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Weidel on Wheels: Outlander Sport can get the job done
Mitsubishi SUV handles well with all-wheel drive
By Jeffrey Weidel
Although the snow wasn’t falling too heavily, the wind
that was whipping around Laramie, Wyo., as the new year
approached was enough to make this driver stay off the
treacherous roads as much as possible.
Living in Northern California for more than three decades,
one gets accustomed to no snow. Sure, a person can find
it easily driving toward the Sierra Nevada range in the
wintertime. But one can prepare for those trips, which is
not the case in Wyoming, where the winter weather can
change from hour to hour.
On this particular venture away from California, I felt
fortunate to be test-driving the Mitsubishi Outlander
Sport.
While there have been some complaints regarding
Mitsubishi’s new entry-level sport utility vehicle, none of
the grumblings deal with the all-wheel drive Outlander’s
ability to maneuver confidently in the snow. It was much
appreciated on the icy streets of Laramie.
The Outlander Sport is approximately 14 inches shorter than the typical Outlander. A smaller radius may be the reason
it handles so well in all driving situations. It has a sporty suspension — perhaps that’s how the name Sport originated —
and gives the driver a confident feel for the road, snow or no snow.
When compared to a long list of competitors, the Outlander holds its own in a price comparison. Its base model goes
for an affordable $18,495, while the high-end Sport is not that high-end at $22,995.
However, what critics of the Sport will say is the Outlander falls short of the two industry standards for the class — the
Honda CR-V and the Toyota RAV4. The Kia Sportage is another strong competitor, along with other small SUVs such
as the Hyundai Tucson, Ford Escape, Volkswagen Tiguan, Subaru Forester and several other models.
The major knock on the Outlander Sport is performance. Equipped (some would suggest under equipped) with a 2.0-
liter, 4-cylinder engine that produces 148-horsepower, the Outlander does not provide get-up-and-go power,
evidenced by its underwhelming 0 to 60 mph clocking in a very modest 8.8 seconds. More appealing is the gas mileage
of 25 to 31 miles per gallon.
Yet the Outlander climbed some sizable grades without much trouble while making the trek from Denver to Laramie
and back. If you don’t care for the performance and want more — too bad. There are two trims (ES, SE), but only
one engine choice.
There’s nothing too flashy regarding the Outlander’s interior. Yet it has all the basic controls, offering them in a well-
conceived cockpit that’s easy to master and reach.
Both leg and headroom is plentiful for 6-footers in the front cabin, which has supportive seats. It’s fairly roomy in a
backseat that will accommodate three adults. The cargo area is also spacious, allowing for a fair amount of baggage for
a road trip or some weekend chores.
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2011 Mitsubishi Outlander Sport SE
Price: $22,995
Power:2.0-liter, 4-cylinder engine with 148 horsepower
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Mileage estimate:25 mpg city; 31 mpg highway
Standard features include: Automatic xenon headlights; foglights; automatic wipers; climate control; keyless
ignition/entry; sliding armrest; center pass-through; upgraded upholstery; rear privacy glass; heated front seats; hill
start assist; traction and stability control.
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Outlander SUV offers bold look, sporty
ride for 2011
Published: January 27, 2011 6:00 PM
Until the past few years, shopping for a compact SUV could be a real snoozer.
Not that there was anything wrong with vehicles like the Honda CR-V and Toyota RAV-4, but that
they, along with most offerings in this segment, shared the same unimaginative, trucky styling.
Thanks to increased competition, today’s exteriors are more inspired, but none are more
distinctive than the 2011 Mitsubishi Outlander.
A makeover in 2010 gave this previously competent but bland SUV the company’s signature ‘jet
fighter’ front end, borrowed from the rally-proven Lancer Evolution. This aggressive new
treatment, with its large, blacked-out mesh grille, sharp hood creases and wedge-shaped
projector-style headlamps is accompanied by a redesigned rear quarter panel fascia and door
mirrors.
On the top-trim XLS models, a chrome grille surround and seven-spoke, 18 inch alloy wheels
complete the look.
A makeover in 2010 gave the Mitsubishi
Outlander the addition of Super All-Wheel
Control to the top XLS trim level (as shown).
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complete the look.
