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Mitsubishi Outlander

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  • 2WD 4dr ES
    Starts at
    $21,995
    23 City / 28 Hwy
    MPG
    5
    Seat capacity
    Gas I4
    Engine
    Front Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
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  • 2WD 4dr SE
    Starts at
    $22,995
    23 City / 28 Hwy
    MPG
    7
    Seat capacity
    Gas I4
    Engine
    Front Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
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  • 4WD 4dr SE
    Starts at
    $24,495
    22 City / 27 Hwy
    MPG
    7
    Seat capacity
    Gas I4
    Engine
    Four Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
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  • 2WD 4dr XLS
    Starts at
    $25,795
    19 City / 26 Hwy
    MPG
    7
    Seat capacity
    Gas V6
    Engine
    Front Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
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  • 4WD 4dr GT
    Starts at
    $27,795
    19 City / 25 Hwy
    MPG
    7
    Seat capacity
    Gas V6
    Engine
    Four Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
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Notable features

Revised XLS trim level
Seats five or seven
2WD or 4WD
Four-cylinder or V-6
Performance-oriented GT trim level
Third-row seat now standard on SE model

The good & the bad

The good

Steering response
Comfy front seats
Roomy second row
Limited body roll
Flat-folding third row

The bad

Four-cylinder drivetrain feels weak
Overly firm ride
Suspension noise
Curtain airbags don't cover third row
Big grille doesn't fit with rest of design

Expert 2011 Mitsubishi Outlander review

our expert's take
Our expert's take
By Steven Cole Smith
Full article
our expert's take


2011 MitsMitsubishi upsized its little Outlander SUV in 2007, and has continued to tweak it with updated styling inside and out that may or may not be an improvement. The question remains: Exactly what is the Outlander? It’s too big to be a small SUV, too small to compete with the better mid-size SUVs.

The original 2003-era Outlander aimed to compete with smaller SUVs such as the Ford Escape and Honda CR-V. Five years later the company added three inches to the Outlander, gave it a V-6 engine and squeezed in a third-row seat. This moved it past the Ford Escape-type sports utility vehicles, into the same territory occupied by the larger Mitsubishi Endeavor.

Having two vehicles that close in size and function would seem to be confusing for the customer. But Mitsubishi has stuck with it for five years, so it must be working for them. But the Outlander GT test vehicle’s mission remains unclear. It was loaded with useful equipment, including all-wheel-drive and a spunky 230-horsepower V-6 engine. Priced reasonably at $30,275, it included a $1,700 option package that added a 710-watt Rockford Fosgate sound system, Sirius satellite radio and a power sunroof.

It also had a fold-up third-row seat that is heavy, complicated and useless for adults. You can likely buy a basic Endeavor for the price of this Outlander and with a bigger V-6 and a useful third-row seat.

To further confuse things within the Mitsubuishi SUV lineup, for 2011 we get the all-new Outlander Sport, a smaller version of the Outlander that has much in common with that 2003 Outlander — a 2-liter, 148-horsepower four-cylinder engine, and seating for five. The Outlander Sport is considered a separate vehicle from the Outlander. Go figure.

But that’s Mitsubishi’s concern, not mine. The Outlander remains the company’s most popular SUV, and to help keep it moving out the door, Mitsubishi lowered the starting price of this top-of-the-line GT model to $27,795, about $1,700 less than last year.

The Outlander lineup is comprehensive: There’s the base ES model, starting at $21,995, which has five seats and a 2.4-liter, 168-horsepower four-cylinder that seems kind of small for a vehicle weighing 3,400 pounds. Next in line is the slightly more deluxe SE model, then the XLS, and the GT, tested here. The standard Outlander is front-wheel-drive, with all-wheel-drive optional on the SE, standard on the GT. The Outlander, though, is a “crossover” SUV, based on a car platform, so while it is capable of leisurely, unchallenging off-roading, the all-wheel-drive system is really designed for improved traction in bad weather, not rock-climbing.

Inside, the Outlander GT is roomy up front, with almost a minivan feel — the windshield is long and sloping, leaving a huge dashboard beneath it. Indeed, from the outside, the front of the Outlander resembles the doomed GM minivan lineup that included the Chevrolet Uplander, Saturn Relay and Buick Terraza, a look no one would intentionally duplicate. The rest of the Outlander’s body styling is sharp-edged but more conventional.

Rear seats are fine, but that third-row seat is from the dark ages. Any adult willing to sit back there must be on the way to Oompa-Loompa auditions.

On the road, the Outlander GT is sure-footed and smooth-riding. The V-6 is matched well to the six-speed automatic transmission. Fuel mileage is rated at 19 mpg city, 25 mpg highway, and unfortunately Mitsubishi recommends premium fuel.

