Insurance Group: 31
MPG: 34.4
CO2: 216
0-62 Mph: 10.4 secs
BHP: 197 BHP
Range: 522 miles
PROS: The Shogun has immense pulling power, offers an impressive level of standard kit and is very luxurious.
CONS: Like every Shogun, the Warrior falls under a high tax band. With a short-wheelbase and only three doors, the car is far less spacious than might be expected from a car of this class.
The Shogun’s 3.2 litre 4-cylinder diesel engine produces 197bhp at 3,800 rpm with torque of 325lb-ft. This translates to a top speed of 111 mph, while travelling from 0-62 mph takes 10.4 seconds.
The Warrior is outstanding off-road thanks to the monstrous amount of pulling-power provided by the 3.2 litre diesel engine. The gearbox has a low ratio setting with the option of a rear differential lock for extremely muddy conditions. It is not quite as impressive on tarmac however, as the engine struggles to shift the weight of the car, meaning it can be sluggish when overtaking.
The Warrior feels cumbersome through bends where there is a large amount of body-lean. The ride is not too comfortable either as the suspension fails to smooth imperfections in the road. The diesel engine is fairly quiet off-road and at low speeds but rattles on asphalt and at motorway speeds there is a fair amount of wind noise. Tyre roar is also noticeable.
There is suitable adjustment in the driver's seat for most people to find their ideal position. However, the steering wheel adjusts for height only. The dashboard is well-laid out and the controls are easy to reach whilst all-round visibility is also excellent.
The Warrior has a well-crafted, attractive exterior. Inside the cabin the materials are solid and built to last whilst all Shoguns have alloys, climate control, MP3-compatible CD player, electric windows and mirrors and keyless entry.
The Warrior offers electric-powered and heated leather seats, cruise control, satellite-navigation, and a 30GB hard disk for music storage. Metallic paint is available at an additional cost whilst elegance models feature an upgraded stereo and rear air-conditioning.
Diamond trim is exclusive to five-door cars and offers chrome and 20-inch wheels.
The Shogun is a big car with masses of space and headroom and legroom in the rear are plentiful. The car comes with five seats, missing out on the seven seat package available on other models. The boot space stands at 1,120 litres with the seats up and 2,545 litres when the seats are down, but the seats are more awkward to move than in other big 4x4s.
The Warrior has an impressive safety kit. Stability control, and front, side and curtain airbags are standard throughout the range. The anti-lock brakes come with electronic brakeforce distribution to give more stable stopping power. All models feature keyless entry, plus an alarm and immobiliser to deter thieves. The Warrior is well-built and its reliability is not in doubt as it comes with a three-year warranty with unlimited mileage.
The Warrior is priced at £34,249 which is slightly more expensive than the BMW X3 but cheaper than the Land Rover Discovery. It comes lavishly equipped with features such as electric-powered and heated leather seats, satellite-navigation and cruise control that are exclusive to Warrior models.
Running costs are still high however and the car comes under road tax band K and insurance bracket 31. Fuel economy is not great either, achieving 34.4 mpg on the combined cycle whilst emitting 207g/km of CO2.
The car is also less spacious than the SG4 - and more expensive to insure. The car is a decent prospect for those who are looking for a well-kitted out large 4x4 but the basic Equippe model has the essentials well-covered and presents the best option in terms of value for money.
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