Reportajes autos


Model Line Overview

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:	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:	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


Specifications As Tested

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:	N/A
Price as tested (MSRP):	$28970
Layout:	all-wheel drive
Engine:	3.0-liter sohc 24-valve V6
Horsepower (hp @ rpm):	220 @ 6250
Torque (lb.-ft. @ rpm):	204 @ 4000
Transmission:	6-speed automatic with Sportronic
EPA fuel economy, city/hwy:	17/24 mpg
Wheelbase:	105.1 in.
Length/width/height:	182.7/70.9/67.7 in.
Track, f/r:	60.6/60.6 in.
Turning circle:	34.8 ft.
Seating capacity:	7
Head/hip/leg room, f:	39.8/52.2/41.6 in.
Head/hip/leg room, m:	37.5/51.9/36.8
Head/hip/leg room, r:	35.4/39.1/27.7 in.
Cargo volume:	72.6 cu. ft.
Payload:	N/A
Towing capacity:	3500
Suspension, f:	independent, MacPherson strut, coil springs, gas-pressurized shocks, stabilizer bar
Suspension, r:	independent, multi-link, coil springs, gas-pressurized shocks, stabilizer bar
Ground clearance:	8.5 in.
Curb weight:	3781 lbs.
Tires:	P225/55R18
Brakes, f/r:	vented disc/solid disc with ABS, EBD
Fuel capacity:	15.8 gal.