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Summary
The Mitsubishi Outlander offers four-cylinder and V6 engines and sophisticated four-wheel-drive technology. The cabin is comfortable, spacious and user-friendly, with available state-of-the-art entertainment and navigation systems. Top-notch occupant safety equipment and crash avoidance features are standard across the line.NewCarTestDrive.com correspondent Tom Lankard filed this report from Northern Virginia. John Katz in Pennsylvania reported on the four-cylinder model.
(Source: New Cars Test Drive)
Model Line Overview
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Model Lineup:
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Mitsubishi Outlander ES 2WD ($20,580); ES 4WD ($22,900); SE 2WD ($23,980); SE 4WD ($25,380); XLS 2WD ($24,580); XLS 4WD ($25,980) |
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Engines:
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3.0-liter sohc 24-valve V6 |
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Transmissions:
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6-speed automatic with Sportronic |
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Saftey Equipment (standard):
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twin, dual-stage front airbags; front seat-mounted side airbags; roof-mounted side air curtains; active front seat head restraints; electronic skid control; ABS with EBD; second seat child seat safety anchors (LATCH); tire pressure monitoring system |
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Saftey Equipment (optional):
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all-wheel drive |
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Basic Warranty:
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5 years/60,000 miles |
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Assembled In:
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Mizushima, Japan |
Specifications As Tested
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Model Tested (MSRP):
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Mitsubishi Outlander XLS 4WD ($25,980) |
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Standard Equipment:
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automatic climate control with micron filtration; power windows, central locking and folding outside mirrors; keyless entry and ignition; cruise control; AM/FM/CD/MP3 stereo with six-CD/MP3 in-dash changer; steering wheel-mounted cruise and audio controls; four-way adjustable front seats plus driver seat height adjustment; fabric upholstery; leather-trimmed steering wheel and shift knob; 60/40-split, four-way adjustable, fold-down second seat; under-floor stowable, compact third row seat; roof rails; pre-wiring for Sirius satellite radio and Bluetooth; color audio display incorporating onboard trip computer data; floor mats; tonneau cargo cover |
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Options As Tested (MSRP):
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Luxury Package ($1,650) includes auto-leveling Xenon HID headlamps, leather seating surfaces, power driver's seat, heated front seats, rain-sensing wipers, auto headlamps; Sun & Sound Package ($1,610) includes 650-watt, nine-speaker Rockford-Fosgate premium sound system, Sirius satellite radio with six-month trial subscription, power glass sunroof with sunshade, 115-volt power outlet |
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Destination Charge:
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715 |
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Gas Guzzler Tax:
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Price As Tested (MSRP):
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29955 |
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Layout:
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all-wheel drive |
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Horsepower (hp @ rpm):
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220 @ 6250 |
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Torque (lb.-ft. @ rpm):
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204 @ 4000 |
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Transmission:
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6-speed automatic with Sportronic |
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EPA fuel economy, city/hwy:
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17/23 |
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Wheelbase:
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105.1 |
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Length/width/height:
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182.7/70.9/67.7 |
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Track, f/r:
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60.6/60.6 |
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Turning circle:
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34.8 |
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Seating capacity:
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7 |
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Head/hip/leg room, f:
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39.8/52.2/41.6 |
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Head/hip/leg room, m:
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37.5/51.9/36.8 |
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Head/hip/leg room, r:
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35.4/39.1/27.7 |
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Cargo volume:
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72.6 |
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Payload:
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Towing capacity:
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3500 |
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Suspension, f:
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independent, MacPherson strut, coil springs, gas-pressurized shocks, stabilizer bar |
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Suspension, r:
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independent, multi-link, coil springs, gas-pressurized shocks, stabilizer bar |
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Ground clearance:
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8.5 |
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Curb weight:
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3781 |
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Tires:
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P225/55R18 |
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Brakes, f/r:
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vented disc/solid disc with ABS, EBD |
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Fuel capacity:
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15.8 |
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