If the Lancer Evolution sedan or its relative Pajero Evolution could be forgiven for whims in the form of increased oil and fuel consumption or too stiff suspension, then the ASX crossover is a car from a completely different opera. This massive crossover should be one hundred percent everyday car, practical, comfortable and reliable. However, it is not only the trouble-freeness of the car that is important, but also how the manufacturer himself reacts to the "jambs" that pop up during operation. As it turned out, the owners of the ASX crossover have something to complain about, and the Russian representative office of Mitsubishi - what to answer in essence.

Suspension problems

Quite quickly, ASX owners began to pay attention to extraneous sounds from the suspension when driving over irregularities. Moreover, the driving comfort did not suffer, but the acoustic one - very much. It is not pleasant when your car is only 2,500 kilometers from the family. As it turned out, mud on Russian roads played an important role here, or rather, the unpreparedness of the early ASX crossover for them. "Damage to shock absorbers in many cases was due to the ingress of abrasive (for example, sand) on the shock absorber rod, and, as a result, damage to the stem oil seal with subsequent oil leakage. In most cases, road reagents and sand are to blame (this applies not only to ASX, but and a large number of other cars of different brands, because the basic design of the stabilizer is the same for all). The manufacturer has improved the protection of the shock absorber by using new front shock absorber boots. Changes have been introduced since February 2014. The new boot has a different shape, it better protects the stock and shock absorber oil seal against the ingress of abrasive material from the road. There is a recommendation to install new anthers in case of failure and subsequent replacement of shock absorbers, these works can be performed under warranty in case of warranty replacement of shock absorbers or offered for replacement on a paid basis in other cases of replacement of shock absorbers ", - told AvtoVesti in the official representative by Mitsubishi.

It is worth noting that the experience of the owners confirms the diagnosis of the officials. "... I understand that he [creak] almost everyone. Someone wrote that he went to the OD, he was washed or cleaned, and everything went", - writes a user with the nickname Beavis on the club forum mitsubishi-asx.net. "Mitsubishi's suspension loves cleanliness, and we are more often on the roads with dirt - the suspension is unhappy, you know, it starts to groan," user Volodya agrees with him from the same forum.

Skewed side windows and problem with seals

Two problems at once hid in the doors of the crossover and can stun almost in the first thousand kilometers of run. When lowering one end of the glass begins to "lag" behind the other, and sometimes, lifting the glass back, the owner was surprised to find a serious gap. Or, to his misfortune, he did not find out, as a result of which the car had every chance of being washed from the inside in case of rain, or even becoming an easy victim of cunning thieves. And yet the cause of this sore is a trifling one. As the owners found out and later confirmed at the dealership, the problem was hidden in the poorly tightened power window bolts.

The company acknowledged the problem, although it noted that such malfunctions were handled once. "As a rule, the work is carried out under warranty, because the client just manages to notice the skewed glass during the warranty 3 years. If the bolts are badly tightened during body repair after an accident, then this is another matter, there is no fault of the plant. The work is carried out under a service guarantee, carried out the repair ", - commented in the dealership, adding also that later in the production of ASX was introduced an additional measure to identify this" jamb "- additional control of the tightening torque of the power window bolts.

The second problem is no longer connected with the glasses themselves, but with the rubber seals that border these glasses. "In general, here's what an unpleasant thing happened: the driver's side window bit the rubber seal closer to the upper right corner. I did not immediately notice it ... Now the rubber has lost its original shape and does not fit into place," complains the owner of ASX with the nickname Qpaloff on the mitsubishi-asx.net form. "The same situation with the sealant. I was glad that there is a case of replacement under warranty, so when TO-1 I will pay attention to OD. I looked at other cars of 2013 model year, noticed two more the same problems!", - confirms his words BoorMan teammate ... Despite the fact that ASX owners often complain about low-quality seals, Mitsubishi notes only one-time calls and does not see this problem as a systemic one. Nevertheless, there will be no problems with the warranty replacement of the seal.

"The seals are replaced by dealers on the basis of a customer complaint, including free of charge for the owner. The seal must be damaged or deformed. A normal, serviceable seal will not be replaced. The seal is replaced on a specific door where the problem is found. And it usually occurs practically new cars and is removed under warranty "- states the Russian office.

Engine problems

The Mitsubishi ASX engine range in the Russian market is represented by three gasoline units: 1.6-liter with 117 hp, 1.8-liter with 140 hp. and a 2-liter 150-horsepower. And if there seems to be no systematic complaints about the most powerful motor, then the youngest couple periodically suffer from some chronic ailments. So, a 1.6-liter unit can frighten owners with detonation and floating revs, and it is also very picky about the quality of the fuel being poured. As for the more powerful 1.8-liter version, an increased operating noise was noticed behind it.

