Road Tests: Mitsubishi L200

You can't argue with the sales figures. They prove that Mitsubishi's offering in the fiercely competetive pickup market must have something going for it - but to be honest, we were unable to identify any one area where the L200 stands out significantly above any of its rivals. It's certainly refined, has a lively performance and acceptable economy, and rides and drives like a car, in the dry at least. Comfort and build quality are also car-like. Although an extremely competent all-rounder, the Mitsubishi L200's excessive servicing demands and the marginal behaviour in the wet prevent it rising to the top of our list. But despite this lack of obvious brilliance the Mitsubishi is very successful, and as such, we can't argue with it.