Mitsubishi Outlander is a product that throughout its history in the Mexican market has maintained a discreet presence; In other words: “it has its knowledgeable public”. After all, we know that the prevalence of a model is due to the demands it can or cannot meet, and that is just what it has done.
The Japanese firm gives this model a complete turnaround and takes the opportunity to direct it towards the electrification strategy that the brand has contemplated for 2030; so that, Outlander PHEV 2023 arrives in Mexico with a plug-in hybrid drive proposal, accompanied by the most recent and functional technology developed by Mitsubishi, seasoned of course, with everything that the end user demands from the best-selling segment in the world, the SUVs.
2023 Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV: New Design and Tech Space
From first impression, this SUV does not deny its origin. 100% Japanese lines and strokes stand out from a silhouette that is around 1.7 meters tall, 1.8 m wide, 4.7 m long and 2.7 m wheelbase; come on, it is not small, but at the same time it remains visually contained, with the exact dose of details and exterior components that communicate a truck with important features:
- Wide front grill accompanied by Full LED optical groups on each side
- Logo on front of chest
- 20” wheels
- Large electric tailgate.
In the cabin an environment is perceived if not premium, yes just a step below. The finishes, materials, textures, the design proposal, as well as the arrangement of the components show a lot of quality and functionality. The presence of technology is palpable from the position in the driver’s seat, while for the other 6 passengers there is good space and ergonomic arrangement. The interior equipment also highlights:
- 9” touch screen
- digital cluster
- Steering wheel and gear lever redesign
- Third row of seats
- Connectivity and navigation (CarPlay, Android Auto, Bluetooth)
- Piano black trim
- Electric seats.
Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV 2023: New plug-in hybrid mechanics
We rarely understand the philosophy or reason for being of some vehicles, so We appreciate the presence of Atsushi Gomi, Chief Product Specialist of Mitsubishi Motors Japan, who during the presentation explained to us how, from its development, Outlander PHEV emerged. Everything is based on the Japanese term, I FU DO DO:
- YO: commanding presence
- FU: Comfort and safety at all times
- DO: First class cabin, technological and connected
- DO: Steady, reliable, powerful and unobtrusive ride.
Through this method, a renewed, efficient and technological vehicle has been achieved, as Gomi explained in the presentation. With such architecture, Outlander PHEV 2023 gains more capacity in its fuel tank, battery, combined power and safety. Everything comes from a heat engine supported by two electric motors (one per axle), lithium battery pack, single-speed transmission and S-AWC traction. The security section is complemented by a complete compendium of electronic security, 11 airbags, ADAS and seven driving modes.
- Heat engine: 2.4 L NA gasoline
- Power: 131 Hp
- Torque: 144 lb-ft
- Transmission: Single Speed Reduction Gear
- Traction: Twin-Motors S-AWC
- Electric motors (one per axle) Front/Rear: 114 Hp/134 Hp
- Combined Power: 248 Hp
- Battery: 20kWh lithium
- Electric autonomy: 60 km
- Combined autonomy: up to 700 kilometers.
- Driving modes: 7 (Tarmac, Gravel, Snow, Mud, Normal, Eco and Power).
Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV 2023: Prices and versions
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SE Plus: $918,700 pesos
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Limited: $999,000 pesos
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Diamond: $1,058,500 pesos
