2024 Mitsubishi Outlander
Mitsubishi’s recently launched all-new Outlander has quickly become a top seller for the brand in South Africa.
The Outlander has found favour with local motorists who appreciate the modern design, heightened levels of quality, premium finishes, and an extremely comprehensive level of standard specification paired with the best in all-wheel drive technologies and convenient seating for seven occupants.
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Mitsubishi South Africa is now expanding the Outlander offering at both ends of the pricing spectrum from two to a total of five derivatives, with pricing now starting at a very competitive R699 995.
The Outlander is the most thoughtfully engineered vehicle that Mitsubishi has ever developed and is based on an all-new platform that has allowed for the inclusion of a variety of new technologies, including the latest generation four-wheel drive systems, the ability to accept a hybrid drivetrain, as well as quality improvements throughout.
Under the bonnet
All derivatives are powered by the same 2.5-litre Duel VVT DOHC engine that produces 135kW at 6 000rpm and 245Nm at 3 600rpm.
This engine is paired with a simulated eight-speed CVT transmission that ensures effortless acceleration, smooth gear changes, and a refined driving experience. The power delivery experience can also be tailored via a variety of drive modes including Eco, Normal, Tarmac, Gravel, Snow, and Mud.
The transmission has been carefully programmed to keep the engine in the optimum range, ensuring excellent fuel efficiency and emissions, with a respectable combined cycle fuel consumption figure of 8.1-litres/100km.
Off-road pedigree is maintained thanks to 210mm of ground clearance and Super All-Wheel Control (S-AWC).
The five-model range
As an entry point into the range, the GL (R699 995) offers a comprehensive level of standard specification with highlights that include 18-inch alloy wheels, LED day running lights, rear-view camera, front and rear parking sensors, heated door mirrors, heated seats, synthetic leather with suede combination, push start button, cruise control, ESS (Emergency Stop System), a seven-inch driver display and an eight-inch SDA with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto functionality.
GLS (R759 995) models build on this offering with the addition of 20-inch alloy wheels, a digital speedometer, a 12,3-inch digital driver display, a powered lift tailgate, auto-dimming rear-view mirror, keyless operation system, front rain sensing wipers, automatic headlights with dusk sensor, headlight washer, front LED side turn signals and front LED fog lamps, three-zone automatic climate control (front dual-zone) and a rear USB port.
The GLS Plus (R769 995) features the same comprehensive specification offering with the addition of a Multi Around Monitor.
Aspire (R789 995) derivatives offer additional interior, comfort, and convenience features including a powered panoramic sunroof, door mirrors with position memory, leather seats with seat memory, eight-way power adjustable and power lumbar support seats, a bigger nine-inch SDA with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto functionality as well as built-in navigation.
The new top-of-the-range model badged Exceed (R809 995) boasts additional creature comforts in the form of a smartphone wireless charger, a BOSE Premium sound system with 10 speakers, multi around view monitor, door mirrors with position memory & reverse auto tilt, and a pull-up sunshade that bolsters the already comprehensive level of standard specification.