The sensitivity of the 1.6-liter engine to fuel quality was manifested quite simply by many owners: the car simply did not want to start the first time. "Several people have already complained about this problem on the forum. It has been suggested that this is due to gasoline vapors. I also had the same situation on my car several times, but I refuel at only one gas station and no other symptoms related to fuel (read knocking), I'm not observing. My car had problems with starting both on a cold and hot engine. " - writes the community moderator Mitsubishi-asx.net under the nickname VS. "According to the detonation, the manufacturer has taken countermeasures in production since the 2012 model year. Reprogramming can be performed for vehicles in operation. The procedure is based on the owner's complaint. There is no separate service campaign, because the fuel differs in different regions. the quality of the fuel is due to the high compression ratio, which in turn allows achieving good power indicators in combination with economy. As a rule, reprogramming is carried out during the warranty period and free of charge, since the owner complaints arise at the beginning of operation, respectively, during the warranty period. - assured the Russian office of Mitsubishi.

"There is a whistle on the cold," some owners of the 1.8-liter ASX complain. "Something whistles on a warm engine," others confuse the diagnosis. Especially impressionable and creative ASX owners made very unusual comparisons - for example, some complained that their favorite car was grunting or croaking at them. The systematicity of the sore is even more disturbed by the statistics of runs - for some, a strange whistle appeared when they ran 25-30 thousand km, for someone - already in the region of 100 thousand. All the "whistling" cars were united by one thing: they were all produced before 2014 , and this, as it turned out, is no coincidence.

"This is probably a drive belt noise. To reduce noise, the manufacturer has been using a freewheel alternator in the pulley since model year 2014. Dealers exchange alternators for modified ones based on customer complaints, including under warranty." - told in the office.

Spontaneous opening of the trunk

Many owners "got" to replace the button for opening the tailgate. The replacement, fortunately, was carried out under warranty, and the problem was the poor tightness of the button - it died under the influence of moisture and road reagents, the contacts oxidized, and the lock began to live its own life. "... the panel began to display information that the trunk is either closed or open ... moreover, in time with the characteristic buzzing. Stopped, opened the trunk - the buzzing comes from the lock. Closed it - the buzzing has stopped. Going - buzzing again ... I started to park at the house - in addition to the buzz, a squeak was added ...", - this description from the user of AI-RAM (mitsubishi-asx.net) is typical of this malfunction. However, the Mitsubishi representative assured that they are aware of the problem and are actively investigating it.

Of course, the owners of competing classmates can gloat and be completely confident that they have definitely made the right choice and bought the most reliable and problem-free car. But there are no ideal cars, and the fact that your favorite model has not yet appeared in this section means only one thing: we just haven't gotten to it yet.

Cars manufactured by the largest Japanese company Mitsubishi are quite popular in Russia. And this is not surprising, their price-quality ratio is optimal, and the technical characteristics are excellent. An excellent confirmation of this is the Mitsubishi ASX car. Stylish, comfortable, small-sized crossover is appreciated by many domestic drivers. The car is suitable for both the fair sex and families.

The 1st generation Mitsubishi ASX was produced from 2010 to 2012, so today it can only be purchased used. The car has a spectacular appearance; a trapezoidal radiator grill is installed on the bumper. The roof top is slightly sloped, which has a positive effect on aerodynamics and gives a sporty style to the body. A new version of the front optics has been installed. The illumination angle of xenon headlights reaches 160 degrees.

It is presented in several configurations, equipped with different gasoline engines:

• Volume 1.6 liters, power 117 horsepower, manual transmission, front-wheel drive;
• Volume 1.8 liters, 140 horsepower, CVT, front-wheel drive;
• Volume 2.0L, power 150 horsepower, manual transmission or variator, four-wheel drive.

Cars with a 1.8 liter turbodiesel engine with a capacity of 150 horsepower are extremely rare. Since they are officially not for sale on the territory of our country.

Weaknesses of Mitsubishi AES-X from 2010 release

• Body;
• Salon;
• Engine;
• Transmission;
• Suspension.

The body is the weak point of the car. The paintwork is not of high quality, therefore it is easily scratched. After several years of operation, chips appear on it. The boot lid seam rusts quickly. The defect can be eliminated free of charge under warranty.

