Mitsubishi adds GLS 2WD variant to Strada stable

MITSUBISHI Motors Philippines Corp. (MMPC) announced it has added a new variant to line of Strada pickup models. Called the Strada GLS 2WD, the freshly released vehicle combines the “power and reliability of a traditional pickup while having car-like comfort and ease of handling,” the company said in a statement.

The Strada GLS 2WD is powered by Mitsubishi’s 4N15 MIVEC clean-diesel engine, which can be matched to either a six-speed manual or five-speed automatic transmission. MMPC said this engine’s variable geometry turbocharger maximizes power but at the same reduces fuel consumption and emissions. Power output is rated at 179hp at 3,500rpm and 430Nm at 2,500rpm.

Identifying the Strada GLS 2WD are a dark-chrome grille and a unique side-step plate. It also has chrome side mirrors that have integrated LED turn signals, daytime running lights, and fog lamps in the front and rear. Completing the changes are 17-inch alloy wheels.

In the cabin, the new Strada variant has fabric seats, a four-spoke leather-wrapped steering wheel, and magnesium alloy paddle shifters for the pickup with an automatic transmission.

MMPC sells the Strada GLS 2WD for P1.215 million and P1.295 million, depending on the choice of gearbox.