2012 MITSUBISHI Outlander 2.2L MIVEC 6AT 4WD (150 HP)

Vehicle Overview

The 2012 Mitsubishi Outlander came with a completely new model on the GS Platform developed together with the now defunct DaimlerChrysler. The Japanese carmaker tried to do a well-built SUV with up to seven seats and enough technology included to be an appealing car, but it forgot to pay for a better design team.

The first Outlander was built on a compact-size platform. This one is bigger and, with a 2.67-meter (105.1″) long wheelbase and a transverse engine, has enough room for seven passengers. The last two are in the trunk and were large enough to fit two adults in the previous generation, but only children for this third generation.

Under the hood, there are three choices: 2.0-liter gasoline, a 2.2-liter turbodiesel, and a PHEV. The PHEV was, by far, the most interesting powertrain. It had a 2.0-liter gasoline engine and two 81 hp motors. The vehicle achieved a 52.3 km (32.5 miles) electric range from its 12 kWh batteries placed under the cabin, between the axles. The maximum speed in electric-only mode was 120 kph (74.5 mph).

The cabin was fitted with new technology for that year, including an infotainment unit able to connect to Apple CarPlay and Android Auto. The middle row has a sliding and adjustable backrest to help access to the third row and improve mid-row passengers comfort.