The Mitsubishi Outlander is currently in its third generation and 18th model year. We try to discuss as many of these model years, generations, and redesigns of this family-friendly vehicle as possible here.
First Generation Outlander
The first generation of the Mitsubishi Outlander was in production from 2001-2006. Engine and transmission configuration in the initial Mitsubishi Outlander was a 4G63 2.0l engine with a four-speed automatic transmission. Front and four-wheel drive facilities were made available in this Mitsubishi Outlander. The first generation Mitsubishi Outlander went through a handful of redesigns and ended with the 4G69 2.4L i4 engine and five-speed INVECS-II automatic suspension under its hood.
Second Generation Outlander
The second generation of the Mitsubishi Outlander was in production between 2006-2012. The second-gen Mitsubishi Outlander was introduced with the DOHC 2.4L 16-valve MIVEC engine and an INVECS-III CVT. The outgoing model of the second-gen Mitsubishi Outlander was equipped with a 4N14 2.3L Di-D MiVEC engine supplied with a 6-speed twin-clutch SST.
Third Generation Outlander
The third generation of the Mitsubishi Outlander began production from 2012 and is currently still ongoing. It began offering the Outlander in a plug-in hybrid version. The latest engine offering in the Outlander is the 3.0l 6B31 SOHC MiVEC V6 engine, made available in US models of the vehicle. As for the transmission, the latest offering is GKN Multi-Mode eTransmission in the PHEV variants of the Mitsubishi Outlander.
Latest Update
The last major updates to the Mitsubishi Outlander were provided in the model year 2019, where a new twin-blade grille with black inserts was made available. New 18-in alloy wheels were also added, as was, revised front and bumper designs.
The 2020 version of the Mitsubishi Outlander offers customers with a combined fuel efficiency of 22-27mpg. It is made available in gas and PHEV version with a four-cylinder or V6 engine and front/four-wheel drive facility. The gas vehicle seats seven individuals and comes equipped with smart connectivity features such as Android Auto and Apple CarPlay on option.
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Source: Mitsubishi