In 2002, Mitsubishi introduced the Adventurer to the world, which is exactly the meaning of the Outlander. Its peculiarity is that it has evolved from a mid-size crossover into a mid-size SUV. At the same time, he managed to maintain all the positive qualities of a city car. Below are Mitsubishi Outlander models, specifications, equipment and features.
The prototype of the Outlander is the Mitsubishi ASX. The suspension and permanent 4WD system are borrowed from. The Outlander's all-wheel drive is equipped with a center differential, which is blocked by a viscous coupling. Such a drive is good on ice and mud only if there is a hard surface under the mud. The 2002 Outlander is made for asphalt, high speeds and urban dynamics.
Depending on the configuration, the 2002 Mitsubishi Outlander is equipped with:
- Front wheel drive;
- All-wheel drive;
- 4G petrol engine Volume 2.0 liters, power 126 liters. with.;
- 4G petrol engine Volume 2.4 liters, power 139 liters. with.;
- Mechanical 5-speed gearbox;
- 4-speed automatic transmission.
These are the characteristics on the 2002 Mitsubishi Outlander model that are of interest to many Russians. The fact is that a car of this year of manufacture can be bought at a relatively low cost.
Specifications Outlander 2004
In 2004, the Outlander was restyled. Appearance has become more sporty. But the most important thing is the motor. Turbocharged, 2-liter gasoline unit produces 240 hp. with. The all-wheel drive system remained the same, with a viscous coupling. In addition to the turbocharged version, the 4G63 and 4G64 naturally aspirated engines, coupled with a manual or automatic transmission, have also been preserved.
Of course, the restyle was remembered for the turbocharged engine, which revealed the dynamic potential and significantly expanded the technical characteristics of the 2004 Outlander. The changes and improvements made were met with enthusiasm by motorists.
The special value of this model is in the minimization of electronics, in the absence of various controlling electronic systems. This feature was to the taste of those who like to drive on the tracks and those who are suspicious of on-board electronics.
Mitsubishi Outlander 2005
A year after the restyling, Mitsubishi released the second generation of the Outlander. External changes were minimal. Outlander II received a new grille, bumper and standard roof rails. The main changes affected the suspension parts, and there was a complete renewal of the engine range.
Engines Outlander II:
- 4V11 - gasoline unit, volume 2.0 liters, power 147 liters. with.;
- 4V12 - gasoline engine, volume 2.4 liters, power 170 liters. with.
- Mechanical 5-speed;
- Mechanical 6-speed;
- Automatic 6-speed;
- The variator is a stepless, belt-type power transmission device.
The 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander is a hybrid. From the first generation, he got a gray and nondescript appearance, as well as a 5-speed manual transmission. Everything else: engines, suspension parts, permanent 4WD, 6-speed gearboxes are borrowed from the 6th generation Mitsubishi Lancer Evo. It is the inner filling that makes the Outlander II a "wolf in sheep's clothing."
Engines of the 6V line are very malleable for tuning. The power of a two-liter 6V11 can be increased from 147 horses to 400 frisky horses without losing engine life. And the real tuning capabilities of both motors show output characteristics of 1000 hp. with. and this is not the limit. Thus, the plain-looking SUV shows excellent speed characteristics and subtly feels the pulse of city life.
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Mitsubishi Outlander - SUV
Subsequent improvements to the Outlander revealed its off-road potential and dynamic power characteristics. Since 2012, the 3rd generation Mitsubishi Outlander has been produced. Now all engines are equipped with the MIVEC active gas flow change system:
- 2-liter engine - 146 liters. with.;
- 2.4 liter - 167 liters. with.;
- 3-liter - 230 liters. with.
The intelligent camshaft control system allows you to achieve maximum power from low engine speeds. Also, MIVEC ensures engine efficiency and compliance with environmental standards. With such engine units, Outlander can be called the most environmentally friendly SUV.
Excellent off-road performance is provided by the "All Wheel Control" system. The essence of this system is to evenly distribute the load on each wheel. There are three modes of operation of the all-wheel drive:
- 4WD ECO - all the effort is concentrated on the front axle. The rear wheels are connected automatically when the front wheels slip.
- 4WD AUTO - a mode in which all four wheels are active, and the effort is differentiated between them. The mode is ideal for confident movement on slippery hard surfaces.
- 4WD LOCK - a mode in which all wheels are subject to hard blocking. The mode is designed for snow, mud and non-hard surfaces.
In the SUV segment, the Outlander is right behind the legendary Pajero. And in the environment of cross-platform "rogues" Outlander has no equal! Mitsubishi Outlander is the choice of car enthusiasts who value comfort, compactness, efficiency, confident dynamics and excellent off-road performance.
Mitsubishi Outlander - not stopping there
In the fight for the environment and the desire to preserve individuality, Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV appeared - the first electric SUV. The hybrid consists of an electric power plant and a two-liter gasoline engine. Off-road qualities are preserved by installing a separate electric motor for each wheel and intelligent distribution of force between them.
The driving range of the car is 880 km. When driving in mixed mode, fuel consumption is only 1.9 liters per 100 km. The batteries are recharged from a gasoline engine, from a regenerative braking system, as well as from a regular 220 V household outlet.
Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV has absorbed all the high-tech developments in the field of safety, ecology, electrical equipment and driving features. What do you think of the Mitsubishi Outlander? Did you like the car or not?