Condensation in the taillights and foglights Is another nuisance that Mitsubishi Askh drivers face. It is difficult to put up with this, but it is possible. Much worse when fog lamp glasses break. This happens due to the fact that the material is very fragile and does not withstand sudden temperature changes.

The plastic in the cabin is not of high quality, so it creaks over time. It is almost impossible to eliminate the unpleasant sound, and many owners get used to it, do not pay attention.

Condensation collects between the roof and upholstery. A drop on the ceiling light is a symptom of this problem. It is not difficult to eliminate it; thermal insulation material, which must be glued inside the roof, will help. This procedure is troublesome, but not expensive.

Among all the cars offered on the domestic market, the most reliable engine is considered to be a 2.0-liter power unit with a capacity of 150 horsepower. If the necessary procedures for its maintenance are carried out in a timely manner, then problems are unlikely to arise throughout the entire period of operation.

The 1.6 liter engine with 117 horsepower will give a lot of trouble to its owners. Some of them won't start the first time. The manufacturer is working on this problem, but has not yet fixed it. Detonation appears at medium revs. The new firmware of the power unit ECU helped to get rid of it. The resource of the fuel filter is 70 thousand km, after which it is necessary to install a new one.

There are fewer complaints about a 1.8 liter engine, but still there. The main drawback is the appearance of an unpleasant rattling sound. It creates a vibrating drive belt tensioner. You can solve the problem yourself. To do this, you need to purchase a belt larger than that installed by the manufacturer. It is laid a little differently.

With a run of 60 thousand km, the belt rollers of the attachment fail. They wear out and need to be replaced. Otherwise, the belt will come off.

The sore of the 2.0 liter engine is uneven idling. This happens when the throttle valve is clogged. During operation, the graphite ring of the intake pipe is observed to settle. A symptom of a malfunction is a hum when the engine is running.

The manual transmission rarely fails. But the variator is not reliable. It is characterized by frequent failures in work that arise through the fault of the car owners. Improper use and care will lead to numerous breakdowns. So, in extreme heat at high speed, oil overheats in it. The corresponding light located on the instrument panel will help to find out about this. In this case, stop the machine and wait until the temperature of the grease returns to normal.

Manufacturing plant recommends changing the oil in the variator every 70 thousand kilometers. At the same time, install new filters. But in practice, it is impossible to wait for this period, it is necessary to fill in a new consumable already at 30 thousand km. Since the grease loses its useful properties and becomes unusable.

The suspension is one of the most vulnerable parts of the car. She hardly tolerates the bumps of domestic roads. The stabilizer bushings are the first to fail. This happens already with a run of 40-50 thousand km. After 15-20 thousand km, the front shock absorbers begin to leak. Other consumables can last longer. Racks - 140 thousand km or more, ball joints of the front levers - 180 thousand km. The cost of the parts is low, so repairs are inexpensive.

The main disadvantages of the 1st generation Mitsubishi ASX

1. Poor sound insulation;
2. Rear shocks are weak;
3. There is no four-wheel drive model in Russia;
4. Rigid suspension;
5. Central locking panel;
6. Poor quality paintwork.

Conclusion.

Mitsubishi ASX is not whimsical in maintenance and economical in fuel consumption. Problems arise during its operation, but minor ones. Most of them can be avoided by providing timely auto service. The costs of eliminating breakdowns are small. This becomes a decisive factor for many drivers when choosing a car. Used options are no less in demand than new ones.

The most effective way to find out the whole truth about a topic of interest is to ask users. Therefore, in this article, we will consider what the owners of the Mitsubishi ASX say, which will help to form a complete picture of the car. This will help identify the most common flaws, if any.

Active Sport X-over - it is from these words that the abbreviation ASX is formed, meaning "SUV for active driving."

The Mitsubishi ASX was opened to the public in February 2010. This originally happened in the homeland of the car in Japan. In March of the same year, the Geneva Motor Show introduced a version for Europe, and April showed what the North American version would be. The car inherited from Mitsubishi Outlander not only the shortened base of the base, but also the exterior elements!

Exterior Mitsubishi ASX

The engineers guessed it when they gifted the ACX with the same front end as the Outlander. This stylish and aggressive design has already gained fans all over the world, so the new model could be perceived more loyally thanks to its twin brothers. This was a good decision for Mitsubishi ASX - reviews of the owners confirm this.

The profile of the rear of the car has a sharp downward slope, which contrasts slightly with the front. However, the profile lines and ominously "frowned" taillights compensate for this. But here opinions are divided. Someone pays attention to the contrast, someone considers the car's profile to be quite natural. In general, it turned out to be a beautiful and stylish crossover that stands out with its design from its competitors!

