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Tommy's Red Rider Outlander GT
Tom Colosimo, 02/10/2016
updated 02/22/2024
2016 Mitsubishi Outlander GT 4dr SUV AWD (3.0L 6cyl 6A)
65 of 65 people found this review helpful
UPDATE: Now at 133K miles. All going well. Red Rider is still purring along MPG averaging around 22.5 MPG highway and city. Using 88/87 and 91 octane gas - all seems the same. I have extended warranty on vehicle until 160K miles. No rattles or issues of major concerns. UPDATE: Now at 101K miles. All going well. Red Rider is still purring along MPG averaging around 22.5 MPG highway and city. Using 88/87 and 91 octane gas - all seems the same. Had the outside lock/unlock button on driver's door replaced by Mitsubishi under extended warranty! All better with that issue now. I have extended warranty on vehicle until 160K miles. Otherwise, no issues. UPDATE: Now at 63K miles. All going well. Just changed transmission and differential fluids as well as an oil change. Very important since I do towing of my sailboat ongoing during the summer. The V6 does very well with this work. Getting around 22 MPG during the summer on average using 88 Octane gas. Still agree with my purchasing of it 4 years ago as being a good value for the money spent! UPDATE: Now at 53.8K miles. Getting a good taste of its capabilities in deep snow here in the Twin Cities. Put in LOCK (VS SNOW for whatever reason) and it goes just about anywhere you need to go without any difficulties! A real machine that seems to like to battle snows! Otherwise, MPG slips a bit in the winter like with all vehicles. Getting about 19 MPG around town now vs around 21 or so in the summer. Still, view this as a great value for what you get in the V6 level vehicle and for maneuvring around in the snows. UPDATE: Now at 46.6K miles. Still enjoying this vehicle. Tows my 24-foot sailboat very well up and down a steep ramp. All features continue to work well as expected. A bit disappointed with the Blue Tooth hookup for 'voice commands'. Can't seem to recognize my voice to engage it but am able to work around that. Wish it had more of the updated safety features such as 'blind spot' and circumference warning when backing up for side approaching cars. Otherwise, the safety features works well. Mileage is about 22 to 23 around the city on REGULAR gas! UPDATE - approaching 40K miles on my red Outlander and still loving it! MPG's are still the same for combo city/hiway of around 22 MPG. I have continued to test using Premium gas and Regular and no difference in MPG's or performance that I can tell and I'm pretty anal about my car! Only thing is that I wish I had some of the features that were added to the 2017 Outlander like; heated steering wheel, blind spot monitoring and backup/cross traffic alert! Otherwise I love the safety features I have especially the interactive cruise control. Very good feature that I did not think about when I bought this car!! Love the sound system and riding comfort. Still can't understand the terrible reviews on CR and other bases. Owners seem to LOVE their Mitsubishi's!! Don't believe everything you read! The Mitsubishi Outlander is NOT a piece of crap! I've got 25K miles on mine and love it! I burn regular unleaded and get an avg. of 23 MPG's! I've tried a couple tanks of premium and get the same MPG's and performance! The vehicle is solid in snow traction, acceleration, quietness, steering, etc. I love the LED headlights and tail lights - you don't get that on a 2016 XLE Rav4! I did test drive a LOT of 2015 CUV's before I bought this model. I recently drove a 2016 Rav4 and did not like the bumpy ride, noisy interior, poor acceleration and LACK OF TOWING! AND the price for a 4 cylinder vs. my V6 was ALMOST the same with the same options I have!! I think Mitsubishi messed up there marketing and some of their models over the past 10 years or so but this car is NOT bad! I had a Mazda for 12 years before this and there is no comparison to that vehicle with the smooth shifting 6 speed the Outlander has and power over that Mazda that had a 200 HP V6. So.....try it out before you buy something else!
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Outlander excellent, auto media reviews are biased
PK, 10/02/2016
updated 04/30/2018
2016 Mitsubishi Outlander SEL 4dr SUV AWD (2.4L 4cyl CVT)
121 of 124 people found this review helpful
Biased and disconnected auto media... Why do the Edmunds owner reviews not reflect this horrible car you profess? Your credibility is doo-doo. Real proactive lockable 4WD with torque vectoring and major ground clearance (~2+ inches more than most). You only get this grade 4WD (~Quadra Drive II) as a spendy option on a Limited or better Grand Cherokee. $50k for starters. Not even available with most other mfger's. You could stick with the cheapo reactive 4WD (a simple ABS mod actually) where it kicks in after the wheels slip. Great! AWD kicks in -AFTER- you're already sliding into the ditch! Shame on you Subaru for going this route to bump your fuel ratings. Oh well, join the club then. OMG, doesn't handle like a CX5? No kidding, it's biased for 4x4 capability, not car-like compromise. Unfortunately you can't evaluate 4WD capability in the ten minutes the auto journalists spend with the car in southern California. 3rd row seating is tight? How many SUV's in this class have 3rd row? Right, it's not a Suburban, why compare it to one? Low on power? Acceleration is the same as prior model Toyotas and Honda's, but nothing was said about them at the time. I'll take tried and true power train over "experimental" systems that boost power at the cost of reliability (widespread direct injection teething problems, Chrysler 9 speed transmissions, etc). It's criticized that Mitsubishi has the lowest output V6 available. How many of the small SUV's are available with a V6? Almost none. And the power to weight ratio is the same as a Grand Cherokee with the Pentastar, which is panned as "more than adequate" power. Notice the 100% "built in Japan"? That means all parts are high quality. Look at US built cars. 70% US parts, with 30% coming from Vietnam,China, etc.. Have to offset the cost of the good stuff with some crap. Oh, and the crap is the stuff the mfgr has no warranty or accountability for. Wear parts; Shocks, brakes, ball joints, tires, tied rods,etc.. Plan on replacing those at 30k miles. The Fosgate audio system gets criticized hard too. Give me a break. It's the best sounding system out there. It destroys the Logic 7 in my old BMW. The head unit isn't a technical wonder, but oh, the sound... My biggest problem is that they are comparing MSRP to MSRP. To compare apples to apples you should compare -actual- average purchase price. What they are selling for, not what they'd like to sell them for. Throw in the 60k/10 year bumper to bumper and it's an easy choice for a lot of people. Problem is they don't even drive one after they read the 5 minute test drive review from the guy who re-printed the previous year review, who just got out of a Land Rover and a Corvette. This vehicle needs a proper review, unbiased, with attention to detail, with no comparisons to vehicles that are dissimilar. Mitsubishi is not getting a fair shake here. Update 4/28/2018: Same opinion, no regrets. 43k miles without a problem. Yeah, it's a snowmobile in the winter. Lock the S-AWC into snow mode and forget about it. Still a smooth ride, bangin' stereo. The versatility of the fold down 3rd row seats has been more valuable than I thought. I won't buy another SUV without it. I have managed to deactivate the power hatch twice with the little button in the lower center console. I thought it was broken, but nope, my fault. I still like the looks a lot, it hasn't gotten old. It does seem like a much bigger vehicle than it is. Roomy and can pack lots of stuff in it, but it parks easy and can fit into tight spots. Lastly, when I bring it into service at White Bear Mitsubishi, I see the two crashed Outlanders proudly displayed out front. High speed accidents with semi trucks. Both drivers had minor injuries. The "Rise" safety frame technology in these Outlanders is no joke. Gives me as piece of mind about my purchase every time I drive in. I'll be back for the PHEV version at some point. Happy camper. .
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Best Bang for Your Buck
Christian, 10/11/2016
2016 Mitsubishi Outlander SEL 4dr SUV AWD (2.4L 4cyl CVT)
53 of 54 people found this review helpful
As many others have said, the so-called "experts" seem to miss the true appeal of the Outlander -- an AFFORDABLE, RELIABLE, SAFE, FUEL-EFFICIENT family SUV with a load of features that would easily cost you thousands more elsewhere. We were able to get our 2016 Outlander SEL for $25,000, and that was WITH 0% financing for 72 months. Shop around, and you won't find another SUV in its class that comes even close when you factor in the features Mitsubishi includes as standard with the SEL trim level. So, what do you get for the money? Well, for starters we are routinely getting 31+ mpg on the highway, and up to 36 mpg in some instances. On hilly back roads and in town, you will run pretty close to the 24/25 mpg advertised mileage, which is still fine for a vehicle of this size. In addition to the economy, you're getting a 5-star safety rating, a 5-year/60,000-mile bumper to bumper warranty and a 10-year/100,000-mile powertrain warranty. Again, Toyota, Mazda, Nissan and all the U.S. auto makers don't even come close on warranty. And if you compare similar vehicles from Hyundai and Kia with the features you are getting from Mitsubishi, the price isn't close. So, on top of the economy, safety and reliability, now you can add a nicely appointed leather interior, heated front seats, heated side mirrors, 6-inch color touch screen entertainment display with integrated Bluetooth for your phone, fog lights, keyless entry, power driver's seat, 18-inch allow wheels, LED brake lights and daytime running lights and more. And as other reviewers have mentioned, the all-wheel drive on the Outlander is a full-featured system that allows you to switch to various modes and even lock the wheels. We haven't had any poor weather yet to truly test the AWD system, but based on other drivers' reviews, I am confident it will serve us well this winter on the mountain roads around our Pennsylvania home. As for the third-row seats, yes, they ARE tiny. You certainly would not want to ride across the country in them. However, I imagine most families are like ours and the third-row seats are not for everyday use but rather for occasional use when the kids have a couple friends along or when grandma and grandpa visit and we want to go out to dinner without the need to drive two vehicles. In such instances, the rear seats are more than adequate and represent a real convenience that most other vehicles in this class don't even offer, or charge $1,000 for as an upgrade. Plus, when the third-row seats are folded down, the Outlander offers generous cargo capacity, and with the second row seats folded, there is plenty of room for hauling even large, bulky objects. As for the driving performance, it is true that the 4-cylinder engine is a bit underpowered. Acceleration is sluggish, but that's the tradeoff for the great fuel economy. Besides, my wife and I aren't race car drivers, and we find the overall performance more than adequate. The overall comfort of the leather seats (first and second rows) is very good, the standard sound system is quite good and road noise is quite good. We are only a couple months in, but so far so good with the Outlander. Honestly, I feel this vehicle represents, by far, the best family SUV value on the market, and after looking at MANY other options, I just could not get away from the fact that Mitsubishi offers consumers a lot more for their money than other manufacturers. Add in the great warranty and I am confident that this Outlander will serve our family's needs for many years.
