The Mitsubishi Magna AWD
The current front-wheel-drive Magna has been around since 1996 and, apart from the addition of a few sportier versions and styling upgrades, the basic shape and package has remained the same.
Although recognised as a competent performer and well-built four-door family sedan, buyers have tended to favour the rear-wheel drive platforms and optional V8 power of its Ford Falcon and Holden Commodore rivals.
Until now, family car buyers seeking the perceived benefits of all-wheel drive – better handling, traction and increased safety – had to turn to Japanese makers like Subaru, or dig deeper for expensive European models from the likes of Audi and Volvo.
The four-paw Magna comes with a powerful 3.5-litre V6 engine and smooth five-speed, tiptronic-style, automatic transmission. New features include upgraded brakes, 10-spoke 16-inch alloy wheels, low-profile tyres, rear stabiliser bar, passenger airbag, power windows, leather-covered steering wheel and gearshift lever.
The extra traction comes to the fore during cornering, especially on damp or loose surfaces. The soft and compliant suspension contributes to some bodyroll, but mostly it remains composed and glued to the road. Only when pushed hard will the front-end want to drift; a tendency quickly corrected by a slight lift off the throttle.
Bigger, anti-skid brakes, and fatter performance tyres also contribute to driver confidence and increase the extra margin for error on slippery surfaces.
There’s plenty of leroom for front seat occupants, but not as much space in the back seats, or the trunk, as you might expect from a fairly large, four-door sedan.
The Magna has always been an enjoyable to drive, if somewhat conservatively-styled, family sedan. The addition of an all-wheel drive version gives Mitsubishi’s biggest-seller some much needed street-cred, as well as the more tangible benefits of improving road handling and driver confidence, particularly in less than ideal conditions.Find a car here Used Volkswagen Cars For sale Cavan to suit your needs.
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