Mitsubishi pick up where they left off with their new L200 - Irish Independent
But they, like the economy, are certainly picking up again. otherwise it could cost nearly €900. I think Mitsubishi see potential globally, though, because they are calling the latest version a 'Sport Utility Truck'. Yet, and I know this sounds strange when talking about a commercial proposition, an element of the old car that came in for a lot of criticism was how 'tame' it looked. Yes, folks like their pickups to have real attitude - such as the Toyota Hilux, Nissan Navara and Ford Ranger rivals. That's why this new one (the fifth generation), due in Ireland in August, is going to look a lot different out front. Side by side with the old one it has attitude alright, with a strong, strong grille. It also has a new 2. 4-litre, lighter, 181bhp diesel (manual and auto) that is quieter overall. Emissions, at 173g/km, are down from 204g/km and drop to 189g/km from 225g/km on the auto. Along with the 181hp, there is 430Nm of torque - a vital element for this sort of vehicle - at 2,500rpm. The 'bed' or cargo area (at 1,520 mm) is 29. 2pc of the overall length, and 15mm deeper (475 mm) so you can carry more. Despite being lighter, the vehicle's towing capacity is. Source: www.independent.ie