But the 2010 changes are more than cosmetic. The XLS model, for example, now also benefits
from an upgrade to Mitsubishi’s slip-and-grip 4WD system in the form of its Super All-Wheel
Control (S-AWC) along with Active Front Differential.
The Outlander has also received some tweaks to its available 3.0-litre V6 engine, boosting
horsepower from 220 to 230, and with improved fuel economy.
The current-generation model may not outsell Ford Escape, Honda CR-V, Nissan Rogue and
Toyota RAV-4, but at roughly 8,300 units sold this year in Canada, it is nearly tied with the
Lancer and all its variants as Mitsubishi’s top selling vehicle. The 2011 Outlander is, for the most
part, a carryover from 2010.
Despite a relatively small dealer network, much of its sales success can be attributed to a
competitive price point with plenty of standard features and available content.
The ES 2WD base model starts at $25,498 and comes with a long list of standard items.
This includes power windows, keyless entry, air conditioning, heated front seats, leather wrapped
steering wheel and shift knob, 60/40 split fold/tumble second row, dual glove box, three 12-volt
power points, six-speaker 140-watt CD/MP3 player with speed compensated volume, MP3/aux
inputs and steering wheel audio controls, Bluetooth hands-free phone interface, heated power side
mirrors, multi-information display, privacy glass, 16-inch alloy wheels and more.
Outlander also gets a full suite of standard safety features such as four-wheel disc brakes with ABS
and electronic brakeforce distribution, active stability control (ASC), traction control and a tire
pressure monitoring system.
Add 4WD and you also get hill start assist, bringing the price to $27,998. Both ES models are
powered by Mitsubishi’s 2.4-litre 16-valve, DOHC inline four-cylinder that provides 168 hp and
167 lb/ft of torque, mated to a CVT Sportronic transmission that can be shifted manually, if you so
choose.
The LS trim level, starting at $29,498, comes standard with 4WD and gets the more powerful 3.0-
litre, 24-valve SOHC V6 engine that delivers 230 hp and 215 lb/ft of torque. That may not sound
like a lot next to RAV4’s 269 hp and 246 lb/ft (which is more juice than necessary in this kind of
vehicle), but it’s competitive with other V6 competitors like the Escape. The CR-V, Rogue,
Hyundai Tucson and Suzuki Grand Vitara are only available with four cylinder engines.
Mated to Outlander’s 3.0-litre V6 is a six-speed Sportronic automatic transmission. This smooth-
shifting unit comes with steering wheel paddle shifters in XLS trim.

The LS also features a compact third row seat, with fore/aft sliding on the second row to help
passengers get in and out. Other amenities include a Fast-Key system (allowing you to keep the
fob in your pocket or purse), fog lights and LED repeaters in the side mirrors.
Move up to the XLS S-AWC (starting at $34,498), and in addition to the LS features, you get 18-
inch alloys, automatic climate control, leather seating surfaces in the first and second rows, power
driver’s seat, rain-sensing wipers, power sunroof and the head-pounding 710-watt Rockford
Fosgate Punch Premium sound system with six-CD changer.
Another big step up is the previously mentioned Super All-Wheel Control (S-AWC) system with
Active Front Differential.
Similar to the S-AWC used on the Lancer Evolution, this system analyses and reacts to driver
intent in real time.
It can move torque from left to right and front to rear, depending on vehicle dynamics and road
conditions. And making it more driver-friendly than typical 4WD systems is a three-position dial
labelled ‘Tarmac,’ ‘Snow’ and ‘Lock.’
This system works seamlessly with the vehicle’s traction and stability control systems, cutting
power or applying brakes at each wheel to help keep the Outlander on its intended path.
During my week of testing, I had the opportunity to try it on all kinds of asphalt—wet, dry and
snowy—and believe me, it works.
I had expected the system to apply a heavy hand in the snow, but it wasn’t overly intrusive—even
when giving a little extra throttle around turns.
S-AWC (with ASC activated) also works on dry pavement in more spirited maneuvers. The
system applies brakes on the inside wheel during understeer and outer wheel during oversteer,
and transfers torque where needed to improve cornering stability.
