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Exactly what I was looking for in a low-cost daily
Jason K., 02/07/2017
updated 08/08/2017
2017 Mitsubishi Outlander ES 4dr SUV (2.4L 4cyl CVT)
76 of 76 people found this review helpful
Update (8/8/17): I've driven this car over 10,000 miles now, performed multiple oil changes which are comparatively easy, taken her on a 3,000 mile road trip through the mountains and down the coast of California, and loaded plenty of cargo she probably wasn't designed to haul (brick, wood, etc.). She's handled it all like a champ with a few exceptions. First, the trip panels over the roof mounted seat belt and other miscellaneous interior trim pieces are easy to knock out of place and rather difficult to fit back in. Second, if you store anything in the hidden storage compartment, you have no access to it unless you're not hauling cargo. Third, with the 60% middle seat folded flat, the cargo storage area between the front seats only opens part way. These are all tiny complaints but good to know, nonetheless. New things I've found that I love are as follows: With the back seat cushions folded up (step 1 in folding them flat) but leaving the seat-back in place, the indents are a perfect place to transport a propane tank and you can even strap it in with the belt. It's almost like Mitsubishi wanted it that way, it's fantastic. I transport 2 tanks at a time to the propane store with no worries about getting the upholstery dirty or the tanks damaging bits in the back while rolling around. Second thing is that if you move the front passenger seat all the way forward, remove the head rest, and recline the seat all the way back, then fold the 2nd row seat-back down (skip step 1, folding the cushion up), it creates a 2 foot by 8 foot area to transport 8 foot long lumber. It still won't haul a 4x8 sheet of plywood but it'll handle 2x8 strips and any 8 foot lumber I can fit in there and that's fine with me. Original Review (2/7/2017): I knew going to the dealership what the pros and cons were of this vehicle but I desperately needed to replace my 15 year old daily driver with something better. I weighed the options and considering that this is the 3rd car in our driveway and didn't need many bells or whistles, so I chose the ES model for its overall value. I truly enjoy driving this car everyday and it does exactly what it's supposed to do, get me from point A to point B with zero issues or worries. She's a very nice looking SUV, has plenty of room for cargo, drives perfectly sound and true, isn't to loud, handles the elevation changes like a champ, and is very comfortable including in/egress. The trip computer is nice but sometimes a little goofy as is the radio but it's nice that it has a 6.1" touchscreen with bluetooth standard, not many cars include that in the lowest trim level. I got a great deal on the car with the help of a pre-approval from my finance company and I've gone from filling the tank once a week with premium fuel to filling it once every two weeks with mid-grade fuel. I'm very aware that many people will have complaints about little things but as I said initially, the total value and amenities provided by my Outlander are exactly what I was looking for in a tidy and attractive package. Ownership level: 2+ months; purchased in November 2016; review written 2/7/2017
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awesome SUV,dont belive the so called experts!
dorin balan, 05/31/2017
2017 Mitsubishi Outlander GT 4dr SUV AWD (3.0L 6cyl 6A)
39 of 39 people found this review helpful
I have the 2017 GT V6.This SUV is made 100% in JAPAN,so quality is excellent.The so called "experts",claim that the GT model is a gas guzzler which I can assure you IT IS NOT,i'm getting 28 to 29 miles per gallon hwy and about 23 city.compare the rest of the V6's out there and you'll find that actually this does way better than most.i'm also amazed how well the seats are designed.Went on a 1000 mile trip and both me and my wife were amazed how good we felt after 5,6 hrs in the seat.Power from the V6 engine is good,the 6 speed automatic works flawlessly and the paddle shifters are a lot of fun.The only thing that I wish it had is a panoramic sunroof instead of the regular one that comes standard on the GT.Definitely would recomend buying this SUV,go take a test drive for yourself and I'm sure you'll agree.
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Great value for money - ignore the expert reviews
Minnesota Driver, 05/05/2017
2017 Mitsubishi Outlander GT 4dr SUV AWD (3.0L 6cyl 6A)
59 of 60 people found this review helpful
I own this car and bought it after very extensive research and months of test driving cars. I drove both the 2.4 and 3.0 version, settled on the GT with touring package. I have previously owned Saab's, Audi's and still own a Honda. There is just no comparison of value for money - I fit three kids in the 2nd row, and yes the third row is smaller than my Honda Pilot, but manageable for the few days per year I really need it. Safety features are outstanding and work in real life driving. Ok, it doesn't drive at the same level as some of the new BMW/Acura/Mercedes models I tested - but realistically I am getting 90% of what I would utilize from those cars for 50% of the price. For my daily commute and moving kids around to and from school and weekend road trips this is an amazing car. I recommend people to actually research AND test drive this car - many people will find it surpasses most of the competition in value, performance, comfort!
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Zen to drive, Zen to own.
