The 2008 Mitsubishi Outlander | super speed cars adds a 4-cylinder engine and new trim level to its lineup. This compact crossover comes in ES, LS, new-for-2008 SE, and XLS trims, each with a choice of front-wheel drive or all-wheel drive. Outlander’s AWD system can be set for front-drive only, for AWD, and for a locked-in 50/50 front/rear power split. ES and SE versions have a 168-hp 2.4-liter 4-cylinder engine and a continuously variable automatic transmission (CVT). LS and XLS have a 220-hp 3.0-liter V6 and a 6-speed automatic. Available safety features include ABS, traction control, antiskid system, curtain side airbags, and front side airbags. ES, LS, and SE seat five. XLS seats up to seven via a 3rd-row bench that folds into a well in the cargo floor. All models are available with a navigation system that includes a 30-gigabyte hard drive for storing digital music files.
COMPETITION
COMPETITION
Consumer Guide Automotive places each vehicle into one of 18 classes based on size, price, and market position. Among utility vehicles, Compact SUVs are typically the least costly and offer the best fuel economy. Most utilize a car-type chassis and are not designed for heavy-duty, off-road use. Nearly all are five-passenger vehicles; some offer seating for seven.
Our Best Buys are the Honda CR-V and Suzuki Grand Vitara. Our Recommended picks are the Hyundai Tucson, Kia Sportage, Saturn Vue, and Toyota RAV4.
New or significantly redesigned models include the Jeep Liberty, Mazda Tribute, Nissan Rogue, and Saturn Vue.
Our Best Buys are the Honda CR-V and Suzuki Grand Vitara. Our Recommended picks are the Hyundai Tucson, Kia Sportage, Saturn Vue, and Toyota RAV4.
New or significantly redesigned models include the Jeep Liberty, Mazda Tribute, Nissan Rogue, and Saturn Vue.
For the 2008 model, Mitsubishi will add two new engines. The first one is a 2.2 Di-D, Diesel common rail with a maximum power of 156 hp at 4000 rpm and a peak torque of 280 lbs-ft at 2000 rpm. Set to be launched in the fourth quarter of 2007 this new engine is mated with 6-speed manual gearbox and an All Wheel Control system.
The next engine, set to be launched in the same time with the first one will be a 2.4 l MIVEC, Petrol engine with a maximum power of 170 hp at 6000 rpm and a peak torque of 171 lbs-ft at 4100 rpm. The engine is mated with a 5-speed manual gearbox or stepped Sport Mode 6-speed CVT with optional paddle shift controls and 2-wheel drive or All Wheel Control system(according to markets).
The next engine, set to be launched in the same time with the first one will be a 2.4 l MIVEC, Petrol engine with a maximum power of 170 hp at 6000 rpm and a peak torque of 171 lbs-ft at 4100 rpm. The engine is mated with a 5-speed manual gearbox or stepped Sport Mode 6-speed CVT with optional paddle shift controls and 2-wheel drive or All Wheel Control system(according to markets).
Storage is a cinch in this car with an easy-to-handle liftgate in the back and a convenient flap-fold tailgate that can serve as a seat (maybe to put your ski boots on or just hang out kicking your feet in the breeze) or a table to hold your food and beverage (when you’re chillin’ at the beach or gearing up for a big game). This little flap-fold deal can hold up to 440 pounds of people or equipment, an excellent addition. There are two glove boxes and a center storage box up front. And if you want to get really crazy, you can upgrade to the XLS model, which has a fold-up seat (really, a third row) in the back so you could even carry two more people! Wow!
I want to stop, but can’t seem to since this car just has too much to highlight. There are nine — that’s right, nine — cupholders in this baby, including a couple on the door sides that can accommodate taller bottles.
While you’re all enjoying your beverages, you and your family can listen to whatever music you please on the standard Rockford-Fosgate stereo system with nine speakers, including a rear subwoofer; there’s also an MP3 jack It’s a total party on wheels.
By the way, I wonder what’s up with the number nine? Nine cupholders, nine speakers…hmmm…Well, I’ll stop here though you know I could go on. I shall only leave you with the notion that while the Outlander is not a race car, it sure is equipped to the nines (I am so punny, aren’t I?)!
I want to stop, but can’t seem to since this car just has too much to highlight. There are nine — that’s right, nine — cupholders in this baby, including a couple on the door sides that can accommodate taller bottles.
While you’re all enjoying your beverages, you and your family can listen to whatever music you please on the standard Rockford-Fosgate stereo system with nine speakers, including a rear subwoofer; there’s also an MP3 jack It’s a total party on wheels.
By the way, I wonder what’s up with the number nine? Nine cupholders, nine speakers…hmmm…Well, I’ll stop here though you know I could go on. I shall only leave you with the notion that while the Outlander is not a race car, it sure is equipped to the nines (I am so punny, aren’t I?)!