Overview & Reviews

User Reviews:

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  Nightmare - 2000 Mitsubishi Diamante
  By NoMaaM - June 14 - 6:43 am

  I have had nothing but problems with my 2000 Mitsubishi Diamante. The last one is the famous heater core leakage problem. Just google for "Diamante heatercore" and you will see It is a known problem and Mitsubishi knows about it but is not doing anything. This problem costs $700 - $900 to repair or you will be poisoned inhaling antifreeze. Also, the 60,000 mile service costs $1,500 for a car not worth even $9,000. I will never purchase a Mitsuibishi again.

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  Love the Diamante - 2002 Mitsubishi Diamante
  By Matt Labonte - June 1 - 6:06 am

  I love it. Took it to Los Angeles (from Portland, Oregon) just after I bought it, and the fuel economy was devine at 30 mpg. Rather good for a 3.5 V6 engine, in such a large car. The car rides very smooth, absorbing the bumbs in the road well. Handling is on par, and the car is very comfortable overall. Sure you can get an Acura, or Lexus for around the same price, but the cool thing about the Diamante is that you dont see them on every corner. I like having a car that is fairly rare.

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  Mixed Feelings... - 1997 Mitsubishi Diamante
  By rowe0816 - May 27 - 3:46 pm

  I love my Diamante, especially since its my first car. Styling is beautiful (looks like a BMW) and is the definition of luxury. Brakes do wear fast, and transmission does jerk a lot. Gas mileage is actually decent considering it has a V6 engine (I usually get 18-20 MPG). Around 100,000 miles, it seemed like every part needed replaced, radiator, starter, 2 head gaskets. It had a lot of mechanical problems which shouldnt be happening at only 100,000 miles. But all things considered, its a fair car, and I got a great deal on it so its hard to complain about that.

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  Why did they quit making this car - 2001 Mitsubishi Diamante
  By otis - May 1 - 10:56 pm

  This car replaced a 1997 Diamante. Both are great driving cars. Comfortable ride and tracking, excellent build quality and fuel economy. This car has 120,000 miles now and at about 100,000 miles had to replace heater core. No other maintenance problems. Does not use oil or have any leaks.

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  Mitsubishis are underated - 2003 Mitsubishi Diamante
  By Nelson Nicholas - May 1 - 2:00 am

  Bestkept secret. Glad not to see them all over the road. Much better ride than rated. Stylish interior. Incredible sound system. Best bang for the buck. Mitsu didnt market them properly. Why pay much more for Lexus 300.

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  My Opinion Hasnt Changed! VRX Rocks - 2002 Mitsubishi Diamante
  By KentS - May 1 - 2:00 am

  Bought my VR-X in 2002 and now have over 50K on it (Im a frequent commuter between Charleston, SC and Atlanta -- if you dont blink youll see me) and this is a great car! My only complaint is the terrible Goodyear Tires that Im getting ready to replace. Sorry to say that I see one on the road every now and then, so its not quite as unique as it used to be, but thats good news for some.

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  2003 Diamante vs. 1998 Diamante - 2003 Mitsubishi Diamante
  By kat - April 18 - 8:33 pm

  This is my second Diamante. Also own a 1998. When comparing the 2003 to 1998, Mitsubishi has cheapened up on the interior. Lower quality leather & poorer sounding stereo. Problems with highway driving when tractor trailers are in front of me. The front end tends to shift back and forth as if there are aerodynamics & traction control issues. Electrical system does crazy things. For example, doors lock by themselves. I say, stick with the older models. They are more comfortable and give a better ride. More like what you would expect for a $30,000 car.

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  The best Limo in the US - 2002 Mitsubishi Diamante
  By johnywiz - April 12 - 2:00 am

  Although I get strange looks in the Limo lot at OHare Airport this car is proving to be a great alternative limousine to the generic Lincoln. Not only is it a great drive but,as my customers keep telling me, it is a great ride. I bought the ES and had the dealer installed leather option. Fit is great but one of the door trims is not up to scratch. However it has been a no quibble replacement. 100% reliable and drives exactly the same whether empty or fully loaded which suggests that it was engineered with integrity. Every day a passenger leaves my Diamante with the intention of putting it on their new car shopping list. I wish I was on commission!

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  good bang for buck - 2000 Mitsubishi Diamante
  By nito721 - April 6 - 10:00 am

  only had it a couple of weeks but very satisfied with my purchase. only problem is a few paint chips. has power and comfort plus other high end options for a low end price. only paid 14000. looks like i paid 18-20k. at least.

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  VRX- fun to drive - 2002 Mitsubishi Diamante
  By BigSheek - March 19 - 2:00 am

  Fun to drive and new dash is eye catching. Sleek new lines but gas mileage could be better. Less than what was advertised.