unlike most vans, it has maintained a vintage look throughout the years making only a few changes to its design. The interior also has a nice, upscale finish with a monochrome cabin, clean dashboard, and modern features. Its fairly spacious cabin makes the Suzuki Every perfect for large families or commercial use. The seats are upright which can be uncomfortable, especially for long-distance drives. However, the back seats are foldable which adds more boot space for carrying cargo. Mitsubishi Minicab Maintenance Costs In Kenya The Mitsubishi Minicab is an economical and easy-to-maintain car that…

The Mitsubishi eK is a small car that has been in production for four generations starting from 2001 and it’s based on the long-running Mitsubishi Minica. It’s a very popular car in Japan due to its excellent functionality and practicality, especially in urban settings. It’s not popular in Kenya where small cars are yet to find acceptance but the trend is shifting as more people are moving to economical cars. It is the same as the Nissan Dayz. Mitsubishi eK Generations First Generation: 2001-2006 Second Generation: 2006-2013 Third Generation: 2013-2019 Fourth Generation: 2019-Present Mitsubishi eK Engines and Drivetrain The third and fourth-generation Mitsubishi eK comes with two engine options; a 658cc, 3-cylinder petrol engine and a 658cc, 3-cylinder turbo petrol engine. These are linked to a CVT transmission and are available in 2WD. Mitsubishi eK Interior On the inside, the cabin is modern and…

The Mitsubishi Pajero IO is a compact SUV that was in production from 1998 to 2007 and it was predecessor to the Pajero Junior. It is larger than the Pajero Mini and they share many similarities, especially body design and interior layout. The Pajero IO was moderately successful in Kenya but it was largely overshadowed by the dominant players such as the Nissan X-Trail, Toyota Rav4, Subaru Forester, and VW Tiguan. In addition, the earlier models gained a reputation for being thirsty which contributed to the slow uptake and the perception was hard to change over the years. Earlier versions were 3-door but this was abolished and the 5-door version was set as standard. It comes with a 1.8-litre, 4-cylinder direct injection engine that is linked to a 4-speed automatic transmission and available in 4WD. It’s equipped with a 4WD system that is known…

The Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution popular known as the Evo is a performance sports car that was in production from 1992 to 2016. It’s famous in safari rally circles in Kenya, especially in the latter years where it has been locked in eternal combat with the Subaru WRX STI. It’s also popular with racing enthusiasts and it’s one of the few cars whose demand far outstrips supply and older versions are still in high demand. The Evolution X which was in production from 2007 to 2016 is particularly noteworthy as it brought on the Golden Era of the Evo where performance and appearance were refined. It features a specially developed 2.0-Litre 4-cylinder turbo engine equipped with torque vectoring that delivers 295 PS of power. It comes with either a 6-speed Twin Clutch SST automatic transmission or a 5-speed manual transmission. The factory models cover the…

The Mitsubishi Pajero Sport is a 7-seater SUV that has been in production for three generations starting from 1996 to present. It is alternatively known as the Shogun Sport and was built on the Pajero platform. The Pajero Sport however does not enjoy as much success in Kenya as other similar sized SUVs such as the Toyota Fortuner and the Toyota Prado. This might however change soon with the availability of the third-generation model in the second-hand market. It has a modern design that coupled with its 7-seater capacity will appeal to more people than ever before. Mitsubishi Pajero Sport Generation First Generation: 1996 – 1998 Second Generation: 1998 – 2016 Third Generation: 2015 – Present Engines and Drivetrain The third generation Pajero Sport comes with three engine options; a 3.0-litre petrol engine, a 2.4-litre turbo diesel engine, and a 3.0-litre turbo diesel engine….

The Mitsubishi Shogun is another name for the Pajero. It has been in production from 1982 to present. The first generation was in production from 1982 to 1991, the second generation from 1991 to 1999, the third generation from 1999 to 2006 and the fourth generation from 2006 to present. The Mitsubishi Shogun is a large 4×4 with a capacity to comfortably carry 7 passengers. In the first row, the space is excellent and there’s enough legroom for tall people. In the second row, the legroom is similarly impressive with enough room to stretch. In the third row, the space is moderate and passengers will find it tolerable. The seats are not as well elevated as in the Land Rover Discovery so passengers sit with a slight bend to the knees. On the outside, the Mitsubishi Shogun is a tall car with sharp and…

The Mitsubishi Rosa is a line of medium-sized buses that have been in production since the 1960s and was initially known as the Mitsubishi Light Bus. In Kenya, the Rosa is more popular with corporate transport as opposed to public transport and it’s regarded as a comfortable and safe commercial transport vehicle. It faces stiff competition from locally assembled buses that are based on Isuzu and Mitsubishi truck frames. Nevertheless, the Rosa is an excellent bus for those in need of a safe mass transport vehicle that meets international standards. The latest Mitsubishi Rosa comes with two engine options; a 3.0-litre turbo diesel 4P10 engine and a 4.0-litre turbo diesel 4D34 engine. These are available with either a 5-Speed manual transmission or a 6-Speed automatic transmission and 2WD and 4WD options are offered. The Mitsubishi Rosa is available in 3 body types: Short body,…

The Mitsubishi Mirage is a small car that has been in production from 1978 to present. Production took a pause in 2003 and resumed in 2012. It replaced the Mitsubishi Colt that was discontinued in 2013 and the Mirage has since become a favorite economy car in many markets around the world. It competes with the Nissan March, Suzuki Alto, and Daihatsu Mira. The Mitsubishi Mirage is a utilitarian car that comes with basic features and fewer luxuries. The legroom at the front row is decent and people of average height will find it manageable. In the second row, the legroom is decent but tall people will find it tight. The Mitsubishi Mirage is a narrow and short car that is best suited for navigating tight urban roads. It is offered with a choice of bright colors such as lemonade yellow, pop green, and…