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2007 Mitsubishi Endeavor Full Review
Date Published: 4/09/08
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2007 Mitsubishi Endeavor Review
This car-type midsize SUV shuffles trim levels and adds curtain side airbags for 2007. Endeavor comes in LS form and new-for-'07 SE trim. SE replaces the '06 Limited model. All Endeavors seat five. A 225-hp V6 and 4-speed automatic transmission is the sole powertrain. Both models offer front-wheel drive or all-wheel drive that lacks low-range gearing. ABS and traction control are standard. AWD models have an antiskid system. Front side airbags are standard. So are curtain side airbags, which were previously unavailable. A navigation system is newly available, but DVD entertainment is no longer offered.
Competition
Consumer Guide® Automotive places each vehicle into one of 18 classes based on size, price, and market position. Larger than Compact SUVs, Midsize SUVs offer a mix of car- and truck-type construction, V6 and V8 power, and up to eight-passenger seating. This class also includes crossover vehicles.
Our Best Buy choice is the Honda Pilot. Our Recommended picks are the Ford Explorer, Ford Freestyle, Mazda CX-7, Nissan Murano, and Toyota Highlander.
New or significantly redesigned models include the Dodge Nitro, Ford Edge, GMC Acadia, Hyundai Santa Fe, Mazda CX-7, Mazda CX-9, Saturn Outlook, Suzuki XL-7, and Toyota FJ Cruiser.
Our Best Buy choice is the Honda Pilot. Our Recommended picks are the Ford Explorer, Ford Freestyle, Mazda CX-7, Nissan Murano, and Toyota Highlander.
New or significantly redesigned models include the Dodge Nitro, Ford Edge, GMC Acadia, Hyundai Santa Fe, Mazda CX-7, Mazda CX-9, Saturn Outlook, Suzuki XL-7, and Toyota FJ Cruiser.
News
Endeavor stands to be overshadowed by Mitsubishi's redesigned Outlander SUV, which seats up to seven, not just five, and promises better fuel economy. Given that, we'd look for Endeavor to be recast as a "driver's" crossover a la BMW X3. That suggests a Ralliart version in the near future with racy cosmetics and upgraded suspension. A recent concept supports that idea, but cash-short Mitsubishi might not be able to afford it.
Mitsubishi is now fighting for its life in the U.S. market, where its reputation is as badly damaged as its sales prospects. Assuming it works a turnaround in the next few years, Endeavor would redesigned around model-year 2011, sources say, though production might shift from Illinois to an overseas facility.
Mitsubishi is now fighting for its life in the U.S. market, where its reputation is as badly damaged as its sales prospects. Assuming it works a turnaround in the next few years, Endeavor would redesigned around model-year 2011, sources say, though production might shift from Illinois to an overseas facility.
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2007 Mitsubishi Endeavor Road Test
| Pros | Cons |
| Passenger and cargo room | Visibility |
Consumer Guide® Road Test Ratings
Acceleration
Strong off the line; test AWD SE did 8.4 sec 0-60 mph. Good midrange response requires a heavy throttle foot to get a downshift from smooth-acting transmission, making its manual-shift feature useful on congested freeways and in hilly terrain. Towing capacity is 3500 lb.
| 2WD LS | AWD SE | Class Average |
| 5 | 5 | 5.2 |
Strong off the line; test AWD SE did 8.4 sec 0-60 mph. Good midrange response requires a heavy throttle foot to get a downshift from smooth-acting transmission, making its manual-shift feature useful on congested freeways and in hilly terrain. Towing capacity is 3500 lb.
Fuel Economy
Test AWD models averaged 11.0-16.8 mpg, depending on driving conditions. No opportunity yet to measure with 2WD models. Mitsubishi recommends premium-grade fuel.
| 2WD LS | AWD SE | Class Average |
| 4 | 3 | 4 |
Test AWD models averaged 11.0-16.8 mpg, depending on driving conditions. No opportunity yet to measure with 2WD models. Mitsubishi recommends premium-grade fuel.
