Used 2012 Mitsubishi Outlander GT 4dr SUV AWD (3.0L 6cyl 6A) Consumer Reviews
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2012 Mitsubishi Outlander GT
ron84, Yakima, WA, 12/21/2012
Mitsubishi Outlander GT 4dr SUV AWD (3.0L 6cyl 6A)
22 of 23 people found this review helpful
Just bought my son his second Mitsubishi Outlander (2012 Outlander GT AWD). We bought him a 2007 Outlander LS 5 years ago and it has been bullett proof. No issues at all. We bought the 2012 Mitsubishi Outlander GT 2 months ago and thus far I have been very impressed. Although it is the same generation as his 2007 it has numerous improvements and has not dissapointed thus far. The 2007 had a slight hesitation when taking off but the 2012 does not have the same hesitation and is very smooth on takeoff. It is rated 10 HP higher than the 2007 and like the 2007 is very quick (and economical). Very fun to drive.
Best vehicle I've owned
Kenmore63, 05/27/2021
updated 09/13/2021
Mitsubishi Outlander GT 4dr SUV AWD (3.0L 6cyl 6A)
6 of 6 people found this review helpful
I purchased this car in the summer of 2013. It was a used rental unit with around 30,000kms (18,000 miles, roughly). I now have 185,000kms (115,000 miles, roughly). This is easily the best vehicle I've owned. Interior: Good - The seats are comfortable, and the heated seats are an absolute blessing. Everything is well laid out and easy to understand. There is a lot of hard plastic, but it doesn't feel cheap. The second row seats have lots of room for adults. They slide back and forth, and recline for added comfort. Bad - The fabric on the seats is comfortable, but is a dog hair magnet. The driver's side cup holder is in the perfect position while driving, however the position lends itself to hitting it with your knee while getting into and out of the vehicle. Mine is currently broken. The 3rd row seat would work in a pinch, but to be honest, I never use it and I would much rather have a cargo area in its place. I wish the second row seats folded flat. As comfortable as the driver's seat is, it gets a little tiring on long road trips. Exterior: The pig nose on the front is something you either love or hate. In my case I love it. The 2 part tailgate is awesome and very handy. The LED taillights are a nice feature. Handling/Ride: The 3.0 and the 6 speed auto are a really good match. I'm sure there are faster vehicles out there, but it doesn't take away from the fun of pushing the go button. It makes me smile every time and never gets old. There's some body roll if you push it in the corners, but hey it's an SUV, what do you expect. I find on less than ideal traction situations (gravel, wet, etc) it can get a little squirrely if you have it in 2WD. With it in AWD there are no issues. The AWD system is flawless and has never left me stuck in the mud or snow. Driving this vehicle is deep snow is an absolute blast. Overall, this vehicle is fun to drive in any and all conditions. Maintenance/Reliability: Items fixed: - Fluid/filter changes - Brake pads and rotors - Both lower ball joints and outer tie rod ends - Half dozen light bulbs - Timing belt (including water pump)(expensive but necessary) - Spark plugs - Battery - Annual rust proofing (road are well seasoned here) Items outstanding: - The muffler has developed a couple holes (probably fix this year) - The headlight lenses have begun to fog over (normal for a vehicle this old, will likely fix this year) - The paint, for the most part, has held up well, however, the leading edge of the dog legs (where rear wheel arches meet door) seem to be very prone to stone chips. I touch them up twice a year to keep the bare metal sealed. Other gripes: I only have one other gripe: There is very limited aftermarket selection. IE: If you wanted to do performance/suspension/body upgrades, there is not a lot out there in the market. Not a big deal for me, but for some people it may be a deal breaker. Conclusion: Overall it has been a very good, enjoyable and reliable vehicle. It has far exceeded my expectations and I would not hesitate to recommend or purchase another Mitsubishi again. Update: I've recently replaced my Mitsubishi Outlander. To be clear, I had zero issues with the vehicle and still loved it, but a family member was in need of a reliable car and did not have a lot of $$$ to work with. I sold them my Mitsubishi for what I would have gotten on trade and purchased something new. It's worth noting that I did NOT replace it with a Mitsubishi. The reasoning had nothing to do with the brand itself so much as it did with limited selection due to COVID and the current model (2022) being first model year. Overall, I was very happy with the vehicle. I got 190,000kms of relatively trouble free use. I have no doubt that my family member who is currently driving it will get 10 more years out of it.
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R, 03/24/2023
Mitsubishi Outlander GT 4dr SUV AWD (3.0L 6cyl 6A)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
I have driven a Mitsubishi Outlander for years and travel in my job. The vehicle has been great to drive and comes with all the bells and whistles you want in a suv. It’s not a fancy drive and isn’t as nice looking as many suvs but it does the job. That’s what I want. I have over 300000 Kms on it and only now it’s having some problems. I also like the fact you can switch it out and in to 4wd. It’s hard on gas with the 4wd but I only use it in the winter with Ivey or snowy conditions.
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