Suspension
The Outlander adopts a MacPherson strut design for its front suspension, which provides excellent on-road handling characteristics with 45mm wider track and 15mm longer suspension stroke compared to its predecessor. The rear multi-link suspension has 35mm wider track and trailing arm bushings mounted higher, with improved dynamics to enhance ride comfort.
ABS and EBD
Lateral slippage can easily occur if the rear wheels lock up due to braking hard on slippery surfaces or braking hard when at high speeds. ABS suppresses this by controlling the brakes' hydraulic pressure. EBD adjusts the rear wheels' braking force to the number of occupants and load to deliver braking force that is ideally matched to almost any situation.
M-ASTC
Active Stability Control - If sensors located throughout the car detect unstable movement, such as lateral slippage, the Stability Control function automatically controls the brakes and engine output to stabilise the car. Traction Control - If the sensors detect wheel slip when starting on slick surfaces, such as a snow-covered road, the Traction Control function automatically brakes the slipping wheel and governs engine output to enable a smoother start.
CVT Automatic
Available with the 2.4 MIVEC petrol engine, the CVT (Continuously Variable Transmission) offers seamless acceleration in automatic mode, or sequential manual shifting between six pre-set computer-mapped ratios, whilst offering better fuel economy than a conventional automatic gearbox.
AWC (All-Wheel Control)
The Outlander's AWC (All-Wheel Control) technology oversees the operation of the electronically-controlled on-demand 4WD, ABS and M-ASTC systems, providing an integrated approach to handling, traction and stability. A key component in the drivetrain is the electronic control coupling, which allows varying amounts of torque to be directed to the rear wheels depending on driving conditions and traction needs.
Drive Mode Selector
A rotary controller on the floor console allows selection of three drivetrain mode settings: 2WD - only the front wheels are driven for best fuel economy on dry paved roads 4WD - automatically shifts up to 30% of the torque to the rear wheels for better traction on slippery surfaces LOCK - torque shift to the rear wheels is increased to 50% on demand, to gain maximum traction in extreme weather conditions or in difficult terrain.
Six Airbags
To keep occupants safe in the event of a collision, Outlander comes with a 6-airbag system to provide protection from all sides. Curtain airbags extending along both sides protect front and 2nd-row occupants in a side collision, while the 1st-row occupants are additionally protected by front and side airbags.
DVD Player
Ideal for long journeys with the family, the roof-mounted DVD system with fold-down screen plays DVDs and CDs, and comes with two wireless infra-red headphones.
Dusk Sensors
An optical sensor switches head and tail lamps on and off automatically depending on the outside light level.
Rain and Dusk Sensors
A windscreen-mounted sensor detects moisture on the glass and activates the wipers automatically.
An optical sensor switches head and tail lamps on and off automatically depending on the outside light level.
Rockford Fosgate Premium Sound System
The Rockford Fosgate speakers and powerful trunk-mounted subwoofer deliver all the impact and sound reproduction of a quality home system. Output settings allow you to balance the output for rear passengers, front passengers, or when you have the Outlander all to yourself.
Steering Wheel Controls
A number of functions have been grouped together on the steering wheel for convenience and safety. Remote audio controls (left-hand side), cruise control (right-hand side) and Bluetooth hands-free mobile phone control (lower left) are all positioned for easy operation
Reversing Camera
Engaging reverse gear activates a rear-mounted camera which relays a colour image of the area immediately behind the Outlander to the MMCS screen, allowing parking manoeuvres to be made with confidence.
Parking Sensor
Rear bumper-mounted sensors detect hidden obstacles and send a distance-related audible warning to the driver during reversing manoeuvres.
iPOD/MP3 Port *
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An auxiliary socket located at the rear of the centre console allows connection of an iPod/MP3 player, so you can listen to your favourite tracks whilst on the move.
* Specific model year only
MMCS and HDD
The Mitsubishi Motors Communication System colour screen presents a wealth of driver information, including audio settings and the display from the fast and efficient satellite navigation system. It also allows you to personalise the settings of a wide range of the Outlander's electronic features.
The 30-gigabyte Hard Disk Drive system behind the MMCS holds the satellite navigation system and also acts as a music server, able to store up to 2,000 songs and removing the need to carry CDs around in the car. It even incorporates a CDDB (CD Data Base) to relay track information to the MMCS screen.