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GREAT VALUE AT A REASONABLE PRICE!
TIto, 07/14/2016
2016 Mitsubishi Outlander ES 4dr SUV AWD (2.4L 4cyl CVT)
30 of 30 people found this review helpful
The reviews are way too harsh , do they think its supposed to drive like a Porsche?, that is just not gonna happen!! This car rides and accelerates adequately on the streets and highway for a regular driver, even with a load of people I was doing 80mph without noticing because of how smooth it drives. Very comfortable even for an obese person as I am .
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Better than Reviewed
Michael Blades, 04/19/2016
2016 Mitsubishi Outlander SEL 4dr SUV AWD (2.4L 4cyl CVT)
216 of 226 people found this review helpful
I read a bunch of reviews but wanted something specific: a car that could hold an extra smaller kid when I needed it and 30 mpg on the highway. Alternatives were a minivan...nope. A ton of cash...nope. Or a Journey or a Rogue. The Journey with leather seats and AWD came out with less mileage and more $. Plus they have not been reliable and have a short warranty. The Rogue back seat was ridiculous, plus no leather with that extra seat option. -So I went back and forth on the Outlander because it got middling to poor reviews, particularly with Consumer Reports. But I realized the poor reviews came in areas I do not care about because I drive like a grandma. Acceleration slow? So what. Some lean on corners? Who cares. I stick the thing in Eco mode X 2 (AWC Eco and the Standard Eco) and get 34 on the highway with an AWD vehicle on a nice day. -It's also comfortable and quiet and my 35 mile commute in the am is incredibly pleasant. -The warranty is king, and I took it to the life of my payments (84 months...at 0.9%..Yeah, seriously) for 1200 bucks. -The safety ratings are outstanding. -It looks good with a metallic coppery brown exterior and beige leather interior. -I'm happy.
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Take another look.
Jeff W., 02/02/2016
2016 Mitsubishi Outlander SEL 4dr SUV AWD (2.4L 4cyl CVT)
36 of 37 people found this review helpful
This is as honest as a car gets. There's no flashy advertising, no crazy hamsters driving it around, you get the picture. I bought this when we traded in our 2011 GMC Terrain. Our Terrain was loaded to the gills with options but it was becoming unreliable. We got the Outlander SEL with AWD and the safety package which comes with rain sensing wipers, automatic headlights, adaptive cruise and collision mitigation. I was surprised when we were shopping to learn that this was a top safety pick, so we gave it a shot. So far it has been great in this Buffalo winter and has had no issues in the slop that populates the roadway this time of year. No heavy snow yet but I'm confident this will be fine. The rear seat fits both our car seats with ease and I don't have to have my seat all the way forward for them to be comfortable (I'm 6'4"). The passenger seat could use some more room for us tall folk but that seems to be the norm for this segment. The warranty can't be beaten since it's bumper to bumper for 60k for 5 years and it includes free roadside during that time as well. The financing options are very good also. We have average credit and were able to get 3.5% for 65 months with the option to turn the car in at 48 months with 60k miles and just walk away. (We had some negative equity on the GMC) So if you're sitting there thinking you can't afford a new car, you really can and it will be worth it to have a warranty for 60k miles. Overall you can't beat what you get for the money with this car. If you're in the market for a crossover that gets decent gas mileage, take another look at Mitsubishi. You'll be surprised what you find.
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Great Improvements from the previous year model!
Priji Eapen, 09/14/2015
2016 Mitsubishi Outlander GT 4dr SUV AWD (3.0L 6cyl 6A)
47 of 49 people found this review helpful
I owned a 7 seater Outlander 2014 before. When I did a test drive of the 2016 model, I was quite surprised to see the improvements that Mistubishi made in the 2016 model. I've noticed a considerable reduction in outside noise and vibration. They’ve made significant improvements to the performance of the vehicle as well. 2014 Outlander lacked the responsiveness you’d expect when you press the gas pedal. Mitsubishi addressed this issue and new model is much more responsive compared to the previous year models. Ride comfort is also better. Although not significant, improvements to the interior and the steering wheel are also adding to the overall improved appearance of the interior. 2016 Outlander is fun to drive. Although the the third row seats are not ideal for adults, it serves its purpose when we have to occasionally transport 7 people in a single car. I’d say there is room for more improvements. However, this is definitely a step in the right direction for Mitsubishi. Hope they keep improving the Outlander to make it even better. I feel that the SE model offers a great value for the price you pay for the vehicle.
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The 2016 Highlander SEL is well worth a look
Jon, 09/01/2015
updated 09/14/2020
2016 Mitsubishi Outlander SEL 4dr SUV (2.4L 4cyl CVT)
56 of 59 people found this review helpful
I ended up trading in my Outlander since used car prices had risen and I knew I could get more for my car. In the 97,000 miles I had the car. It was a very good vehicle. Only routine maintenance and a set of tires was all the money I spent on it. It ran great and was a comfortable ride. The Rockford Fosgate sound system was top notch too. I never had any annoying squeaks or rattles which attests to the build quality. I did not buy another Mitsubishi, but I would if it fit my needs. This time around I no longer needed a 3rd row and I wanted something with a bit more pep. Had the eclipse offered something in the 250+ HP I would of considered it.
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Love this SUV
Shane10940, 08/05/2016
2016 Mitsubishi Outlander SEL 4dr SUV AWD (2.4L 4cyl CVT)
30 of 31 people found this review helpful
I have owned three Subaru's and one Honda SUV prior to owing this my Outlander. I must tell you that the critics must not know anything at all based on what they have to say about the Outlander. The Outlander is of high quality, drives and rides well, attractive and has tons of luxury like features. I will likely never buy another Subaru based on how much better the Mitsubishi Outlander is when compared to the Subaru Tribeca.
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A hidden gem
Sid L, 04/04/2016
updated 04/04/2017
2016 Mitsubishi Outlander SEL 4dr SUV (2.4L 4cyl CVT)
39 of 41 people found this review helpful
First off - I have never reviewed a car on edmunds before but I want buyers to do justice to this car before coming to any conclusions based on the edmunds expert review. This is not a luxury car but gives a near luxury feel based on features provided. Safety test results are at the top most tier - IIHS top pick + also A sub 30K car that gives you forward collision warning , lane departure warning amongst other features is a no brainier. Most Japanese and German cars have this only on highest end models that are easily 40-45k plus. Mitsubishi has a best in class warranty. A practical 7 seater with excellent mileage & sufficient acceleration. *** Updated April 2017***** Still Going strong with 20k miles. No issues so far. Mileage has improved. Good all weather traction.. have driven in all conditions - rain slow ice ... Mileage is phenomenal for a 7 seater SUV 25 - 27 MPG. With the aditional safety features like lane departure warning and auto braking / radar cruise control - the pricing is a steal
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great crossover worth repeating
Colin, 02/15/2016
2016 Mitsubishi Outlander SEL 4dr SUV AWD (2.4L 4cyl CVT)
16 of 16 people found this review helpful
Trade in a V6-GT and got a 2016 SEL. Ride is improved, the sport mode work great, and I did not miss the V6. We own CRV, and Forester, and tested RAV4 and Escape. The winner is the Outlander. It is more than just better value. It is a very good car. The car is made in Japan, and except brake and tire, there are no service needed for the 105K drive. 2016 Outlander ride is better than the forester. The acceleration is better than CRV. It is not muddy like the RAV4. Mazda is always louder than all the above. The 2016 SEL did not have HID headlight, but still plenty bright. The Bluetooth is not the best, but it work. It did not have big sun-roof like the Outlander sport or forester, but not deal breaker. The y are selling well, so we settle one in black. Overall, a happy repeat buyer after two weeks.
