Small to midsized crossover hauler.

Overview Information

The small Mitsubishi Outlander has been often overlooked in a segment that contains strong sellers like the Toyota RAV4 and Hyundai Sante Fe. The Outlander has a decidedly sportier feel as it shares its underpinnings with the Lancer compact sedan. As with many of its competitors, the second generation Outlander has grown in size to allow for optional 3rd row seating. A 3.0L MIVEC V-6 mated to a 6-speed Sportronic(R) automatic should ensure a competitive powertrain. Both FWD and AWD versions are offered. Options include a 650-watt Rockford Fosgate(R) audio system, DVD entertainment, and a navigation system.

What Changed:

A 2.4L four-cylinder engine and CVT transmission become the standard powertrain for entry-level ES models. For its second year, the Outlander also benefits from restyled door panels and a host of equipment changes.

Official Word:

The next-generation Mitsubishi Outlander, introduced for the 2007 model year, melds bold, sporty design with impressive room and utility. The Outlander offers 5- or 7-seat flexibility, clever cargo area packaging and the segment's first flap-fold tailgate. The new Outlander debuted a new Mitsubishi design language that conveys the performance-oriented essence of the brand. Clean, sharp lines, featuring a "diamond cut" front end and boldly sculpted fender flares, evoke the athleticism of a sport sedan and the...Read.