2002 Mitsubishi L200 Warrior from UK and Ireland - Comments

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I have finally got a L200 warrior in Black after drooling over them for the last 2 years.

It has no gusto and max speed is 94mph (shh), but it has more to give, you can hear it, it doesn't howl its head off. I have recently found that there is a power upgrade to be had, which is about £650, which takes it up to 140bhp. The engine noise inside the cab is loud, but not too loud. It comes as a typical diesel and is slow off the mark, so taking a risk on a busy roundabout or junction can be pretty hairy.

It has a fantastic driving position and the seats encourage you not to slump and slouch. There is plenty of room at the front of the cab for driver and passenger with ample leg room. The air-con is simple and very effective.

Maneuvers are tricky in the beginning, getting used to the length of the whole vehicle when you have no brilliant view of the rear end can take a little getting used to (could do with a proximity alarm), but I have managed Tesco and Asda car parks without too much trouble. It has not too bad a lock, but the turning circle is a little wide, and some maneuvers which are simple in a family car, may take a 3 point turn in the L200.

There is no decent room in the back for the larger adult, especially in leg room, and the rear doors are quite small, but as I only have 2 children to accommodate the rear, it's not a dead loss. I do, however, like the privacy of the blackened windows at the rear. It has fantastic big side mirrors to compensate for lack of rear view.

It a bit of a gas guzzler and will do about 340 miles to a full tank, which is roughly about 35mpg, although is will be a little less if you have a lead foot (like my husband seems to have). With fuel prices as they are today (16th June 2004), you are looking at about £50 - £55 on average to fill the tank with diesel.

As I am a member of the female side of our species, I do tend to get strange looks for driving such a macho vehicle; if it was human it would positively ooze testosterone. It begs attention and get it from all angles to suppress its' ego. It is definitely an impressive looking pick-up, especially in black (which unfortunately shows every smudge and fingerprint). I dread washing it as it is tall and broad.

Getting insurance was a total nightmare, even though it was bought through our business, it was not bought as a commercial vehicle as we do not do deliveries, call outs etc, it was bought to replace a Vauxhall Zafira (although a nice car in itself, everyone has one). Not one insurance company we phoned understood that we bought a pick-up for leisure apart from one guy that knew what it looked like, all the other keyboard punching rep only saw what was on the screen in front of them, so we relented and took out a commercial insurance.

But regardless of any bad points it may have, it lovely to drive and I have found the ride to be smooth and so far hassle free. I will not regret this baby.

Hi going to say I have driven a back l200 warrior once then I went out a brought one. it has took me two years to get to this point and I pick it up the first week in September 04 about one week time. can't wait.

As I am only 20 insurance is a nigthmere just shop around I got mine for £1687 which is very good.

Cheers.

Our insurance for me (a female of the species) being the main driver with hubby being the named second was just under £1000 (apparently this was the cheaper way) and from what the insurance said, going down by roughly £100 a year for each no-claims up to 5 years.

An option we only saw after getting the insurance we have now was by buying 4x4 magazines, there are tons of insurance companies out there that are clambering over themselves to give you insurance for a pick-up, so we are going to get quotes from some of these companies and see what the gist is.

I will post some quotes here for people to get an idea (if that is allowed)

You go girl. I pick up my 54 next tuesday. i knew I wanted it as soon as I saw it.didn`t need a test drive. I had a little trouble with insurance. BUT churchills had no problem with a premium of 480.00 I do have 5yrs no claims or fines.

I am however looking for a top and rear bumper with trailer hitch. so off I go into the 4x4 mag`s.where did you get your`s?top that is.

Myself and my husband got our insurance for our L200 Warrior for just over £400.00 fully comp from a company called A Plan. We specified that it is on drive not garaged and we have 6 years no claims no 01793 868888.

Hi, I'm looking at an insurance qoute from Direct Line for £367, for myself & partner with the vehicle on the driveway overnight, OK I'm 40 with full no claims, but at least Direct Line acknowledge the vehicle!

Try the NFU they are very cheap for pickups.

Hi everybody out there trying to get cheap insurance on L200 I have a L200 warrior and found that two companies came out tops on quotes.

First a company called van insurance

second budget insurance

both found on the internet I went with van insurance who understood that I was not a company, but still wanted a warrior.

Hi everyone, I'm 22yrs old (male) and so desperate for a L200, I am financially able to get one, but just trying to make sure it aint a silly move, I travel 600 a week on the motorway so I am wondering if this vehicle is going to be good for the journey? also would like more information on the possible power upgrade, will it affect the vehicle over time?

Many thanks john.

The chap that is travelling 600 miles per week on the motorway have a good think about the warrior. Great vehicle, but a little thirsty and can be very unreliable. Know lots of owners some have had no trouble, but some like myself have been plagued. For evidence read my review. Being high up in the cab is great in traffic though you can see problems ahead nice and early.

Hello.

My husband desperately wants an L200 Trojan (the older style). Can anyone give me a clue as to what it does to the gallon of diesel. I have been searching on the Internet, but am getting mixed results. He's trying to convince me it will do about 26MPG combined, so I would appreciate the comments from someone who already owns one.

Always wanted a Warrior, got one now, had it about 6 months.

55 plate, bought privately. Was a bit concerned about big motor... big problems...big money. Don't regret a thing so far. Bit juicy, but not as bad as I expected, it's a big truck I would say 30MPG mixed motoring. I have heard that power upgrades can cause problems though for all you who need more speed, although I don't understand why, it's a truck! buy a sports car if its speed you need. Mines got fair bit of chrome and regularly turns heads. Good all round motor and I love it. no faults with design or running. Handy for shopping, kids bikes, rubbish to dump, all round winner in my opinion.

I really want a warrior but I'm only 19... will it be possible for me to get insured?

Had my L200 for over twelve months now. It's a beast, the wife loves it, it roars and everyone gets out of your way.

We reckon we get around 28-30mpg. It may not be the most practical vehicle on the road, but boy do you get the looks when you drive around town. Let's face it, no one looks twice if you're in something common.

Its black of course with all the chrome trim. Also have the chrome bars on the back with nice big chrome spots - it's ace.

I have managed to get mine insured for £320 for me and the better half. Mind you we are both in our forties with full no claims.

I am about to buy a power upgrade; anyone know how good these really are?