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Four months after buying and still loving it
Rob, 08/05/2016
2016 Mitsubishi Outlander SEL 4dr SUV (2.4L 4cyl CVT)
35 of 37 people found this review helpful
We shopped for a year before deciding on the 2016 outlander sel. When we started our search the "Mitsu", as my wife calls it, wasn't even on the list. One reason it didn't make the list was the horrible reviews from "experts". After looking for a while we narrowed it down to the Nissan Rogue and the 2016 Mazda CX-9. The main requirements we had was a three row SUV that got decent gas mileage. Well once pricing came out on the cx9 that pretty much ruled that vehicle out. We owned a 2008 cx9 and loved it and really liked the new design but the sticker price combined with the mediocre gas mileage with premium fuel was just too much. So we test drove the rogue and actually really liked the way it drove but the options on the mid level trim were slim for the price. The mid level is the only trim with 3 rows and leather isn't even an option. So we decided to try the outlander and drive it the same day. I didn't think it drove as well as the rogue but it had a few things going for it. 1. It was bigger, much bigger in the 3rd row 2. It got basically the same mpg even with the increased size. 3. It had a TON more options including leather, sub woofer, moonroof, led lights... 4. It was cheaper than the Nissan. We were sold. There are some complaints. The average mpg gauge resets after 8 or so hours so you don't actually get the average mpg per tank. The handling is ok but not great, 2008 cx9 was better. Thought it had led daytime running lights but it's just led parking lights in the front. Infotainment center is a little behind the times, still works fine but hard to navigate. Things we really like: third row is fine for kids even our 12 year old. Gas mileage we average around 28 but constantly get over 30 mpg on highway trips. The subwoofer is awesome, great stereo. The warranty was an added bonus especially when compared to the competition. The power is sufficient, I know many reviews talk about the lack of power but most parents don't actually need a 8 second 0-60 time, they prefer savings at the pump and I appreciate the fact Mitsubishi recognizes that. We leave ours in Eco mode and are more than happy with the acceleration. So the short version, if you need a 3 row suv that gets great gas mileage and has a long list of features, make sure to test drive an outlander.
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In a segment by itself
Najib Wong, 07/12/2016
updated 01/12/2018
2016 Mitsubishi Outlander GT 4dr SUV AWD (3.0L 6cyl 6A)
25 of 26 people found this review helpful
Updated review - Jan 2018 Outlander is still awesome. We had a snow storm and even with all season tires, the snow mode gave me a lot of confidence. Other than oil changes, the car had been solid. Mpg is lower than advertised. The only thing I wished it has is heated steering wheel. Original review What you should know is that the outlander is in a segment that has almost zero competition in North America. It is the 3 row compact class. It's just there outlander and the rogue. And the rogues dont come with a V6. Reviewers compare the outlander to 2 row CUVs or 3 row mid size SUVs. Regardless, no other car epitomizes value like the outlander. V6, power lift gate, sunroof, rain sensing wipers, wiper de-icers, 18" wheels, fosgate sound, s-awc, power folding side mirrors, leather etc. All at a lower price point. I can't speak about reliability as I just bought the car but the handling and comfort is definitely at least a B+. It's not a sports car. It's a family vehicle. My kids love the car. We find a excuse to drive as a family.
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WOW!
Mohammed Habib, 11/17/2016
2016 Mitsubishi Outlander SEL 4dr SUV AWD (2.4L 4cyl CVT)
14 of 14 people found this review helpful
I spent 6 months researching cars. We rent a tiny little parking space in NYC width wise, and we were restricted to a car that is less than 75" wide. The family also got a little larger, and we needed a car with at least 6 seats. SO logically I went and researched the top most 7 seat SUVs, which were the Toyota Highlander, Honda Pilot, Nissan Pathfinder and the Nissan Rogue. To be completely honest, a 5-10 minute test drive of each of those cars, they felt the same. After seeing the width of Highlander, pilot and pathfinder, I realized none of these will do. I went at the nissan dealer, got a final cost of a rogue which with tax came out to almost $31,500. The rogue came with cloth seats, navigation and some extra stuff. Then out of nowhere saw an advertisement for outlander. We went to go see it, and instantly fell in love with it. Now all those negative reviews on different websites, where did they come from? I am driving a FAMILY SUV, I DEFINITELY don't need it to go from 0-60 in 3 seconds, I am completely fine with it going in 8 seconds. I have the AWC, but keep it off most of the time because I want to save gas. I love the leather, especially since it has on every part of the trim. I opted in for the SEL AWC. One thing that is lacking is the screen. Nower days the cars come with touch screen vs buttons, but I will gladly press buttons and pay 6k less. All honesty this car feels and drives like its worth $35,000. I got 3k miles on it, and took a 900 mile road trip and everything worked wonderfully. ONE very little thing is the paint chip and scratches. You just gotta be careful how you drive the car that's all, and take any paint chip issues straight to the dealer and they will fix it right away.
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Don't believe the professional reviewers
Dokako, 10/21/2017
updated 04/27/2018
2016 Mitsubishi Outlander SEL 4dr SUV AWD (2.4L 4cyl CVT)
14 of 14 people found this review helpful
I have had my 2016 Outlander SEL for about 5 months now. We had a 2006 outlander with 185XXX miles on before we purchased the 2016 and had no problems with it. I have thought for years now that the Consumer Reports test drivers are out of touch with the average driver. We don't all need Top of the line everything in a family car. I also don't need the latest electronic infotainment system, it will be outdated by next year anyhow. I don,t drive my car on a race track and I do not drive like an idiot on the freeway. The car looks great, handles great, has one of the best warranties, is plenty quite for me, has great quality and great features. When I tell people that I paid $21000.00 for an AWD fully loaded Outlander with a 10 year warranty from White Bear Mitsubishi they don't believe me. People - do not take the Consumer Report review as gospel, try one yourself
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Pleasantly surprised , best value for money
Santosh, 03/05/2016
updated 09/08/2017
2016 Mitsubishi Outlander SEL 4dr SUV (2.4L 4cyl CVT)
19 of 20 people found this review helpful
Contrary to the "expert reviews" this is a great SUV. Drives very well and all the new upgrades are great. Probably the one of the best looking SUVs in the price range. I got this vehicle for winter and the super All Wheel Control works very good. Remote start, leather heated seats, Adaptive cruise control for this price is unbelievable. Compared it to other car brands in this segment and there is so much value for the price. If you are looking for a safe, reliable, functional and stylish SUV in a budget then Outlander SEL is a perfect choice Simply love this car Santosh
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Underated
Pancho, 03/15/2016
2016 Mitsubishi Outlander SEL 4dr SUV (2.4L 4cyl CVT)
11 of 11 people found this review helpful
I am very happy with my purchase. It feels like a luxury vehicle without the high price and it has a better waranty than a Lexus.
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Great value & features
Casey, 10/16/2016
updated 05/06/2020
2016 Mitsubishi Outlander GT 4dr SUV AWD (3.0L 6cyl 6A)
11 of 11 people found this review helpful
I'm in my 13th year in the car business and I don't work for a Mitsubishi dealer. This is the best SUV in the class. The engine and transmission are time tested and solid. Yes it's still timing belt driven but this engine is going to last!! The ride quality is smooth and quite. The upgraded Rockford Fosgate sound system is fantastic, spend some time playing with all the different sound options and find the one that sounds best with your music. Plus you get one of the best warrantys out there. Update: 2 years and 34,000 miles later and still no issues. Almost 4 years and 56,000 miles this vehicle is proving to be one of the best purchases I have ever made. I still have not had any issues at all. It still rides smooth and quiet, I did put new tires on it a couple months ago. I just purchased a 17’ center console fishing boat. It weighs about 2000 lbs and it pulls in very nice.
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more than I expected in every way !
charles, 03/09/2016
updated 09/09/2016
2016 Mitsubishi Outlander SE 4dr SUV (2.4L 4cyl CVT)
25 of 27 people found this review helpful
Looked at a lot of SUV,s Ford, GM, Toyota, Nissan, Mazda, Hyundai, Kia. I was replacing a Chevy Captiva that was almost out of warrenty. Never considered a Mitsubishi before but seen how long the warrenty was on them. After reading the critics reviews on the Mitsubishi Outlander I almost didnt consider it. I sure glad I took the time to go look at one in person and drive one. I was sold in a mile ! The Mazda was noisy and road ruff. Ford Escape was ok but didn't like rear seat room or the packages they offered for the price. Hyundai and Kia are only a good value if you buy the base ones. GM Trax was really nice but again was too small. Toyota Rav 4 was very unimpressive and pricing was very high for what you recieved and the warrenty was half as long as the Mitsubishi. Nissan, well what can I say, again high price, worst CVT transmission I drove, Lots of consumer complaints . If you go and drive the competition then drive the Mitsubishi and consider price and warrenty I think you will be driving one home like I did !! Update..Been over 6 months now and i feel the same as I did before. Great on gas, very quite, smooth ride. Family and friends that have drove it can't belive that this didnt cost over 30,000 dollars. The only thing I could say needs to be improved is the voice link system. although the sound system sound great, the link system is not, very slow, touch screen is slow, some phones blutooth will not work with it. I hope in the future they will offer a update with android auto.
