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Weidel on Wheels: Outlander Sport can get the job done

Mitsubishi SUV handles well with all-wheel driveBy Jeffrey Weidel

Although the snow wasn’t falling too heavily, the windthat was whipping around Laramie, Wyo., as the new yearapproached was enough to make this driver stay off thetreacherous roads as much as possible.

Living in Northern California for more than three decades,one gets accustomed to no snow. Sure, a person can findit easily driving toward the Sierra Nevada range in thewintertime. But one can prepare for those trips, which isnot the case in Wyoming, where the winter weather canchange from hour to hour.

On this particular venture away from California, I feltfortunate to be test-driving the Mitsubishi OutlanderSport.

While there have been some complaints regardingMitsubishi’s new entry-level sport utility vehicle, none ofthe grumblings deal with the all-wheel drive Outlander’sability to maneuver confidently in the snow. It was much

appreciated on the icy streets of Laramie.

The Outlander Sport is approximately 14 inches shorter than the typical Outlander. A smaller radius may be the reasonit handles so well in all driving situations. It has a sporty suspension — perhaps that’s how the name Sport originated —and gives the driver a confident feel for the road, snow or no snow.

When compared to a long list of competitors, the Outlander holds its own in a price comparison. Its base model goesfor an affordable $18,495, while the high-end Sport is not that high-end at $22,995.

However, what critics of the Sport will say is the Outlander falls short of the two industry standards for the class — theHonda CR-V and the Toyota RAV4. The Kia Sportage is another strong competitor, along with other small SUVs suchas the Hyundai Tucson, Ford Escape, Volkswagen Tiguan, Subaru Forester and several other models.

The major knock on the Outlander Sport is performance. Equipped (some would suggest under equipped) with a 2.0-liter, 4-cylinder engine that produces 148-horsepower, the Outlander does not provide get-up-and-go power,evidenced by its underwhelming 0 to 60 mph clocking in a very modest 8.8 seconds. More appealing is the gas mileageof 25 to 31 miles per gallon.

Yet the Outlander climbed some sizable grades without much trouble while making the trek from Denver to Laramieand back. If you don’t care for the performance and want more — too bad. There are two trims (ES, SE), but onlyone engine choice.

There’s nothing too flashy regarding the Outlander’s interior. Yet it has all the basic controls, offering them in a well-conceived cockpit that’s easy to master and reach.

Both leg and headroom is plentiful for 6-footers in the front cabin, which has supportive seats. It ’s fairly roomy in abackseat that will accommodate three adults. The cargo area is also spacious, allowing for a fair amount of baggage fora road trip or some weekend chores.

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2011 Mitsubishi Outlander Sport SE

Price: $22,995

Power:2.0-liter, 4-cylinder engine with 148 horsepower

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Mileage estimate:25 mpg city; 31 mpg highway

Standard features include: Automatic xenon headlights; foglights; automatic wipers; climate control; keylessignition/entry; sliding armrest; center pass-through; upgraded upholstery; rear privacy glass; heated front seats; hillstart assist; traction and stability control.

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Outlander SUV offers bold look, sporty

ride for 2011

Published: January 27, 2011 6:00 PM

Until the past few years, shopping for a compact SUV could be a real snoozer.

Not that there was anything wrong with vehicles like the Honda CR-V and Toyota RAV-4, but that

they, along with most offerings in this segment, shared the same unimaginative, trucky styling.

Thanks to increased competition, today’s exteriors are more inspired, but none are more

distinctive than the 2011 Mitsubishi Outlander.

A makeover in 2010 gave this previously competent but bland SUV the company’s signature ‘jet

fighter’ front end, borrowed from the rally-proven Lancer Evolution. This aggressive new

treatment, with its large, blacked-out mesh grille, sharp hood creases and wedge-shaped

projector-style headlamps is accompanied by a redesigned rear quarter panel fascia and door

mirrors.

On the top-trim XLS models, a chrome grille surround and seven-spoke, 18 inch alloy wheels

complete the look.

A makeover in 2010 gave the Mitsubishi

Outlander the addition of Super All-Wheel

Control to the top XLS trim level (as shown).

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complete the look.