John Ho, 12/15/2017
updated 01/04/2024
2017 Mitsubishi Outlander SEL 4dr SUV AWD (2.4L 4cyl CVT)
35 of 35 people found this review helpful
6-year update- No issues, It's our Swiss Army knife; City, road trip, daily. Tap the shifter over while merging or going up steep hills and it will hold revs and move out. Leave it alone and it will be gradual and efficient. 5 year update- Still a place we like spending time in. Still zen to own and operate. With a growing family, the 2nd row middle passenger seat is tight width-wise but that is the smallest individual seat in it. With that said, the 3rd row fits 2 high back boosters no sweat so there’s always been a way to make everyone happy. Operating costs are still remarkably low. Love that. 3 year Update: Still is a pleasure to drive and own. Review still holds up 100%. Something to note: We drive it almost always in normal mode and that is really where to keep it in our opinion, as pushing the eco button yields a less responsive throttle and a less stable feel at speed... just something to keep in mind if you are test driving one. The Snow mode is amazing in winter driving too. We test drove everything in and near the compact to midsize SUV segment and were surprised and most impressed by the Outlander and bought it after test driving everything else from the Rogue to the all new Tiguan. 1yr Update: We still could not be more pleased to be driving the Outlander SEL AWC. No regrets, not one. Every part of this review still holds up, about 1 year later. Update: 2 years later-> Everything we’ve stated still holds true. This is a awesome vehicle. If I had one item for Mitsubishi to improve, it would be using thicker glass for the windshield, which seems to attract chips. *Maintenance costs are very very low. We dealer maintain our Outlander and the service is highly personal, with no stress. It fits: It's a really functional size, has good visibility, and gets 25-30mpg consistently which makes it great for commuting and being the family car. It's a car you like to spend time in. It shuts out the traffic and drama =zen. It is quiet, relaxing, well built/thought out, and is very sure footed in normal AWD mode. The cvt transmission: is shift point free in auto mode, very smooth, and absent of the delays in acceleration found in transmissions with gears. It reminded us of the LEAF. It keeps the engine in the powerband and isn't limited by set ratios. Tap the shifter over and it will hold the ratio and rpm which is great when it’s loaded up with 7 people and you are merging or off-roading. The Outlander's 4wd system is simply incredible and keeps the Outlander in control in the snow/ice without drama. Off-road, this thing is very very capable. I took it up a loose gravel 40% grade at a crawl and it just went up it without pause even getting one wheel off the ground from a rut! On the stock all-season toyo tires! Impressive. Interior usability is good: The 2nd row seats slide and adjust and are great for car seats (keep in mind the middle 2nd row seat is small). We keep the third row folded down mostly (it disappears into the floor) but if you are under 5'11" it's actually pretty comfortable. You can put two child seats in the middle and left side leaving the right middle row seat open for access to the third row. You can also put 5 high back boosters in the 2nd and 3rd rows without much drama as well should the occasion arise. The engine had way less plastic engine parts than the Nissans, Toyotas, or especially the VW which the entire front engine was plastic) This is the stuff that degrades after 120k miles, out of warranty. This is a well built vehicle that is fun and relaxing to live with everyday. We still love it 2 years on! Now going on 5+ years since we bought it new, it is still the vehicle the family prefers to be in and has proven to be impeccably reliable and versatile. The large interior volume combined with the small exterior dimensions has really come in handy.
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Should be rated at least 'A'
Josh07-ATL, 02/04/2018
updated 02/11/2021
2017 Mitsubishi Outlander ES 4dr SUV (2.4L 4cyl CVT)
22 of 22 people found this review helpful
Update 2/2021: The car is still going strong and dependable, with the only costs were for routine maintenance. I don't need a fancy car, and this one serves my purpose. One word - I love it and am very satisfied. Update 8/2020: I keep loving my Outlander. It's always been reliable, dependable and low maintenance. Very satisfied with this car since we bought it. No complain whatsoever! Update: My 2017 Outlander has gone super strong, and very reliable. No issues whatsoever; the only expenses were for the scheduled maintenance. On the interstate, we easily got 34-36 mpg. We don't need a SUV with a big engine, which unnecessarily increases our spending on gas. I have owned a 2017 Mitsubishi Outlander with 33K miles on it. This car is indeed a hidden gem! It handles great on the road, not to mention that the acceleration is decent and reasonable for a car with V4 engine, not like what so-called experts say 'kind of sluggish'. I owned and drove many different makes and models in the past, including Honda, Toyota, Mazda, KIA, Hyundai, Ram and Ford. Mitsubishi and Ford are the best cars I have driven thus far. My Outlander drives so smooth on the Interstate, and very quite - the level of road noise is much better than Mazda or Honda. Also, once a while we need a couple of extra seats for a short trip. The fact that Mitsubishi Outlander comes with a third row seating, it serves our purposes. Overall, I've been completely satisfied with the way this car performs.
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