Ride Quality
Soft but stable. Never jarring over bumps, with pleasing absence of undue float on highway and minimal side-to-side or fore-aft rocking.
| 2WD LS | AWD SE | Class Average |
| 6 | 6 | 5.5 |
Soft but stable. Never jarring over bumps, with pleasing absence of undue float on highway and minimal side-to-side or fore-aft rocking.
Steering/Handling/Braking
Near carlike manners, with moderate cornering lean and good highway stability despite some wander in gusty crosswinds. Steering precise, but feels too light as speed rises. Good stopping control, but brake pedal travel longer than ideal.
| 2WD LS | AWD SE | Class Average |
| 5 | 5 | 4.5 |
Near carlike manners, with moderate cornering lean and good highway stability despite some wander in gusty crosswinds. Steering precise, but feels too light as speed rises. Good stopping control, but brake pedal travel longer than ideal.
Quietness
Noticeable highway wind rush from front pillar area. Engine and road noise nicely hushed.
| 2WD LS | AWD SE | Class Average |
| 5 | 5 | 5.6 |
Noticeable highway wind rush from front pillar area. Engine and road noise nicely hushed.
Controls
A strong point. Gauges easy to read. Audio and climate controls large, clearly marked, easy to reach. SE has dashtop audio/compass/climate display separate from actual controls; it can be hard to read in some light conditions. Smooth, precise switchgear, trendy blue dashboard lighting. Most cabin trim appropriate for price, though LS seat cloth looks unattractively utilitarian. SE's leather upholstery feels upscale, though note that it's part of a $1750 mandatory option. No opportunity yet to test with navigation system.
| 2WD LS | AWD SE | Class Average |
| 6 | 7 | 6.6 |
A strong point. Gauges easy to read. Audio and climate controls large, clearly marked, easy to reach. SE has dashtop audio/compass/climate display separate from actual controls; it can be hard to read in some light conditions. Smooth, precise switchgear, trendy blue dashboard lighting. Most cabin trim appropriate for price, though LS seat cloth looks unattractively utilitarian. SE's leather upholstery feels upscale, though note that it's part of a $1750 mandatory option. No opportunity yet to test with navigation system.
Room/Comfort/Driver Seating (front)
Step-in height moderate, so easy ingress/egress. Standard tilt steering wheel, height-adjustable seat help drivers get comfortable. Generous head room, but tall folks might wish for more leg room. Cloth seats generously padded; leather almost coddles. Visibility to sides, rear hurt by wide roof pillars, but large outside mirrors partly compensate.
| 2WD LS | AWD SE | Class Average |
| 7 | 7 | 7 |
Step-in height moderate, so easy ingress/egress. Standard tilt steering wheel, height-adjustable seat help drivers get comfortable. Generous head room, but tall folks might wish for more leg room. Cloth seats generously padded; leather almost coddles. Visibility to sides, rear hurt by wide roof pillars, but large outside mirrors partly compensate.
Room/Comfort (rear)
Ample head, leg, toe room, even with front seats well aft. Three adults fit with some squeezing. Seatbacks recline. Cushions slightly soft for best support, but comfortably chair-height. Large door openings.
| 2WD LS | AWD SE | Class Average |
| 7 | 7 | 6.1 |
Ample head, leg, toe room, even with front seats well aft. Three adults fit with some squeezing. Seatbacks recline. Cushions slightly soft for best support, but comfortably chair-height. Large door openings.
Cargo Room
Opening tailgate glass handy, but load deck relatively high. Rear seatbacks fold with single motion and sit nearly flat with floor, even with headrests in place. Spare-tire well, sidewall net store small items. Plenty of tie-down hooks and cabin bins, plus large console and glovebox.
| 2WD LS | AWD SE | Class Average |
| 8 | 8 | 8 |
Opening tailgate glass handy, but load deck relatively high. Rear seatbacks fold with single motion and sit nearly flat with floor, even with headrests in place. Spare-tire well, sidewall net store small items. Plenty of tie-down hooks and cabin bins, plus large console and glovebox.
