Mitsubishi Updates 2019 Outlander PHEV With More Of Everything

Tideland Prius · Jun 19, 2018

The primary focus for the Japanese carmaker is the introduction of a new 2.4-litre petrol engine, which uses advanced variable-valve timing to switch between Otto and Atkinson combustion cycles depending on the driving situation. The larger capacity of the new engine means a 14bhp power boost to 135bhp and a 16lb ft boost in torque to 156lb ft.

Mitsubishi says that the Otto cycle is intended for use in moderate to high load situations, such as climbing hills or when acceleration is needed. The Atkinson cycle is used for lighter loads, such as during motorway cruising, thanks to a reduced compression stroke that reduces the engine’s capacity and burns less fuel.

The electric powertrain also benefits from a 10 percent increase in generator output and the rear electric motor has been boosted to 95bhp. New battery tech makes for a nice round 10 percent increase in capacity to 13.8kWh too. The changes mean that the Outlander PHEV can now manage 84mph in electric mode compared with the previous version’s 78mph.

The Japanese carmaker says that the combination of improvements means a 0.5-second quicker 0-62mph time of 10.5 seconds and similar improvements in overtaking. According to the new, more strict WLTP emissions tests, the Outlander PHEV will manage 28 miles on a full charge and is officially rated at 141mpg and 46g/km CO2.

Changes to the suspension and electronic driving aids have also been made in a bid to improve the driving experience. Mitsubishi has even gone so far as to come up with some nice new seats in the front to improve life for driver and passenger.

Despite the company putting the emphasis on the technical facelift, there is still a redesigned grille, new bumper, fog lamp updates and all-new LED headlights. The rear gets an update to the bumper extension and a large roof spoiler while new, two-tone 18-inch alloys complement the overall look.
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Mitsubishi Updates 2019 Outlander PHEV With More Of Everything

hill · Mar 19, 2019

Does this mean that Mitsubishi automotive will not abandon the United States? It'd be a shame to only be able to buy their solar panels, tv's & the like. So strange that the greatest selling suv/plugin on other continents gets so little attention here.
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bisco · Mar 19, 2019

so strange that most ev's aren't available outside cali

Tideland Prius · Mar 19, 2019

hill said: ↑

Does this mean that Mitsubishi automotive will not abandon the United States? It'd be a shame to only be able to buy their solar panels, tv's & the like. So strange that the greatest selling suv/plugin on other continents gets so little attention here.
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Apparently Mitsubishi did not update the powertrain of the Outlander PHEV for 2019 for both the US and Canada - just the cosmetic updates. We still have the old 2.0 litre instead of the 2.4 litre on the Atkinson cycle.

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