Mitsubishi is currently introducing to the market a new and more powerful version of its top SUV, the Outlander. The Sport GT and ES trim levels will be equipped with the 2.4-liter MIVEC 4-cylinder engine. The unit produces 168 horsepower (123 kW) which is a 20 horsepower increase over the current 2.0-liter engine.
The Outlander Sport 2.4 ES features a black center bumper that differentiates it from the standard ES trim. On the other hand, the Outlander Sport 2.4 GT can be equipped with optional features such as a power driver’s seat, leather-wrapped parking brake handle and aluminum pedals. The GT version also features exterior enhancements tweaks such as the black center bumper, black roof rails and outside mirrors with LED turn indicators.
Furthermore, this trim can be also optionally equipped with the GT Premium Package. The latter adds 710-watt Rockford Fosgate premium sound system with 9 speakers including 10-inch dual-voice coil subwoofer with Punch Control DTS Neural Surround, PremiDIA-WIDE surround and Dolby Volume. The available package also includes panoramic glass roof with adjustable LED mood lighting and auto dimming rearview mirror.
The GT can also get a Touring Package. It comprises of leather seating surfaces and Mitsubishi’s Navigation system with 7-inch high definition touch panel, 3D mapping, point-of-interest information and real-time traffic.
2015 Mitsubishi Outlander Sport 2.4 ES has a starting of $21,295 USD, while the Outlander Sport 2.4 GT – of $23,595 USD.
2015 Mitsubishi Outlander Sport is getting more goods. The eye-catching Sport 5-passenger compact crossover has been enhanced in terms of looks and engineering. The engine of the vehicle – the DOHC 2.0-liter-based 4-cylinder drivetrain, has been also boosted and noew produces 148 horsepower (108 kW). In addition, the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS) has regarded Outlander as one of the safest compact crossover models. The SUV will be available in either 2WD or 4WD, as well as with a solid-shifting 5-speed manual or the sophisticated CVT transmission.
New for the 2015 model year are three packages: Deluxe, Premium and Touring. Deluxe Package for the SE grade adds leather seating surfaces and power-adjustable driver’s seat. The Premium one adds panoramic glass roof with adjustable LED mood lighting, black roof rails, 710-watt Rockford Fosgate premium sound system with 9 speakers, auto dimming rearview mirror and power-adjustable driver’s seat.
The touring Package will enhance the Outlander Sport with MMCS Navigation system, leather seating surfaces, panoramic glass roof with adjustable LED mood lighting, black roof rails, 710-watt Rockford Fosgate premium sound system, auto dimming rearview mirror and power-adjustable driver’s seat.
Every 2015 Outlander Sport model comes equipped with wide range of safety features and technologies such as seven air bags, Active Stability Control (ASC) with Hill Start Assist (HSA), Traction Control Logic (TCL), Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS), anti-lock braking system (ABS) with Electronic Brake-force Distribution (EBD) and Brake Assist.
2015 Mitsubishi Outlander Sport SE Specifications
Wheelbase:
105.1 in.
Length:
169.1 in.
Height:
64.2 in.
Width:
69.7 in.
