Taut and toned, the Mitsubishi Outlander proves bolder and more competitive than its more established competitors, the 2006 Toyota RAV4 and Honda CR-V. The Outlander offers manual transmission; the RAV4 and CR-V don’t. And its competitive price makes the Outlander a good choice for big brands.
Otherwise, the Outlander is comparable in length and character to the CR-V and RAV4. Like these two popular vehicles, the Outlander is a car-based SUV, with four doors and a spacious, readily available shipping area. Like other small crossovers, the Outlander offers booster seats for increased visibility.
We found the Mitsubishi Outlander to be sleek, quiet, and solid at highway speeds. The Outlander is rarely very large or overturned, and its compact length helps it take on the hostile asphalt jungle.
All-wheel drive is available for increased traction and driving stability on snow, ice or gravel. For 2006, antilock brakes and seat-mounted side airbags are popular on all models.
A new 2006 Outlander SE replaces last year’s XLS. The SE combines the same content with more glitter and shine, inside and out. And for 2006, the Limited styling adds automatic climate to its list of popular amenities.
The 2006 Mitsubishi Outlander is available in three trim levels: LS, SE, and Limited. They all come with a 2. 4-liter four-cylinder engine with 160 horsepower. The LS comes with a five-speed manual transmission but offers a four-speed engine. automatic speed. The automatic transmission is popular on the SE and Limited trims. All 3 models are available with front-wheel drive (2WD) or all-wheel drive (AWD).
The Outlander LS ($17,799) and LS AWD ($19,899) are popular with air-conditioning; cruise control; electric windows and locks; power-folding mirrors; a height-adjustable guide wheel; height-adjustable driver’s seat; an AM/FM/CD audio system with four speakers and 140 watts; analog clock; center console with storage; two 12-volt accessory outlets; 60/40 split rear seat, folding and reclining; Intermittent windshield wipers and rear window and 16-inch metal wheels. A shipping cover, floor mats, keyless entry, and roof racks are popular in the all-wheel-drive style and are available in the 2WD style ($550).
SE ($20,670) and SE AWD ($23,429) are the new rugged-looking Outlanders, with body-colored fenders, silver spars and roof rails, silver grille and crossbar inserts, a polished exhaust finish, and a glossy 17-inch display. – Finishing of alloy wheels. The SE trim also includes seats with sport upholstery and clear headrests. Indicators and a watch with a white dial, as well as a leather steering wheel and gear lever. A sunroof and an enhanced 210-watt Infinity audio formula with six-CD changer and MP3 playback. and the new alphanumeric demos are popular with all-wheel drive and are available as a package ($1,400) with 2WD.
Limited ($23,629) and Limited AWD ($25,479) include heated leather seats, heated outside mirrors and climate control. The sunroof and 210-watt Infinity audio formula are standard.
Standard protection features include anti-lock brakes (ABS) and side airbags. ABS helps the driver maintain the car in the event of emergency braking, while the Outlander’s seat-mounted side airbags are designed to protect the driver’s torso. and the front passenger in the event of a side impact. These are in addition to the necessary front airbags. Three-point seat belts for all five seating positions and anchors for child safety seats are standard. Both front seats feature a seat belt pretensioner and force-limiting technology, which can help reduce injuries in the event of an accident. So use them.
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The Mitsubishi Outlander has a bolder appearance than gaming hatchbacks in this class. Compared to beauties, Outlander has a more muscular, masculine, and competitive appearance.
A giant nose segment splits the grille and flows into the hood. The competitive look is enhanced by giant tinted headlight covers and fog lamps fixed to the edges of the bumper on the SE and Limited models. Gray upholstery on the bumpers and lower panels adds to the competitive look, and 16-inch wheels add substance to even the base model. The SE and Limited feature body-color upholstery.
The aerodynamic design minimizes wind noise on the road. The Mitsubishi Outlander features a wind-resistant, stuck profile that is more slippery than the 2006 RAV4, CR-V, or Forester. Its rear spoiler and optional roof rack with tubular rails give it an imposing appearance. Entry is simplified thanks to well-designed, easy-to-grip door handles.
The Mitsubishi Outlander has a bolder appearance than SUVs in this class. Compared to beauties, the Outlander has a more muscular, masculine, and competitive appearance.
A giant nose segment splits the grille and flows into the hood. The competitive look is enhanced by giant tinted headlight covers and fog lamps fixed to the edges of the bumper on the SE and Limited models. Gray upholstery on the bumpers and lower panels adds to the competitive look, and 16-inch wheels add substance to even the base model. The SE and Limited feature body-color upholstery.
The aerodynamic design minimizes wind noise on the road. The Mitsubishi Outlander features a wind-resistant, stuck profile that is more slippery than the 2006 RAV4, CR-V, or Forester. Its rear spoiler and optional luggage rack with tubular rails give it an imposing appearance. Entry is simplified thanks to well-designed, easy-to-grip door handles.
The Mitsubishi Outlander offers a spacious and comfortable interior, merited by its long wheelbase. Getting in and out is easy. You don’t need to get on or off to get in. The Outlander’s H-point, what engineers call the distance between your hips and the ground when you’re seated in the vehicle, is designed for easy access. Once seated, get a striking view similar to that of a minivan. And smart headroom for taller drivers.
