1996 Mitsubishi Magna Executive Wagon review from Australia and New Zealand
"Great family car"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
Oil leak at 60 000k.
Auto transmission gone at 140 000k. Cost $1800!
Interior globes blow more frequently than other cars I have owned.
Stepper motor on idle gone at 120000k, cost $240!!
Wears the front tyres. Align regularly.
General comments?
Good performance.
9L/100km.
Roomy wagon for 5.
Quiet inside.
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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 | 2.6L Automatic |
| Performance marks | 9/10 |
| Reliability marks | 9/10 |
| Comfort marks | 10/10 |
| Dealer Service marks | 8/10 |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 7/10 |
| Distance when acquired | 45000 kilometres |
| Most recent distance | 160000 kilometres |
| Previous car | Nissan Nomad van |
| Date of Entry | 26th September, 2001 |

