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2008 Mitsubishi Outlander Review
New four-cylinder emphasizes economy.
2008 Outlander Review Summary & Specifications
The Mitsubishi Outlander offers four-cylinder and V6 engines and sophisticated four-wheel-drive technology. The cabin is comfortable, spacious and user-friendly, with available state-of-the-art entertainment and navigation systems. Top-notch occupant safety equipment and crash avoidance features are standard across the line.NewCarTestDrive.com correspondent Tom Lankard filed this report from Northern Virginia. John Katz in Pennsylvania reported on the new four-cylinder model.
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| Vehicle Category | Sport Utility Vehicles |
| Editor | New Car Test Drive |
| Model Lineup | Mitsubishi Outlander ES 2WD ($19,990); ES 4WD ($21,350); Special Edition 2WD ($23,230); Special Edition 4WD ($24,590); LS 2WD ($22,510); LS 4WD ($23,870); XLS 2WD ($23,750); XLS 4WD ($25,110) |
| Engines (standard) | 3.0-liter sohc 24-valve V6 |
| Transmissions (standard) | 6-speed automatic with Sportronic |
| Engines (optional) | 168-hp 2.4-liter DOHC 16-valve Inline-4 with variable valve timing; 220-hp 3.0-liter SOHC 24-valve V6 with variable valve timing and variable intake |
| Transmissions (optional) | Continuously Variable Transmission (CVT automatic); 6-speed automatic with Sportronic |
| Safety Equipment (standard) | twin, dual-stage front airbags; front seat-mounted side airbags; roof-mounted side air curtains; active front seat head restraints; electronic skid control; ABS with EBD; second seat child seat safety anchors (LATCH); tire pressure monitoring system |
| Safety Equipment (optional) | all-wheel drive |
| Basic Warranty | 5 years/60,000 miles |
| Assembled In | Mizushima, Japan |
| Manufacturer Phone | 888-648-7800 |
| Manufacturer URL | www.mitsubishicars.com |
| Base Price MSRP | 19990 |
| Model Tested MSRP | Mitsubishi Outlander XLS 4WD ($25,110) |
| Standard Equipment | automatic climate control with micron filtration; power windows, central locking and folding outside mirrors; keyless entry and ignition; cruise control; AM/FM/CD/MP3 stereo with six-CD/MP3 in-dash changer; steering wheel-mounted cruise and audio controls; four-way adjustable front seats plus driver seat height adjustment; fabric upholstery; leather-trimmed steering wheel and shift knob; 60/40-split, four-way adjustable, fold-down second seat; under-floor stowable, compact third row seat; roof rails; pre-wiring for Sirius satellite radio and Bluetooth; color audio display incorporating onboard trip computer data; floor mats; tonneau cargo cover |
| Options as Tested (MSRP) | Luxury Package ($1,600) includes auto-leveling Xenon HID headlamps, leather seating surfaces, power driver's seat, heated front seats; Sun & Sound Package ($1,610) includes 650-watt, nine-speaker Rockford-Fosgate premium sound system, Sirius satellite radio with six-month trial subscription, power glass sunroof with sunshade |
| Destination Charge | 650 |
| Gas Guzzler Tax | |
| Price as Tested | 28970 |
| Layout | all-wheel drive |
| Horse Power | 220 @ 6250 |
| Torque | 204 @ 4000 |
| Fuel Economy | 17/24 |
| Wheelbase | 105.1 |
| Length/Width/Height | 182.7/70.9/67.7 |
| Track Front/Rear | |
| Turning Radius | 34.8 |
| Seating Capacity | 7 |
| Front Head/Hip/Leg room | 39.8/52.2/41.6 |
| Middle Head/Hip/Leg room | 37.5/51.9/36.8 |
| Rear Head/Hip/Leg room | 35.4/39.1/27.7 |
| Trunk Volume | 72.6 |
| Payload | |
| Towing Capacity | 3500 |
| Front Suspension | independent, MacPherson strut, coil springs, gas-pressurized shocks, stabilizer bar |
| Rear Suspension | independent, multi-link, coil springs, gas-pressurized shocks, stabilizer bar |
| Ground Clearance | 8.5 |
| Curb Weight | 3781 |
| Stock Tires | P225/55R18 |
| Brakes Front/Rear | vented disc/solid disc with ABS, EBD |
| Fuel Capacity | 15.8 |
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2008 Mitsubishi Outlander
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