Used 2020 Mitsubishi Outlander Consumer Reviews
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Great Little All Wheel Drive Crossover SUV
I bought this vehicle for the highly rated safety on IIHS and after owning the 2016 4 cyl version I decided to test drive the 6 cyl and ended up trading it in for a 2019 because yes the V6 GT has a lot more power and doesn't have that annoyingly loud engine noise in the cabin that the 4 cyl does. The 4 cyl version of this car is mated to a CVT and seems to be about as weak as a lawn mower but in terms of performance the V6 will over take anything while merging on the highway. There is a huge difference with these engine configurations and it seems mitsubishi tends to focus on 4 cyl in the trim line up as you can only get a V6 in the GT trim. I did note that the fuel economy on the window sticker is a lie (as with most new vehicles) I only get about 16-22mpg in this car. The car has an excellent all wheel drive system that has never left me stuck despite off roading. The stock tires are junk and never cared for Toyo A24's that came with the vehicle. I recommend some off road tires if you do any excursions to the wilderness to really take advantage of the high quality all wheel drive system but because of the ridiculously large stock rims its difficult to find off road tires. I recommend going with smaller rims to give you better choices for off road tires. This vehicle reminds me a bit of my 97 Montero in terms of off road ability. The third row seat is really only for small children or very tiny short people less than 5'4" The towing is pretty good with the V6 I pull my 3000lb camper without too much struggle and certainly no problems with over heating even during a hot uphill desert run in the summer. The towing on the 4 cyl is pretty useless at about 1500lbs so its not really more helpful than a compact car if you get the 4 cyl. I would recommend the V6 GT because of all the cool and neat features that the GT top of the line trim offers as its about the price point of a base model Honda Pilot, mind you that base model Honda Pilot wont have 4wd either. The fuel economy isn't stellar on either the 4 cyl or V6. Overall its a great car but you'll have to overlook its small short comings but for the price you can't beat it.
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Awesome 3rd row suv with v4
Granted it’s not the best powerful engine in class but has all the standard features included. I drove this car for year and half at 45k miles and it’s handle great in snow and rains in high speed 60-70 mph, can drift easily for fun, has good braking system, and best awd program. I went skiing on trip, parked over huge pile of snow, used 4x4 lock awd mode and got out easy as breeze. Yes it is cheap car but it’s overall been great car. I had 2016 Acura MDX so i know this car comes close to it. Average mpg is 24. Only downsize is there no spare tire smh. Best mpg on highway can reach 38 mpg. 2nd row seat can be tilted back for more comfort. Still has better warranty than all 3rd row suv. I still love this car despite low performance engine, I have no issues with it since. I did hydroplanning on heavy rains on highway and recovered nicely without spinning 360 degree. It’s all on my Instagram- thegodfathernyc I work as uber driver and this car been my best baby so far
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Jack of All Trades
The GT is a different vehicle than the 4cyl version. It can do a little of everything; tow a little, reasonable off-road capabilities, capable family hauler, easy around town, etc. There are better options for each of those things, but I don't think you find anything that can do all of those things for as good a value. Stand-out features are the S-AWC which is the best AWD system on the road and the Rockford Fosgate stereo is impressive.
Call me Deacon Blues
We've owned a Galant (2001) and an Outlander SEL (2016), which we've passed down to daughters. We loved both, and when we needed a new SUV, we shopped extensively, not wanting to be boring. But the Outlander SEL once again won out. The value/price ratio is just unbeatable. Leather seats, third row seating (small, but there), great sound). We did buy blue rather than black.
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Nicely upgraded
Despite the Edmunds review, the 2019 Outlander accelerates and shifts very quickly; much improved 8-speed CVT. It steers better as well. With Apple car play standard and very comfortable seating, the whole experience is much better. A tremendous value now. More affordable than ever with the best warranty in the business. The shame is that there are not more dealers nationally, but well worth finding one.
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