The seats use high-density foam padding and the fabric is nice. The driver’s seat provides height adjustment and effective lumbar support. The Limited’s leather seats are a bit firmer than fabric. The passenger seat and back seat are comfortable and the vehicle feels safe. , making it a smart position to put in the miles.
We discovered all the easy-to-use controls. The sprint features an analog clock in the middle of a giant titanium-textured upholstered panel. The watch is easy to set up and has a black dial in the LS style and a white dial in the SE version. The instrumentation includes a giant speedometer and tachometer. The SE comes with transparent-faced indicators and seems less difficult to read; In addition, they are better suited to titanium. At night, the indicators glow with orange letters on black dials; The watch looks a little incongruous with its orange on white. Heating and cooling controls are transparent and simple, easy to use. There are a variety of garage wallets available. Rubber retainers hold parts securely in the lighted glove box.
The rear seat is designed with increased lumbar support. It is split 60/40. There is no need to remove the headrests before folding down the rear seats. When the rear seats are folded down, a wide shipping area is noticeable, although not perfectly flat. There are 24. 4 cubic feet of shipping area in the rear seats and 60. 3 cubic feet with the seats folded down. The rear bench has 3 headrests and 3 sets of shoulder belts. It also has a foldable center armrest with two cup holders.
A single rear hatch provides easy access to the shipping area. A thin, divided storage area below the shipping area provides a convenient storage area, and the shipping area includes grocery bag hooks and a 12-volt outlet. The shipping area is approximately 30 inches away. The Outlander has a rear shipping cover to hide valuables. Mitsubishi has cleverly designed a slot under the shipping floor to store the shipping cover. Other SUVs don’t offer that spot, so the shipping hood takes up an important place in the vehicle and garage and is vulnerable to damage.
The Mitsubishi Outlander is stylish, quiet and comfortable. Its long wheelbase and car-like suspension combine to provide a comfortable ride. It’s not as sleek as a Honda CR-V and some road vibrations can be felt through the idler, but there’s little road or wind noise. What we hear is the wind noise coming from the giant side mirrors, and we wouldn’t have to give that up as they offer a wonderful view to the rear. Large mirrors are good.
One of the first things we notice about the Outlander is that it’s very solid at top speeds. We found it to be more solid than the CR-V in crosswinds and at higher speeds (note that Mitsubishi has extensive racing and rally experience). experience. ) The Outlander’s 103. 3-inch wheelbase (the distance between the front and rear tires) is the same as the Honda CR-V, but longer than the Toyota RAV4 and Subaru Forester.
The Outlander leans into corners, but handles well. The guide is slow and there’s a bit of gameplay, but it’s simple to drive smoothly, making for a pleasant and comfortable ride for your passengers. It’s easy to drive.
Braking is done by four-wheel discs and ABS, allowing the driver to brake and turn at the same time in the event of an emergency stop. Our Outlander stopped quickly, and quickly.
The Outlander is rarely a rocket, but its acceleration puts it in the middle of the pack of car-based compact SUVs. Mitsubishi’s 2. 4-liter four-cylinder engine produces 160 horsepower, which matches the power of the Honda CR-V and Toyota. RAV4. Mitsubishi has tuned the Outlander’s engine to deliver maximum torque at lower speeds. Part of the credits for this capability go to Mitsubishi’s MIVEC electronic variable valve system, which helps the engine run at its maximum power and power at revs. Range. An Outlander with two-wheel drive and five-speed manual transmission is rated by the EPA at 22/28 miles consistent with gallons city/highway.
The four-speed automatic transmission has a Sportronic manual shift function. Switch to Drive mode and it will work like a normal automatic transmission; Or the driver can slide the gear lever to the side to change gears manually.
Overall, we found the two-wheel-drive Outlanders to be smoother and more full of life than the all-wheel-drive models. In fact, we found that the front-wheel-drive Outlander performed quite well on big-city highways.
The Outlander is built on a rigid monocoque chassis and benefits from Mitsubishi’s extensive experience in foreign rallying. The Outlander benefits from frame reinforcement techniques such as MASH seam welding and what Mitsubishi calls its RISE (Reinforced Impact Safety Evolution) design. Much of this generation grew out of the company’s winning efforts at the Paris-Dakar Rally, as well as its participation in the World Rally Championship with the Lancer Evo.
Mitsubishi Outlander matches its competition in terms of powertrain capability and efficiency. It’s comfortable and quiet. It’s solid at top speeds and handles well on winding roads. Its reduced proportions make it less difficult to park and maneuver in tight, high-traffic areas. The Outlander has a strong flavor in the compact gaming app category. Front-wheel drive adds capability and protection in rainy or winter weather, but the front-wheel-drive genre feels more nimble and is a bit more fun to drive. The Outlander provides car-like handling with spaciousness and versatility.
NewCarTestDrive. com correspondent Larry Edsall is in Phoenix, with Los Angeles editor Mitch McCullough.
Mitsubishi Outlander LS 2WD ($17,799); LS AWD ($19,899); SE 2WD ($20,679); SE with all-wheel drive ($23,429); Limited 2WD ($23,629); Limited all-wheel drive ($25,479).
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