Mitsubishi Endeavor
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| Manufacturer | Mitsubishi Motors |
| Production | 2004–present |
| Assembly | Normal, Illinois |
| Predecessor | Mitsubishi Montero Sport |
| Class | Mid-size crossover SUV |
| Body style | 5-door sport utility vehicle |
| Layout | Front engine, FWD or 4WD |
| Platform | Mitsubishi PS platform |
| Engine | 3.8 L SOHC 24v V6 |
| Transmission | 4-speed semi-auto |
| Wheelbase | 108.3 in (2750 mm) |
| Length | 190.2 in (4830 mm) |
| Width | 73.6 in (1870 mm) |
| Height | 69.6 in (1770 mm) |
| Ride height | 8.3 in (210 mm) |
| Curb weight | 1755–1890 kg |
| Fuel capacity | 21.4 US gal |
| Related | Mitsubishi Eclipse Mitsubishi Galant |
| Similar | Chrysler Pacifica Nissan Murano Suzuki XL7 |
| Designer | Dave O'Connell |
The Mitsubishi Endeavor is a mid-size crossover SUV built by Mitsubishi Motors at their manufacturing facility in Normal, Illinois. Based on the PS platform, it was the first vehicle built under Mitsubishi's "Project America", a program aimed at introducing vehicles for North America without having to compromise to accommodate other export markets.[1]
Its design origins can be traced back to the Mitsubishi SSU which debuted at the 1999 North American International Auto Show, although the Endeavor does not share the concept's mechanical underpinnings.[2] The prototype was powered by a 310 PS version of the 6A13TT 2.5 L twin-turbo V6, which directed the power to a full-time all wheel drive system through its INVECS-II five-speed semi-automatic transmission and AYC.[3] When the Endeavor debuted, it used the 6G75 3.8 L V6 offering 215 hp (improved to 225 hp in 2004) and 250 ft·lbf, mated to a four-speed semi-automatic transmission with an optional all wheel drive system that splits the torque 50/50 by default.
The Endeavor's performance in the marketplace has to date failed to meet Mitsubishi's expectations. On its release in March 2003 the company aimed for 80,000 annual sales but achieved only 32,054 by the end of its debut year.[4] It received a mild restyle for the 2006 model year, but has received no significant changes yet in its lifetime.
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[edit] 2007
For 2007 the limited line has been changed to "se" with the same standard equiptment and options, but a new navigation system is now available, replacing the lcd display screen standard on the se trim. many owners have complained about the lack of a navigation system on the endeavor, especially considering there is room for it and there is already a display screen in the car.
 Mitsubishi SSU concept model. |
 2006 Mitsubishi Endeavor showing the facelifted front grille. |
[edit] Annual production and sales
| Year | Production | Sales |
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| 2002 | 10 | - |
| 2003 | 48,987 | 39,181 |
| 2004 | 19,448 | 20,920 |
| 2005 | n/a | n/a |
(source: Fact & Figures 2005, Mitsubishi Motors website)
[edit] Footnotes
- ^ "Mitsubishi Motors Announces "Project America" -- First product Is Next Generation SUV", Mitsubishi Motors press release, February 14, 2000
- ^ "2004 Mitsubishi Endeavor", Chuck Schifsky, autoMedia.com
- ^ "Mitsubishi SSU Concept Model Unveiled At 1999 Detroit Motor Show",Mitsubishi Motors press release, January 5, 1999
- ^ "So Long, Sport - Montero sport", Katherine Zachary, Ward's Auto World, March 1, 2004
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