Feature-for-feature — assuming you don’t need a third-row seat, or don’t mind the Outlander’s limitations — the GT offers a lot for the money compared to the competition. You’d be wise, though, to check out the smaller Outlander Sport if your don’t need a third-row seat, or the larger Endeavor if you really do. Mitsubishi’s SUVs should cover the needs of the majority of consumers — it may be a challenge, though, figuring out which one suits you.

scsmith3@tribune.com

2011 Mitsubishi Outlander GT

Base price: $27,795

Price as tested: $30,275

EPA rating: 19 mpg city, 25 mpg highway

Engine: 3-liter, 230-horsepower V-6

Transmission: Six-speed automatic

Length: 183.7 inches

Wheelbase: 105.1 inches

Parting shot: Solid, slightly odd-looking SUV with seven-passenger capacity, assuming two of them are no more than four feet tall.

2011 Mitsubishi Outlander review: Our expert's take
By Steven Cole Smith


2011 MitsMitsubishi upsized its little Outlander SUV in 2007, and has continued to tweak it with updated styling inside and out that may or may not be an improvement. The question remains: Exactly what is the Outlander? It’s too big to be a small SUV, too small to compete with the better mid-size SUVs.

The original 2003-era Outlander aimed to compete with smaller SUVs such as the Ford Escape and Honda CR-V. Five years later the company added three inches to the Outlander, gave it a V-6 engine and squeezed in a third-row seat. This moved it past the Ford Escape-type sports utility vehicles, into the same territory occupied by the larger Mitsubishi Endeavor.

Having two vehicles that close in size and function would seem to be confusing for the customer. But Mitsubishi has stuck with it for five years, so it must be working for them. But the Outlander GT test vehicle’s mission remains unclear. It was loaded with useful equipment, including all-wheel-drive and a spunky 230-horsepower V-6 engine. Priced reasonably at $30,275, it included a $1,700 option package that added a 710-watt Rockford Fosgate sound system, Sirius satellite radio and a power sunroof.

It also had a fold-up third-row seat that is heavy, complicated and useless for adults. You can likely buy a basic Endeavor for the price of this Outlander and with a bigger V-6 and a useful third-row seat.

To further confuse things within the Mitsubuishi SUV lineup, for 2011 we get the all-new Outlander Sport, a smaller version of the Outlander that has much in common with that 2003 Outlander — a 2-liter, 148-horsepower four-cylinder engine, and seating for five. The Outlander Sport is considered a separate vehicle from the Outlander. Go figure.

But that’s Mitsubishi’s concern, not mine. The Outlander remains the company’s most popular SUV, and to help keep it moving out the door, Mitsubishi lowered the starting price of this top-of-the-line GT model to $27,795, about $1,700 less than last year.

The Outlander lineup is comprehensive: There’s the base ES model, starting at $21,995, which has five seats and a 2.4-liter, 168-horsepower four-cylinder that seems kind of small for a vehicle weighing 3,400 pounds. Next in line is the slightly more deluxe SE model, then the XLS, and the GT, tested here. The standard Outlander is front-wheel-drive, with all-wheel-drive optional on the SE, standard on the GT. The Outlander, though, is a “crossover” SUV, based on a car platform, so while it is capable of leisurely, unchallenging off-roading, the all-wheel-drive system is really designed for improved traction in bad weather, not rock-climbing.

Inside, the Outlander GT is roomy up front, with almost a minivan feel — the windshield is long and sloping, leaving a huge dashboard beneath it. Indeed, from the outside, the front of the Outlander resembles the doomed GM minivan lineup that included the Chevrolet Uplander, Saturn Relay and Buick Terraza, a look no one would intentionally duplicate. The rest of the Outlander’s body styling is sharp-edged but more conventional.

Rear seats are fine, but that third-row seat is from the dark ages. Any adult willing to sit back there must be on the way to Oompa-Loompa auditions.

On the road, the Outlander GT is sure-footed and smooth-riding. The V-6 is matched well to the six-speed automatic transmission. Fuel mileage is rated at 19 mpg city, 25 mpg highway, and unfortunately Mitsubishi recommends premium fuel.

Feature-for-feature — assuming you don’t need a third-row seat, or don’t mind the Outlander’s limitations — the GT offers a lot for the money compared to the competition. You’d be wise, though, to check out the smaller Outlander Sport if your don’t need a third-row seat, or the larger Endeavor if you really do. Mitsubishi’s SUVs should cover the needs of the majority of consumers — it may be a challenge, though, figuring out which one suits you.

scsmith3@tribune.com

2011 Mitsubishi Outlander GT

Base price: $27,795

Price as tested: $30,275

EPA rating: 19 mpg city, 25 mpg highway

Engine: 3-liter, 230-horsepower V-6

Transmission: Six-speed automatic

Length: 183.7 inches

Wheelbase: 105.1 inches

Parting shot: Solid, slightly odd-looking SUV with seven-passenger capacity, assuming two of them are no more than four feet tall.

