On the engineering front, Mitsubishi has also gone to an electric power steering system, redesigned the rear-suspension geometry, and dialled in softer springs for a more comfortable and quieter ride. The S-AWC model as tested adds an electronically controlled center coupling, combined with an open rear diff and a separate active front diff for better torque split for different road conditions. I would really recommend the V6 for the extra power. Note, that the GT models takes premium fuel, but has paddle-shifters and six-speed automatic transmission to spice up the driving experience. Also note, the V6 version has double the towing capacity of 1,500 pounds to an impressive 3000 pounds. Handy if you have to tow a boat, trailer or a camper. On the road, the Mitsubishi Outlander performs very well with excellent road manners, steering and braking. It is an easy to drive, pleasant and has no major vices. Fuel economy ratings for the V6 are (litres/100 km): 11.5 city/8.4 highway using premium fuel.
The Outlander is also high on safety with Adaptive Cruise Control (with three distance settings), Lane Departure Warning, and a Forward Collision Mitigation that will, at lower speeds, alert on an obstacle or other vehicle ahead and then brake the vehicle fully to a stop if need be. In US Federal test the Outlander is one of the top-rated vehicles in its class for safety, having achieved both a five-star federal rating (with all-wheel drive) and Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS) Top Safety Pick rating. Add Mitsubishi’s excellent 10 year warranty and the Outlander is a must test, must consider bargain.
2015 Mitsubishi Outlander V6 Base price: $36,198; as tested, $40,378.