Carscape Team
Delica D: 5 driving performance
The Delica D:5 is a model that combines the comfort required of a minivan with the rough-road performance of an SUV, and has a good reputation for its driving performance.
AWD (All Wheel Control) that utilizes technology cultivated in the Dakar Rally
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Mitsubishi once made a name for itself in the Dakar Rally. Mitsubishi’s AWD has received a high reputation worldwide, and by maximizing the ability of each tire in a well-balanced manner, it is possible to achieve a high level of operability and stability for both rough roads and on-roads. is guaranteed.
Comfortable ride realized by specially developed tires
Source: Mitsubishi “Delica D5” performance and features Driving performance
The Delica D:5 uses specially developed 225/55R18 large-diameter mud and snow tires. While realizing the driving potential of the Delica D: 5, it also ensures a stable and comfortable ride, so you can enjoy long drives without stress.
The biggest attraction of the Delica D: 5 is that it is a minivan but has the driving performance of a full-fledged SUV.
The Delica D: 5 has not undergone a full model change since its debut in 2007, and the design itself is old and lags behind the popular minivans and SUVs in terms of fuel efficiency, but the running performance is quite good. I have.
The Delica D: 5, which combines the comfort of a minivan with reliable driving performance, is a model with a personality that can be said to be absent from rival vehicles. It seems that there are not many people who are run over.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q1: How much is Delica D:5’s catalog fuel efficiency?
A: Delica D:5 JC08 mode catalog fuel consumption is 13.0km/L for 2WD vehicles and 10.6km/L for 4WD vehicles. There is no difference in fuel consumption between grades.
Q2: How does the fuel efficiency of the Delica D:5 compare with rival cars?
A: The Delica D:5 is a model with a unique concept of combining a minivan and an SUV, and there are no rivals in the same genre. Therefore, comparing the fuel efficiency of the Honda “Step Wagon” minivan, the Subaru “Forester” SUV, and the Delica D: 5, the current situation is that the Delica D: 5 lags behind both models in terms of fuel efficiency.
Q3: How much difference is the actual fuel consumption of the Delica D:5 from the catalog fuel consumption?
A: The actual fuel consumption of the Delica D:5 is 8.38km/L for 2WD vehicles and 7.97km/L for 4WD vehicles. In the JC08 mode fuel consumption, it is generally said that there is a difference of about 30% between the catalog fuel consumption and the actual fuel consumption, so the difference between the catalog fuel consumption and the actual fuel consumption of the Delica D:5 is slightly higher than the average for 2WD vehicles. Although it is large, it can be said that it is about average for a 4WD vehicle.
Q4: What is the driving performance of the Delica D:5?
A: The Delica D:5 is characterized by its ability to run on rough roads that puts a full-fledged SUV to shame while maintaining the comfort of a minivan. Mitsubishi’s AWD, which has a worldwide reputation, demonstrates excellent operability and stability regardless of the driving environment by balancing and maximizing the capabilities of each tire on each of the four wheels. In addition, it is equipped with specially developed 225/55R18 large-diameter mud and snow tires to ensure a stable and comfortable ride.
*The content of the article is based on information as of March 2020.
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