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Traded in at 6 1/2 years and 66,000 miles
Wayne O., 03/21/2016
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2016 Mitsubishi Outlander SEL 4dr SUV (2.4L 4cyl CVT)
17 of 18 people found this review helpful
Traded in in new car. Got about 60% of what I paid for it. Never had any problems or additional maintenance. Wanted ventilated seats and a 3 row hybrid so went with Lexus. Update at 62K. Running great no issues. Would like to get new Outlander but pricing is out of reach right now. Update at 49K and 4 1/2 years. Battery died a couple months ago, replaced it myself, easy job. Other than that just oil changes and car runs and runs. Took road trip recently and got 35 mpg using eco mode. It takes some getting used to running eco mode as it is more sluggish but the reward is great gas mileage for a 7 passenger SUV. May look at replacing next year. Would like more safety features like blind spot monitoring and collision avoidance. We'll see what we buy but definitely would consider another Outlander. Update at 40K. Vehicle continues to work well, no further issues. Just get in it and go. I don't know if I would go for the black leather interior again with our Texas heat. If the car has been sitting in a parking lot for a few hours it is beastly hot inside... Did replace headlight again. Tried some higher intensity bulbs but the did not shine very far ahead. They don't last long but they are easy to replace. I have several spares now. Update at 35,000 miles, still a very good vehicle. Had another recall and got that fixed. Had to replace tires and found out if you have a tire place replace the tire pressure sensors, they cannot program them. Only Mitsubishi dealer can. A $245 error on my part. The tire place said there were 2 bad sensors and charged me $60 a piece to replace them, then could not program them so dealer charged me $125 to program them and told me they would have been covered under warranty. Ouch. Runs well, gets great gas mileage and everything still works. Had to change a flat tire and everything worked flawlessly. Will keep this car for a long time if it continues to perform as it has so far. Update at 26,000 miles. Needed a few manufacturer recalls done but other than that no major problems. Did have to change a headlight that burned out. It was fairly simple. I noted that the bulbs have expected life of 150 to 175 hrs. That is not very long. I suggest buying a 2 pack to have handy. The OEM oil drain plug started leaking and I replaced with aftermarket one and that fixed the problem. If you have never driven a CVT it will take you a while to get used to it. We had a turbo charged vehicle with a 6 speed tranny before and it would really take off after the turbo lag. It takes a while to accelerate with a 4 cyl and a cvt. Other than that the car is really great. The Rockford Fosgate premium stereo system really rocks. I do wish the power lift gate was foot activated. Have not taken it on a long trip to check mileage but computer is saying around 30 mpg. Our much smaller car before would be lucky to get 23. The 3rd row seats are really only good for kids but nice to have in this size vehicle. This vehicle has been very reliable and we have taken it on long trips. Very well built. So tight you have to slam the doors to get them to close. Quality is evident.
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Love My New SUV
Morgan Dickey, 02/25/2016
2016 Mitsubishi Outlander ES 4dr SUV (2.4L 4cyl CVT)
10 of 10 people found this review helpful
Traded in my Mitsubishi Mirage (2015) for the Outlander ES Feb 19. Fell in love with it immediately. The step up in brakes and steering alone was awesome. The Mirage brakes were horrible, the steering fair. Sure there are better brakes and steering out there, but for a big SUV it's pretty nice. Have driven a Ford Fusion (rental), it does feel similar, at least to me. The blue tooth is great in it. First Cruise control for me. Really like it. The seats are comfortable. Could maybe use an extra adjustment on the seat, but it does feel comfortable. The biggest complaint is the big headrests on the third row seats, do block the rear view a little, but they are removable, so not a huge deal.The radio stereo is the basic brand, but it's a huge step up from the Mirage's stereo. The Mirage you had to play your mp3 music at nearly full volume. The Outlander at twenty four the music is pretty loud. So far only really drove it back and forth from work, but so far I'm loving every moment. This is no where near the top vehicle on the road, but it is a value SUV. The Mirage wasn't a bad vehicle either. The biggest downside probably would be the gas mileage. From the Mirage I got around 37 MPG regularly, never less than that from fill up to fill up. Looking now at a possible 26 MPG area. I would recommend this SUV to people looking for a nice vehicle for family driving or light hauling. The towing capacity is pretty light on this vehicle. It's listed at only fifteen hundred pounds. The Continuously Variable Transmission is fine on the ES model. You can punch it and go with little effort.
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Great car, practical!
JT, 12/15/2015
2016 Mitsubishi Outlander SEL 4dr SUV AWD (2.4L 4cyl CVT)
29 of 32 people found this review helpful
This is my first Mitsubishi. We had a Mazda5 2013 for almost 3 years but decided to sell it after bad crash rating released recently and major warranty work on the engine tappets (not a good sign). So we were looking for an SUV with third-row that's not a full size or V6, and it boils down to Mitsubishi Outlander or Nissan Rogue (with 3rd row option and run-flat tires since the third row takes over the spare tire space). We test-drove our friend's 2015 GT and was quite surprised with the car and I was glad to find many improvements was done to 2016 version. The Rogue is out of question since we would rather have spare tire than using run-flat tires. We ended up getting the cosmic blue 2WD SEL with roof rack, and exterior package. The car is primarily driven by my wife and she couldn't be happier with it and I also really enjoyed the car. I drove it to the mountain and the Bay many times, the performance is good. I'm not sure why the the reviewers from certain auto mag and review sites gave it such low mark (biased-much?). The engine power is decent, don't believe when reviewers slammed about how slow the car is getting into freeway ramps. I lived in CA and drove to the SF and the bay many times and it gets to the ramp fine even in fast paced traffic. Maybe those pro reviewers are so spoiled with testing high end cars and have snobby attitudes against more affordable car for the masses. I also used to own 2007 Acura MDX with technology package and I enjoy driving the Outlander more than the MDX to be honest. I can't say anything about the warranty yet but the 10-year 100k miles warranty should give you peace of mind. All in all, this car deserves a look, it's a great people mover, fun enough for weekend driving and it's priced great for it's class. PS: look for real world reviews in youtube and websites. This car is actually selling well in Europe and not sure why it's hardly heard in US (I would blame Mitsubishi North America marketing department for this). The plugin Hybrid version is selling like hotcakes in Europe and will come to US sometimes next year.
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Great vehicle! Best value and features!
Gary Bell, 02/19/2016
updated 08/23/2017
2016 Mitsubishi Outlander GT 4dr SUV AWD (3.0L 6cyl 6A)
15 of 16 people found this review helpful
This car deserves at least a high B in ratings! I bought mine back in July when they were first delivered to the public. Mercury Grey. It is packed with features that other suvs can't touch at this price......$32,545....I own a video production business and it is roomy enough for my equipment and crew. The wife loves it for the style and handling The paddle shifters are fun and it has plenty of pick up. The Leather and other equipment makes this a real joy to own...Drive one and you will buy one....
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Exceptional vehicle despite poor reviews.
C Sigrist, 12/22/2016
2016 Mitsubishi Outlander SEL 4dr SUV (2.4L 4cyl CVT)
9 of 9 people found this review helpful
After researching which car to buy for months, I finally decided on the Outlander SEL 2WD. Most of the automotive magazines hate this car and I'm not sure why. I love my Outlander! I have a fairly significant commute; about 60 miles a day so fuel economy was an important factor. The Outlander gets the best mileage of any other non-electric SUV out there. I put it in eco-mode and I'm getting an average of over 30 mpg. The acceleration is not zippy but it is fine. I also opted for the safety package which gives adaptive cruise control and collision avoidance. I really like having both of those features. I would never have thought to buy a Mitsubishi but happened to be looking at a used car at a dealership and the salesman convinced me to test drive the Outlander. This vehicle is an exceptional value. The purchase price is considerably less than any other similarly sized SUV out there. It comes with a great warranty and roadside assistance. Do yourself a favor and go test drive one.
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2016 OUTLANDER SEL AWD
JD Anderson, 10/19/2015
updated 10/24/2017
2016 Mitsubishi Outlander SEL 4dr SUV AWD (2.4L 4cyl CVT)
29 of 33 people found this review helpful
This vehicle has rugged good looks and sensible features. Where else can you find a third row AWD wagon under 30,000? Initially my wife and I were drawn to the Subaru Forester, but after thorough review and test driving, determined that the quality of the Forester felt too small inside for our growing family and the materials not as durable as we would expect for the price. So, I continued researching all of the recommended models comparable to the Forester. Subsequently I test drove the Outlander SE AWD and the SEL AWD. A local dealer was offering a manangers special on a 2015 SE AWD at an ubeatable price. I test drove and fell in love with the outstanding practicallity of the design and relatively understated body design- more about rugged simplicity than urban bling. I took the test drive alone, with my wife trusting me to come home with a "managers special". My wife would have been perfectly satisfied with the SE, but I couldn't help taking notice of the 2016 SEL AWD on the lot. I took a test drive, and I was definitely impressed. Still functional and spacious, and the 2.4 L engine adding the power some may expect from this bigger SUV AWD wagon. I took it upon myself to go over our budget and surprise her with the 2016 Outlander SEL. I was a bit anxious, as my wife is more practical than myself and really would have lived with the winier 2.0 liter 2015 SE without complaint. For the price difference- I thought the upgrade to the SEL would be a good long term choice for the family. My wife is driving the vehicle daily and sends me messages throughout the day expressing her enjoyment the car. In my opinion, Mitsubishi is offering great AWD wagon packages for the value-minded that appreciate classic rugged good looks and AWD driving functionality. The expert reviews do not cover many of the positive attributes that make this SUV such an exceptional value, such as the alternative AWD modes- totally absent in most of the other SUV wagons. The Outlander is a unique SUV and deserves far more credit than the experts give it.
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i'm in love with this car1
clint, 08/27/2015
2016 Mitsubishi Outlander SE 4dr SUV (2.4L 4cyl CVT)
18 of 20 people found this review helpful
This is my second car from Mitsubishi. My first was the 2014 Mirage. This is an upgrade leap frog years from what i had. the vehicle picks up speed from a standstill like a jag, leaving other vehicles in it's dust. The ride is smooth, handles well, downshifts like a race car, sound system is boss, beautiful 18 alloy rims, no need to get after market's there. The look of the car is sexy, the grill reminds me of something from the Transformers. Get this car! you can't go wrong!
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Happy To Switch!
