Mitsubishi Raider: Trims, Generations & Buyer's Guide
Last updated August 4, 2026
The Mitsubishi Raider is a midsize pickup sold from 2006 through 2009. It is known for bold styling and useful hauling ability in a more manageable package than a full-size truck.
The Raider spent its short run focused on straightforward truck usefulness rather than a sprawling lineup. Its V6 power, practical bed, and relatively manageable size suited everyday driving, work, and weekend hauling. The roomier Double Cab also served as a pickup alternative to an SUV.
Strengths
- Its midsize proportions make it less bulky than a full-size pickup for everyday driving.
- The V6 produced 210 horsepower in 2009, giving the Raider useful muscle without changing its straightforward character.
- Properly equipped 2009 models were rated to tow about 4,200 pounds.
- The Double Cab provides more passenger space and works as a practical SUV alternative when a cargo bed is also needed.
- Its bold styling gives it a distinct look among midsize pickups from its era.
Who it's for
The Raider fits used-truck shoppers who need a bed and useful towing capacity but do not want the bulk of a full-size pickup. The Double Cab makes the most sense for buyers who also expect to carry passengers regularly.
Mitsubishi Raider lineup
By 2009, the lineup had narrowed to a single LS trim with V6 power and rear-wheel drive. That makes the LS the straightforward choice rather than one step in a broad trim ladder. Cab style matters more when comparing these late Raiders: the Extended Cab keeps the truck compact, while the Double Cab is the better fit for regular passenger use.
Mitsubishi Raider generations
From 2009 to 2009, the Raider spans 1 generation. The current 1st Generation arrived for 2006.
1st Generation (2006–2009)
The Raider’s only generation was a midsize pickup. By its final year, the lineup had been simplified around the LS trim and V6 engine.
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2009
Final model year. The Extended Cab gained a standard tilt steering wheel, but the rest of the lineup was essentially unchanged.
What's new by year
See what changed in a specific model year of the Mitsubishi Raider.
Frequently asked questions
What kind of vehicle is the Mitsubishi Raider?
The Mitsubishi Raider is a midsize pickup. It was designed to provide useful hauling ability and everyday comfort without the bulk of a full-size truck.
Is the Mitsubishi Raider a full-size truck?
No. The Raider is a midsize pickup, so its role is easier everyday use with practical truck capability rather than the size of a full-size model.
Does the Mitsubishi Raider come as a hybrid?
No hybrid is part of the final Raider lineup. The 2009 model used a gas-powered 3.7-liter V6 producing 210 horsepower and 235 lb-ft of torque.
Is the Mitsubishi Raider useful for towing?
Yes, within midsize-truck limits. The final Raider lineup had a maximum towing rating of 4,000 to 4,203 pounds, depending on the truck.
Is the Mitsubishi Raider practical for passengers?
The Double Cab is the passenger-friendly Raider. It has four full doors, more passenger room, and seating for five or six, making it the better fit for regular back-seat use.
How many generations of the Mitsubishi Raider were made?
There was one Raider generation, running from 2006 through 2009. That short production span means every Raider belongs to the same basic generation.
What fuel economy does the Mitsubishi Raider get?
The final 2009 Raider lineup was rated at 15 to 16 mpg in the city and 20 mpg on the highway. It is a gas-powered V6 pickup rather than an economy-focused truck.