Over time, Mitsubishi ASH has undergone a slight restyling in appearance, this caused only positive reviews about Mitsubishi ASH 2013. The changes affected the radiator grille, which became larger-meshed and framed with chrome along the contour. The headlights have also undergone changes, as they were framed in a contour. The front bumper was also not ignored, modifying the air intakes and niches for fog lights.

Body paint is weak. On the chips, due to the ingress of stones, according to some owners, rust appears. Scratches appear quickly and easily. Very thin bodywork, which is a common disease in modern cars. One plus - with such a thickness of metal, paint-free removal of dents is possible.

The interior of the ASX crossover

If the appearance of the car caused a more consensus opinion, then due to the interior decoration of the Mitsubishi ASX, the reviews of the owners were divided. Basically, this concerns the quality of the plastic with which the interior is trimmed. Nice to look at, but harsh to the touch - plastic is easily scratched. Doesn't creak, and what's important, doesn't smell like phenol.

The seats in Mitsubishi ASX are multifunctional and have a comfortable fit for passengers. An excellent ergonomic solution for long trips. However, the picture is spoiled by the unregulated tilt of the rear seats. The almost vertical position of the back of the sofa is designed for very patient passengers. The seat trim material is expensive. It is noticed that after a run of 10 t.km. the appearance of longitudinal play on the seats is possible.

Sound insulation at a very low level in the Mitsubishi ASX - reviews of those who operated the car unanimously agree on this. How the designers made such an omission is unknown. This defect is solved by independent efforts of car owners at their own expense, by installing an additional "anti-noise".

The Mitsubishi ASX review left almost all drivers satisfied. There is one drawback that cannot be counted among the disadvantages of a car, since it is due to the quality of our roads. Due to the high "muzzle" of the hood, it becomes necessary to keep a great distance from the vehicle in front. Otherwise, there is a chance not to have time to react to holes on the road.

Rear view camera is an aid when driving backwards. However, in versions with mechanics, even in the maximum configuration, it is absent. And again, the owners themselves solve this drawback by installing parking sensors at their own expense. Otherwise, there is a risk of hitting any obstacle less than a meter high if it is not visible in the side mirrors. Few people like these improvements, so there are negative reviews about the ASX Mitsubishi 2013.

Mitsubishi ASX suspension

The suspension of this Japanese crossover is not soft. This is immediately noticed by absolutely all drivers who get behind the wheel. She has inherent rigidity, but not excessive. The machine is good at absorbing bumps in the road, such as crossing rails or driving on cobblestones.

In 2011, the suspension was modified. This revision had a positive effect on the Mitsubishi ASH - the reviews of the owners of 2013 and earlier confirm this. The ground clearance of 20 cm allows the car to adequately pass field and summer tests on the road.

Options Mitsubishi ASX

Japanese ACX crossovers are equipped with a line of power units that are combined with a variator or with a manual 5-speed gearbox. The 1.6 liter engine is installed only in conjunction with a manual transmission. There are some complaints about the transmission. There are several known cases of replacement under the guarantee of the release bearing due to the whistle that occurred.

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Complaints have been noticed about a car with a 1.6L Mitsubishi ASX 2013 - the owners' reviews concern the clutch, which is considered weak. Under loads, according to them, the smell of a burnt clutch may appear. Detonation occurs at 3000 revolutions, and this phenomenon is quite common.

The range of engines installed on the ASX:

• Gasoline engine, volume 1.6 l, power 117hp Acceleration to hundreds - 11.4 seconds. Real fuel consumption, according to the owners - 5.3 liters when driving on the highway, 6.8 liters when driving in city mode.
• Gasoline engine, volume 1.8 l, power 140hp Although the engine is more powerful than the 1.6-liter engine, the acceleration dynamics have clearly suffered: 13.1s to 100 km / h. The real consumption for the highway is 6.4 liters, in the city - 9.8 liters.
• Gasoline engine, volume 2.0 l, power 150hp The most powerful motor in the ACX lineup, acceleration to hundreds - 11.9 s, while consuming 8.1 liters - highway and 10.5 liters urban mode.

There is a 1.8 liter diesel unit with a capacity of 150hp. Cars with this engine, due to their high fuel requirements, are not imported into the country.

Owners of Mitsubishi ASX with a 1.6 engine sometimes notice that the engine can start from the second, and sometimes from the third time. This prompts the owners of Mitsubishi ASX 1.6 to leave the reviews are not always flattering. But this is a very rare occurrence and should not be attributed to systematic shortcomings.