Marly Simsuangco, 08/21/2016
updated 03/13/2017
2016 Mitsubishi Outlander SEL 4dr SUV AWD (2.4L 4cyl CVT)
17 of 19 people found this review helpful
I was looking for a car to replace my 2009 MB E350. This is basically a company car that I use for work. I love it but the maintenance cost is brutal. The higher ups got tired of the expenses and ordered me to get a new car. I actually picked a Mazda CX-5 and was ready to get the papers when I walked by the Outlander...... It sounds weird but it felt good to be next to it and I just had to test drive it! Needless to say, I completely forgot the Mazda and bought the Mitsubishi Outlander SEL! I brought my "Navy Mitsu" home the next day and love it! ------------------- Well, after driving the car now for over a month and adding over a couple thousand miles.....the gas is great, savings galore since it uses regular instead of 93. Pick up is a little slow but it is a 4 cylinder. The 2nd row seats are ok, mind you, my son is 6'5" and it is a little hard for him. The 3rd row is a little useless so I just keep it down. Overall, I do miss the luxury of my MB but this is worth the money because it gets you where you want to go and the gas economy is great, and the drive is smoother than you would think.
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Great Car for the Money
Tiger, 08/11/2016
updated 02/14/2023
2016 Mitsubishi Outlander SE 4dr SUV AWD (2.4L 4cyl CVT)
7 of 7 people found this review helpful
2023 update, car is still running like new. No problem at all. Just oil changes. Put in new set of tire and battery a few months ago. Original brake pads are still good.
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Quiet, efficient, beastly in the snow.
Adam, 12/03/2016
2016 Mitsubishi Outlander SE 4dr SUV AWD (2.4L 4cyl CVT)
7 of 7 people found this review helpful
It is too bad this SUV is often overlooked. You'd think Mitsubishi spit in the face at all the reviewers at one time or another for them to raise such an eyebrow on this vehicle. Edmunds rates it a C. This vehicle is B+ at the least. Edmunds claims the interior quality is cheap, but it is really no worse (better in my opinion) than many competitors that I drove. Get into a Honda CRV and see how much racket you can make with your fingernails on the abundance of plastic haunting the dash, and then get in here and you tell me what you see and feel. The AWD system is fantastic, one winter down with it and it absolutely crushes anything (within reason, of course) you throw at it. Gas mileage is average, but pleasant for the size. Acceleration is good, with the 4 cylinder I noticed if you do have a few people in the car it will feel a bit groggy. However, for everyday driving it should be more than adequate to the average person. Safety was a huge plus for me here too. Overall, I have 12,000 miles on it, have been driving it for over a year and no trouble yet. Props to Mitsubishi! With the pricepoint and warranty toppling anything else that's out there, you owe it to yourself to drive one.
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Great for dad and kids in the city
John, 01/05/2016
2016 Mitsubishi Outlander SEL 4dr SUV AWD (2.4L 4cyl CVT)
22 of 26 people found this review helpful
I needed a car with a third row for occasional use by young children (depending on how many kids I'm commuting with). The car needed to be not huge -- something I can comfortably drive in traffic and park in tight spots. I was happy with my venerable stick-shift Ford Focus, but it's now too small. (At first I really wanted to get the 2014 Mazda5 6-speed manual, but crash test scores made me reconsider.) After deciding that the Acura MDX was too expensive and the Dodge Journey a bit too bulky, I considered the Outlander along with the Nissan Rogue and the Kia Sorento. Here's why I picked Outlander: - Adding the 3rd row in the Rogue (family package) or 4-cyl Sorento (convenience package) adds roughly $1K to MSRP and rules out leather. Maybe it's standard on the V6 Sorento. The cloth on the Sorento is very sturdy, the Rogue and the Outlander pretty basic. All the third rows are small (and fold away), but the Rogue's was extra small with very little vertical leg room (so knees go up). The Outlander's third row is maybe slightly smaller than the Sorento's (but standard). - The warranty is better than Nissan (5 yrs > 3) and on par with Kia (slight edge to Mitsubishi on roadside assistance) - During the test drive, the Outlander delivered comparable acceleration with less CVT screaming than the Rogue. Power and handling seemed comparable to the base Sorento, but with somewhat less snap around center steering. The Sorento also offers a turbo 4-cyl but without third row seat (sigh). - It's just a good looking car. I really liked the "cosmic blue" and the "quartz brown." The Sorento has a nice "dark cherry" though. - Better standard sound system with HD radio. - If you like 4WD, it has selectable active 4WD vs the passive AWD I believe you get on the Rogue and Outlander. I'm just leaving it on "eco" until it snows or something. Here's how Mitsubishi could make me like the Outlander even more: - One-push turn signal for lane changes (see the Sorento) - Make auto on/off headlights standard (currently only with safety package or GT trim, I believe) - There's a lot of empty space under the hood. Maybe this space is used by the GT model, or by right-hand steering on Japanese versions? Maybe it could be shifted for greater front leg room. - Provide a non-CVT option (below GT trim) - It was hard to find an SEL trim with FWD. I wound up getting a 4WD I didn't really need just due to pricing and inventory. - At least with Kia and Nissan you get final assembly in USA. Mitsubishi just closed its only USA factory. It's definitely bigger than what I drove before, but the kids and I enjoy it. We were saving up for it, so I paid cash (there's a cash back incentive or zero APR, but not both -- also a nice military rebate) and still had a little left over for their college savings!
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Amazing!!!!!! Oh my goodness!
Dy, 05/25/2016
2016 Mitsubishi Outlander GT 4dr SUV AWD (3.0L 6cyl 6A)
14 of 16 people found this review helpful
I recently bought the MITSU Outlander and it proved to be a great car. The GT was outstanding and it has some technology that the Toyota Highlander and Honda CRV does not have!! Plus it comes standard with the Rockford Fosgate sound system which sounds great!
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Almost but not quite
Deborah Garcia, 04/05/2016
updated 10/17/2022
2016 Mitsubishi Outlander SE 4dr SUV (2.4L 4cyl CVT)
29 of 35 people found this review helpful
The third seat is difficult for children of any age to get into. The seat belts are impossible for 5 year olds to get on by themselves and impossible to reach from outside the car! There are no charging ports Back there and the cup holder is only on one side. The 7th seat belt is a joke. The paint is a very low quality, it has already chipped all over the hood, my car is 6 months old now but i noticed it 2 week's after purchasing. I emailed the salesman, he did not respond, went in to talk to them but they pawned me off on a manager that acted like it was normal, it's not. So disappointed! Still underwhelmed with this vehicle, there are no air vents in the back this should NOT be a buyable option but a requirement!!! Plastic pieces broken or missing, keep in mind this vehicle is primarily used by 2 adults and our grandchildren every other weekend so, not even normal wear and tear of a family that would use it daily. On a positive note it still runs very well. In addition to the above, now 1 years since purchase the paint on the car looks like I have owned it for 5 or more years and I don't know the point of adding these comments because NOBODY cares if they did someone would have contacted me by now to see how to resolve my issues with the paint. Why should I have to figure out where to get the money to repaint my car when it is barely 1 year old??? Why wouldn't the dealer (Firkins in Bradenton, FL) care about my comments regarding their lack of interest in looking into the paint issue??? I buy a new car every 3 or 4 years but I won't buy this one again and I definitely won't get it from Firkins!!! Almost 3 year update: every little plastic piece has fallen off and no matter how many times you put them back on they won't stay. The car has gotten much louder. IN FL it is already near impossible to cool a vehicle down and there is NOT 1 vent past the front seats. The paint continues to flake off the hood! 4 full years update: Mechanically the vehicle is still running very well. The paint, mainly the hood, looks terrible. I have looked at other cars of the same model and none of them looks like mine and I have never owned any other car that the paint chipped off of like this one. My grandkids are now 3, 5, 8 and 11 and the 8 and 11 year old's do not fit in the backseat which is a problem because the car seat the 3 year old is in can't go back there and 3 children DO NOT fit on the middle seat with the car seat. The interior has no plastic pieces they kept falling off and so I stopped putting them back on and some are now lost. The dealer has only since contacted me to see if I'm ready to buy another car, NOT from Firkin's in Bradenton... NEVER AGAIN!!!!
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Great value & Unique. Terrible factory Paint!
A Mitsu Fan Wannabe, 08/19/2017
2016 Mitsubishi Outlander SE 4dr SUV AWD (2.4L 4cyl CVT)
6 of 6 people found this review helpful
Listen up. I want to love my 2016 AWD Outlander. My son and I bought one at the same time. Unique in an Outback world. Great rear cargo space (BTW, get the roof racks.... makes the car!). HWY mileage at 30+ is great. Driver controlled ECO and AWD options a good thing. Rubber band tranny takes getting used to but all good otherwise... EXCEPT the paint application on the hood and pillars ON BOTH OF OUR CARS is flawed. Google it. You will start seeing more complaints. I have owned Porsches, Lexus, Jags, Saabs, Volvos and everything American. I have driven some to 100K and have not changed my driving habits (I know to stay back from trucks, am not four-wheeling my Mitsu, etc.). Both my son's brown 2016 Outlander and my pearl white continue to chip away upfront. I have more marks on my car than I have ever had when trading in 5+ year old vehicles with 5 times the mileage. The regional Mitsu guy suggested no coverage and would not acknowledge any flaws to the paint (despite the fact I have had several new car dealers and exceptional auto body shops all acknowledge that this is faulty application and is "soft, not cured properly" paint. So. If you think of buying an Outlander, ask the dealer to put a note on your P&S agreement that this will be covered if an issue for you and DO NOT BUY without installing a bra / wind screen. Paint-sticking $56000 worth of two new mitsus that are maintained preciously should not even be a thing. Can you say "class action?".
