2009 Mitsubishi Raider: Road Test
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- MSRP: $21,135 - $29,425
- Invoice: $19,855 - $27,643
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Our road test for the 2009 Mitsubishi Raider includes a full evaluation of the 2009 Mitsubishi Raider from the inside out. We evaluate not only engine and handling performance for the 2009 Mitsubishi Raider, but also interior cabin and cargo space. Let our comprehensive road test ratings for the 2009 Mitsubishi Raider help you decide if a 2009 Mitsubishi Raider is right for you.
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ACCELERATION
| LS Ext. Cab, automatic | Class Average |
|---|---|
| 3 | 5 |
The V6 engine is underpowered for anything but daily commuting and light loads.
FUEL ECONOMY
| LS Ext. Cab, automatic | Class Average |
|---|---|
| 4 | 3.5 |
No opportunity to measure a Raider, but a similar V6 Dakota averaged 20.2 mpg in Consumer Guide testing. Raider uses regular-grade gas.
RIDE QUALITY
| LS Ext. Cab, automatic | Class Average |
|---|---|
| 5 | 4.6 |
Smooth and composed in any configuration. There's little of the bounding and jiggle typical of the class.
STEERING/HANDLING/BRAKING
| LS Ext. Cab, automatic | Class Average |
|---|---|
| 3 | 3.8 |
Steering has a direct feel and lacks typical truck sloppiness. Body lean is evident in turns but is well-controlled for a pickup.
QUIETNESS
| LS Ext. Cab, automatic | Class Average |
|---|---|
| 5 | 4.5 |
Road noise is impressively hushed. Some wind rush is evident at highway speeds. Well-muted engines sound refined in rapid acceleration.
CONTROLS
| LS Ext. Cab, automatic | Class Average |
|---|---|
| 5 | 5.9 |
Controls are logically placed and readily accessed. Large gauges are easy to read.
DETAILS
| LS Ext. Cab, automatic | Class Average |
|---|---|
| 4 | 4.5 |
Interior materials look and feel low grade. Hard, shiny plastic covers most surfaces, and some controls lack quality feel.
ROOM/COMFORT/DRIVER SEATING (FRONT)
| LS Ext. Cab, automatic | Class Average |
|---|---|
| 7 | 5.7 |
The extended cab's spacious cabin has plenty of headroom and legroom. The front bench seat will accommodate three passengers in a pinch.
ROOM/COMFORT (REAR)
| LS Ext. Cab, automatic | Class Average |
|---|---|
| 2 | 2.7 |
The extended cab's available forward-facing jump seats best suit those under 5-ft-3, as there's little leg room. Wide-opening, rear-hinged doors make for easier loading in tight spaces.
CARGO ROOM
| LS Ext. Cab, automatic | Class Average |
|---|---|
| 4 | 3.9 |
Ample center-console and door-pocket storage. Folding rear seats add to the extended cab's utility.
VALUE WITHIN CLASS
| LS Ext. Cab, automatic | Class Average |
|---|---|
| 2 | 6 |
Any Raider is best suited to light-duty chores, but its large dimensions render it too big for easy daily commuting. Mitsubishi offers more generous warranty coverage than its Dodge Dakota sibling, but is hampered by a spottier dealer network and uncertain resale value. Also, Raider's lack of key safety features such as an antiskid system, curtain side airbags, and even four-wheel ABS makes this truck difficult to recommend.
Total Score
| LS Ext. Cab, automatic | Class Average |
|---|---|
| 44 | 50.1 |
Total Score: 44
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