Safety review

Based on the 2011 Mitsubishi Outlander base trim
NHTSA crash test and rollover ratings, scored out of 5.
Rollover rating
4/5
19.1%
Risk of rollover
19.1%
Risk of rollover

Factory warranties

New car program benefits

Basic
5 years / 60,000 miles
Corrosion
7 years / 100,000 miles
Powertrain
10 years / 100,000 miles
Roadside Assistance
5 years

Certified Pre-Owned program benefits

Age / mileage
Less than 5 years / less than 60,000 miles
Basic
Remainder of original 5 years / 60,000 miles
Dealer certification
123-point inspection

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Consumer reviews

4.6 / 5
Based on 17 reviews
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Comfort 4.8
Interior 4.7
Performance 4.6
Value 4.6
Exterior 4.8
Reliability 4.6

Most recent

  • Exactly what I wanted and more!!!

    My Outlander is everything I wanted. It has great low mileage and only a few scratches. The car runs well and looks great. It drives beautifully.
    • Purchased a Used car
    • Used for Transporting family
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort 5.0
    Interior 4.0
    Performance 4.0
    Value 4.0
    Exterior 3.0
    Reliability 4.0
    8 people out of 8 found this review helpful. Did you?
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  • Most comfortable car I have owned

    I love this vehicle. It is comfortable to drive and its has enough room for my kids and all their stuff and their friends .
    • Purchased a Used car
    • Used for Transporting family
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort 5.0
    Interior 5.0
    Performance 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Exterior 5.0
    Reliability 5.0
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  • Suits my needs.

    I like the car. It really suits my needs. It’s small with plenty of room. The one issue I have is that the seatbelt pinches my hips. Other then that, the car is excellent for city life and travel.
    • Purchased a Used car
    • Used for Transporting family
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort 4.0
    Interior 5.0
    Performance 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Exterior 5.0
    Reliability 5.0
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  • CVT transmission can not be fix!

    I loved my car. Was planning on keeping it for a few more years then buying a new one. Out of the blue, the transmission just stop working. Took it a garage and they said the transmission was bad. No wheres in the owners book does it say to change the transmission fluid. Also, has been serviced at a Mitsubishi dealer. Called the same Mitsubishi dealer and they said a new transmission cost about $6,800 and installed would be around $8,500, but the transmission is backed order for 6 months. Also, no after transmission or parts to rebuild it. I was hoping to give this car to my son and we where going to buy a brand new Mitsubishi Outlander. No one in our family will ever a Mitsubishi again.
    • Purchased a Used car
    • Used for Transporting family
    • Does not recommend this car
    Comfort 5.0
    Interior 5.0
    Performance 3.0
    Value 1.0
    Exterior 5.0
    Reliability 1.0
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  • Most reliable car my family ever owned

    This thing will carry anything. This car carried a dishwasher, a patio furniture set, 2 bikes, a laundry machine, ikea furniture, and a rideable toy car, and all those times all those items fit into the car with barley any room left over. It is amazing.
    • Purchased a Used car
    • Used for Commuting
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort 5.0
    Interior 5.0
    Performance 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Exterior 5.0
    Reliability 5.0
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  • Best Deal I Have Ever Gotten

    This car runs really great and has all the extra features we wanted in a car. It has heated seats, GPS, Super Stereo system, towing package, moon roof, comfortable seats, plenty of cargo room and much more.
    • Purchased a Used car
    • Used for Transporting family
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort 5.0
    Interior 5.0
    Performance 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Exterior 5.0
    Reliability 5.0
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  • Great family car

    So many awesome features in the GT model! Great for a small family. Reliable vehicle that handles well and I feel safe driving. Interior design is beautiful.
    • Purchased a Used car
    • Used for Transporting family
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort 5.0
    Interior 5.0
    Performance 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Exterior 5.0
    Reliability 5.0
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  • Great vehicle for the money.

    Great vehicle for the money. Roomy!!! 4wd works just perfect. Bought it 3 years ago with 36,000 miles. Did not have any issues. Love it
    • Purchased a Used car
    • Used for Transporting family
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort 5.0
    Interior 5.0
    Performance 4.0
    Value 5.0
    Exterior 4.0
    Reliability 5.0
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  • Great Ride

    I was very skeptical at first of Mitsubishi but took a test drive. Love the drive and handle of the car. The rebates needed to help sell allows it to significantly undercut the pricing of its competitors. It has been rock solid through heavy use with the bumper to bumper warranty still active for piece of mind. Ended up being my favorite car!
    • Purchased a New car
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort 5.0
    Interior 5.0
    Performance 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Exterior 5.0
    Reliability 5.0
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  • A DRIVER'S CAR. Fun, fun, fun or economical ho-hum