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Do you yourself a favor and check it out
Value Shopper, 04/03/2017
updated 10/25/2017
2016 Mitsubishi Outlander SEL 4dr SUV AWD (2.4L 4cyl CVT)
6 of 6 people found this review helpful
This is my 4th Mitsubishi (2 Outlander, 1 Outlander Sport, and 1 Galant). I like them since they have Japanese quality but with a Korean price tag. This spells value to me. This is important since cars just loose money so the name of the game is to loose the least amount. Value in a large purchase is the most important item to me. It is not status, top rated, looks, cool factor.... Bottom line my personal view of a car's job is to get you to point A to B with no issues, safely, and with comfort. To add the status or the cost of the car should not limit the use of your vehicle since its only job is transportation. The Outlander does this very well. I have also found that it is hard to buy a popular car with built in value since the market places a high price point on it so your financial value is eroded due to supply and demand. I think the best way to buy any car with built in value is to buy it used. I like to buy a car with low miles and sell it at around 90k/100k. I have done this with three Mitsu's (in fact with all of my cars) and in my experience the cars just run and all you have to do is keep the fluids clean and tires rotated/updated. One of the main reason why Mitsubishi does not receive high marks from the professionals is they typically make one car for all markets globally. In fact they sell more cars outside the US. The markets they do well in are rugged 2nd world and 3rd world locations where the car needs to work and it will be exposed to extreme conditions. They also do well in certain 1st world countries where the economics of owning a car are different than in the US. Example the PHEV is the best selling EV in England due to the tax incentives and price point of the vehicle. This leads to a car that has a gap in features (tech and comfort) compared to cars made specifically for the US market. If you think reliability and value are more important than tech and comfort Mitsubishi is a good car for you. When I was looking for my latest car I did not blindly pick the Outlander. I drove all the its competitors CX5, CRV, Rav4, and Impreza/Crosstrek. I also travel a lot and drove many others including the Cherokee, Rouge, Santa Fe, Tucson, Renegade, 500X, QX30, Frontier, Explorer, Audi Q5, and Enclave. Many of them I ruled out for personal fit (size, ride). The ones I liked I did research by checking consumer reviews and used a detailed financial model to buy the best car for the money. Please do this research since there a lot of rotten eggs out there. Just look at the reviews of the Cherokee. Its a great driving car but a horrible transmission. That is a deal killer on any car. All the research came to one answer the 2016 Mitsu Outlander. The added benefit is the 2016 is refined. It has a great ride, quiet, roomy, great viability, comfortable, and the biggest surprise is getting better gas mileage than my Outlander Sport that had a smaller engine and is lighter. The 2016 Outlander is a very good car so it is worth a look. Don't let the moderate professional reviews and lack of them on the road deter you. I also think the that Nissan recent investment in Mitsu will ramp up the promotion on the vehicle. Nissan needed the Mitsu's leading technology with 4WD, Plug in Hybrid, and electric. In my opinion their 4WD/AWD system is one of the best on the market giving you options on what to do when you are in the crud. Mitsu are popular in harsher locations in the world. This mean they are made to take on more than the average 4WD/AWD, take a beating, and still run. Bottom line go check on out you will be pleasantly surprised. Update: Very happy with the Outlander and honestly the best vehicle I have owned. I even say that with getting into an "act of god" accident where a tree limb fell and hit my car. It caused $3,800 in damage resulting in a new radiator, AC condenser, and bumper. I owned the car for 3 weeks. The car is running great even after the repair. 6 Months of driving I am averaging 29.6 MPG compared to my Sport that got 28.6. I allays have it in ECO and most of my driving suburban/rural areas so traffic is low but there are intersections. I have also debunked the "its too slow issue". You have many ways to make it faster. Turn off ECO or shift it to DS. Either one will give you more then enough speed for any situation. In fact even in ECO I can get the acceleration I need. I have seen more Outlander on the road so I think the value is being recognized. We will likely see a few more when the PHEV hits the dealers in December. The PHEV looks like a well appointed and significantly less than any other PHEV on the market. The big question you have to answer to step up to the PHEV is does the higher price pay for it in lower fuel cost. This is simple math when all the final numbers come out.
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HIDDEN GEM OUT THERE
AL, 03/03/2016
2016 Mitsubishi Outlander SEL 4dr SUV (2.4L 4cyl CVT)
13 of 15 people found this review helpful
I currently own a 2014 Rogue and 2013 BMW X3 Msport. Comparing the ride quality, this suv beats both vehicle. Even if its a CVT, comparing it to my Rogue, when accelaration is needed, it does not hesitate and I dont hear the engine rev so much as compared to the Rogue. The CRV and RAV4 are overated. There is nowhere that they are up to par with this vehicle. I believe the only reason why consumers out there dont even consider Mitsubishi when shopping a car is because of their bad reputation for the past 10 years but I will honestly admit that they have come a long way to improve it. I am so thankfull that I went to a Mitsubishi dealer "just to see" what they got and boy!!! I was in for the ride that instant. If you are shopping for a vehicle that fits budget and have the basic perks especially....""ride comfort and style...Then I highly recommend to check this vehicle "no kidding" they say that the exterior style is ugly? I dont think so! Iit better looking than a CRV or RAV4 and it looks bigger too! If you look it sideways, its similar to a BMW X5 although..They could have done better in the vehicles front fascia. Overall..Im a very pleased to own a 2016 SEL.
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What a sleeper !!!
Paul Wedin, 09/18/2016
updated 03/22/2021
2016 Mitsubishi Outlander ES 4dr SUV (2.4L 4cyl CVT)
9 of 10 people found this review helpful
Awesome, great small 2 w.d. SUV. Worst mileage is 31.4 MPG, best mileage is 37 MPG. Use for work & everything else. Live way out in the country. What a sleeper. Could'nt ask for a better vehicle.
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Tough enough for Australia
Mark Hunter, 11/01/2016
updated 05/16/2017
2016 Mitsubishi Outlander SE 4dr SUV AWD (2.4L 4cyl CVT)
9 of 10 people found this review helpful
Everyone gushes about how much they love their new car, of course. We were in Australia for three months, and drove two of these for just over 10,000 KM (about 6,300 miles). This is a useful seven passenger three row size, partway between the smallest and biggest SUVs. The Outlander’s third row seat is not the biggest, but it does offer about a foot and a half more room between the second row and the hatch. That means a lot to us on an extended road trip with lots of luggage and gear. We drove the ES/SE (rental hybrid of trim levels) with the 2.4 CVT in Australia, and bought the SE S-AWC a month ago here in DFW. I had the same experience as other private reviewers. I don’t understand what the pros are talking about when they say this doesn’t have enough power. I never had to floor it to merge into traffic. It has plenty of power for passing, easily goes from 55 to 70 uphill in the mountains with a full load of gear, and tachs at 2,300 when cruising at 70. It has a very smooth stable ride, a good driving position with comfortable seats, feels confident when cornering, and brakes well. The interior is remarkably quiet. The salesman said it has acoustic glass. Who knows? One feature not available on any other small SUV (that I am aware of) is the ability to disengage the AWD system altogether, using just the FWD and saving a penny on gas. We test drove most of the manufacturers, and could feel the difference between the AWD and the FWD. The Outlander’s AWD was not noticeable whether engaged or not. We spent a lot of time and miles in the Outlander ES/SE in Australia, and found it (and Australia) altogether agreeable. We test drove the GT (V6) and the Sport (shorter wheelbase). The GT and the Sport have firmer rides for different reasons. The seven passenger ES S-AWC 2.4 CVT is the way for us to go. It’s an all day driver, and carries our full load of gear without breaking a sweat. Update May 2017. Still like the ride and drive. Worst gas mileage was 21 mpg going west on I-40 at 70 mph up from Amarillo at 1000 ft elevation to Tucumcari New Mexico at 6000 ft elevation into a gale force headwind that blew through the door seals. The cvt was bouncing the rpm’s to almost 4000. We were passing all the big trucks (for a change). The best gas mileage was 33 mpg coming from El Paso east on I-20 through the oil patch to Midland/Odessa. Speed limit was 80. Must have been a tailwind.
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Great Car Horrible Paint
Eric Vanhinkle, 06/08/2016
2016 Mitsubishi Outlander SE 4dr SUV AWD (2.4L 4cyl CVT)
25 of 31 people found this review helpful
I purchased this car with 4 miles on it. I noticed after my first oil change that there were specs on the car's hood. Very small at first then increasing to the size of a pea. At my next oil change I mentioned it to service who took pics and sent to corporate as the dealer cannot make warranty decisions on leather and paint. I had the regional director of service come out and inspect my vehicle who took more pics and turned into corporate. I was told these were stones and not covered under warranty. While I am not a care engineer, repair or sales person, I would think that if I was hit by something hit my car hard enough to chip my paint to the gray primer there would probably be a dent, which there is not. As the chips are increasing in numbers and size, I am anticipating my entire hood will be gray and not the beautiful cosmic blue before the loan is even paid off. So buyer beware and google mitsubitshi paint and I will assure you that one of the suggested phrases is mitsubitshi paint "chips" or "problems".
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Great SUV for your Family
Dean Gullberry, 08/19/2016
2016 Mitsubishi Outlander SEL 4dr SUV (2.4L 4cyl CVT)
15 of 18 people found this review helpful
This SUV got Terrible reviews from all of the critics but please don't let that fool you. Sure its not as fast an Audi or the Dodge Durango off the line but in all its a really great Family SUV. Lots of extra features and space that you don't find in any of the other rivals.
