2009 Mitsubishi Endeavor
The 2010 version reprises LS and SE trims. All-wheel drive is offered on the SE. Maximum towing capacity is 3500 lb. Available safety features include ABS, traction control, antiskid system, curtain side airbags, and front side airbags. Leather upholstery and heated front seats are standard on the SE. .
New or significantly redesigned models include the Chevrolet Traverse, Dodge Journey, Ford Flex, Kia Borrego, Nissan Murano, and Toyota Venza.
The 2009 Mitsubishi Endeavor's most criticized element is the lack of a third-row seat -- an option available with several crossover competitors, including the Honda Pilot, GMC Acadia, and Hyundai Santa Fe. "The Endeavor isn't the SUV for everyone," says Car and Driver.
The tester came in all black with wind deflectors on the hood and side windows, plus running boards and roof rails. The all-wheel-drive combined with stability control and traction control does the trick in slippery conditions, letting Endeavor find its way through snow with ease. The interior layout and design is straight forward and while the looks aren't trend setting by any means, there are lots of cubbies to stash items and nice creature comforts like heated front seats.
I really liked the large leather-wrapped shifter on the centre console, because it reminded me of a baseball (I'm longing for spring training already …).
The cargo space is huge, thanks in part to no third-row seating (60/40 split rear seats are available in the Limited trim level), and it came equipped with a rubber mat that will save the carpet from wet or muddy gear..
My wife got a kick out of driving around in this SUV and even though it's not a cutting edge vehicle, she enjoyed the ride, the power, the room and felt right at home in the driver's seat.