1998 Mitsubishi Strada 4WD Double Cab review from Philippines
"The best of the the 4WD pickups currently available in the Philippines"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
Clutch master cylinder needed rebuilding at around 25,000 km.
General comments?
As per a previous review on this model, the Strada is very rugged and a good off-road performer. It handles the terrible Philippines traffic, bumpy roads, and rugged tracks equally well.
With the turbo it is very fast and the equal of most gas-engined vehicles up to about 120 kph. The diesel is quiet within the cab, unlike for example the Isuzu and Mazda.
The body is somewhat rattly (local Philippines assembly) and the truck does bounce quite a bit when lightly loaded.
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| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | Yes |
| First year of ownership | 1998 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2001 |
| Engine and transmission | 2.5 turbo diesel Manual |
| Performance marks | 9/10 |
| Reliability marks | 10/10 |
| Comfort marks | 7/10 |
| Dealer Service marks | 5/10 |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 6/10 |
| Distance when acquired | 24 kilometres |
| Most recent distance | 34200 kilometres |
| Previous car | Honda Civic |
| Date of Entry | 8th May, 2001 |