2009 Mitsubishi Outlander Consumer Reviews

Great Vehicle

Written by: al on 11/02/2009

Vehicle

2009 Mitsubishi Outlander XLS 4dr SUV AWD (3.0L 6cyl 6A)

Review

I've owned this vehicle for 7 months now after owning a galant for 3 years. I used to love toyotas and still do, but I can tell you these vehicles are every bit as good with more warranty. I love the awd system and the turning radius. It does excellent on bad country roads and drives nice on dry pavement. Just hit a large deer and it did very little damage considering speed.

Favorite Features

AWD, navigation, heated seats, turning radius

Suggested Improvements

Wished u could get a loaded one without the sun roof.

3 out 3 people found this review helpful

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The Right Car

Written by: karatedvm on 10/13/2009

Vehicle

2009 Mitsubishi Outlander SE 4dr SUV AWD (2.4L 4cyl CVT)

Review

After looking for more than 1.5 yrs for a smaller SUV that didn't look like a woman's car I kept coming back to the Outlander. Only had mine for 2 weeks but it's proving itself the right vehicle for me. After 2+ years of not driving a 4WD SUV I had to get back to what was right for me and my dogs. This vehicle is spacious especially with the back seat folded forward. The fuel economy is better than I had hoped after only 2 weeks - averaging ~24mpgs combined. Handles well, can't wait for snow - actually I can wait forever for snow but by Lake Erie in northeastern Ohio it won't be long. A little hard to keep clean, the interior attracts and holds dog hair. Wish I had all leather interior.

Favorite Features

Stereo, drop down tailgate, mileage, handling, red color, keyless entry, Sirius radio, bluetooth phone

Suggested Improvements

Lumbar support, leather, easier to keep clean interior, heated seats - had to have mine customized.

4 out 5 people found this review helpful

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Why are there not more?

Written by: Babs8 on 10/01/2009

Vehicle

2009 Mitsubishi Outlander XLS 4dr SUV AWD (3.0L 6cyl 6A)

Review

It baffles me that I don't see more of these on the road. Every time I tell someone about my new car, they've never heard of it. But then they see it and they love it! I researched vehicles in this segment obsessively, while I waited for the Cash for Clunkers deal to go into effect- I had been driving a '99 Jeep Cherokee for the past 7 years and when the A/C broke, it was time to go. While I never considered myself into features (the Jeep had hardly any), I am amazed at how many features I got on the Outlander for the price. Far better deal than any of the competitors. After 2 months of driving I can proudly say that I have absolutely no buyer's remorse. Love it!

Favorite Features

Auto lights (daytime running, headlights when it gets dark), auto windshield wipers (knows when it's raining, speeds up when it's raining hard), bluetooth is awesome, love the FAST-key (great to not have to fish for keys in my bottomless purse). Great storage space and sound system, good visibility.

Suggested Improvements

Like others have mentioned, the sun visors are small and have no lights for the mirror. A digital speedometer would be cool, as well as dual climate control. Third row seat is pretty useless, but I don't need it anyway. Subwoofer vibrates driver's side on certain tones. Interior marks easily.

7 out 7 people found this review helpful

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where are all the outlanders?

Written by: mayda1 on 09/30/2009

Vehicle

2009 Mitsubishi Outlander SE 4dr SUV AWD (2.4L 4cyl CVT)

Review

My car is 1 month old and performed flawlessly on a 6100 x-cty trip (mostly on I-70). I was a bit skeptical purchasing my first suv, and had to purchase the smaller engine thanks to cash for clunkers, but this model is the perfect fit for my lifestyle. I love the "sun and sound" option, the rear door opening and "tailgate" and overall space for the "stuff" I cart around. I love that I can fit my bike inside, although I do have a usable rack if needed. Other storage room and cup holders are more than adequate. For the money, this is a great performing vehicle. Down the road some of the interiors "plastics" may pose a problem, but I can easily accept that. The 168 hp is adequate. Would rec.

Favorite Features

As above; the "sun and sound system" option rocks. Little things like the "touch" turn signals, dash and rear storage, and the tailgate 200# "seat" capacity make life much easier. Loading, unloading are a breeze.

Suggested Improvements

A better stock all season tire. Reviews aren't very good although thus far no problems in wear or handling. And perhaps a more common tire size as 225x55 x 18" are difficult to find from Major manufacturers. Rear pillars pose a Major blind spot. Also a low- low would make it an ideal vehicle.

6 out 6 people found this review helpful

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Best Small/med. size SUV out there!!

Written by: Serge on 09/24/2009

Vehicle

2009 Mitsubishi Outlander XLS 4dr SUV AWD (3.0L 6cyl 6A)

Review

Purchased this Canadian version model LS AWD V-6 and realize it is the Best SUV that I have driven! It is so smooth and comfortable on the road, you think you are driving a sport sedan. You don't even need to floor it when passing 3-4 slower vehicles on the highway, it surges with such authority and speed...the engine revving sound will please your hears! Consumption: Did 9.6 litres for 100 kilom. on the highway at around 110-115 kilom. Love this truck!!

Favorite Features

Handling, Power, smoothness. AWD with Locking device option. High ground clearance (Very important here in Canada) the sunroof and warranty.

