THE MITSUBISHI OUTLANDER PHEV could be described as the quiet achiever in the hybrid vehicle market.
While other manufacturers have been beating the drum and bragging about their achievements, the Outlander PHEV (plug-in hybrid electric vehicle) has sold steadily and delivered the kind of everyday electric vehicle experience that most buyers are looking for. This means an electric range that suits their usage patterns: the school drop-off and daily commute, which often include stop-go traffic (where internal combustion engines are at their least efficient).
The petrol engine utilized in Series and Parallel Hybrid drive modes offers the ability to go further without range anxiety. All Outlander PHEVs have Mitsubishi’s proprietary Super All Wheel Control (S-AWC), and offer a unique solution of having an electric motor for each axle, which means that even in EV mode, the Outlander PHEV won’t compromise versatility, drivability and safety.
The first SUV with Vehicle to Home (V2H) and Vehicle to Grid (V2G) Capability
Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV is touted as “Built Today for Tomorrow” with V2H/V2G capability available not only in 21MY, but has also been present in Outlander PHEV since 17MY.
V2H/V2G are emerging technologies that have the potential to change the way we look at electrified vehicles, from being a mode of transport to being an energy storage solution that can deploy energy stored in the drive battery as a form of mobility, to power your home, or even to contribute to grid security.
The introduction of Bi-directional chargers in the Australian market in 2021 will unlock V2H/ V2G capability for Outlander PHEV owners for the first time.
| Outlander PHEV range. Exceed |
| 2.4L Smart MIVEC HEV & PHEV Engine |
| E-motor/ICE single speed |
| S-AWC |
| GSR |
| 2.4L Smart MIVEC HEV & PHEV Engine |
| E-motor/ICE single speed |
| S-AWC |
| ES |
| 2.4L Smart MIVEC HEV & PHEV Engine |
| E-motor/ICE single speed |
| S-AWC |
| 5 seat Wagon |
The Outlander PHEV GSR with unique on-road and in cabin character
In 2020, the Outlander PHEV gained improved drivetrain performance and the addition of a Sport mode. This year, Mitsubishi has built on the advanced PHEV powertrain, adding a Bilstein premium suspension package tuned to enhance driving enjoyment. The GSR with Bilstein suspension improves Outlander PHEV steering balance, stability and ride comfort, and coupled with PHEV DNA of low centre of gravity (courtesy of underfloor mounted drive battery) and instant, linear torque delivery from the front and rear electric motors, offers an on-road handling and driving experience like no other PHEV before it.
GSR unique chassis features:
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- GSR introduces Bilstein Premium Suspension package consisting of inverted monotube front struts and rear shock absorbers with matched increased front and rear spring rates, and ball-bearing front strut upper insulator assemblies.
GSR unique exterior features:
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- Black painted front and rear bumper skid plates, door mirrors, roof rails and roof
- Black chrome plated radiator grille, front bumper air ducts, tailgate garnish
- 18” black/machined two-tone alloy wheels
- LED headlamps with auto levelling and front fog lamps
GSR unique interior features:
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- Styling includes black accents such as shift knob, roof lining and A-pillar trim, silver stitched armrest, door trim, and steering wheel.
- Driver comfort is assured with a 4-way driver power seat with microsuede facings and synthetic leather bolsters
- Mitsubishi 8-speaker premium audio
- Power tailgate
Enhanced safety technology
The Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV benefits from the latest in MMC safety technology, with its advanced features working to protect occupants, other road users and pedestrians, both in determining the risk of an impending accident and in the event of a collision.
The SUV has a comprehensive passive safety architecture based on Mitsubishi’s RISE (Reinforced Impact Safety Evolution) impact safety body and seven SRS airbag arrangement. This includes airbags fitted in front driver and passenger, side and side curtain areas.
For the 2021 model year, Outlander PHEV ES benefits from additional standard active safety equipment including Adaptive Cruise Control, Lane Departure Warning, and Automatic High Beam. This adds to the already standard Forward Collision Mitigation (providing a visible and audible warning if a collision risk has been identified, escalating to autonomous braking if a high risk of collision has been determined) and Rear Parking Sensors with Rearview Camera.
The new Outlander PHEV GSR extends the standard safety equipment list with Blind Spot Warning, Lane Change Assist, Rear Cross Traffic Alert and Front Parking Sensors adding to the already extensive PHEV safety list.
The Outlander PHEV Exceed adds Unintended Acceleration Mitigation System in case the driver mistakenly presses the accelerator when stationary or at speeds of up to 6mph/10km/h), and a Multi-around view camera for 360-degree visibility.