Engine:
DOHC MIVEC 2.0-liter inline-4
Horsepower:
148 @ 6,000 rpm
Torque:
145 lb.-ft. @ 4,200 rpm
Transmission:
5-speed manual or Sportronic® continuously-variable transmission (CVT)
Dynamics:
Anti-Lock Brake System w/ Electronic Brake-force Distribution (EBD) & Brake Assist, Hill Start Assist (HSA), Active Stability Control (ASC) with Traction Control Logic (TCL) and Electric Power Steering (EPS)
Wheels:
18 x 7-in. aluminum alloy
Maximum Tires:
225/55R18 all-season radials
Fuel Economy:
25 mpg city/32 mpg highway* (ES and SE 2WD with CVT)
24 mpg city/30 mpg highway* (ES 2WD with 5-speed manual)
24 mpg city/30 mpg highway* (ES and SE with AWD)
ES Grade Standard Features:
SE Grade Standard Features:
(added over ES grade)
Air conditioning with pollen filter
Leather-wrapped steering wheel and shift knob
Chrome grille surround
18-in. alloy wheels
Soft-touch instrument panel trim
4 speaker 140-watt AM/FM/CD/MP3 audio system
Roof carrier plug-in accommodation
Hill Start Assist (HSA)
Active Stability Control (ASC)
Heated outside mirrors
Advanced front air bag SRS with passenger weight and driver’s seat position sensors, front seat mounted side-impact air bags and curtain side air bags with roll-over sensors
Electric Power Steering (EPS)
60/40 split folding and reclining high-back rear seats with armrest and cup holder
Remote keyless entry with panic feature
Center room lamp
Rear intermittent wiper
High-contrast gauge meters with full-color LCD Multi-Information Display
2013 Mitsubishi Outlander Sport compact crossover now receives numerous new styling improvements and design features.
The compact crossover comes to offer composed handling and a comfortable and enjoyable ride. It has spacious interior with roomy seating for 5 adults. It is now equipped with wide array of welcome standard amenities and delivers an exemplary degree of both performance and fuel-efficiency In fact, this stylish crossover is currently the best-selling car in Mitsubishi Motors‘ North American model lineup.
In details, the vehicle is propelled by a powerful 148 horsepower (109 kW) DOHC 2.0-liter four-cylinder engine, which is equipped with Mitsubishi’s advanced MIVEC variable valve-timing technology. Thank to it the 2013 Outlander Sport garners an impressive EPA fuel mileage rating of 31 mpg highway.
Other technologies which add further to the fuel-efficiency are the following: the advanced Electric Power Steering (EPS), gear shift indicator (5-speed manual transmission-equipped cars) or an Eco indicator (CVT-equipped vehicles) light, a higher-efficiency alternator and a wind tunnel-tested body design for wind-cheating aerodynamic performance.
Furthermore, the entry-level front-wheel drive 2013 Outlander Sport ES model includes the following features: air conditioning with micron filter; cruise control; power windows, mirrors and door locks; a 4 speaker 140-watt AM/FM/CD/MP3 sound system with the FUSE Handsfree Link System™ that allows voice-activated operation of an iPod® and a cell phone; intermittent rear wiper; rear LED combination tail lights; leather-wrapped steering wheel and shift knob; anti-theft security system and a helpful multi-information monitor.
2013 Mitsubishi Outlander Sport
The standard safety features, which are inherent for any model include: Active Stability Control (ASC) with Hill Start Assist (HSA); anti-lock braking system (ABS) with Electronic Brake-force Distribution (EBD) and Brake Assist; Traction Control Logic (TCL); and an advanced front air bag SRS with passenger weight and driver’s seat position sensors, front seat-mounted side-impact air bags, and curtain side air bags with roll-over sensors.
However, the 5-speed manual transmission which is included on the ES trim level as a standard, for other trim levels comes as an option. It features high-tech Continuously-Variable Transmission (CVT) with steering wheel-mounted paddle shifters.
More to be offered from the The 2013 Outlander Sport ES is the 4WD. It also adds sumptuous amenities including; Super-wide beam High-Intensity Discharge (S-HID) headlights; One-touch Start/Stop (OSS) engine switch; automatic climate control; FAST-key passive entry system; heated front seats; rain-sensing wipers and a dynamic 6 speaker audio system with SiriusXM™ satellite radio.
The Outlander Sport SE is available with either 2WD or with a driver-selected, electronically-controlled 4WD system – the same all-wheel drive system found on the Mitsubishi Outlander SE mid-sized crossover vehicle.
Changes to the 2013 Outlander Sport include the following:
Exterior
Front Fascia – Redesigned front bumper section; New grille styling; New fog lamp design.