    So you?ve read the rest now read the best. 2011 Outlander SE w/2.4L 4x4. This is a DRIVER'S car. No, it doesn?t have as much horse power as some but if you learn how to drive it, you're going to have just too much fun. The first thing you're going to have to do is disregard gas mileage, (While you and your car are learning.), and teach the car your driving habits. During this time you will need to figure out the power band for each gear using the paddle shifters on an empty road. So now that you've figured out that at (X) mph, if you drop down to (y) gear, you?re going to be at the start or middle of the power band for that gear. Fun, fun, fun! The suspension is solid and allows the car to pull through the corners tight and predictable. There is a bit of torque steering in the lower gears but that lets me know I?m hitting the power band just right. The four wheel drive has worked great in this Colorado winter and I don?t think I?ll ever buy another car without the remote start feature. The seats are very comfortable with the lumbar support right where it should be, for me. The cup holder to the left of the steering wheel gets little praise but, man is it convenient. Just watch your knees getting in and out if you leave it extended. The hands free bluetooth system is fantastic and should be required by law. The Rockford-fosgate w/subwoofer sound system is truely awsome! I can hook up my android phone to the RCA jacks and use a music player that has an equalizer that I downloaded. By doing so, I am able to create a, as good or better than component stereo presents inside my vehicle. Sometimes, I just keep driving. Like in The Matrix....Woo! If and when I drive mellow, I?m getting about 25mpg city. Traveling at 75 to 80mph on the highway, my gas mileage decreases compared to 65mph or lower. This may not be the most economical car, but it can be some what conomical depending on your driving habits. So here?s my conclusion, If you like to DRIVE your car, the outlander with its transmission, suspension and controls make it a DRIVER'S car. If you are a commuter, the Outlander is an economical vehicle. There are other more economical 4 cyl. engine vehicles out there but you won?t find the styling, performance and value of the Outlander. To me, this is a true hybrid vehicle. Fun, fun, fun or economical, (enough), ho-hum.
    • Purchased a New car
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort 5.0
    Interior 4.0
    Performance 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Exterior 5.0
    Reliability 5.0
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  • So far, so good

    We were looking to down-size from a larger, 7 passenger SUV to a smaller SUV after our oldest child moved out. We test drove nearly every model on the market and chose the Outlander over the Chevy Equinox and Mazda CX-7. We have been happy with the overall performance after the first 3 months. I will say, the gas mileage that is advertised is somewhat misleading. For example, we drove on a 180 mile trip and averaged 26 mpg, mainly highway driving. On a subsequent trip of equal distance, we averaged 25 mpg. In town, we are averaging 19-20 mpg.
    • Purchased a New car
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort 5.0
    Interior 5.0
    Performance 4.0
    Value 5.0
    Exterior 4.0
    Reliability 5.0
    1 person out of 1 found this review helpful. Did you?
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  • Love this car!

    I bought my car in June and have absolutely no complaints. I bought it originally for the gas milage and have not been disappointed! I love the look of it, particularly the front bumper and it's very roomy inside. I also enjoy the sunroof, it really adds to the car. I would definately recommend this car to anyone!
    • Purchased a New car
    • Used for Commuting
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort 5.0
    Interior 5.0
    Performance 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Exterior 5.0
    Reliability 5.0
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FAQ

What trim levels are available for the 2011 Mitsubishi Outlander?

The 2011 Mitsubishi Outlander is available in 4 trim levels:

  • ES (1 style)
  • GT (1 style)
  • SE (2 styles)
  • XLS (1 style)

What is the MPG of the 2011 Mitsubishi Outlander?

The 2011 Mitsubishi Outlander offers up to 23 MPG in city driving and 28 MPG on the highway. These figures are based on EPA mileage ratings and are for comparison purposes only. The actual mileage will vary depending on vehicle options, trim level, driving conditions, driving habits, vehicle maintenance, and other factors.

What are some similar vehicles and competitors of the 2011 Mitsubishi Outlander?

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Is the 2011 Mitsubishi Outlander reliable?

The 2011 Mitsubishi Outlander has an average reliability rating of 4.6 out of 5 according to cars.com consumers. Find real-world reliability insights within consumer reviews from 2011 Mitsubishi Outlander owners.

Is the 2011 Mitsubishi Outlander a good SUV?

Below are the cars.com consumers ratings for the 2011 Mitsubishi Outlander. 94.1% of drivers recommend this vehicle.

4.6 / 5
Based on 17 reviews
  • Comfort: 4.8
  • Interior: 4.7
  • Performance: 4.6
  • Value: 4.6
  • Exterior: 4.8
  • Reliability: 4.6

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