... Good stowage, good driving position and performance, with Mitsubishi' s famed build quality and realiability, make this a thoroughly decent mid sixed 4x4 oil burner. ENJOY.... Read review
Advantages: a reliable, spacious 4x4 Disadvantages: can feel awkward at times
We are now on our second of these meduim sized soft roaders, and have never had any problems with them.
Smaller and less bulky than the grown-up shogun, the sport never the less has a good road presence. The higher driving postion, large but well styled mirrors and ample glass gives an excellent view of the road, both in front and behind (marred slightly by the addition of rear passenger head rests) with only a marginal blind spot on the rear ... ...a car of this sort. The torquey 2.5l turbo diesel is a good lump, paired to a fairly good 5 speed gearbox. Low gears have plenty of power, but this seems to have compromised top end speed (106 maximum on German autobahn's)..When cold the gearbox can be stiff, lumpy and uncompramising, but soon eases into a well workable transmission. Added to this the excellent transfer box, suppliying a flyshift option between two high and four high ratios under ... more
We are now on our second of these meduim sized soft roaders, and have never had any problems with them. Smaller and less bulky than the grown-up shogun, the sport never the less has a good road presence. The higher driving postion, large but well styled mirrors and ample glass gives an excellent view of the road, both in front and behind (marred slightly by the addition of rear passenger head rests) with only a marginal blind spot on the rear quarter. The all round driving performance is good from a car of this sort. The torquey 2.5l turbo diesel is a good lump, paired to a fairly good 5 speed gearbox. Low gears have plenty of power, but this seems to have compromised top end speed (106 maximum on German autobahn's)..When cold the gearbox can be stiff, lumpy and uncompramising, but soon eases into a well workable transmission. Added to this the excellent transfer box, suppliying a flyshift option between two high and four high ratios under 60 mph, which can come in very handy when travelling through varying road conditions and weather. A four low ratio is also available from stop, usefull for steep inclines, heavy loads or (as can happen) getting out of thick mud. The turning circle is fair for a larger car with a well balanced power steering system. The cabin layout is spacious with plenty of room for driver and passengers in comfort, with a full length step bar to aid getting in and out (perfect for people of a short disposition). Driving controls are all within easy reach and simple to use. Dials are clearly set out with an all round clean look for the dashboard. The only slight complaint is that to start with, the handbrake position high on the transmission tunnel can feel awkward, especially with the between seat stowage but this is nicely upholstered. In the rear is plenty of head room facillitated by the flat roof and seats three adults quite comfortably. The split 2-1 layout lays flat with the rest of the boot floor simply and quickly, giving a good sized stowage space on one level. The floor is flush with the rear door for easy loading and unloading, with two underfloor trays, and two extra stowage compartments on the flanks behind the wheel arches. The spare wheel is located externally beneath the rear of the vehicle, saving on space inside, on a simple winch system, and from what I have seen it's not too vunerable to damage in this position. Along that note, the ground clearence is fair for this type of vehicle, with a sump guard to protect the bottom of the engine from debris. That said this ISN'T a practical off road vehicle as standard. No differential lock, no hand throttle, road tyres and an abundance of plastic trim really gives the game away. All in all though a good soft roader, easily able to cope with muddy car parks, snowy mountain roads and camp sites. Good stowage, good driving position and performance, with Mitsubishi' s famed build quality and realiability, make this a thoroughly decent mid sixed 4x4 oil burner. ENJOY.
Advantages: Good Looks / More than capable off-roader Disadvantages: "Agricultural" feel & Running costs
...the end of your journey. Mitsubishi claim around 27mpg sitting at motorway speeds for their diesel variants which i would agree with which on balance sounds quite economical for a big brute. However, I own a 4 litre petrol Ford Explorer (Yeh, ok It looks like a brick compared to the Shogun) which on the same journey returns just over 25mpg, and with diesel now costing on average 9p a litre more expensive than unleaded ,is a diesel variant now the ... ...its inbuilt compass in that it decided to read South when heading North etc. Ok this may only be nit picking and may not be of use to 99% of the general public but im from the school of "If its fitted then it should work perfectly, no excuses".Load space in the rear is good if not fantastic (More space available in the Ford Explorer / Land Rover Discovery / Toyota Land Cruiser) unless of course you opt for the 7 seat versions of these models (Except ...
HarryGee 21.08.2005
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Advantages: A Great Driving Position Disadvantages: Not Available in Auto Diesel
The first thing that struck me about the Shogun Sport - was its Sporty Looks, Having had 2 Fronterra's it was time for a change. Having liked Shogun's for a while.....but not having Shogun Money the Sport offered a good entry Level, and I personally think it is better looking than the Bigger shogun.
I purchased the "Warrier" edition in January this year in Silver - Nice leather Interior and Air Conditioning coming as standard.
16' Alloys and Auto ... ...having to pay extra for a Remote Central Locking and Alarm System.
The change for me to Shogun has been Fantastic - even though I have to driva a manual again after years of Automatic.
The Performance thus far has been great, it holds the road well in the wet - great on motoways and buzzes about town.
Fuel consumption is OK too, getting about 350 Miles to the Tank (about 60 litres).
For anyone thinking of making the change - Go For it, you will ...
chrisnico 29.06.2004
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Advantages: Looks Great Disadvantages: Where should I start ... read below
I've had from new a Black Shogun Sport Warrior 2.5TD Dies Man since April 2004 - and I must I've been disappointed from the beginning. Here goes ...
First of all ...
I had to replace a front tyre (puncture) in May 04 - no problem you'd think .... No one in Birmingham stocked this size of tyre. Special order from Continental - 2-day wait. Really poor body work - didn't feel very well made - supported by the occassional little dent appearing as a ... ...Poor turning circle. Not a great deal of power. Drinks fuel - between 22 and 28mpg.
Poor spec inside the car.
Seats are uncomfortable.
And finally, this really topped it off - after 2.5yrs of ownership and less than 15,000 miles on the clock (mostly motorway driving) - I had to replace the clutch at a cost of £650! Was told by my local main dealer that it must be how I'm driving the car (they'd experience clutch replacements after 7500 miles). ...
TownAndCountyGardensLtd 10.01.2007
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Advantages: Will drive up the side of a house Disadvantages: Slowly
I love this car!
The Shogun Sport is a powerful off roader but a bit more refined than the Shogun. A "Diet Shogun" perhaps.
It has quite a clunky appearence and while it has great road presence, this is due to it looking a bit mean and fit for purpose, rather than it having any great beauty!
The engine and 4x4 system are very effective and easy to get the benefit from but this car is built for power, not for speed. It will pull you up the side ... ...are not going to go very fast. I do not know whether this pay off is inherent in the nature of 4x4s or whether speed was just not very high on Mitsubishi's list of requirements but that is the choice you have to make with the Shogun Sport. I have not taken my car on off road tracks but we frequently drive in muddy fields or very eneven ground and I have never felt that it was really being tested. It has also been good for pulling horseboxes out of ...
catshark88 15.05.2007
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Have owned my shogun sport for nearly two years problem so far i had a a/c belt making a noise and had climed of the centre of the pully mitsi reolaced the belt with no pre-aranged apointment great customer service. i drive my cars hard and this one is real tough and torqey i have had mine chipped and this is a worthy mod which makes the big truck nippyer ive been in water up to the bonnet and pulled my 1600 kg caravan with ease. to sumerise they arent quick but there tough reliable and if you drive sensibly there is no problem ...
steveygreen 19.10.2008
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