2023 Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV SUV

　　

2023 Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV Review

byMark TakahashiCorrespondent

　　Mark Takahashi has worked in the automotive industry since 2001. He has written thousands of car-related articles and tested and reviewed hundreds of vehicles over the course of his career. Mark has also contributed to Motor Trend, Auto Aficionado, Chevy High Performance and several motorcycle magazines in various roles. Mark is also a juror on the North American Car, Truck and Utility Vehicle of the Year Awards and can be seen regularly on the zzdcar YouTube channel and sometimes representing the company in media interviews.

　　If you've been considering making the switch to an electric vehicle but range anxiety is holding you back, perhaps you should check out the latest plug-in hybrids that straddle the line between all-electric and gasoline power. The latest entrant among plug-in hybrid SUVs is the all-new 2023 Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV, and it has the potential to reestablish Mitsubishi's foothold in the U.S.

　　

Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV PHEV Insights

Trim:Outlander PHEV ES

　　ES 4dr SUV AWD (2.4L 4cyl gas/electric plug-in hybrid DD) - $39,845 MSRPSE 4dr SUV AWD (2.4L 4cyl gas/electric plug-in hybrid DD) - $42,145 MSRPRALLIART 4dr SUV AWD (2.4L 4cyl gas/electric plug-in hybrid DD) - $44,145 MSRPSEL 4dr SUV AWD (2.4L 4cyl gas/electric plug-in hybrid DD) (Most Popular) - $45,445 MSRP40th Anniversary 4dr SUV AWD (2.4L 4cyl gas/electric plug-in hybrid DD) - $49,995 MSRP

　　

All Electric Range

　　38 miles

　　EPA Estimated Electric Range

　　The Outlander PHEV will automatically switch to gas when the electric battery is low.Electric cars typically experience 1-2% of range loss per year with slightly faster degradation over the first 50,000 miles as the car settles into its long term state, according to Recurrent's study of 15,000 EVs.

　　Estimated range mapThis map is a visual representation of the possible one-way and round-trips by this vehicle (on a full charge) from the geometric center of Rutland, North Dakota. The depicted ranges are based on the estimated new vehicle range value provided by the EPA, rounded down to miles for one-way and miles for round-trip. Actual range will vary depending on the condition of this vehicle’s battery pack, how you drive, driving conditions and other factors.Map display generated using: © openrouteservice.org by HeiGIT | Map data © Recurrent contributors | Recurrent

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Hybrid Parts Warranty

　　10 yrs or 100,000 milesHybrid batteries are federally mandated to carry at least 8 years or 100,000 miles of warranty coverage from the manufacturer. Batteries that lose capacity more rapidly than expected should be eligible for replacement under warranty. Coverage of additional hybrid components beyond the battery itself will vary by automaker.

　　

Charging at Home

　　6.5 hours

　　Total Charging Time (240V outlet)

　　

EV Tax Credits & Rebates

　　$400

　　Available Rebates. Restrictions apply.

　　Utility EV Charger Offer

　　$400

　　Restrictions: Otter Tail Power offers EV owners a rebate of up to $400 towards the installation of a Level 2 charging station. To qualify for this rebate, the customer and/or charging station must meet the following requirements: Receive electricity from Otter Tail Power.

　　To learn more, visit Recurrent

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Cost to Drive

　　$126/mo

　　Outlander PHEV

　　vs

　　$183/mo

　　SUV Avg.

　　Monthly estimates based on costs in North Dakota

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　　With a gasoline engine under the hood, a battery pack under the floor and two electric motors, the Outlander PHEV is estimated to provide up to 38 miles of electric-only range on a single charge. Once the battery is depleted, the gasoline engine takes over, effectively eliminating range anxiety, though fuel economy in this mode is estimated at a paltry 26 mpg. Rivals in this class are estimated between 35 and 40 mpg.

　　Replenishing the battery should take about 6.5 hours on a 240-volt charger but the top Outlander trim also comes with DC fast-charging capability that will get you back to an 80% charge in only 38 minutes. Unfortunately, that quick charge requires an older CHAdeMO receptacle, which is being phased out among public charging stations.

