The Outlander gets upgraded
Mitsubishi’s premium mid-sized SUV, the Outlander, has undergone an upgrade for the 2015 model year.
Visually, the 2015 Outlander looks more purposeful with a new upper grille design, a black under-grille area and chrome surrounds for the front fog lamps. Silver roof rails and skid plates are off-set by new black wheel arch garnish.
A new under-floor stow-away area is now also available in the Outlander’s capacious boot where, based on customer feedback, the removal of the Rockford Fosgate sound system makes way for even more storage space. With seven practical, useable seats, the new storage compartment has also been perfectly designed to house the tonneau cover when all seven seats are in place.
Under the body, changes to the CVT have been geared toward reduced fuel consumption and better driving characteristics. A larger-spectrum lock-up range allows for greater driving pleasure and improved fuel economy thanks to a greater selection of theoretical ‘gear ratios’. Manual override is available for when the driver requires more control over the transmission, with paddle shifting on hand for a sporty feel.
The upgraded Mitsubishi is keeping its 2.4-litre petrol engine, with an average fuel economy on the combined cycle of 8.2-litres per 100 km (obtained under ideal conditions).
Highlights include Bluetooth with hands-free voice control, an electric tailgate, a rear-view camera linked to rear parking sensors, a radio/CD/MP3/USB audio system with a touch screen interface and an on-board entertainment system for rear passengers, a keyless operating system, leather upholstery, heated front seats, an electric driver’s seat, dual zone automatic air conditioning system, cruise control, a multi-info trip computer, automatic lights and rain sensors, an electric glass sunroof and 18-inch alloy wheels.
The Mitsubishi Outlander is available as standard with a 3-year/ 100 000 km warranty and a 5-year/ 90 000 km service plan, linked to service intervals of 15 000 km.
The new 2015 Outlander 2.4 GLS Exceed retails for R439 900.