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#21 of 32 Endeavor AWD Experience in the Snow by shadowtrax Dec 23, 2007 (5:36 pm)
BTW, I just purchased an '06 Endeavor Limited AWD awhile back and enjoy it. We just had our third snow storm in Denver this year (2007) and the truck did great in the snow! I took it out on the first snow at night and drove all around the side streets and small hills, and practiced a bit in the Target parking lot to see how it would react - it did well. I also drove around testing the AWD along with starts/stops on hills and in deeper snow (8-10 inches). I also played around with the truck/AWD in the other two snows as well. The one thing that was readily apparent, the stock tires (Turanzas) are not good in the snow at all, a set of different tires would make a noticeable difference for snow traction and driving, and by most accounts I've read from others and on Tirerack.com, on ride/noise as well. I have a fair amount of winter/snow driving experience from living and driving in Denver and to the ski resorts in Colorado so I have a little background on how different vehicles and tires react. I've had a variety of four-wheel drive vehicles (Pathfinder, Explorer, Trailblazer), and AWD vehicles including a Subaru and a BMW 325xi (still have the 325xi and it does well in the snow, but dreadful ground clearance). These Turanza tires do not do well by any stretch of the imagination (but they seem to last a decent amount of time if rotated regularly), and if they weren't so new, I would spring for a different set of tires. Bottom line, I think the AWD with it's 50/50 torque split does a good job in the snow. Anybody change their tires, and if so, what have you gone with and how have you liked them? Replies to this message: servant (Dec 24, 2007 7:10 am) shadowtrax (Dec 24, 2007 11:10 am)
#22 of 32 Re: Endeavor AWD Experience in the Snow [shadowtrax] by servant Dec 24, 2007 (7:10 am)
Replying to: shadowtrax (Dec 23, 2007 5:36 pm) We have 55,000 on our '05 that we bought two years ago, so this is our third winter with it in Minnesota. Does fine in the snow; yesterday did as well as anyone else on the ice/snow mix. Saw a lot of fancier SUVs that were doing a lot of sliding around. I do think it would do much better with a new set of tires, especially with the miles these have (still original Turanza's). Tread is getting down there, but have worn evenly with regular rotation. Am hopeful a new set will be quieter (get some road noise now). Anyone have suggestions.. to reduce noise but still do decently on all road surfaces? Replies to this message: shadowtrax (Dec 24, 2007 11:10 am)
#23 of 32 Re: Endeavor AWD Experience in the Snow [servant] by shadowtrax Dec 24, 2007 (11:10 am)
Replying to: servant (Dec 24, 2007 7:10 am) As for good all-around all-season tires for the Endeavor (smooth quiet ride yet do decent in the snow/rain) - I've done some searching on the internet forums, the tire forums, and asked the local tire shops what tires their customers have been happy with on their cross-over SUV type vehicles. From what I've gathered the Continental CrossContact LX is one of the best all around tires, especially for the price. And the Goodyear Fortera is also a good option for the Endeavor. From what I've read, almost any new tire will provide a more quite ride on the Endeavor - guess the Turanzas weren't a good choice for that vehicle. I sure wish the original tires would wear quicker... I'll be ready for some new tires. I have 36K on mine and still plenty of tread, and it looks like Servant (post above) has 55K on his - the Turanza's are noisy and don't provide much in the way of tread, but they do wear well with regular rotations.
#25 of 32 Premium Fuel by js3 Feb 06, 2008 (10:16 pm)
Do you need to use premium fuel with the Endeavor. I am considering buying one? Replies to this message: rubyred83 (Feb 14, 2008 12:46 pm)
#26 of 32 Re: Premium Fuel [js3] by rubyred83 Feb 14, 2008 (12:46 pm)
Replying to: js3 (Feb 06, 2008 10:16 pm) Mitsubishi recommends 91 octane or better fuel be used; I have heard of owners running 87 octane and reporting no problems. The higher performance V-6s that Mitsubishi sells (in the Eclipse GT and Galant Rallyart) require 91 octane or better. Service personelle have reported to me that the low grade will cause emission-related problems in the long-run.   If you want the maximum performance out of the motor, then use 91 octane. Don't buy the cheap stuff, either. I personally like how my cars run off BP gas.
#27 of 32 Re: Driving comparo with Outlander? [spaceman210] by rubyred83 Feb 14, 2008 (1:00 pm)
Replying to: spaceman210 (Mar 26, 2007 5:10 pm) The Endeaver will drive and handle like a very responsive mid-size car with a high seating position. The Outlander will handle and perform like a sports car with a high seat position. My wife drives an Outlander XLS (she's behind the wheel 95% of the time) and she loves its handling (her summer ride is a BMW 328i Convertible). I prefer the more sedate manners and the larger backseat room of the Endeavor, personally. Don't get me wrong, the Endeavor will perform if called upon, the Outlander is just easier and more fun to toss around. If you can live with the passenger/cargo limitations of the Outlander, it will be more fun to drive in the long haul.
#28 of 32 JUST BOUGHT 07 ENDEAVOR LS AWD -TOWING QUESTIONS by jramirez71 Sep 02, 2008 (7:39 am)
First, I absolutely love this car. A few questions for the forum:   1. AWD LS - I am averaging 19, 75% HIGHWAY DRIVING. What can I expect to get on a roadtrip?   2. I would like to buy a camper. It's rated to tow a maximum of 3500 lbs. Is the factory package ready for a hitch or do I need a transmission cooler, etc?   3. Experience towing with the car anyone?
#29 of 32 MP3 Aftermarket Hook-Up by anniekatie Sep 02, 2008 (1:31 pm)
I have a 2005 Endeavor LS and am looking for a way to use my Apple IPod through the stereo. I haven't found anything online, and I'm wondering if anyone has any suggestions? Thank you!
#30 of 32 www.neverbuymitsubishiagain.com by neverbuymits Sep 02, 2008 (2:41 pm)
I have a 2004 black Mitsubishi Endeavor and am having problems with the paint. The paint is falling off! The dealership "attempted" to correct and made a bigger mess now they won't return my calls. This is a $38,000.00 "luxury suv" that looks like ____ (fill in the blank) I will never buy mitsubishi again... I promise you that. www.neverbuymitsubishiagain.com

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