Specification Overview
| Model line-up PHEV All Models | 2.4L S-MIVEC PHEV | ||
| Key specifications above ICE Outlander: | |||
| Twin electric motors | Electronic power steering | Smart key w/ one touch start | |
| Super All Wheel Control (S-AWC) | Electric park brake with auto hold | Fog lamps – Halogen | |
| 13.8 kWh Traction battery | Regenerative braking system | Heated front seats | |
| 80kW On-board generator | Joystick type selector lever | Mode 2 charging cable | |
| 54km of travel on pure electric mode | 3 drive modes – Pure EV, Series Hybrid and Parallel Hybrid | Rear Spoiler | |
| Privacy glass | |||
| ES | 2.4L S-MIVEC PHEV | ||
| ES Key specifications: | |||
| Forward Collision Mitigation) | 7 airbags | Dual zone air-conditioning | |
| Rain sensing wipers | Rear view camera | Rear seat HVAC vents | |
| Dusk sensing headlamps | Hill Start Assist | Rear USB power supply x 2 | |
| Adaptive Cruise Control | LED Daytime Running Lamps | 8” touch screen display audio | |
| Lane Departure Warning | 18-inch alloy wheels – Machined/Silver | Bluetooth phone w/voice control | |
| Automatic High Beam | Black cloth seat trim | Digital Audio Broadcast | |
| Reverse parking sensors | Driver power lumbar support | Apple CarPlay/Android Auto | |
| Auto dimming rear view mirror | Leather steering wheel | Cruise control | |
| GSR | 2.4L S-MIVEC PHEV | ||
| GSR Key specifications above ES: | |||
| Bilstein premium suspension | Blind Spot Warning (BSW) | ||
| Rear spoiler – Black mica | Black roof lining | Lane Change Assist (LCA) | |
| Roof rail – Gloss black | Power driver seat (4 way) | Rear Cross Traffic Alert (RCTA) | |
| Roof – Black mica | Interior red stitching | Front parking sensors | |
| Black exterior parts | Door trim leather insert | Electric tailgate | |
| 18-inch alloy wheels – Black/Machined | Cargo blind | MPSS Premium Audio (8 –speakers) | |
| Heated door mirror with turn lamp and fold control | Microsuede seat trim with synthetic leather bolster | Piano black with silver pin stripe interior trim | |
| Exceed | 2.4L S-MIVEC PHEV | ||
| Exceed Key specifications above GSR: | |||
| Standard suspension | LED headlamps w/Auto levelling | Roof rail – Silver | |
| Colour code roof and rear spoiler | Headlamp washers | Electric sunroof | |
| Multi Around Monitor | LED front fog lamps | Outer scuff plate | |
| Navigation | Chrome door handles | Electric heater | |
| Speed limit information display | Chrome belt line moulding | EV remote control app | |
| Ultrasonic Misacceleration System (UMS) | Leather seat facings with synthetic leather bolsters | Carbon print with silver pin stripe interior trim | |
| EVPS – V2H, V2G Islanding Capability | |||
Colours:
ES and Exceed are available in:
- Starlight
- Titanium
- Ruby Black
- Red Diamond
GSR is available in:
- Starlight with Black mica roof panel and rear spoiler
- Titanium with Black mica roof panel and rear spoiler
- Red Diamond with Black mica roof panel and rear spoiler
Three Drive modes
The Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV drivetrain offers the flexibility of three Drive Modes:
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- EV Priority Mode
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- Car powered by the front & rear motors
- Energy sourced from the battery
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- Series Hybrid Mode
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- Car still powered by the front & rear motors
- Engine engaged to run the generator to charge the battery while driving
- Mode automatically activated for sudden acceleration, driving uphill or when the battery state of charge is too low
- System switches back to EV Priority mode as much as possible
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- Parallel Hybrid Mode
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- Engine powers front wheels (via Multimode front transaxle*)
- Front electric motor assists engine, rear motor drives rear wheels
- Mode automatically activated at high speed
- System switches to Series Hybrid/ EV Priority mode as much as possible
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Despite the apparent complexity of switching between different operating modes, the driving experience is effortless – the vehicle seamlessly selects the appropriate operating mode whilst at all times looking to turn off the Internal Combustion Engine.
This is core to the PHEV driving experience, as under all driving conditions it will take-off from standstill as an electric vehicle with the associated advantages of an EV such as instant torque, smooth acceleration and near silent motion.
Pricing:
| Version | RRP (on release) | Drive Away (on release) |
| Outlander PHEV ES (5 seat AWD) | $47,990 | $51,990 |
| Outlander PHEV GSR (5 seat AWD) | $52,490 | $56,490 |
| Outlander PHEV Exceed | $56,490 | $60,990 |
Paint: Prestige paint $550
Once we have tested and assessed the new Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV, seniordriveraus will bring you a comprehensive review, including everything the over-50 driver needs to know.