As you can see from the review, there are various reviews. It would be surprising if everyone only praised the car. But in general, it can be argued that the car is a worthy representative in its segment. It is perfect for city trips, giving its owner status and image. On country roads, Mitsubishi ASH has also established itself as an excellent and reliable means of transportation!

Good afternoon. In today's article, typical weak points of Mitsubishi ASH and problems during operation are considered. Traditionally for our site, the article is supplemented with excellent photo and video materials.

The competition among compact crossovers is fierce right now. Almost every car manufacturer considers it its duty to offer buyers a compact light off-road conqueror. Mitsubishi was no exception, which in 2010 introduced the Mitsubishi ASX crossover to the European market. And among the competitors, the Japanese "SUV" is not lost. A year later, on the streets of our cities, ASX began to come across with enviable regularity, and now the compact crossover is quite common on the used car market. And there he is also not deprived of attention from potential buyers. But will operating a used Mitsubishi ASX be joyful and serene?

The body is the weak point of the Mitsubishi ASH.

The paintwork of almost all modern cars is a favorite subject of criticism from motorists. The Japanese crossover was no exception. After a couple of years of operation, a fairly large number of small chips and scratches appear on the Mitsubishi ASX body. The Japanese crossover was also not spared by another problem of modern cars - the appearance of condensation in the rear lights and foglights. But if you can still put up with this, then it is much more difficult to put up with the bursting glasses of fog lamps. Keeping them safe and sound, however, is not so difficult. To do this, you must try not to expose the delicate glass foglights to sudden changes in temperature. So it is better not to get carried away with forcing deep puddles at full speed on the Mitsubishi ASX.

The salon is cheap and cheerful.

The interior plastics in the ASX are not too expensive, so it's no surprise that over time it starts to creak a little. Most crossover owners get used to the squeak and simply stop paying attention to it. But getting used to the drops from the ceiling lamp will not work. The problem will have to be solved. Condensation that forms between the roof and its upholstery can be eliminated by gluing the inner surface of the roof with special thermal insulation materials. It will not be very expensive, but you will have to tinker.

Range of engines - which is better to choose?

For the Mitsubishi ASX sold in our market, three gasoline engines were offered, each of which has a timing chain drive. At the moment, the owners of the Japanese crossover have the least complaints about the most powerful two-liter engine with a capacity of 150 horsepower. With timely service, it will not remind of itself at all.

But the weakest engine, which develops 117 horsepower with a volume of 1.6 liters, can cause minor problems from time to time. Some Mitsubishi ASX owners with this power unit have already managed to complain that they do not always manage to start the car the first time. But since over the years of production of the crossover the problem has not become a systemic one, the Japanese have not yet thought about solving it. But with detonation, which sometimes occurs at medium speed on cars with a 1.6-liter engine, dealers and Mitsubishi itself tried to fight. They released a new firmware for the engine ECU, which partially solved the problem. Although some owners still note that sometimes the detonation appears again.

There are fewer complaints about the 140-horsepower 1.8-liter gasoline engine. Only on restyled versions of the crossover, and they began to be produced in 2012, this power unit sometimes frightened the owners of the Japanese crossover with the appearance of extraneous rattling sounds. And if at first the official dealers blamed the resonating crankcase protection for everything, then it turned out that the source of extraneous sounds was the vibrating tensioner of the drive belt.

Transmission problems.

A very reliable manual transmission on the Mitsubishi ASX is relatively rare. Most of the cars that have already managed to prove themselves well on the older Outlander model. There are only a few known cases of premature CVT failure. And in this case, we can say with confidence that the blame for this lies entirely with the owners of the ill-fated cars.

The suspension is another weak point.

So if the Mitsubishi ASX has a weak point, then it definitely is its suspension. Not only was it not tuned in the best way on pre-styling crossovers (on cars that were released after 2012, the settings were changed for the better), but also in terms of reliability, it is far from ideal. The stabilizer bushings on the Mitsubishi ASX withstand only 35-40 thousand kilometers, after another 10-15 thousand kilometers, the crossover can upset with leaking front shock absorbers. The rest of the "consumables" can withstand more. And their cost is quite acceptable, so the suspension of the "Japanese" will not require any special costs.

Conclusion.

The owners of Mitsubishi ASX are certainly not insured from minor troubles, but the Japanese crossover will not deliver big troubles. In terms of reliability, it looks much more preferable than most of its competitors. No wonder even used Mitsubishi ASX find their new owners quickly enough.

That's all for me today, if you want to supplement an article about the weaknesses of the Mitsubishi ASH - write comments.

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Year of issue: 2014

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