1994 Mitsubishi RVR Super Sports Gear review from UK and Ireland

The spare tire is on a swinging arm on the back of the boot. If you don't open the arm properly before opening the boot lid, the boot lid scrapes against the arm. Some paint has come off from there and there is a tiny spot of rust. I'm planning to rub it down and touch it up, then place a rubber grommet over that area so as to stop it happening again.

Maybe I'm expecting too much, but the handling is decidedly iffy. If you take it around a medium sized roundabout the wheels start screeching without you even trying to push it.

There's a disconcerting vibration when driving over 100mph. I've had the tracking done so the wheels might need balancing.

Only 4 seater, though the things you gain with the absence of a third seat in the back are nice (arm rests that double up as little tables, and storage compartments).

Excellent family car for those who like something that is subtle and can perform.

The back seats move backwards and forwards, can be reclined, and even laid flat to become a bed. When fully back there is acres of legroom in the back seat, and still a fair amount of boot space. Kids love all the room.

If you need lots of room, say to transport a wardrobe, the back seats can be folded up against the front seats and you get a large flat area for loading.

Speed is excellent. I'm not sure of the actual power rating, but stock I've had figures quoted of 227bhp and 247bhp. I have a Japanese test certificate that says this car has more like 266bhp (I can't see any sign of mods so this last one is unlikely). I'll get it dynoed and then post an update.

Off the mark it's very quick though takes a bit of practice cos low-end torque is a bit lacking.

Coming out of corners is beautiful cos of the four-wheel drive.