Mitsubishi

Mitsubishi has a long history of producing reliable vehicles. In 2012, the Mitsubishi Lancer received an award as the most reliable car since 1997 from Warranty Direct. However, the company failed to maintain its reliability standards during the past decade. In 2017, J.D. Power listed Mitsubishi seventh from the bottom in its Dependability Survey with 182 defects for every 100 cars. Common issues of the models from this year include peeling clear coats, premature automatic transmission failure, clutch failure, and suspension issues. Despite this setback, Mitsubishi remains an automaker that embraces innovation and change, and the company is in the process of addressing the reliability issues. Since the release of J.D. Power’s 2017 Dependability Survey, Mitsubishi has been releasing more reliable vehicles. One of these models is the 2022 Mitsubishi Outlander, which scored 86/100 for quality and reliability in the J.D. Power Consumer Rating. This vehicle also offers plenty of standard features and seating for seven people. If Mitsubishi maintains this level of reliability, it is likely only a matter of time before the manufacturer is a leader in automobile dependability again.

Mitsubishi remains a good brand to buy, thanks to the integration of Japanese manufacturing principles. With Mitsubishi, you get many benefits that many other automotive brands don’t offer, with innovation being the most significant. All-Wheel Control handling is a prominent feature and a favourite among owners who require optimal manoeuvrability on rough terrain. Mitsubishi is increasingly focusing on the development of hybrids and plug-in hybrids. These models generally have a low cost-to-own, thanks to excellent fuel consumption. The CO2 production of these vehicles is also low. Vehicles from this automaker are also a viable option due to the availability of high-end features in base models. Mitsubishi incorporates the latest cockpit tech, including keyless ignitions and infotainment features. Mitsubishi’s regular vehicles are generally fuel-efficient, and you don’t need to buy a hybrid to enjoy an optimal fuel economy. Models offering excellent fuel efficiency include the Mitsubishi Mirage and Mitsubishi Mirage G4.

Life expectancy is a critical consideration whether you are in the market for a new or used car. During a recent mileage study that featured 1,800 Mitsubishi models from 1993 to 2017, only four vehicles had more than 300,000 miles, or 482,803 kilometres, on the clock. Only around 6% of these vehicles had more than 200,000 miles or 321,868 kilometres. In the same study, 18% of Honda Accords had more than 200,000 miles on the clock, which means the percentage of Mitsubishi cars that make it past 300,000 miles is relatively small. Under its Diamond Advantage program, Mitsubishi Australia offers a 10-year/200,000-kilometre warranty. However, if you want to receive this benefit, you must undergo regular servicing through a Mitsubishi dealership for the entire duration of the warranty. With a life expectancy of about 320,000 kilometres and an average yearly driving distance of 13,000 kilometres per year, most well-maintained Mitsubishi models last their owners around 24 years.