The 2008 Mitsubishi Raider is a midsize pick-up truck equipped with a robust engine, spacious cabin and excellent towing capacity. For 2008, the Raider Durocross and SE trim levels have been eliminated. The 2008 Mitsubishi Raider is a carryover of the 2007 model. It is covered under several warranties such as a 5-year/60,000-mile; a 7-year/100,000-mile; and a 5-year/unlimited miles warranty.
Powertrain and Performance
The 2008 Mitsubishi Raider comes in two body styles — the Extended Cab and the Double Cab (Crew Cab) and four trim levels — the LS Extended Cab 2WD MT, LS Extended Cab 2WD AT, LS Double Cab 2WD, and LS Double Cab 4WD V6. The Raider is powered by a standard 3.7-liter V6 engine that produces 210 horsepower and 235 pound-feet of torque. A six-speed manual transmission (MT) is standard on the LS Extended Cab 2WD MT, while a four-speed automatic transmission (AT) is standard on the LS Double Cab 4WD V6.
Fuel economy of the LS Extended Cab 2WD MT is 16/20 mpg (city/highway), while that of the LS Double Cab 4WD V-6 is 14/18 mpg (city/highway). Maximum towing capacity varies from 2,950 pounds (for Raider MT models) to 4,150 pounds with the AT versions.
Build and Styling
The 2008 Mitsubishi Raider is a fine package with simple, easy-to-use controls and standard features that include 16-inch wheels (with steel wheels on the Extended Cab versions and aluminum wheels on the Double Cab trims); air-conditioning; tinted glass; four-speaker audio system; power windows; power locks with keyless entry; power mirrors; premium cloth upholstery; built-in storage trays; front-mounted auxiliary audio input jack; and AM/FM stereo radio with integrated single-CD player.
The Raider Extended Cab offers the convenience of second-row seating with seating for five people, while the four-door Double Cab has capacity for six passengers. All Raider versions feature a heavy-duty suspension, front and rear stabilizer bars and rack-and–pinion steering. Sirius satellite radio is also available on the 2008 Raider.
Safety Features
The 2008 Mitsubishi Raider comes with high-tech standard features such as advanced dual front airbags with two-stage inflators; rear-wheel anti-lock brakes; dual three-point rear seat belts; and lower anchors and tethers for children. Its fully boxed steel frame with hydro-formed octagonal rail tips makes it safer. Fog lamps are also available as an option on the 2008 Raider.
