It’s got more bark than bite
The new Mitsubishi ASX still has the huge air vent on the grille (it looks as if it can be used to hoover up stray dogs), but the bumper has been redesigned and the spotlights are now framed by a chrome strip.
The 2.0-litre petrol engine in all three models (110 kW; 197 Nm) is a little sluggish â€" it takes a firm foot to speed up. The slow acceleration belies the promise of the impressive grille, evil-eyed headlights and roar of the exhaust. It looks tougher than it is.
The legroom in the back won’t be comfortable for anyone who eats more than one chop at the braai. I rode in the back for 20 minutes and all I can remember is the free massage I gave the driver as I kneed him in the back.
The front of the cabin is much more spacious and the instrument panel has a logical, spartan look to it. The dominant theme colour is black. Luckily there’s a sunroof to let some light in.
You’ll be impressed by the ABS disc brakes with emergency brake assist and electronic brake force distribution. And by the active stability control and hill-start assist control in the top model.
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