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I am a noob MItsubishi owner.
Rusty Shackleford, 12/13/2016
2016 Mitsubishi Outlander ES 4dr SUV AWD (2.4L 4cyl CVT)
5 of 5 people found this review helpful
So I just bought the 2016 Outlander ES 4WD, a few days ago. At the dealership, I test drove many vehicles including; the Jeep Compass, & the Hyundai Santa Fe. Both Vehicles had more features than my Outlander but once I drove that thing, I loved it. To me, it had the best ride feel, great price, and it feels like a larger SUV than what it really is. Mine is all black with black accented rims, so it looks sharp. I'm disappointed in all the expert reviews saying this car is average because it does not come with all the latest in cabin features, but I don't need lane assistance, parking assistance, or even the heated seats. This is a fantastic SUV, extremely underrated, and great price. The one thing I do agree on with the expert reviews is the third row seating. That thing might as well not exist, because only my 4 year old can fit back there.
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Listen to the owners, not the "experts"
Former Isuzu Guy, 02/06/2017
2016 Mitsubishi Outlander GT 4dr SUV AWD (3.0L 6cyl 6A)
5 of 5 people found this review helpful
I recently posted the following review on another site: This review subject to revision as time passes, of course, especially since I only took possession in October of 2016 and only have a little over 2,100 miles on the odometer. I looked at a LOT of similar vehicles before making the purchase, read a ton of reviews and took a couple of test drives as well before I plunked down the dough for the GT version (no extra add-ons, but I'll get into that later). This Mitsu provides very good ground clearance and real 4wd for those occasions when my business travel takes me off the pavement. So far, I've only needed the 4wd once and it extricated me from a severe mud-hole where awd would have had difficulty. Visibility from the driver's seat is very good in all directions. At first, I thought the seats somewhat uncomfortable, but now I don't. Dash controls are configured effectively but I'm still finding new "stuff". The radio sounds good, really good, but I'm not sure I am benefiting from nine speakers. I do worry about the big woofer in the back hatch area getting damaged, and I may try to figure some sort of grill guard to employ. I do appreciate that I have the option of both key and keyless operation, for both starting the vehicle and opening the doors. There's a lot of room inside this vehicle, especially when the rear seats are down (easily done). Several rear-seat passengers have said they are quite comfortable and like the options of both reclining and seat travel (although the seats don't really move that much). This is not a heavy vehicle so all the road cracks and bumps aren't soaked up by the suspension and soundproofing, but all-in-all a pleasant drive. As for the driving experience, let me just say it's enjoyable. The little V6 hums along nicely and quietly and propels the vehicle as fast as I need it to. The handling is crisp and the vehicle holds the road well. I'm not the type that worries about 0-60 acceleration stuff, but this Outlander has no problem merging into traffic on expressways and interstates. I feel safe. Mileage so far has averaged 29 mpg during some long hauls, but only 25 mpg during mixed local use. The owner's manual recommends premium fuel, but all I've put in the tank has been regular. One matter I am having trouble adjusting to are the LED lights; I just don't like the curtain effect that is projected into the darkness. The Outlander provides the driver with the ability to easily adjust the beam angle, and that has helped a little. Of course, the whole world is lit up when the high beams are on. As already mentioned, this vehicle comes well-equipped, and in some ways with more features than I really needed or wanted. Nonetheless, I did add an oem bug/stone deflector (that does actually work), and also, a set of oem mud guards (that don't do a very effective job at minimizing wheel spray onto the body). I will also be adding some 3M protective film on the tailgate ledge as well as on the door sills and door edges to help minimize scrapes and chips. Mitsubishi should have included these four items as standard. Many of the vehicles I examined fell short when comparing my needs and wants. Several had deceptive ground clearance specs; some vehicles had protruding air dams, front bumpers or exhaust components just waiting to get snagged and torn-off. Other vehicles claimed good ground clearance, but didn't truthfully say whether it was "maximum" or "minimum". In my opinion, the Outlander stacked-up well to other similar vehicles, and in many areas, better, especially when considering the out-the-door price and warranty coverage. True, many of the reviews, especially those by the so-called "experts" minimized or trashed this vehicle. However, most actual buyers/owners/users provided favorable reviews, and, I intend to agree with them. This Outlander replaced an amazing Isuzu Trooper that gave me 260,000 miles of reliable service. If Isuzu was still selling a Trooper-type vehicle in the USA, I would probably be driving a new one. I'm hoping the Outlander proves a reliable successor. As of now, I’m enjoying this new vehicle and becoming more comfortable with it as the miles roll along. I believe, like the Trooper, it will provide me with good value. Maybe another update down the road??
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Ignore the "Experts" - Give the Outlander a Chance
Nathan Davidson, 03/22/2017
2016 Mitsubishi Outlander SEL 4dr SUV AWD (2.4L 4cyl CVT)
5 of 5 people found this review helpful
FIRST, and most importantly, ignore the so-called experts who have continually panned the Outlander (and Mitsubishi in general). I'm not sure what the problem is, but their treatment of the brand comes off as wholly unwarranted if you look at the value and quality of their vehicles. Sure, their lineup isn't as elaborate as it once was, and sales have suffered, but that doesn't mean the vehicles they DO SELL are that bad. I owned the original 2003 Outlander for 5 years and 90k miles and loved it. I've probably owned 8 vehicles since then, and I still kick myself for ever selling it. Best "New" car purchase I ever made. I recently purchased a 2016 Outlander ES AWD. I've driven it almost 2 months now and can say that it is one of the best values out there for a Compact-to-Mid size SUV. The features available in the base models are functional and competitive with rivals. The higher-end models can get pricey, but they're still below par compared to the competition. The ride is good. It feels like you're driving a larger sedan. That's one of things that cracks me up about some of the expert reviews (both here, C&D, and other places). IT'S A 4 CYLINDER FAMILY SUV. It isn't going to corner, accelerate, brake, or sound like a Corvette. The CVT takes some getting used, but after a couple of days you don't even notice it. The acceleration from the VERY fuel-efficient 4cyl is more than adequate for us mere mortal drivers who are never going to take a 7-passenger SUV to the skid pad to get G results. I drive in stop-and-go traffic, every single day on the way to work and back. It is literally stop-and-go the entire way (I live 7 miles from my office, and commute is regularly over an hour). I've averaged around 24 MPG up to this point. I'm not sure what else to say - if you came here to see whether or not you should look at an Outlander, just go drive one. It's either for you or it isn't. Just don't let what appears to be a biased car media steer you away from what could be a great vehicle for you. In the meantime, I'm just going to sit here and ask the "EXPERTS" to show me another 25-30MPG SUV with AWD, 7-passenger capabilities, and Japanese build quality and reliability (and a great warranty) in this price range. Go ahead. I'm waiting.
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3 months, Paint Chipping , Roof Creasing
Elaine Weather, 10/07/2016
2016 Mitsubishi Outlander SEL 4dr SUV (2.4L 4cyl CVT)
10 of 12 people found this review helpful
2016 Outlander less than 3 months old, front exterior has started peeling and chipping. Warranty says its from pebbles and not covered. This car rides the same roads my other two cars ride and none of them are chipping or pealing. There is a crooked crease across the inside roof where the sun roof is. The warranty company states that is a user issue to. This crease was noticed one month after purchase.
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16 outlander GT
sccjr51, 07/17/2019
2016 Mitsubishi Outlander GT 4dr SUV AWD (3.0L 6cyl 6A)
4 of 4 people found this review helpful
seriously, nice value for the dollar. I needed a comfortable, good sized people mover and because i commute a TON, i needed something decent on gas and affordable (not expecting any car to last too long w/ my mileage). purchased a used GT and love it. granted it's neither; the fastest, best handling, largest, best MPG, but it's certainly a nice in the middle of everything on the market. Car looks decent, I purchased the GT as i wanted to tow a small trailer and expect to fill the car w/ people so it's nice to have the additional capacity to carry. I get in eco mode and in std AWC 4w drive about 25-27mpg on the highway. One thing to note, the vehicle i purchased was built in Japan, not expecting any large defects, but one thing is the paint tends to be a little thin, so i'm accumulating a few nicks, scratches etc. other than that, the leather interior, sunroof and electronics are all pleasing to me and the car has nice exterior lines. If you're coming from a high end vehicle down, you'll notice a somewhat stiffer ride and sway at speed around corners, but you'll also enjoy spending about 10-15K less. Doubtful i'd purchase the vehicle brand new, but that's just due to depreciation and value for any car. don't listen to the experts, drive the thing!
