2023 Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV - POV First Impressions

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[DizzyMan]

People who call these new Outlanders junk are simply haters who've never driven one. The interior is miles nicer than a Toyota and they drive very nice.

[vap]

From the Greater Toronto area. I purchased one. I took delivery on March 28th. I traded in a 2019 Mercedes Benz B Class. I didn't really like the front end, but it has grown on me over the time that I had to wait for it to be delivered. But I think that it's its weakest point. Family and colleagues say it's very sophisticated looking and my brother and sister in law think it's nicer than my B Class. The interior blows me away. The ride blows me away. The build quality blows me away. My gas gauge has moved one tick since I took delivery. I purchased a GT model not a GT Premium which is what is shown in the video. The only difference is that you don't get the upgraded leather seats, massaging front seats and 4 way lumbar support instead of 2 way. By the way, I purchased this with the intent of using it as a two row vehicle. I doubt the third row will ever be used. However, there is a video on YouTube where they load 7 adults in and head to Starbucks, so it can be done if all three rows compromise on the leg room. It rides great on the highway, which is when I put it into Power mode. I also quite like Tarmac mode. When not highway driving, I drive it in EV mode all the time and it easily charges to full overnight using a standard 120v outlet in my garage.

[richardneedles]

Thanks for the review! -- I bought my 2023 Outlander PHEV (SEL Premium) 4 weeks ago - local dealer (Columbus, Ohio – USA) had 7 Outlander PHEVs on the lot. I got mine for $1, 200 UNDER MSRP and the dealer gave me $31, 500 for my 2018 Acura TLX -- I paid $18, 000 plus tax for the Outlander. I have driven 1, 340 miles -- getting 78 MPGe. I am plugging it in every night for my daily commute and weekend errands. It feels "luxurious" inside -- premium leather, panoramic roof, 360 camera, power folding side mirrors, heated, steering wheel, heated seats, hands-free tailgate, head up display, Bose speakers AND massaging seats! If I take a longer drive, I will have no "range anxiety." Plus, the Outlander has a 10-YEAR WARRANTY. ONE BIG NOTE: the owner's manual clearly states that the 3rd row is ONLY for people under 5' 3." I do not need a 3rd row, so I "tri-fold" it. This opens up a HUGE, DEEP storage well. And, I can stack duffel bag items on the folded 3rd row! The RAV4 Prime may have better overall mpg, but the 18-month wait and $12, 000 "dealer adjustment" are outrageous. One local dealer wanted $65k for loaded Prime with MSRP of $52k. I did not consider Kia or Hyundai brands -- "Kia boys" have stolen 3, 000 of them in my area (and assaulted drivers in the process). This is a real issue. Lastly, my home solar panels will be installed in 6 weeks along with a Level 2 charger in my garage. The Outlander PHEV is the PERFECT choice for me in 2023. Final note: the local dealer now has 14 Outlander PHEVs on the lot and offering $1, 250 off MSRP. Availability, luxury, value and price -- a great vehicle to "step into" electrification!

[kalengkong]

Saw few already in Sydney. They looks good outside and inside. Test drove one and fall in love with it. So much power and so quiet

[gldflcn]

Just test drove yesterday! Drives like a dream!!! This’ll definitely be my next vehicle

[SerPurple]

Mitsubishi and Nissan together... a match made in hell. 😂

[gregr]

I test drove that .
Amazing suv and in power mode super fast .

[Vldimir]

after a decade of stagnation, Mitsubishi have managed to return to normal new and modern interior design. it remains to wait for Lancer 11

[ChristianC-gyym]

I think if you understand what this vehicle truly is, which is NOT a luxury vehicle. Not a performance car. Not a rugged offroader. It's simply just a well packaged efficient phev that delivers on tech and functionality. this car is on a very short list of cars I'm looking at for my wife who wants a phev over a full on ev. And it's right up there next to the new x5 50e. And the 36, 000 in price delta makes a strong case for the Mitsubishi...

[xXBrandonFTWXx]

Love driving these at the Mitsubishi dealership I work at, great car 👍

[Blank]

Since this PHEV powertrain is deisigned by Mitsubishi and not Nissan, I find it cool that it's basically designed by the same company that makes propulsion systems for the LIRR M9 & M7

[outlogix]

you should do a video with the best cars under a certain price range know it probably wont happen but would be cool! :) love the vids

[MichaelCesarz]

Decent review. Completely ignored the L2 drive capability in cruise control though. And also, comparing to the Rogue, besides the better tech and AWD, the Mitsubishi warranty of 10 year/100, 000 makes it a no brainer choice.

[mccrearym]

Can confirm that my US version does have a heat pump (since it was asked in the video)

[superbros]

That full acceleration you did @ 11:15 sounds like a vacuum lmao

[Alexd]

The PHEV is the way to go. Unlike the fully gas ones, this one has an older mitsubishi engine with a mitsubishi transmission, one gear auto not a cvt

[jayallen]

My sisters is a 2019 gas motor and 60k not a single problem with it

[alexanderallan]

Does the door to the charge ports, have the ability to be locked, in order to keep others out ?

[AndreThompson]

Hmmm...with my wife's half mile commute, a PHEV makes sense. We really love the new CX-70 but might not be able to justify so much vehicle.

[jeree]

Tell me you want a rogue without telling me you want a rogue