Mitsubishi Delica D:5 Review
2017-2023
The Mitsubishi Delica D:5 (CV1W Series) is a unique 4x4 rugged minivan layout in Kenya, highly functional for tour operations, large family safaris, and unpaved upcountry tracks. Landed prices range from KSh 2.4M to KSh 4.5M.
*This score is awarded by our team of expert reviewers after extensive testing of the car
What’s good
- Unique 4x4 minivan versatility: 210 mm clearance with lockable AWC 4WD.
- Sub-2,500 cc diesel tax advantage.
- Robust 380 Nm low-end diesel climbing torque.
What’s not so good
- Boxy exterior design styling.
- DPF filter requires low-SAPS diesel engine oil.
Most popular: Delica D:5 2.2 D-Power / P-Package 4WD
5 doorsPetrol, DieselAutomatic
At a glance
- Model
- Mitsubishi Delica D:5 (CV1W Series)
- Production years
- 2017–2023
- Body type
- 5-Door 7/8-Seater 4WD Minivan
- Seating capacity
- 7 or 8
- Fuel types
- Clean Diesel, Petrol
- Engine sizes
- 2,267 cc (2.2L Clean Diesel)
- Transmission
- 8-Speed Automatic
- Drivetrain
- All-Wheel Control (AWC 4WD with Lock)
- Ground clearance
- 210 mm
- Source market
- UK / Japan (RHD)
Fuel consumption
Manufacturer / import-market figures: 13.6 km/L. Tank: 64 L (about 870 km combined). Real-world use varies with load, traffic and altitude.
Running cost
- City driving
- KES 2,063 / 100 km
- Highway driving
- KES 1,436 / 100 km
- 1,000 km a month
- KES 16,688
- Full tank (64 L)
- KES 14,525
Based on petrol at KES 226.96/L, 15-10-2026 to 14-11-2026. Combined economy unless stated.
Work out a trip cost →Trims & variants
G-Power / D-Power / P-Package / URBAN GEAR
- Setup
2.2L turbo diesel (148 hp / 380 Nm), 8-speed automatic, AWC 4WD with lock, 13.6 km/L.
Package tiers
Delica D:5 packages range from practical family grades to dark-themed Urban Gear luxury editions.
| Package | Level | Key features |
|---|---|---|
| G-Power / D-Power | Mid utility | 8 seats, dual power sliding doors, 7-inch display, AWC 4WD, 18-inch alloys. |
| P-Package / URBAN GEAR | Flagship luxury | Leather seats, e-Assist safety suite, power tailgate, multi-around camera system. |
About the Mitsubishi Delica D:5
Powered by the 2.2L 4N14 Clean Diesel engine (2,267 cc / 148 hp / 380 Nm), it stays strictly below 2,500 cc to trigger KRA's standard 25% excise tax bracket.
Disclaimer
Tax figures are estimates based on October 2026 KRA schedules. Always verify specific chassis CRSP entries with your clearing agent prior to purchase.