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Outlandish Surprise
Tyler, 10/28/2015
updated 07/19/2018
2016 Mitsubishi Outlander ES 4dr SUV (2.4L 4cyl CVT)
27 of 37 people found this review helpful
I needed an affordable SUV for my family of 5. I looked at all options including some large sedans and mini vans. Then I came across the Outlander. I've had the car for only about a month but I am totally impressed. It looks great, drives great, gets amazing gas mileage for a full size SUV. I am consistently getting 31-33 mpg on the highway and 29 mixed. I can get my wife and three kids in this thing and jump on the highway and go! It also doesn't require Premium gas just basic unleaded. I have the base model but I love it for what it is. A simple clean performer. The bluetooth phone connectivity works great and much better than my last 35 thousand VW. The stock wheels look very nice and fresh. It's also very quiet on the road. It's a just a real good performer for the tasks that I use it for. My model doesn't have all the bells and whistles but honestly I don't need Nav. I have my phone and it works great. I also love that I sit up high on the road. It's as high as most trucks and higher than most vans. It's got tons of cargo space and is really flexible when you're hauling people or cargo. The build quality feels good. The ride feels solid with nice balance of road feel and comfort. It has high clearance so although I haven't tested it in the snow, I am expecting decent performance. The warranty is amazing. I simply do not believe that there is a better SUV buy out there for $19,785 especially one that sits 7. The Outlander will haul people and cargo and do it with style and great gas mileage. Plus you get the added bonus that they are not a dime a dozen. In a way they are a bit like a boutique company. I read all the reviews before I bought it and many complained about the lack of power. I don't get it. It has enough power. Is it fast? Fast enough. Is it a race car? No. In drive mode with "Eco" mode enabled at can at times feel a little sluggish but it's not that bad. If you feel the need you can always drop the shifter in "sport" mode, click off the "Eco" mode and get much snappier performance. I actually like that I can turn this stuff off and on. That way I can get great mileage most of the time but get performance when I feel like it's needed. So far I am really liking the Outlander After having this vehicle for almost 3 years now I can honestly say I am very pleased with the purchase. It has performed perfectly with absolutely no down time, no repairs and no problems. I love that I can get up to 31-33 MPG on the highway but I can also carry all five of my family members in relative comfort. Great value!
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Had a 2007 this is a major improvement.
Lowsidr, 11/22/2016
updated 06/06/2022
2016 Mitsubishi Outlander SEL 4dr SUV (2.4L 4cyl CVT)
5 of 6 people found this review helpful
"Update 12-3-20" 100k now. Aside from a simple accessory fuse, brakes and two batteries, zero issues. Still runs and drives as new, no rattles or shakes, air still ice cold and everything works as it should. Solid car, incredibly reliable and relatively fuel efficient for it's size. "Update 12-3-19" We are right at 80k now, the Goodyear's are proving a brilliant replacement. No issues, car continues to be bulletproof. Update 6-1-19" We now have 66k on the car. Still rides, drives and looks almost new. Update 11/30/2018" Battery was bad, car did blow two fuses, both problems were easily fixed but still annoying. We now have over 52k on the car, just replaced the tires with Goodyear Assurance ComforTred's as the stock tires were nearing their end. We LOVE the Goodyears and they were MUCH less expensive than replacing with OEM, supposedly they are rated for 80K, if they get 50K like the stockers i'll still be happy. We still love the car, it's still SUPER quiet, still getting great fuel economy, no shakes, wobbles rattles etc, aside from the batter and two fuses this has been bulletproof. We like it so much in fact that we may sell the Mercedes and get the Outlander Sport as a second car. Still don't "get" why the professional car reviewers bash the Outlander but it doesn't seem to matter, we are seeing more and more of these on the road and everyone I have met that has one loves it. Keep up the great work Mitsubishi! "Update 5/30/18: 39k and still loving our Mits. The battery might be going as it sounds a bit sluggish as we turn the car over. The two accessory plugs have quit working, it's probably a fuse. Other than that it's been wonderful and we can get 30mpg on the highway at 70-73mph and average about 23-25 in the city. The 3rd row seats have come in handy on a few occasions but i'd prefer the extra cargo over the seats if I was given a choice. All in all we'd buy another in a heartbeat, a bit bummed about the battery issue and accessory plugs but it's very minor and the vehicle is still under it's bumper to bumper so no biggie. If it was a Toyota/Honda/Nissan/American we'd be out of warranty so let that sink in, gotta love the 5/50 and 10/100 warranty, blows most of the competition away." UPDATE 5/29/17: 12k miles now without any issues whatsoever. Believe it or not I prefer driving this to my Mercedes E350. The ride is smooth and the cabin is so quiet it's hard to believe this is considered a budget vehicle. As far as the 4cyl motor? No problem, it's not a HP winner but it is much more than just adequate. Loving this car!" My 07 had 233,000 miles on it and still ran as well as it did when new. It was by far the most reliable vehicle I have ever owned and that's what led me to the new 2016 Outlander SEL. The new Outlander is entirely a different animal. It's so much quieter and the ride quality is vastly improved as are the materials used for the interior and soundproofing. This new Outlander is QUIET, the old 07 was noisey, tons of road noise and wind roar, virtually eliminated in this new 2016. Fuel economy is impressive, we are averaging a solid 27 combined and have seen as high as 32mpg while cruising open back-roads at 50-60mph. Hopefully once it's broken in a bit the fuel economy will rise a bit as we are only getting about 27 on the highway at around 75mph. The Rockford Fosgate sound system is really nice, a bit muddy and punchy compared to my Mercedes E-350 but It's not really fair to compare a 60k vehicle to this, for the price point you would be hard pressed to do much better. The exterior looks nice but to me all crossovers look about the same, the 18" alloy's are a nice touch though. The 2.4 motor coupled with the re-programmed CVT is lackluster but functional. I miss the power of the old 6cyl in the 07 but I don't miss the appalling fuel economy that came along with it. For our purposes the 2.4 will be just fine and we have zero issue merging onto the expressway or overtaking. Comparing the two models the 2016 just blows the 07 out of the water, it's a huge improvement. As for comparing it to other crossovers, I just spent a day driving around in a 2017 Subaru Outback. The Outback was much more peppy and it's CVT more refined. Ride quality was better, it has a more substantial solid feeling as far as the suspension goes but road noise was about the same and the cabin was nothing to write home about, I think the Outlander is superior and more comfortable along with feeling significantly larger with a higher more commanding ride. Considering how much more the Outback sells for I am VERY happy with the Mitsubishi Outlander, it represents one hell of a bargain at $22k and if it holds up as well as our 07 we will be incredibly happy owners.
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Great car at a great price .
MITSUBISHI Outlander, 11/22/2016
2016 Mitsubishi Outlander GT 4dr SUV AWD (3.0L 6cyl 6A)
3 of 3 people found this review helpful
Had this car for about a month now . May be it's too early to comment on many aspects of ownership,reliability and performance . It's under rated car with consumer reports . But feel that way . It's just like any other small SUV. Initial impression is-it's a honest car . Drives well and the GT has a satisfying performance . Good price too . Prefer to avoid the 2.4 l as drove the 2.4 L and V6 3 L back to back and the difference was apparent . The features , driving experience and price were deciding factors in the purchase . 3 Rd row seats are a joke . Am quite happy and it's 100% made in Japan .
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Mitsubishi's are sleepers
GMJ, 05/08/2017
updated 11/09/2017
2016 Mitsubishi Outlander GT 4dr SUV AWD (3.0L 6cyl 6A)
3 of 3 people found this review helpful
I just purchased my third Outlander GT (2007, 2011 and now 2016). Other than a leaky A/C compressor on the 2011, which was covered under warranty, I have never had a mechanical problem driving a combined total of about 240,000 miles. These are great cars that everyone seems to overlook in a rush to buy a Subaru Outback. Still a great car after 6 months. Can get 30 gpm on long highway trips.
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Don't Overlook this SUV
kmagman, 03/04/2017
2016 Mitsubishi Outlander GT 4dr SUV AWD (3.0L 6cyl 6A)
3 of 3 people found this review helpful
Just to be clear, I needed a car with these specifications and price point ... It was NEVER on my want list. However, having said that, I bought this Mitsubishi Outlander GT because: 1. It has a traditional 6 speed automatic, NOT a CVT (Contiunously Variable Torture). 2). A very reliable and time tested V6. 3). A squared-off cargo area that actually has very useful space ... in my case for 2 dog crates 4). Easy entry and exit ... dealing with transporting senior citizens 5). AWD .. a surprisingly sophisticated system with different mode selection 6). Best in class ground clearance 7). Hill holding feature (awesome for urban areas with hills!) 7). EXCELLENT headlight system 8). EXCELLENT sound system and seamless handsfree connection with iPhone 8). EXCELLENT seat heaters . However, even the best vehicles have some CONS. These are the things I don't like about the vehicle 1). Very finicky automatic liftgate actuation ... on multiple occassions it baulks opening ... especially with key fob ... very annoying and has a lock out feature if you make too many attempts ... MITSUBISHI, please make this feature more user friendly 2). As for handling .... at least for me, there is too much body roll/bobbing on country roads. I know I did not buy an Audi or BMW, but tighter handling would be better. OVERALL - I give this vehicle very high marks and is a great VALUE. I will keep for a very long tme.
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Vastly under-rated vehicle
Andy J., 01/09/2017
2016 Mitsubishi Outlander SEL 4dr SUV (2.4L 4cyl CVT)
3 of 3 people found this review helpful
If you believe the so-called professional reviews on the Outlander, you would be led astray; a bias definitely exists towards Mitsubishi. I own three Mitsubishi cars and I believe they make a better car than Toyota, but with more bells and whistles yet a much lower price. The rebates on these cars are insanely generous. I have the 4 cylinder which is good enough for me, acceleration is acceptable as I am not looking to race anyone. Nice interior. Ride is very smooth and quiet. I got the Premium sound system with mine and it's spectacular. I expect quality to be outstanding based on my prior experience, and the warranty is excellent as it exceeds most manufacturers. You owe yourself a look at the Outlander if you are looking for a small SUV. The downside of Mitsubishi cars is that they depreciate greater than their Japanese cousins, simply due to market share and not quality; I don't care about this as I keep my cars a long time. I almost bought an Avalon and I am glad I got this one instead--saved a lot of $$$ and this car is more practical.
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