Lean is minimal in the turns, and on the straighter stretches, Mitsu’s surprisingly responsive 3.0-
litre V6 provides gutsy acceleration. And delivers it with a nice, raspy exhaust note.
The vehicle’s crisp handling and good driving dynamics can also be attributed to a rigid unibody
built on Mitsu’s global performance platform and sport-tuned suspension.
Up front is a MacPherson strut independent suspension with strut tower bar and stabilizer bar. In
back is a multilink and coil system with stabilizer bar.
The Outlander’s maximum cargo capacity, at 2,056 litres, is competitive with other mid-size
SUVs. With the compact third-row bench folded flat and the 60/40 second row tumbled forward,
there’s plenty of space for a couple of bikes or for your next big-box shopping trip.

there’s plenty of space for a couple of bikes or for your next big-box shopping trip.
With the second row upright, there’s still a very usable 1,025 litres of space with a flat cargo floor.
And with the flap-fold tailgate dropped (and hatch raised), loading is easy. The small tailgate can
also serve as a seat, able to support 200 kilograms.
Pop the third row, which is a two-step procedure that takes some practice, and you still have 422
litres.
The shallow depression where the seats are stowed contributes little space, unlike minivans and
other SUVs that typically have a deep well behind the third row. But the Outlander’s is less
commodious for a reason. The rear seat is little more than fabric stretched over a steel frame, with
little pop-up ‘ironing boards’ as headrests.
I would call this ‘emergency’ third-row seating, unless you like riding with your knees under your
chin. Still, the kids seem to get a kick out of riding back there, and it’s easy enough to access as
both sides of the second row tumble forward in a single motion.
The Outlander’s interior fit and finish is good—on par with any of the segment leaders. My XLS
tester had a few niceties not found on the base model, such as the double-stitched leather seating
surfaces and centre armrest, double-stitched faux leather in the doors and instrument panel,
giving it a premium look and feel.
Ergonomics are generally good, but my one gripe is that the high-low switch for the heated front
seats is positioned well back from view on the centre console, making it difficult to find while
driving.
The top-trim Outlander can be optioned up further with the $2,500 Navigation Package that
includes music server, lane guidance system, rear view camera and video input jack.
There’s also an available rear seat entertainment system and loads of cargo accessories like roof
racks, bike carriers, trailer hitch, ski and snowboard carriers and more.
Overall, the Outlander has a lot to offer compact SUV buyers, and provides a driving experience
that I would expect from a more premium product.
Pricing remains the same as last year, with some changes in packaging—check the company web
site for more details.
Mitsubishi Outlander XLS S-AWC 2011
Body Style: compact sport utility
Drive Method: front-engine, all-wheel-drive

Engine: 3.0-litre, 24-valve SOHC V6 (230 hp and 215 lb/ft of torque)
Towing Capacity: 3,500 lbs with V6 engine
Fuel Economy: (as tested)—11.0/7.9/9.6 L/100km (city/highway/combined)
Price: (base) $25,498; XLS S-AWC $34,498
Website: www.mitsubishi-motors.ca
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Car Winners of the 2011 Money Awards
The best car winners of the 2011 Money Awards were just recently announced. This award is
considered as an extraordinary recognition for most car makers. This is because the award takes into
consideration the car’s reliability as well as its value after 5 years and not only on the new features that
a car has.
This year’s participants were not the same car makers since there are many companies who have
joined. This includes Korean car makers such as Kia and Hyundai. Japan’s Mitsubishi has also taken
part in this event.
What was significant in this year’s award was the sudden change in the Ford’s approach. Ford had
been a constant winner for the past few years by providing larger cars, trucks, and SUVs. However,
this year Ford used its Fiesta model. As a result, the Ford Fiesta was awarded as the Best
Subcompact Car.
Chevrolet won the Best Midsize Car for this year’s Money Award by using the Chevrolet Malibu as
its entry. Everyone was also stunned when the Buick Regal won the Best Upscale Sedan. Buick has
risen over its competitors for this division beating the former winners such as BMW and Lexus.
In addition to this, Honda’s Civic and the Honda Fit won the awards for the Best Compact car and
the Best Hatchback. Mitsubishi’s Outlander Sport defeated The Honda CR-V for the Best Compact
Crossover award.
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