2022 Mitsubishi Outlander – Car Review
The 2024 Mitsubishi Outlander: A Stylish and Spacious Family SUV for Australian Roads
As an improved version of the 2022 Mitsubishi Outlander for its release in 2024 — everything remains the same: stylish, roomy and technologically advanced, yet a great family SUV for Australian streets. The Outlander is very well appointed, comfortable inside, roomy, and has a sleek design—all characteristics favored by the family preferences customer, who fills out the new Land Cruiser. In this blog post we’re going to take a look at one great family choice, the 2024 Mitsubishi Outlander, and why it is a great choice for families due to performance, safety, comfort, and value.
Performance and Efficiency
The 2024 Mitsubishi Outlander offers two engine options: A 2.5 litre four cylinder petrol engine drives the petrol version, but if you ask us, the plug in hybrid (PHEVs) are better suited to families after economy. Solid performance means whether you’re leisurely cruising the city centre or whisking off on a road trip its petrol engine does the job or if you’re conscious of your carbon footprint then the hybrid is the one. Handling is relatively composed and power delivery is responsive, and is something of a delight to be behind the wheel.
Fuel Economy: 8.1.9L/100km; 1L/100km (2.5-litre petrol) PHEV variant.
Engine Options: 2.A choice of 5 litre four cylinder petrol or a 2.4 litre plug in hybrid (PHEV) is offered.
Transmission: Continuously Variable Transmission (CVT), For vehicles equipped with manual transmissions, five speeds or automatic (for hybrid models)
Safety First
Mitsubishi’s MI-PILOT Assist with adaptive cruise control, lane keeping assist and forward collision mitigation is standard on the 2024 Mitsubishi Outlander. These features help you feel that the family is safe enough in the roads while you are driving in the busy city roads or the roads. With a 5 star ANCAP safety rating, the Outlander is one of the safest SUVs on offer around town.
Safety Features: MI-PILOT assist: adaptive cruise control, lane keeping assist and forward collision mitigation
Airbags: Front, side, curtain and driver’s knee airbags are included in this.
Comfort and Space
The new 2024 Mitsubishi Outlander is without doubt one of the best things about the roomy interior. Among them all, the 7 seater variant is able to seat up to 7 passengers with good leg and headroom for all. The second and third seats fold flat to make room for the cargo that lets the family road trip happen or accommodates larger items. Its boot is capacious, with 478 liters of capacity, or up to 1,461 liters with the rear seats folded flat.
Seating Capacity: It’s 5 or 7, depending on its variant.
Boot Space: (Max expandable Capacity of 1,461 litres)
Tech and Connectivity
However, the 2024 Mitsubishi Outlander is full on the latest technology to remain connected and entertained. Higher trims get 9-inch display, while all have an 8-inch touchscreen. There is also support for Apple CarPlay and Android Auto streaming, the former especially, if you tend to stream your favourite music whilst on the move, then you’ll appreciate how easy the infotainment system is to use. With USB ports in the front and rear, everyone’s devices will stay charged.
Infotainment System: 8-inch or 9-inch touchscreen
Connectivity: Apple CarPlay, Android Auto
USB Ports: Charging ports in the seats in both the front and rear.
Variants and Pricing
On each trim, you get different features and different levels of luxury like all other Mitsubishis. Here’s a breakdown of the key variants:
Outlander ES (Entry-Level)
Price: $39,000 AUD (approx.)
Key Features: Inside, sophisticated interior trims and outside, the new Kuga is built to an athletic body style, meaning it comes with all the safety technology you need to protect your family.
Outlander LS (Mid-Range)
Price: $43,500 AUD (approx.)
Key Features: Also, dual zone climate control, 7 seat configuration and keyless entry.
Outlander Aspire (Premium)
Price: $48,000 AUD (approx.)
Key Features: Power tailgate, panoramic sunroof, has leather appointed seats
Outlander Exceed (Top of the Range).
Price: $53,000 AUD (approx.)
Key Features: Bose sound system, heated front seats, touchscreen 9 inches
Outlander PHEV, Pluggable Hybrid Electric Vehicle (PHEV)
Price: $59,500 AUD (approx.)
Key Features: The Exceed has all the features of an Exceed hybrid engine and enhanced fuel efficiency.
Price and Value
Starting just under $39,000 AUD, the 2024 Mitsubishi Outlander base ES trim will suit families just fine. Also, family buyers usually want some degree of luxury or eco friendliness (and higher end trims include a plug in hybrid which should provide both). Mitsubishi does sweeten the deal a bit by offering one of the best warranties around, a 10 year/200,000 km warranty.
Starting Price: $39,000 AUD (approx.)
Warranty: 10 Years / 200,000 kilometres Warranty
Final Thoughts
With the 2024 Outlander, Mitsubishi has style, space and tech combined with a family friendly package. The Outlander has your layout, whichever it is you’re looking for — whether it’s a family of 5 or 7. Despite its age and frequent presence in used car adverts, the Outlander still boasts all the comforts and safety and leading edge tech to make it the obvious choice for families in Australia.
Key Takeaway: A great looking and spacious 2024 Mitsubishi Outlander is very much a great value family SUV. If you’re looking for great performance, outstanding safety features and heaps of modern technology, then the Outlander will be the smart choice for Australian families. Struggling to select the correct model? Expert guidance is at hand today from the Coastal Motor Advisory Team.
