# Rugged Seven-Seater SUVs The 2016 Mitsubishi Challenger Carries On a Popular Legacy By Rahul Kalvapalle | Published 2015-06-05 | Autos Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mitsubishi-challenger References: [gizmag](http://www.gizmag.com/2016-mitsubishi-challenger-reveal/37851/) & [mitsubishi-motors.au](http://www.mitsubishi-motors.com.au/vehicles/challenger) The 2016 [Mitsubishi](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mitsubishi-delica-d5) [Challenger](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/jeep-wrangler-magneto-20) is a vehicle that hasn't even been officially unveiled yet, and isn't expected to go on sale until 2016, but is already attracting a lot of hype. This SUV follows the recipe that has made generations of its predecessors so successful. The chassis and parts of the body structure are borrowed from the L200/Triton trick, while a rear end reminiscent of an estate is used to form this solid [seven-seater](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/affordable-offroad-vehicle). However, it's not all a copy-paste job however. The new Mitsubishi Challenger boasts a unique bonnet, grille and front wings featuring the latest version of the Mitsubishi face. Indeed this vehicle's face is more or less identical to that of the 2013 Mitsubishi GR-HEV concept truck. The Challenger is a vehicle that lives by the adage of 'if it ain't broke, don't fix it' but still packs enough updates to make it exciting for buyers. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 0.6/10 - Popularity: 8% | Activity: 2% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Autos](https://www.trendhunter.com/autos) ## Key Themes ### What's Driving This Trend - **Rugged Suvs with Seven Seats:** The demand for reliability and spaciousness in SUVs is a trend that continues to dominate the market. - **Borrowing From Legacy Models:** Companies are finding new ways to innovate and improve upon classic models that have proven successful in the past. - **Unique Design Elements:** Vehicle manufacturers are exploring new design elements to differentiate their vehicles and stand out in a crowded market. ### Who This Affects Most - **Automotive:** The automotive industry is ripe for disruptive innovation, particularly in the realm of electric vehicles and autonomous driving. - **Construction/heavy Machinery:** Manufacturers in the construction industry can also look to borrow elements from legacy models and experiment with new design elements. - **Tourism/family Travel:** Tourism and family travel industries can benefit from the rise in popularity of rugged SUVs with seven seats, allowing for reliable and comfortable transportation of larger groups and families. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Off-Road Minivan-Inspired SUVs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mitsubishi-delica-d5.md) - [Muscular Hybrid SUVs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/muscular-hybrid-suv.md) - [Six-Seater Adventure Vehicles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mitsubishi-dx-concept1.md) - [Electrified Compact SUVs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/allnew-grandis.md) - [Hyper-Rugged Tech-Packed SUVs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/2026-land-rover-defender.md) - [Revived Japanese Auto Brands](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ralliart.md) - [Upgraded Rugged Full-Size SUVs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/2026-jeep-grand-wagoneer.md) - [Full-Size Hybrid SUVs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/2026-toyota-land-cruiser-hybrid-300.md) - [Rugged Adventure-Ready Electric SUVs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/trailseeker-ev-suv.md)