Mitsubishi Delica

The Mitsubishi Delica D:5 is a minivan built on a car platform but designed to handle more than just city school runs. It sits in an unusual space between a family MPV and a light off-roader, offering all-wheel drive alongside seating for seven or eight passengers. The engine is typically a 2.4-litre petrol or a diesel option depending on the generation, and the CVT or automatic transmission keeps driving relaxed in stop-and-go traffic. City mileage will vary but expect figures in the 8-12 km/l range depending on the drivetrain and load.

In Pakistan, the Delica D:5 arrives primarily as a Japanese used import, so parts sourcing requires more effort than mainstream options like Toyota Voxy or Honda Stepwagon. Specialist importers in Karachi, Lahore, and Islamabad stock some components, but for anything beyond routine service you may need to order parts. Mechanics familiar with Mitsubishi automatics are available in larger cities but less so in smaller towns. Resale is reasonable among import-vehicle buyers but the market is narrower than Toyota alternatives.

The D:5 suits a buyer who wants AWD capability alongside genuine family space and does not mind the extra effort of import-vehicle ownership. The honest limitation is parts availability and higher running costs compared to locally assembled minivans.