But the 2010 changes are more than cosmetic. The XLS model, for example, now also benefits

from an upgrade to Mitsubishi’s slip-and-grip 4WD system in the form of its Super All-Wheel

Control (S-AWC) along with Active Front Differential.

The Outlander has also received some tweaks to its available 3.0-litre V6 engine, boosting

horsepower from 220 to 230, and with improved fuel economy.

The current-generation model may not outsell Ford Escape, Honda CR-V, Nissan Rogue and

Toyota RAV-4, but at roughly 8,300 units sold this year in Canada, it is nearly tied with the

Lancer and all its variants as Mitsubishi’s top selling vehicle. The 2011 Outlander is, for the most

part, a carryover from 2010.

Despite a relatively small dealer network, much of its sales success can be attributed to a

competitive price point with plenty of standard features and available content.

The ES 2WD base model starts at $25,498 and comes with a long list of standard items.

This includes power windows, keyless entry, air conditioning, heated front seats, leather wrapped

steering wheel and shift knob, 60/40 split fold/tumble second row, dual glove box, three 12-volt

power points, six-speaker 140-watt CD/MP3 player with speed compensated volume, MP3/aux

inputs and steering wheel audio controls, Bluetooth hands-free phone interface, heated power side

mirrors, multi-information display, privacy glass, 16-inch alloy wheels and more.

Outlander also gets a full suite of standard safety features such as four-wheel disc brakes with ABS

and electronic brakeforce distribution, active stability control (ASC), traction control and a tire

pressure monitoring system.

Add 4WD and you also get hill start assist, bringing the price to $27,998. Both ES models are

powered by Mitsubishi’s 2.4-litre 16-valve, DOHC inline four-cylinder that provides 168 hp and

167 lb/ft of torque, mated to a CVT Sportronic transmission that can be shifted manually, if you so

choose.

The LS trim level, starting at $29,498, comes standard with 4WD and gets the more powerful 3.0-

litre, 24-valve SOHC V6 engine that delivers 230 hp and 215 lb/ft of torque. That may not sound

like a lot next to RAV4’s 269 hp and 246 lb/ft (which is more juice than necessary in this kind of

vehicle), but it’s competitive with other V6 competitors like the Escape. The CR-V, Rogue,

Hyundai Tucson and Suzuki Grand Vitara are only available with four cylinder engines.

Mated to Outlander’s 3.0-litre V6 is a six-speed Sportronic automatic transmission. This smooth-

shifting unit comes with steering wheel paddle shifters in XLS trim.




The LS also features a compact third row seat, with fore/aft sliding on the second row to help

passengers get in and out. Other amenities include a Fast-Key system (allowing you to keep the

fob in your pocket or purse), fog lights and LED repeaters in the side mirrors.

Move up to the XLS S-AWC (starting at $34,498), and in addition to the LS features, you get 18-

inch alloys, automatic climate control, leather seating surfaces in the first and second rows, power

driver’s seat, rain-sensing wipers, power sunroof and the head-pounding 710-watt Rockford

Fosgate Punch Premium sound system with six-CD changer.

Another big step up is the previously mentioned Super All-Wheel Control (S-AWC) system with

Active Front Differential.

Similar to the S-AWC used on the Lancer Evolution, this system analyses and reacts to driver

intent in real time.

It can move torque from left to right and front to rear, depending on vehicle dynamics and road

conditions. And making it more driver-friendly than typical 4WD systems is a three-position dial

labelled ‘Tarmac,’ ‘Snow’ and ‘Lock.’

This system works seamlessly with the vehicle’s traction and stability control systems, cutting

power or applying brakes at each wheel to help keep the Outlander on its intended path.

During my week of testing, I had the opportunity to try it on all kinds of asphalt—wet, dry and

snowy—and believe me, it works.

I had expected the system to apply a heavy hand in the snow, but it wasn’t overly intrusive—even

when giving a little extra throttle around turns.

S-AWC (with ASC activated) also works on dry pavement in more spirited maneuvers. The

system applies brakes on the inside wheel during understeer and outer wheel during oversteer,

and transfers torque where needed to improve cornering stability.

Lean is minimal in the turns, and on the straighter stretches, Mitsu’s surprisingly responsive 3.0-

litre V6 provides gutsy acceleration. And delivers it with a nice, raspy exhaust note.

