Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV specifications confirmed! More EV range and Yamaha stereo for hybrid midsize SUV

Mitsubishi has detailed the specifications for the facelifted Outlander PHEV with electric-splendid utilizing range now boosted to 86km (WLTP).

The core, petrol-splendid Outlander range changed into once updated earlier this 365 days, with same spec adjustments such because the addition of a Yamaha stereo to high-spec trims and an Australian-specific suspension tune, said to toughen the dynamics and consolation.

Pricing obtained’t be launched till closer to the PHEV’s native free up in the vital quarter of 2026, but the road-up continues to encompass the ES, Aspire, Exceed and Exceed Tourer.

The earlier ES PHEV started at $57,290 sooner than on-roads, mountain climbing to $71,790 for the Exceed Tourer. Request these figures to develop moderately.

No mention of the range-topping ‘GSR’ PHEV changed into once made in the initial free up on the other hand it’s anticipated to manufacture a return in the long hurry.

Bigger battery and more range

With reduce help-priced competitors such because the GWM Haval H6 PHEV and Chery Tiggo 8 PHEV, claiming 95 and 106km respectively per the generous NEDC trying out in fashion, Mitsubishi has looked to bolster the Outlander PHEVs earlier 84km claim – additionally per NEDC.

Now held guilty by the more stringent WLTP in fashion, the predicted range figure has grown to 86km, courtesy of an even bigger 22.7kWh battery pack.

It’s a figure that falls moderately trying the incoming Toyota RAV4 PHEV – anticipated to pack round 100km – and the Skoda Kodiaq PHEV with a WLTP range of 112km.

Quieter and better to force

Chasing Automobiles will habits a tubby overview when the model arrives to plot our own conclusions but Mitsubishi says it has improved the general noise vibration and harshness ranges (NVH) by fitting a new steel bonnet and entrance fenders, amongst diversified adjustments.

Alongside with a new steering and suspension tune, Mitsubishi has fitted summer season-specific Bridgestone tyres said to toughen utilizing engagement and lower noise ranges.

The plod-in drivetrain continues to use 2.4-litre naturally aspirated petrol engine mated to a twin-motor AWD setup. Combined outputs are anticipated to upward push above the earlier 185kW/450Nm but tubby Aussie specs are yet to be confirmed.

Outlander PHEV grade-by-grade:

The ES now points a 12.3-move multimedia existing with an eight-speaker Yamaha sound system said to preserve conclude audio quality over the earlier unnamed stock unit.

A stricter driver monitoring system and tempo restrict detection has additionally been launched to support update its 5-star ANCAP rating, at the side of diversified incremental improvements to restraints and airbag performance.

Other in fashion feature highlights encompass:

• 18-move alloy wheels
• LED tail-lights
• Black fabric upholstery
• LED inner lighting fixtures
• 360-level camera
• Wi-fi Apple CarPlay and Android Auto
• Blind place monitoring
• Lane departure prevention

Now fitted with seven seats, in situation of 5, the Aspire adds the following:

• 20-move wheels
• Hunch and recline handbook seat adjuster
• Black Granlux and PVC upholstery
• Heated entrance seats
• Heated steering wheel
• Wi-fi telephone charger
• Lane preserve help
• Contact sensor steering vibration
• Low-tempo adaptive cruise preserve watch over

The brand new Exceed adds the following:

• Black of grey leather-based mostly upholstery
• Ventilated entrance seats
• Frameless rear-in discovering out about deem w/digital visual show unit
• Aluminium own for the pedals

The now flagship Exceed Tourer adds:

• 12-speaker Yamaha sound system
• Brick Brown semi-aniline top charge leather-based mostly upholstery
• Rub down characteristic for the entrance seats