Everything you need to know about the Mitsubishi ASX

• Is the Mitsubishi ASX a good car? 
• Who is the Mitsubishi ASX a good car for?
• Is the Mitsubishi ASX a good first car?
• Is the Mitsubishi ASX a good family car?
• Is there a Hybrid Mitsubishi ASX?
• What’s it like to drive? 
• Reviewer’s opinion
• What does it look like?
• What is the Mitsubishi ASX like inside? 
• Tech features
• Price and specs
• Which is the cheapest ASX?
• How much does it cost?
• Similar Cars to the Mitsubishi ASX

The ASX is the smaller of the two crossover models offered by Mitsubishi. Find out everything we think you should know about the compact model here.

In this article:

Is the Mitsubishi ASX a good car? 

Enthusiasts of the brand will know that this model is a good option as it will do exactly what it promises. However, when compared with some of its segment peers, it is slightly antiquated.

Who is the Mitsubishi ASX a good car for?

The Mitsubishi ASX is a good car for younger individuals that are planning or has just started a family. While it won’t tackle a rugged 4X4 route, it does offer good ground clearance and a punchy motor for urban and rural travelling.

Is the Mitsubishi ASX a good first car?

The model does lean itself as a good first car with its compact dimensions and good visibility to the outside. It is a practical choice and at the price of the entry-level variants, an attainable one too.

Is the Mitsubishi ASX a good family car?

The ASX offers ample space inside the cabin and boot to accommodate a family comfortably. In addition, customers will be happy to know that the LS variants provide seven airbags for the protection of the vehicle occupants in the case of an accident.

Is there a Hybrid Mitsubishi ASX?

At the time of writing this article, there are no hybrid derivatives as yet. All the ASX variants are powered by a 2.0-litre, 4-cylinder petrol engine, developing 110 kW and 197 Nm of torque.

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What’s it like to drive? 

Reviewer’s opinion

We found the ASX best when cruising just below the national limit, where the ride is acceptable, the cabin intrusion average and the engine not overworking, spinning at around 3 500r/min. In the stop/start commute scenario, we found ourselves wanting an automatic after 3 hours a day of depressing the clutch and self-shifting. We also headed to a local off-road route to grab some photographs, where the 195mm of ground clearance allowed us to tackle one of the more basic trails, however, we would recommend that light-off-roading be the limit for a front-wheel-drive crossover like the ASX.

– Sean Nurse AutoTrader

What does it look like?

Exterior

Interior

What is the Mitsubishi ASX like inside? 

The interior offers up hard but durable plastics and on the ES derivatives, customers can expect cloth seats whereas the LS variants get leather upholstery. The latest iterations of the ASX get a competent touchscreen infotainment system with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto functionality, however, the screen resolution is quite low. In terms of space, the ASX, even as the smaller of the two crossovers on offer from the Japanese automaker, offer ample of space for the rear occupants and a large 406-litres boot.

Style

An area for which Mitsubishi needs to be commended is its unique styling. The ASX, although similar in design to the rest of Mitsubishi’s line-up, is quite different from the other competitors in this segment. The exterior has a sharp and angular design and is finished of with chrome trim to add to its exclusivity. The bright daytime running lights and darkened taillamps do add its premium style.

Tech features

• LED headlamps
• LED daytime running lights
• Electronic Traction Control
• Hill Start Assist
• Multi-function steering wheel
• Bluetooth
• Voice Recognition
• Cruise Control
• Keyless entry and start
• 8-inch WVGA touch display
• Android Auto / CarPlay
• USB input

Price and specs

Which is the cheapest ASX?

The cheapest Mitsubishi ASX is the entry trim ASX 2.0 ES – prices usually start from R 371 995

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How much does it cost?

*Pricing correct at time of publishing and subject to change without notice.

Competitors

Similar Cars to the Mitsubishi ASX

Chery Tiggo 4 Pro

KIA Sonet

Toyota Corolla Cross

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