Suggested Improvements

4 out 4 people found this review helpful

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Highly Suggested Buy

Written by: TLC on 08/27/2009

Vehicle

2009 Mitsubishi Outlander ES 4dr SUV (2.4L 4cyl CVT)

Review

I had been researching several SUV'S and this one just stood out to me. I really enjoy the drive although it is a little noisy. I love all of the storage compartments as well as the storage available in the back,. It is made for tall people to ride in the back which is good because most of my family is tall. I love it, can't wait to take it on a trip to really test it out. I am really surprised I don't see more on the roads.

Favorite Features

The warranty, the cost, the special 1.9% financing for 60 mo. The space available. The ride is really good especially for the money. They should push these vehicles more than they do.

Suggested Improvements

Interior could be improved especially the really cheap looking climate control knobs, more interior color options, the visors could use an extender because they don't block much and the dash is odd and collects dust real easy.

5 out 5 people found this review helpful

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Quite Pleased

Written by: JS Love on 08/25/2009

Vehicle

2009 Mitsubishi Outlander XLS 4dr SUV AWD (3.0L 6cyl 6A)

Review

Best all around crossover/SUV I've had (priors: Jeep Cherokee, Mazda Tribute, Hyundai SantaFe). Poor low end torque & city gas mileage. Good highway gas mileage; outside size/interior room ratio; responsive & tight handling. Excessive tire & wind noise on Highway. Good & plentiful electronics are intuitive and well thought out; steep learning curve to use efficiently. Same for 2nd & 3rd row seat positioners. Hard to see instruments & Nav in bright sunlight. Lots of front glove box/misc & rear storage space. Great warranty; no problems in 8 mos of ownership. Used paddle shift once in 8 mos. Overall Impression: Utilitarian yet fun to drive, super value for money. Would buy another one!

Favorite Features

Overall utility, non city gas mileage, sound system, auto down & UP drivers window, amount of driver information, setable electronic features, FAST Key system, backup camera, bluetooth, rain sensing wipers, exterior size/interior space ratio, setable AWD system, warranty

Suggested Improvements

City gas mileage/low end torque; visibility of instruments in sunlight; tire/wind road noise; setable auto door locks; lighted visor vanity mirrors; mute button for audio system (currently automatic when on bluetooth phone, otherwise not available)

7 out 7 people found this review helpful

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Very Pleased w/ My 1st SUV

Written by: New2SUVs on 08/14/2009

Vehicle

2009 Mitsubishi Outlander SE 4dr SUV AWD (2.4L 4cyl CVT)

Review

After a lot of research on Edmunds about the Outlander I decided to go to the dealership- after test driving the SE- I fell in love and the following week bought it (not NEEDING a new vehicle). I was driving a '09 Civic Si and was growing tired of a manual. The Outlander is one of the sharpest looking SUV's I've seen and the room inside is amazing. My salesman was 6'4", 240lbs and with the front seats all the way back- sitting in the back seat his knees did not touch. IMPRESSIVE!!! The price was great for everything I got including the extras. I am very pleased. Only had it for a week and immediately packed it up to go camping- exceeded my expectations.

Favorite Features

Blue tooth, 6-mo free Sirius, Black cloth w/ leather trim interior, room, stylish look, easy to drive, fantastic turning radius, sound system, comfort, & for only $700 more- extended the already awesome warranty for bumper-to- bumper to 10yr/100,000mi, not having to pull out my key to get in and out

Suggested Improvements

Digital Speedometer, Automatic door locking when the vehicle is on, or off for a certain period of time

10 out 10 people found this review helpful

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A g vehicle at a great price!

Written by: AP_From PA on 07/07/2009

Vehicle

2009 Mitsubishi Outlander ES 4dr SUV (2.4L 4cyl CVT)

Review

I bought this outlander ES (FWD) base + Conv. pkg in Black on 28 June 2009. This vehicle runs great and performs as expected or better considering that this is a 4 Cyl engine. Fuel economy on a 70 mile straight highway was about 29 mpg, and my usual driving of a 20 mile trip (80% Hwy) gives about 25-26 mpg. There seems to be a very faint buzzing sound, I need to look into that. Lots of cargo room, and comfortably seats 3 avg. adults in the back seat. Seats are nice and firm and are very comfortable on long drives. I am happy with this purchase.

Favorite Features

Daytime running light, firm seats, lots of storage, great warranty, considering that this is an SUV and is only 4-cyl, this vehicle is relatively quiet, good MPGs (especially if you drive carefully).

Suggested Improvements

I hate the microfiber (or Velvet) type fabric on seats and on door, especially in black interior... it catches lots of dust and dirt and looks ugly even when you are careful. MP3 connection should be in front. Louder blinker sound, cross bars for roof-rails, removable rear seats.

31 out 32 people found this review helpful

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Tops all small suvs

Written by: Becky Peterson on 06/23/2009

Vehicle

2009 Mitsubishi Outlander SE 4dr SUV AWD (2.4L 4cyl CVT)

Review

I love my Outlander. I've had it for 7 months and have just about 10k miles on it. It was awesome in the snow with the 4wd option and has plenty of clearance. I love the smart key! The stereo is exceptional and I love the 6 disc cd changer! The only thing that makes me a little crazy is the air leak noise when the sunroof is CLOSED. This vehicle is fun to drive and easy to maneuver. I wish I would've purchased the V6 but I was being careful with the gas mileage.

Favorite Features

Sun roof, smart key, stereo, 4wd/Awd.

Suggested Improvements

Better seal on the sunroof and better carpet and floor mats.

13 out 13 people found this review helpful

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