2010 Mitsubishi Endeavor news, pictures, and information

Mitsubishi Endeavor SUV Gains New Refinements for 2010

Combining spaciousness wîth agility helps make Endeavor a standout choice in its §egmènt. Endeavor is built on a 108.3-inch wheelbase, which contributes to a spacious rear seat area, featuring a generous 38.5 inches of legroom. Large doors and ideal ride height facilitate easy entry and exit. At the same time, the driver and passengers benefit from an elevated command seating position, and front seats are among the widest in the §egmènt.

Endeavor was designed to handle families or outdoor enthusiasts wîth equal ease. The rear tailgate swings upward to reveal a versatile cargo area that can accommodate a four-foot-wide sheet of plywood or very large packages. With the 60/40 split rear seatbacks folded, Endeavor offers 76.4 cu. ft. of cargo capacity, wîth 40.7 cu. ft. available when the seatbacks are up.

The roomy front center console provides additional storage, and all Endeavor models come equipped wîth 12v power outlets. Standard tubular roof rails are included on all Endeavor models, and crossbars are available as an accessory.

Endeavor's low-mounted, multi-link rear suspension reduces protrusion into the rear cargo area. Hydroformed crossmembers help minimize road noise and improve suspension performance by reinforcing the rear suspension mounting points to reduce flex. The standard 17-inch, seven-spoke aluminum-alloy wheels wîth 235/65 R17 all-season tires deliver a solid combination of responsive handling and a smooth, quiet ride.

Power and Traction for All Conditions

The Endeavor's 3.8-liter, SOHC V-6 engine generates 225 horsepower at 5,000 rpm and 255 lb.-ft. of peak torque at 3,750 rpm. With abundant torque available at lower engine speeds, Endeavor yields responsive yet relaxed performance, along wîth quiet powertrain operation. The standard 4-speed automatic transmission features a Sportronic® mode that allows the driver to control gear shifting manually for a more engaging driving experience.

Endeavor is available in front-wheel-drive or full-time all-wheel-drive configurations for excellent wet-weather handling and light-duty off-pavement capability. The standard traction control system (TCL) on all Endeavor models provides a 'virtual' limited-slip differential effect by helping to prevent wheel spin during start up and acceleration in slippery conditions.

In the all-wheel drive Endeavor models, a transfer case combines a center differential wîth a viscous coupling to provide a 50:50 torque split between the front and rear wheels. This full-time automatic AWD system provides optimal grip on all road surfaces, and in all weather. Wheel slippage at either set of wheels causes the viscous coupling to transfer more power to the opposite set.

The advanced ASTC system in all Endeavor models helps to keep the vehicle traveling in the driver's intended direction by helping to prevent side slipping (spin and side drift) as a result of sudden §teering wheel operation or on slippery roads.

The ASTC system takes data input from a number of sensors, including §teering angle, individual wheel speed and yaw, as well as from the powertrain electronic control unit (ECÚ). If the onboard sensors detect side-slip, ASTC helps the driver maintain direction through braking and throttle corrections.

Mitsubishi Value

The Endeavor LS is one of the most comprehensively equipped models in the §egmènt, featuring as standard: air conditioning wîth rear heater ducts; aluminum alloy wheels; fog lamps; cruise control wîth §teering wheel switches; power windows wîth driver's auto-down; power mirrors and door locks; 140-watt AM/FM/CD audio system wîth MP3 capability and six speakers; keyless entry wîth integrated remote key, and a rear seat center armrest. Details such as the standard tubular roof rails, a color-keyed stone guard, front mudguards, auto-off headlights, front floormats and multiple folding assist grips are reminders of the inherently strong value in Endeavor LS.

In addition to all SE equipment described on page 2, the SE AWD's Navigation & Sunroof Package upgrade combines a power glass sunroof, a retracting cargo cover, a rear view back-up camera, and a DVD-based navigation system featuring a seven-inch LCD touch screen. The navigation system features male or female voice guidance and a choice among English, Spanish or French languages. This versatile system also replaces the functions of the standard trip computer.

All 2010 Endeavor models are equipped wîth a standard towing prep package featuring an automatic transmission cooler, power §teering fluid cooler, increased-capacity radiator (AWD models only), a full-size spare tire and a trailer hitch wiring harness. The front-wheel drive Endeavor SE can tow a trailer up to 2000 lbs., and all-wheel drive raises that to 3,500 lbs.

All Endeavor models are built in the Mitsubishi manufacturing plant in Normal, Ill., one of the 's most flexible assembly plants. This facility produces four different models: Endeavor, Eclipse coupe and Spyder, and the Galant mid-size sedan. (concept carz)

Premium Warranty

	Vital Stats
Engine : 3.8 L., 6-cylinder Power: 225 hp Torque: 255 ft-lbs
4-speed Automatic, 5-speed Manual

Mitsubishi cars, sport utility vehicles and pickup trucks are backed by comprehensive new vehicle limited warranties. Mitsubishi Eclipse, Lancer, Galant, Endeavor and Outlander vehicles come wîth a 10-year/100,000 mile powertrain limited warranty; along wîth a 5-year/60,000 mile bumper to bumper new vehicle limited warranty. The high-performance Lancer Evolution and Ralliart models are covered by a 5-year, 60,000 mile powertrain limited warranty, along wîth a 3-year/36,000 mile bumper to bumper new vehicle limited warranty.

All Mitsubishi vehicles have a 7-year /100,000 mile anti-corrosion/perforation limited warranty, along wîth 5-years/unlimited miles Roadside Assistance, which includes free towing to the nearest authorized Mitsubishi retailer.