Mitsubishi Carisma Hatchback 1996-
  • Economy

    Value

    3 out of 5 3.0

    Bought from a dealer - I'd buy another tomorrow but only privately.

    Costs

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Costs were low - I did my own servicing so used pattern filters and economy branded tyres.

  • On the road

    Driving

    4 out of 5 4.0

    An easy to drive car with light accelerator and clutch - handling seemed as good as is needed.

    Performance

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Fairly nippy and happy to cruise for extended distances at speeds that I won't admit to!

  • Living with it

    Reliability

    4 out of 5 4.0

    I had an alternator breakdown at about 80,000 miles - recovery and replacement at a local (Small) garage cost me £140, so not too bad - no other problems.

    Image

    3 out of 5 3.0

    I considered it one-up on a Mondeo, but not a BMW or Alfa!

    Comfort

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Driving position good, although I did occasionally suffer with 'numb bum' after a few hours at the wheel.

  • Security and Service

    Security

    3 out of 5 3.0

    The worst thing that happened was the remote locking fob needed a new battery! Otherwise no problems.

    Service

    1 out of 5 1.0

    Self servicing seemed OK but only basic servicing needed.

  • Problems and Ownership

    Problems

    Engine

    None, although it did need a new alternator.

    Other

    Ownership

    Did you buy the car new?

    Used

    Would you buy the same model again?

    Yes

    Did you buy from the same manufacturer again?

    Yes