Mitsubishi Grandis (04-10) - Review

Review by David Ross on
Last Updated: 23 April 2009
The sharp-looking Grandis is a stylish people carrier that can seat seven thanks to a spacious cabin and clever extra folding seats that disappear into the boot floor. It comes well equipped as standard - making it good value for money, especially as a used buy. There are two engines available but the most popular choice is the 2.0-litre DI-D diesel which is actually a Volkswagen unit. The light steering means it's not enjoyable on twisting roads, but it's surprisingly easy to manoeuvre in town and makes a good long distance motorway car.
3 out of 5

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Sleek looks, strong Volkswagen-sourced diesel, seven-seats, well equipped as standard

Lacklustre performance, poor automatic gearbox, light steering

The sharp-looking Grandis is a stylish people carrier that can seat seven thanks to a spacious cabin and clever extra folding seats that disappear into the boot floor. It comes well equipped as standard - making it good value for money, especially as a used buy. There are two engines available but the most popular choice is the 2.0-litre DI-D diesel which is actually a Volkswagen unit. The light steering means it's not enjoyable on twisting roads, but it's surprisingly easy to manoeuvre in town and makes a good long distance motorway car.

Driving & Performance

  • Performance

    3 out of 5

    "Originally just one engine was offered - a 165bhp four-cylinder 2.4-litre with a four-speed..."

  • Handling

    3 out of 5

    "Despite its size, Grandis doesn't feel too cumbersome on the road. The steering is light and it..."

Comfort

  • Comfort

    3.5 out of 5

    "The Grandis is great for long distance trips where its refined cabin and quiet engine make it well..."

  • Practicality

    4 out of 5

    "With all seven seats in place, there's little room for luggage. In five-seat configuration the..."

  • Equipment

    4 out of 5

    "Even the entry-level Classic trim comes generously kitted out with climate control, electrically..."

  • Behind the wheel

    3.5 out of 5

    "The driver's seat is well shaped, gives good support and is adjustable in many ways - there's even a..."

Costs

  • Running costs

    3 out of 5

    "The Grandis offers reasonable running costs, although the petrol version is thirsty and expensive to..."

  • Green credentials

    2.5 out of 5

    "The Grandis performs fairly badly on the eco front, due mainly to the uneconomical 2.4-litre petrol..."

Safety & Reliability

  • Safety

    4 out of 5

    "Although the Grandis has no Euro NCAP rating, it does come with eight airbags, ABS (with electronic..."

  • Reliability

    4 out of 5

    "Mitsubishis have a well-earned reputation for mechanical reliability and there is no reason to..."

Buying & Selling

  • Buying new

    3 out of 5

    "The Grandis has been on sale for a while now and isn't a very popular people carrier, despite being..."

  • Buying used

    4 out of 5

    "If you want a seven-seat, distinctive and affordable people carrier then the Grandis could be an..."

  • Selling

    3 out of 5

    "The diesel model will command more on the used market than the 2.4-litre, especially if it's one of..."

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