Motor Show: Mitsubishi Outlander

[Overheat]

Mitsubishi's new-generation Outlander 4x4 has just gone on sale in Japan, the first of a series of models on the upcoming Lancer platform (shared with Chrysler for its Dodge Caliber and related ranges). The Outlander will also share its underpinnings with the Peugeot and Citroen 4x4s due for launch in 2007 and expected to replace the Montero/Pajero/Shogun in some markets; it will arrive in the UK in 2007.

This Japanese-market model comes with a revised version of the Mitsubishi 2.4-litre petrol engine (European Outlanders will have the option of a PSA diesel engine) and can seat up to seven people in three rows of seats.

Its suspension and four-wheel drive system contain many components used in the Lancer Evolution, so it promises to be a more exciting drive than the outgoing model, as well as being roomier, more refined, safer and more fuel-efficient. It has electronically-controlled four-wheel drive with active torque split and three selectable modes, 2WD only, 4WD auto and 4WD lock, plus active stability control.

While it might not be quite as intrepid off-road as the Shogun, it looks like a more convincing "lifestyle" SUV-crossover than the current model.

 

[jayjaya29]

What is that thing coming out above the wheel. Looks like another side-view mirror, but I don't think thats what it is. What is it?

 

[Magnet]

It is another side mirror. It's Japanese regulations that larger vehicles (such as 4x4s) need to be able to see down the length of the car.

 

[flyingfridge]

Some Pajeros out here had those mirrors.

That outlander is quite a tidy looking little soft roader...

 

[andyhui01]

I wonder if they are going to make a Turbo version with 4G63 engine in it

 

[jayjaya29]

It is another side mirror. It's Japanese regulations that larger vehicles (such as 4x4s) need to be able to see down the length of the car.

I see, seems like a safe idea, all SUVs should come stock with them. Kinda looks funky though with the mirror.