2010 Mitsubishi Endeavor
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Based on analysis of 43 Endeavor reviews and test drives.
Mitsubishi Endeavor - What the Auto Press Says
The 2010 Mitsubishi Endeavor ranks 16 out of 27 Affordable Midsize SUVs. This ranking is based on our analysis of 43 published reviews and test drives of the Mitsubishi Endeavor, and our analysis of reliability and safety data.
The Endeavor receives good reviews for its distinctive styling, strong engine and responsive handling. However, it's based on an aging design and doesn't offer a stand-out total package like others in the class.
"Those who dance to the beat of a different drummer may find the Mitsubishi Endeavor is playing their tune," says Road & Track. "This midsize crossover wears aggressive styling that elicits a ‘love it' or ‘hate it' response. Things are less controversial beneath the skin where the 225-bhp V-6 engine in the base LS and uplevel SE delivers admirable performance via front- or all-wheel drive." Despite the fact that several reviewers say the Endeavor is in desperate need of a redesign, the only change for 2010 is a restyled tailgate.
The Endeavor is available in two trims, the base LS and the premium SE, in either two- or all-wheel drive.
- "The Endeavor impresses me with its size and roominess and its driving dynamics." -- Detroit News
- The Endeavor "mixes the most desirable attributes of a car and truck better than most. Indeed, giving up only extreme off-road capabilities in exchange for top-notch, car- like, all-weather street performance seems like a compromise that most could ‘Endeavor' to live with." -- Motor Week
- "The Endeavor isn't the SUV for everyone. It looks too zany, even though otherwise it's a conservatively conceived machine. It's the crossover SUV for those who can't stand fading into the crowd." -- Car and Driver
- "Endeavor's strengths are its pleasant driving manners and roomy interior. It's also discounted more than such rivals as the Honda Pilot, Nissan Murano, and Toyota Highlander. That recognizes the stronger overall appeal of those competitors, but also reflects this Mitsubishi's aged design and lower resale values." - Consumer Guide
Endeavor Performance - 8.0 (Very Good)
The 2010 Endeavor provides solid, if not inspiring, performance. "Not quite car-like, but Endeavor is pleasant with moderate cornering lean and good highway stability," says Consumer Guide. "This crossover is subject to some wander in gusty crosswinds. Steering feel is precise, but feels too light as speed rises. Good stopping control, but the brake pedal travel is longer than ideal." Read More
Endeavor Exterior - 8.4 (Very Good)
The Mitsubishi Endeavor's exterior styling is upscale -- and several reviewers appreciate that it doesn't look like a typical SUV. "The first thing we noticed about this crossover SUV is that it stands tall, with an aggressive posture, a broad split grille like the smaller Outlander, pronounced fender arches, beefy 17-inch wheels, sturdy luggage rack, and a hatch with separate opening glass above a step bumper," writes Motor Week. Read More
Endeavor Interior - 8.4 (Very Good)
The 2010 Endeavor's interior receives decent reviews, but it lacks a third-row seat and has some low-grade materials. "The Endeavor's interior is distinguished by two prominent features," explains the New York Times. "One is a lot of plastic used for a wide, retro-styled grillwork that incorporates the air vents in the center of the dash. The other is that at night, light-emitting diodes project a crisp blue light to highlight various switches and knobs." Read More
Endeavor Safety - 10.0 (Excellent)
While the federal government has not recently tested the Endeavor, the insurance industry gives it top scores in crash tests. A plus is that all of the Endeavor's safety features are standard equipment. Read More
Endeavor Reliability - 6.0 (Mediocre)
The 2010 Mitsubishi Endeavor reliability score shown is the Predicted Reliability rating provided by J.D. Power and Associates. This score is based on trending the past three years of historical initial quality and dependability data from J.D. Power's automotive studies, specifically the Vehicle Dependability Study (VDS) and the Initial Quality Study (IQS). Mitsubishi offers impressive warranty coverage on the all of its cars, including a five-year/60,000-mile bumper-to-bumper warranty. Read More