Value within Class
Endeavor's strengths are its pleasant driving manners and roomy interior. It's also discounted more than such rivals as the Honda Pilot, Nissan Murano, and Toyota Highlander. That recognizes the stronger overall appeal of those competitors, but also reflects Mitsubishi's troubled image, lower-rung customer-satisfaction scores, and mediocre resale values. Note also that Mitsubishi's own redesigned 2007 Outlander rivals Endeavor for size and power at a lower cost.
| 2WD LS | AWD SE | Class Average |
| 5 | 5 | 5.9 |
Endeavor's strengths are its pleasant driving manners and roomy interior. It's also discounted more than such rivals as the Honda Pilot, Nissan Murano, and Toyota Highlander. That recognizes the stronger overall appeal of those competitors, but also reflects Mitsubishi's troubled image, lower-rung customer-satisfaction scores, and mediocre resale values. Note also that Mitsubishi's own redesigned 2007 Outlander rivals Endeavor for size and power at a lower cost.
Total Score
| 2WD LS | AWD SE | Class Average |
| 58 | 58 | 58.4 |
Scores for all Midsize Sport-utility Vehicles
| Low Score | 48 | |
| Average Score | 58 | |
| High Score | 69 |
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2007 Mitsubishi Endeavor Prices & Equipment
Model Prices
Prices Updated: 06/26/2007
| Trim Name | Retail Price | Dealer Invoice | Destination Charge |
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| 2WD LS 4-door wagon | $26,999 | $25,447 | $625 |
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| AWD LS 4-door wagon | $28,999 | $27,332 | $625 |
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| 2WD SE 4-door wagon | $26,999 | $25,447 | $625 |
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| AWD SE 4-door wagon | $28,999 | $27,332 | $625 |
Price note: SE requires Special Edition Extra Value Pkg.
Pricing Key: Retail prices listed with each report are set by the vehicle's
manufacturer. These figures appear on each car's federally mandated window sticker.
Most price lists also include dealer-invoice prices. Dealer-invoice prices are
what the dealer pays the manufacturer for the car and its factory-installed options.
The destination charge is not included in the suggested-retail or dealer-invoice price
and must be added to the cost of the vehicle. Car companies change prices frequently
throughout the year. If the prices published do not match those on the vehicle's
window sticker, the manufacturer has probably altered the price recently.
NA = price note available, NC = no charge.
Rebates and Incentives
There are no rebates or incentives at this time.
Consumer Guide®'s Rebates and Incentives represent a summary of national
manufacturer programs available. Regional restrictions may apply, and offerings
may vary by model. For a complete list of Rebate & Incentive programs click here.
Standard Equipment
LS/SE
Powertrain
3.8-liter V6 engine, 4-speed automatic transmission w/manual-shift capability, traction control.
Safety
Dual front airbags, front side airbags, curtain side airbags w/rollover deployment, antilock 4-wheel disc brakes, tire-pressure monitor, daytime running lights.
Comfort and Convenience Features
Air conditioning, power steering, tilt steering wheel, cruise control, cloth upholstery, front bucket seats, driver-seat height and lumbar adjustment, center console, cupholders, split folding rear seat, power mirrors, power windows, power door locks, remote keyless entry, AM/FM/CD/MP3 player, tachometer, illuminated visor mirrors, map lights, intermittent wipers, rear defogger, intermittent rear wiper/washer, automatic-off headlights, floormats.
Appearance and Miscellaneous
Theft-deterrent system, rear privacy glass, roof rails.
Special Purpose, Wheels and Tires
Full-size spare tire, 235/65R17 tires, alloy wheels, AWD adds: all-wheel drive, antiskid system.
Optional Equipment
Major Packages |
Retail Price |
Invoice Price |
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Special Edition Extra Value Pkg.
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SE
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$1,750
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$1,531
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Leather upholstery, heated front seats, 6-way power driver seat, color-keyed and heated power mirrors, Rockford Acoustic Design AM/FM radio w/in-dash 6-disc CD/MP3 changer, satellite radio, steering wheel radio controls, trip computer, compass, outside-temperature indicator, cargo area power outlet, transmission oil cooler.
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Sunroof Pkg.
