Mitsubishi Outlander Phev 2016 Australia – The big news for buyers about the 2016 Mitsubishi Outlander facelift is mostly what it looks like – but the PHEV plug-in hybrid version is set to adopt a different look than the regular models.
Takao Matsui, Mitsubishi Motors manager of the C&D segment product development project, told CarAdvice at the launch of the 2016 Outlander this week that there was an internal desire to differentiate the PHEV model from the heavily revised range.
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“There will be something different. It is very difficult to say,” he said. “You’ll see [later this year].”
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When asked if customer demand is part of the rationale for making the presence of the plug-in model different, Matsui noted that it is part of the reason.
One of the most striking elements of the Outlander PHEV is that it doesn’t look too different from the rest of the range. But this new model may follow the general trend in Japanese vehicles to make hybrid variants simpler.
Matsui said the changes aren’t likely to be major, but there will be some focus on better aerodynamics. However, he suggested that the current car already had a decent drag coefficient, but the new version “could be better”.
When asked if any major changes are expected for the PHEV in terms of range – which is currently only claimed to be 52km on EV power – Matsui gave little away.
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No official time has been announced for the reveal of the MY16 Outlander PHEV, although the company has confirmed it will go on sale locally by the end of 2015. The updated MY16 Mitsubishi Outlander has arrived in Australia two weeks after its world debut in 2015. New York Auto Show.
The heavily updated mid-size SUV looks completely new, with the brand’s bold ‘Dynamic Shield’ styling language being the most obvious change for the updated Outlander.
Exterior modifications include a new front end that includes a wider bumper intake and stronger design lines, not to mention reshaped headlights and front guards.
There are big changes at the rear too, with a revised tailgate, new rear light housing and a new rear bumper.
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There is increased body and suspension structural rigidity, redesigned suspension and electric power steering, noise isolating windscreen and tailgate glass, increased noise insulation in the vehicle, and new front suspension and rear differential dampers.
Meanwhile the cabin gets more ‘premium grade’ materials in the new steering wheel and seat trim, headliner and interior accents.
Side door decoration silver grill painted with chrome plating silver plate skate Chrome accent front bumper fog lamp sharp style bezel with chrome accents tailgate new design rear bumper and skid plate silver black wheel arch molding daylight design running lamps (LEDXLADLADLCADLADLADLCAD ) LED rear combination lamp (continues on tailgate edges) Rear fog lamp New design 18-inch alloy wheels Piano black bezel stitching IP Soft type Center console Armrest New design decoration panel Better seat comfort – Better lateral support, side bolster rigidity Seat trim new black fabric Electro chromatic back view mirror with stitched details New headliner – better NVH through extensive use of sound and vibration absorbing materials and dynamic dampers instead of woven fabric material (quality 39 positions overall) Better door closure through revised door seal structure Line stability straight and travel com Forte more steering response and precision national CVT petrol models went new With the experience of accelerating refinement for, from the very beginning, through the revision range and overtaken. Shift quality also improved (requires less throttle input) Better fuel economy on CVT models New model line Name change New exterior color (Iron Bark)
Engine options include: a 2.0-litre four-cylinder producing 110kW/190Nm with a choice of five-speed manual or CVT automatic transmission; 2.4-litre four-cylinder petrol engine producing 124kW/220Nm, available with CVT automatic; and a 2.2-litre turbo diesel four-cylinder with a six-speed automatic transmission producing 110kW/360Nm.
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The petrol model’s fuel economy sees a drop of 2.0 liters from 6.9 liters per 100 km for the CVT variants to 6.7 liters / 100 km (the manual drops from 7.1 liters to 7.0 liters / 100 km), while the 2.4 -liter sinks to 75 liters. 7.2 ltd. The diesel remains consistent in terms of consumption at 6.2L/100km.
Although the Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV should arrive later this year, that model is likely to see some minor differences in exterior styling.
The base LS model is available as a front-wheel drive model, with five seats as standard. That model is the only version with a manual transmission option.
Buyers can choose the LS variant with four-wheel drive, and that version comes with a 2.4-liter four-cylinder automatic.
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The top-end two-wheel drive model is the XLS, which has the same 2.0-litre front powertrain with a CVT automatic as standard. That model also comes with five seats. Should you buy a 2016 Mitsubishi Outlander XLS? And, should you go for diesel? We’ve just sat together for a week to try and get you some answers before you go out and risk your money.
The seven-seat SUV market is becoming one of Australia’s most popular segments. It’s no longer just a market of ute-based heavy-duty models, often featuring a crude and old-fashioned platform suitable for farming. The Mitsubishi Outlander tries to prove that you don’t have to sacrifice anything to get seven seats.
There are eight different variants of the MY16 Outlander on the market in LS, XLS and Exceed trim. The first three are two-wheel drive and four-cylinder 2.0-litre petrol producing 110kW and 190Nm, available in LS and auto manual, and XLS auto guises. If you want seven seats, you should at least step up to the XLS. All of the seven-seat models are all-wheel drive vehicles, and you get a choice of a 2.4-litre petrol with CVT or a 2.2-litre turbo-diesel with a six-speed conventional auto (2.3-litre – 2268cc actually). can
Mitsubishi launched the new 2016 Outlander in April this year. According to the company, it is a re-engineered bumper-to-bumper model. However, it’s pretty clear that it’s all about a design refresh with new bumper bars and lights. That is, until you take it for a drive.
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In our opinion, the Outlander has always been a decent proposition in the mid-size SUV segment. It offers pure and simple practicality, strong underpinnings and a relatively heavy powertrain suitable for real off-roading and not just picking up kids from football.
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However, the Outlander is a bit basic and hollow, with less sophisticated powertrains and substandard road handling. Mitsubishi says it has addressed these concerns by implementing at least 39 body, chassis and suspension modifications. There are revised engine intake systems, improved door seals, recalibrated steering, damper revisions, and modified suspension mounts. All this is done to reduce noise and vibration and make the vehicle a quieter and more enjoyable drive overall. Have the changes worked?
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On the road the MY16 version is undoubtedly quieter, with less road noise and a lower engine note for the diesel. It feels more refined, yes. We wouldn’t call it class-leading in terms of handling and chassis dynamics, but it is more agile and more stable in corners. It’s also more confident than its predecessor, featuring very little body roll. As we said in the launch review, the trade-off is a slightly stiffer ride. But if you compare it to European SUVs of this size, the ride is perfectly acceptable.
Regardless of the treatment. If you’re in the market for a seven-seat SUV, chances are you can’t give two hoots about the treatment. Outlander has really stepped up. This is a vehicle that knows its market and knows what its customers want. So with that said, we think you should go for the diesel option. The diesel-like naturally aspirated 2.4-litre petrol unit is unchanged for the MY16 update, but economy has improved from 7.5L/100km to 7.2L/100km.
For the diesel, official economy actually rises from 5.8L/100km to 6.2L/100km. However, this number is much more achievable under real world conditions than gasoline. During our test, we averaged around 7.0L / 100km. That’s excellent economy for seven seats. If you’re light, you can expect mid to high 8s in the petrol version.
Diesel performance is also better than petrol. The petrol can produce 124kW against the diesel’s 110kW, but thanks to its lower 220Nm torque output and CVT automatic, the 360Nm diesel feels quicker and offers better roll-on acceleration. We tested this MY16 diesel with a 0-100km/h time of 9.2 seconds. We also tested 9.0 seconds in the slightly lighter 2.4 petrol; In other words, there isn’t much to it (see the videos below). The diesel version is more direct and more enthusiastic