　　While there are some drawbacks related to efficiency, the Outlander PHEV makes up for it with surprisingly strong performance. Acceleration is immediate and should propel it to 60 mph in under 7 seconds, but the real star is its sporty handling. Mitsubishi's Super-All Wheel Control (S-AWC) all-wheel-drive system expertly sends power to specific wheels to carve through turns with inspiring precision, making it a standout among its rivals.

　　If you're one of the rare drivers seeking more thrills from a fairly efficient SUV, the 2023 Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV should be at the top of your list. If you're more interested in ultimate efficiency, you'd be better served by the plug-in versions of the Hyundai Tucson, Ford Escape and Toyota RAV4 Prime.

　　

Which Outlander PHEV does zzdcar recommend?

It's not often that we recommend the top trim for a vehicle, but in this case the SEL trim makes sense. For a reasonable amount of money, you get several aesthetic, convenience and luxury features, as well as a few option packages that are exclusive to this model.

　　

Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV models

The 2023 Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV is a compact plug-in hybrid SUV powered by a 2.4-liter four-cylinder engine paired with two electric motors (one for the front wheels and the other for the rear) that are fed by a 20-kWh lithium-ion battery in the floor. Combined output is 248 horsepower and 332 lb-ft of torque.

　　The Outlander PHEV comes standard with Mitsubishi's advanced all-wheel-drive system called Super-All Wheel Control (S-AWC) as well as a third row of seats for a maximum passenger capacity of seven. It's offered in three trim levels: ES, SE and SEL.

　　ES

　　The economy-minded ES trim starts you off with the basics, such as:

　　18-inch alloy wheels Keyless remote entry/ignition Selectable drive modes LED exterior lighting Digital instrument panel Dual-zone automatic climate control Cloth upholstery 8-inch infotainment touchscreen Apple CarPlay and Android Auto Remote monitoring and control via a smartphone app Six-speaker audio systemStandard driver assist features include:

　　Forward collision mitigation (warns you of an impending collision and applies the brakes in certain scenarios) Blind-spot warning with rear cross-traffic warning (alerts you if a vehicle is in your blind spot during a lane change or while in reverse) Lane departure warning (alerts you if the vehicle begins to drift out of its lane) Driver attention monitor (issues an alert if sensors determine you are becoming fatigued) Trailer stability control (adjusts vehicle brakes to help control trailer movement if a trailer begins to sway) Automatic high beamsSE

　　Stepping up to the midrange SE trim gets you several convenience, comfort and tech features that aren't available on the ES model. These include:

　　20-inch wheels LED foglights Power-folding and heated mirrors Rain-sensing wipers Power liftgate Keyless entry Leather-wrapped steering wheel and shift knob Synthetic leather upholstery Eight-way power-adjustable driver's seat Heated front seats 9-inch infotainment touchscreen Satellite and HD radio Wireless charging padSE Tech package

　　Nine-speaker Bose audio system Panoramic sunroof Auto-dimming rearview mirrorAdditional driver assist features include:

　　Surround-view camera system (gives you a top-down view of the vehicle and its surroundings for tight parking situations) Adaptive cruise control (adjusts speed to maintain a constant distance between the vehicle and the car in front) Lane keeping assistance (makes minor steering corrections to help keep the vehicle centered in its lane) Active blind-spot intervention (automatically steers the car back into its lane if you try to change lanes while a car is in the vehicle's blind spot) Highway driving assist (enhanced lane keeping assistance and adaptive cruise control functionality)SEL

　　The range-topping SEL trim dresses up the Outlander PHEV with body-color exterior accents and several luxury touches that include:

　　Roof rails Upgraded exterior and interior trim elements DC fast-charging capability Three-zone automatic climate control Driver's seat memory functions Leather upholstery Eight-way power-adjustable front passenger seat Heated rear outboard seats Rear seat sunshades Auto-dimming rearview mirror Two household-style power outletsSEL Touring package

　　This option package adds a handful of niceties such as:

　　Panoramic sunroof Heated steering wheel Head-up display (displays important information in your sight line on the windshield) Nine-speaker Bose premium audioSEL Premium package

　　The SEL Premium package includes the Touring package's features plus:

　　Upgraded interior trim Premium leather upholstery

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