2015 Mitsubishi ASX XLS Review

On Australian roads since 2010, the Mitsubishi ASX is one of the most popular small SUVs on the new car market. Offering buyers space, style and flexibility, the model has been freshly updated for 2015.

And with a range starting at $24,990, and this top-spec XLS version now more affordable than before, what better time to have a closer look at this Japanese Sports Crossover.

Sporting new black wheel arch surrounds and bigger 18-inch alloy wheels, the flagship Mitsubishi ASX may not quite have the same flair as the Peugeot 2008 or Renault Captur but it can still stick out from the crowd.

Helping with this too are automatic dusk-sensing halogen headlights, fog lights and LED daytime running lights, this huge panoramic glass roof, and rear privacy glass.

Sitting between the Mitsubishi Outlander and the Mitsubishi Lancer, and actually based on the same ‘GS’ platform as both, the Mitsubishi ASX offers reasonable levels of legroom and head room.

Rear passengers also get to enjoy this fold-down centre armrest with twin cup holders. Sadly though, rear storage back here is sorely lacking with no door pockets of any kind and only a single map pocket. There’s also no rear air vents.

On the plus side, there are three top-tether points and two ISOFIX points.

Also, by simply dropping these 60:40 split-fold rear seats you can expand boot capacity from 393 litres to 1143 litres.

Despite a new leather steering wheel – which is both reach and rake adjustable – and these heated leather seats, the ASX cabin is starting to feel its age.

There’s plenty of hard, scratchy plastics around and some pretty basic switchgear.

Mitsubishi has updated its seven-inch infotainment touchscreen though, which now includes DAB digital radio as well as satellite navigation, Bluetooth phone connectivity and audio streaming.

Comfort up front is pretty good and storage is addressed with cup holders, door pockets, a decent glove box and this twin-chamber centre console.

You also get rain-sensing wipers, a rear-view camera and rear parking sensors, a proximity-sensing smart key and a push-button start.

Small enough for the city but capable enough to leave it, the Mitsubishi ASX is also flexible enough to fit almost any lifestyle. And it’s big enough for even the family dog…

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[delishsweets]

I was recently involved in a car accident 2 weeks ago where a person ran a red light. Turning right i was stationary, lights changed colour the other party tried to chase the red light and i was t-boned by an old tank of a car going 68-70km/h. officers onsite said i was so lucky and that this car (asx) literally saved my life - based on my recent experience i wouldn't go of any other car but a Mitsubishi asx. In addition, not once did i have any faults whilst i had my mitsubishi asx and the petrol consumption of the car was minimal it was amazing not to have to fill up my car every 2 weeks - If you want a reliable and trustworthy car ASX is your answer :).

[bnzr]

Hired one of these recently, it had the petrol engine not Diesel, and i agree with engine noise even in the petrol, its fine anywhere from idle to 2.5k rpm, but very noisy and unrefined sounding when under load, the gearbox doesn't respond quick enough to make best use of the engine. The dash feels cheap, the audio system is ok, not great but ok, i was unable to pair my phone with the car which was disappointing. The piano black centre dash piece is annoying, as it attracts fingerprints and reflects the sun at midday. Visibility is good for modern car standards and cruise control is responsive. its easy to park and turning circle is good, steering is a little sensitive on centre for my taste but otherwise fine.

[maegjohncareeon]

This will be the Future of Lancer Evolution.

[queerasthedayislonglove]

I bought my parents one of these. 2013 model, all white. Very tidy car.

[pieterrossouw]

If only mitsubishi's interior material choices weren't so awful. A reflective dash looks good in pictures but it's tiring to drive for extended trips.

[iloveuavwe]

I went to your website I saw you alway try to detail but why don't you list all car specification inside a table which easier for peoples for understand about the car.

[bramap]

The piano black finish on the top section of the dash may reflects on windscreen and soon will be full of fingerprints and scratches

[robertfleming]

It would good if you road test the 2017 seeing it has been release.

[Toyota_Fortuner]

This car in Philippines costs above 1M pesos

[mushroomcloud]

The steering wheel is on the wrong side.

[chmptastc]

not as much flair as two french cars you say??? hahhahaha