5 Reasons The Mitsubishi Destinator Should Be Your Next Family SUV

Mitsubishi’s new 7-seater SUV has everything you need! 

Mitsubishi’s new Destinator seamlessly blends premium style, modern technology with practical family-friendly utility. If you are looking for your next family road trip companion, this SUV from the legendary Japanese brand must be on your radar. Here are five reasons why: 

BIG ON SPACE 

The new Destinator delivers a truly spacious interior experience. There’s no dearth of kneeroom or headroom in the second row. An interesting feature is the 40:20:40 split. You can choose to fold down the centre portion and get ‘captain seats’. 

When the extended family is over, the third row will be more than happy to accommodate them. In case you’ve got more luggage, this row folds flat, unlocking a massive cargo area. 

From taking your kids to school and running errands, to a fully-loaded road trip, the Destinator is at equal ease. 

BIG ON TECH 

Mitsubishi has loaded the Destinator with features that feel modern, intuitive and most-importantly, user-friendly. Twin screens, including a 8-inch digital driver’s display and a 12.3-inch touchscreen stand out with their slick interface and ease-of-use. It’s paired with a crisp sounding 8-speaker Dynamic Sound Yamaha audio system which is sure to get a nod from the audiophiles. 

For all the devices the family carries, the Destinator is equipped with USB type-A and type-C chargers in each row, and a wireless charger in the front row. That way, nobody has to squabble to get their devices charged. 

BIG ON LUXURY 

The use of synthetic leather on the steering wheel, gear lever and seats gives the cabin an upmarket vibe. Features from more expensive, luxury SUVs are available with the new Destinator, which completes the experience: 

• Dual-zone climate control: lets you set individual temperatures for the driver and passenger side. 
• Panasonic nanoe™ X function: an advanced air purification system that keeps the cabin air clean, fresh and healthy.
• Multi-colour ambient lighting: to make those night drives a little more special.
• Panoramic sunroof: for the wind in your hair, and soaking in the sun.
• Handsfree Powered Tailgate: open the boot without having to press any button.

Second row occupants will also appreciate thoughtful additions such as the seatback tables and cupholders. 

BIG ON EASE 

The torquey 1.5-litre MIVEC Turbo engine paired with a continuously variable transmission (CVT) is tuned to deliver smooth and responsive acceleration. Whether you are navigating downtown or heading out for a long highway drive, the Destinator handles both effortlessly. 

Drivers can select from 5 drive modes (Normal, Wet, Gravel, Mud, Tarmac) which should give you some more confidence when surfaces change. It’s class-leading 214mm of ground clearance and healthy approach-departure angles means it can comfortably clear obstacles if needed. 

BIG ON SAFETY 

Mitsubishi delivers a robust safety package with the Destinator. Occupant protection is taken care of by six SRS airbags, anti-lock braking system (ABS) with electronic brakeforce distribution (EBD). ISOFIX child seat mounts are provided in the second row to mount child seats safely and easily. Other important safety features include Active Stability Control (ASC), Hill Start Assist (HSA) and Traction Control (TCL). 

Front and rear parking sensors, along with the Multi Around Monitor (MAM) which uses four cameras to give you a real-time bird’s-eye view of the vehicle makes parking and navigating tight spots safer and easier. It also highlights pedestrians and obstacles for that added layer of safety. 

The Mitsubishi Motors Safety Sensing (MMSS) suite includes driver aids such as Blind Spot Warning (BSW) for safer lane changes and Rear Cross Traffic Alert (RCTA) to detect vehicles approaching from the side when you are reversing out of a parking slot. 

Ultimately, the Destinator isn’t just another SUV, it’s a well-rounded companion for your family. With a comfortable cabin, impressive and intuitive technology and thoughtful safety features you can rely on, this Mitsubishi is a jack of all trades. Built to handle everything from school runs to long weekend getaways without breaking a sweat, the Destinator can make the journey feel just as special as the destination.