The Mitsubishi Outlander has been given a host of updates and upgrades for the 2025 model year. It’s about time, too, as it’s already due for one as it’s already three years old.
So, what has Mitsubishi done to it? There are styling tweaks one the outside, for starters. New tech has also been added inside for greater convenience. But most importantly, the powertrain gets significant upgrades to further improve efficiency.
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For the exterior, there’s a new grille with new elements. Not only that, it also comes with active shutters to enhance aerodynamics at higher speeds and open automatically to regulate engine temperatures. The lower apron has also been reshaped for this facelift.
One will also notice the new wheel designs. There is an option of 18-inch and 20-inch alloys. As for the rear, the tail lights now come with a T-shaped design to put it in line with the latest offerings from Mitsubishi.
Inside, it appears identical to the pre-facelift model. However, the changes made here are more in the technology front. The digital instrument cluster has been redesigned, and so too is the infotainment system. Mitsubishi also added a rear camera function for the now frameless rearview mirror. The company says it’s to allow the driver to still out the back when the cargo hinders rear visibility.
Other improvements? It gains more sound insulation to give a quieter driving and riding experience. Trim materials have also been enhanced for a more upmarket feel. Seats have also been redesigned for greater comfort.
Now, for the important part, the powertrain. The layout is still the same with a 2.4-liter engine mated to a pair of electric motors. However, the internal combustion engine gains exhaust gas recirculation, expanded cooling channels and an integrated exhaust manifold to boost fuel efficiency and performance.
On top of that, the battery pack has been expanded. It’s now at 22.7kWh, significantly up from the previous model’s 13.8kWh capacity. Mitsubishi claims the larger battery pack is now able to deliver continuous output 108% higher than the last version.
The result? Total system output is rated at 302hp. The EV-only range has also up from 65 kilometers to up to 86 kilometers. It also helps that the fuel tank capacity has been increased to 53 liters from 45, boosting its total range to 844 kilometers per fill-up.