The vehicle’s crisp handling and good driving dynamics can also be attributed to a rigid unibody

built on Mitsu’s global performance platform and sport-tuned suspension.

Up front is a MacPherson strut independent suspension with strut tower bar and stabilizer bar. In

back is a multilink and coil system with stabilizer bar.

The Outlander’s maximum cargo capacity, at 2,056 litres, is competitive with other mid-size

SUVs. With the compact third-row bench folded flat and the 60/40 second row tumbled forward,

there’s plenty of space for a couple of bikes or for your next big-box shopping trip.




there’s plenty of space for a couple of bikes or for your next big-box shopping trip.

With the second row upright, there’s still a very usable 1,025 litres of space with a flat cargo floor.

And with the flap-fold tailgate dropped (and hatch raised), loading is easy. The small tailgate can

also serve as a seat, able to support 200 kilograms.

Pop the third row, which is a two-step procedure that takes some practice, and you still have 422

litres.

The shallow depression where the seats are stowed contributes little space, unlike minivans and

other SUVs that typically have a deep well behind the third row. But the Outlander’s is less

commodious for a reason. The rear seat is little more than fabric stretched over a steel frame, with

little pop-up ‘ironing boards’ as headrests.

I would call this ‘emergency’ third-row seating, unless you like riding with your knees under your

chin. Still, the kids seem to get a kick out of riding back there, and it’s easy enough to access as

both sides of the second row tumble forward in a single motion.

The Outlander’s interior fit and finish is good—on par with any of the segment leaders. My XLS

tester had a few niceties not found on the base model, such as the double-stitched leather seating

surfaces and centre armrest, double-stitched faux leather in the doors and instrument panel,

giving it a premium look and feel.

Ergonomics are generally good, but my one gripe is that the high-low switch for the heated front

seats is positioned well back from view on the centre console, making it difficult to find while

driving.

The top-trim Outlander can be optioned up further with the $2,500 Navigation Package that

includes music server, lane guidance system, rear view camera and video input jack.

There’s also an available rear seat entertainment system and loads of cargo accessories like roof

racks, bike carriers, trailer hitch, ski and snowboard carriers and more.

Overall, the Outlander has a lot to offer compact SUV buyers, and provides a driving experience

that I would expect from a more premium product.

Pricing remains the same as last year, with some changes in packaging—check the company web

site for more details.

Mitsubishi Outlander XLS S-AWC 2011

Body Style: compact sport utility

Drive Method: front-engine, all-wheel-drive




Engine: 3.0-litre, 24-valve SOHC V6 (230 hp and 215 lb/ft of torque)

Towing Capacity: 3,500 lbs with V6 engine

Fuel Economy: (as tested)—11.0/7.9/9.6 L/100km (city/highway/combined)

Price: (base) $25,498; XLS S-AWC $34,498

Website: www.mitsubishi-motors.ca

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Car Winners of the 2011 Money Awards

The best car winners of the 2011 Money Awards were just recently announced. This award is

considered as an extraordinary recognition for most car makers. This is because the award takes into

consideration the car’s reliability as well as its value after 5 years and not only on the new features that

a car has.

This year’s participants were not the same car makers since there are many companies who have

joined. This includes Korean car makers such as Kia and Hyundai. Japan’s Mitsubishi has also taken

part in this event.

What was significant in this year’s award was the sudden change in the Ford’s approach. Ford had

been a constant winner for the past few years by providing larger cars, trucks, and SUVs. However,

this year Ford used its Fiesta model. As a result, the Ford Fiesta was awarded as the Best

Subcompact Car.

Chevrolet won the Best Midsize Car for this year’s Money Award by using the Chevrolet Malibu as

its entry. Everyone was also stunned when the Buick Regal won the Best Upscale Sedan. Buick has

risen over its competitors for this division beating the former winners such as BMW and Lexus.

In addition to this, Honda’s Civic and the Honda Fit won the awards for the Best Compact car and

the Best Hatchback. Mitsubishi’s Outlander Sport defeated The Honda CR-V for the Best Compact

Crossover award.

The Suzuki Equator bagged the Best Compact Pickup. Hyundai’s Elantra Touring got the Best

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