A Wheels Magazine Gold Star for Mitsubishi’s Class-Leading ASXMitsubishi Motors Australia Limited’s (MMAL) popular ASX has been named the best value compact SUV in the Wheels Magazine Gold Star Value Awards.
By: Mitsubishi Australia Oct. 13, 2011 - PRLog -- Wheels Magazine editor Bill Thomas said the ASX was a deserving winner thanks to its reasonable purchase price, economical fuel consumption and industry-leading warranty.
“The diesel ASX offers great value across the floor, making it a smart investment,” Vehicles were assessed across a range of criteria including warranty, fuel economy, purchase price, depreciation, insurance costs, and service schedules and prices. The diesel ASX beat competitors Hyundai ix35 and Honda CR-V to the top spot thanks to its 5.9L/100km combined-cycle fuel economy, low insurance cost and retained value after three years. MMAL’s president and CEO, Gen Nishina, said the company was delighted to receive the accolade from such a respected publication. “The ASX combines comfort and safety with economical driving and we are pleased that Wheels Magazine recognized the value and performance offered by the ASX,” Nishina said. The Mitsubishi 4WD ASX diesel is powered by a 1.8-litre MIVEC engine with six-speed manual transmission and comes with superior safety features including seven airbags, Active Stability and Traction Control and reverse parking sensors. For further information contact: Lenore Fletcher Head of Corporate Communications Phone: 08 8275 2348 Mobile: 0408 320 797 Caitlin Beale Corporate Communications Manager Phone: 08 8275 7250 Mobile: 0417 243 719 cbeale@mmal.com.au # # # Mitsubishi Motors Australia is part of the global Mitsubishi Motors organisation and is fully owned by Mitsubishi, one of the world's largest companies. The company's history dates back to 1870, when Mitsubishi's Japanese founder, Yataro Iwasaki, started a shipping company with three steamships. The company grew from strength to strength and, in 1914, registered the Mitsubishi three-diamond trademark. This symbol embodies more than 130 years of tradition, and has earned the confidence and trust of customers all over the world. Mitsubishi works hard to develop award winning new car and automotive technology. If you would like to know more about four-wheel drive, ASX, 2WD, 4WD and SUV range, see the Mitsubishi website. End
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