First Drive: 2006 Mitsubishi Raider

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2006 Mitsubishi Raider
Although the Raider's underpinnings are Dodge-derived, its skin is pure Mitsubishi. Flared fenders and bedsides are aggressive, and a thin upper grille and thick lower bumper give the Raider an aggressive, industrial snarl.

Our only styling gripe focuses on front-end overhang, which makes the truck look like it needs some help from the Nip/Tuck guys. That big schnoz might also be a hindrance off-road, where short overhang and increased ramp angles are vital.

Two body styles are available, an extended cab with a 6-foot-4-inch bed, and a double cab with a 5-foot-3-inch bed. Both offer four doors, but the extended cab doors open rearward and the rear seat only offers 32.1 inches of legroom, while the double cab boasts 36.4 inches to stretch out.

The Raider also boasts a best-in-class 5-year/60,000-mile bumper-to-bumper and 7-year/100,000-mile powertrain warranty. The Dakota only offers a 3-year/36,000-mile bumper-to-bumper warranty and a 7-year/70,000-mile powertrain warranty. So if coverage is important to you, Raider is the way to go.