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SE
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$1,200
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$1,050
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Power sunroof, cargo cover, fog lights, unique alloy wheels.
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Appearance Pkg.
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LS/SE
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$647
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$388
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Cargo tray, side steps, rear mudguards. NA w/Hitch Receiver Pkg.
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Tow Pkg.
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LS
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$195
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$171
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Transmission-oil cooler, heavy-duty radiator (AWD), 235/65R17 spare tire.
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Hitch Receiver Pkg.
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LS/SE
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$485
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$291
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Trailer hitch, wiring harness.
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Deluxe Trailer Hitch Receiver Pkg.
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LS/SE
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$649
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$389
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Cargo tray, trailer hitch, wiring harness.
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Comfort and Convenience Features |
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Navigation system
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SE
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$1,850
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$1,619
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Requires Sunroof Pkg.
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2007 Mitsubishi Endeavor Specs & Safety
Vehicle Dimensions
| Specification | Mitsubishi Endeavor 4-door wagon |
| Wheelbase, in. | 108.3 |
| Overall Length, in. | 190.2 |
| Overall Width, in. | 73.6 |
| Overall Height, in. | 67.3 |
| Curb Weight, lbs. | 4079 |
| Cargo Volume, cu. ft. | 76.4 |
| Standard Payload, lbs. | -- |
| Fuel Capacity, gals. | 21.4 |
| Seating Capacity | 5 |
| Front Head Room, in. | 39.6 |
| Max. Front Leg Room, in. | 41.4 |
| Rear Head Room, in. | 38.7 |
| Max. Rear Leg Room, in. | 38.5 |
Specifications Key: NA = not available; "--" = measurement does not exist.
Engines
| sohc V6 | |
| Size, liters/cu. in. | 3.8 /234 |
| Horsepower @ rpm. | 225 @ 5000 |
| Torque (lb-ft) @ rpm. | 255 @ 3750 |
| Availability | Standard |
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EPA City / highway mpg
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| 4-speed automatic | 17/21 |
Engine Key: l/cu in. = liters/cubic inches; ohv = overhead valve; ohc = overhead camshaft;
dohc = dual overhead camshaft; I = inline cylinders; H = horizonally opposed cylinders;
V = cylinders in a V configuration; W = cylinders in a W configuration; rpm = revolutions
per minute; CVT = continuously variable (automatic) transmission; NA = not available; "--"
= measurement does not exist.
Safety Features
Antilock Brakes
Traction Control
Antiskid System |
Front Side Airbags
Curtain Side Airbags
Rear Side Airbags |
NHTSA Crash-Test Results
| Test | Mitsubishi Endeavor 4-door wagon |
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) tests a vehicle's
worthiness in front- and side-impact collisions and rates its resistance to
rollovers. Front-impact crash-test numbers indicate the chance of serious injury:
5 = 10% or less; 4 = 10-20%; 3 = 20-35%; 2 = 35-45%; 1 = More than 45%. Side-impact
crash-test numbers indicate: 5 = 5% or less; 4 = 6-10%; 3 = 11-20%; 2 = 21-25%;
1 = More than 26%. Rollover resistance numbers indicate the chance for rollover
when the vehicle leaves the roadway: 5 = Less than 10%; 4 = 10-20%; 3 = 20-30%;
2 = 30-40%; 1 = More than 40%.
Manufacturer's Warranty
| Class | Years/Miles | Comments |
| Powertrain | 10/100,000 | -- |
| Bumper-to-bumper | 5/60,000 | -- |
| Corrosion | 7/100,000 | -- |
| Free roadside assistance | 5/unlimited | -- |
| Free scheduled maintenance | None/-- | -- |
Manufacturers may periodically offer additional coverage as a purchase incentive.
There offers are not reflected on this chart. The federal government requires two
other warranties. The Exhaust Emission Warranty covers corrosion-related parts for
2 years/24,000 miles, plus 8 years/80,000 miles on the catalytic converter and any
on-board diagnostic device. The Passenger Restraint Warranty covers seat belts
and airbags for 5 years/50,000 miles.
Built in:
USA
Drivewheels:
front-wheel drive, all-wheel drive
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