Rear Bumper – New rear bumper design.
Side Sills – Side sills now black in color to match the lower sections of the redesigned front & rear bumpers.
Handsome 18-in. alloy wheels now standard on all on all trim levels for the 2013 model.
Interior
New interior fabrics; New chrome accent molding for the front doors; New All Wheel Control (AWC) push button switch.
Chassis
Revised rear multi-link suspension for improved handling and ride comfort.
Drivetrain
Improved Continuously-Variable transmission (CVT) calibration for improved acceleration performance and smoother shifting feeling.
Exterior Color Availability
New hues White Pearl and Quick Silver join Laguna Blue, Labrador Black Pearl, Mercury Gray and Rally Red.
Key Specifications
Wheelbase: 105.1 in.
Length: 169.1 in.
Height: 64.2 in.
Width: 69.7 in.
Engine: DOHC MIVEC 2.0-liter l4
Horsepower: 148 @ 6,000 rpm
Torque: 145 lb.-ft. @ 4,200 rpm
Transmission: 5-speed manual or Sportronic® continuously-variable transmission (CVT) with steering column mounted paddle shifters
Dynamics: Anti-Lock Brake System w/ Electronic Brake-force Distribution (EBD) & Brake Assist, Hill Start Assist (HSA), Active Stability Control (ASC) with Traction Control Logic (TCL) and Electric Power Steering (EPS)
Advanced front air bag SRS with passenger weight and driver’s seat position sensors, front seat mounted side-impact air bags and curtain side air bags with roll-over sensors
Driver knee airbag
Electric Power Steering (EPS)
60/40 split folding and reclining high-back rear seats with armrest and cupholder
Remote keyless entry with panic feature
Center room lamp
High-contrast gauge meters with full-color LCD Multi-Information Display
FUSE Handsfree Link System™ that allows voice-activated operation of an iPod® and a cell phone
Rear LED combination tail lamps
Cruise control with steering-wheel mounted controls
Tilt and telescopic steering wheel6-way manually adjustable driver’s seat
Power door locks and side view mirrors
Power windows with driver’s one-touch up/down
Steering-wheel mounted audio and cruise control
Two 12-volt power outlets
SE adds over ES:
Super-wide beam High-Intensity Discharge (S-HID) headlights 6 speaker premium audio system with SiriusXM™ satellite radio with free 3-months subscription
FAST-key passive entry system
One-touch Start/Stop (OSS) engine switch Large center console with sliding armrest
Heated front seats
Rain-sensing wipers
Fog lamps with chrome bezel
Chrome exterior beltline molding
Climate control system with full-auto air conditioning
Outlander Sport Options:
Navigation w/Rearview Camera adds: 40GB HDD Navigation with Music server and Real-Time Traffic (RDS), rearview camera monitor.
Premium Package adds: Panoramic glass roof with adjustable LED mood lighting, roof rails, 710-watt Rockford-Fosgate® audio system with 9 speakers including 10-inch dual-voice coil subwoofer with Punch® control, In-dash 6-disc CD/MP3 compatible changer, digital signal processor, 3-band equalization and speed compensated volume, auto dimming rearview mirror, rear camera system.
Exterior Sport Package adds: Rear spoiler, front corner extensions with LED daytime running lights, rear garnish, front lower garnish and aluminum-alloy fuel door.
Interior Package adds: Gloss black audio and shift panel overlay, aluminum and leather combination shift knob.
Illumination LED Package adds: LED interior room lamps, LED floor and tailgate lamps.
Protection Package adds: Aluminum scuff plates, tailgate protector, rear bumper guard and front and rear mudguards.
Mitsubishi is currently introducing to the market a new and more powerful version of its top SUV, the Outlander. The Sport GT and ES trim levels will be equipped with the 2.4-liter MIVEC 4-cylinder engine. The unit produces 168 horsepower (123 kW) which is a 20 horsepower increase over the current 2.0-liter engine.
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