Mitsubishi Motors launched the all-new 2007 Outlander in North America Wednesday, giving car buyers their first glimpse of the new global platform that will also host the next-generation Mitsubishi Lancer and Lancer Evolution models.
Three Outlander models are offered, the base ES, the LS and the fully-equipped XLS, all powered by a shiny new 3-liter, 220 hp aluminum MIVEC V6, driving the front wheels through a six-speed Sportronic automatic transmission. LS and XLS models are available with Mitsubishi's electronically-controlled All-Wheel Control AWD system. The low-emissions Outlander will be the first PZEV V6 offered in the U.S. market.
In the vehicle dynamics department, Mitsubishi says that the fully independent suspension of the new global platform give the compact SUV “sport sedan dynamics,” aided in part byan aluminum roof which lowers the vehicle's center of gravity. A reinforced Macpherson strut front suspension is tuned for quick steering response and enhanced “feel,” while the multilink rear independent suspension has been engineered for better steering stability and improved ride. The all-new, higher-performance four-wheel disk brake system with 11.5 inch vented rotors up front and 11 inch solid rotors in the rear includes ABS with Electronic Brake-force Distribution (EBD) on all models.
Major Standard Features (ES)
Active Skid and Traction Control (ASTC)
Air conditioning
AM/FM/CD audio system with MP3 playback capability and six speakers.
Dual-stage front air bag SRS with front passenger occupant sensors
Front seat mounted side-impact air bags
Curtain side air bags
Anti-lock brake system (ABS) with Electronic Brake-force Distribution (EBD)
Cruise control
Engine immobilizer
Keyless entry
Power windows, locks and mirrors
LS models add:
16-inch alloy wheels
Bluetooth(TM) cell phone-ready pre-wire switch
Color-keyed folding power side view mirrors
Driver's seatback pocket
Floor mats
Leather-wrapped steering wheel and shift knob
Rear privacy glass
Roof rails
Steering wheel remote audio switches
Two additional 12-volt accessory outlets (one in cockpit, one in cargo area)
XLS models add over LS:
18-inch alloy wheels
Automatic climate control system
Cargo area utility bars
FAST Key entry system
Fog lights
Hands-free Bluetooth(R) cellular phone interface system with voice recognition
Sportronic(R) magnesium steering wheel shifter paddles
Underfloor-stowable compact third row seat
Option Packages
Luxury Package (XLS only) featuring:Xenon HID headlamps with auto-leveling; leather seating surfaces (front & 2nd row); power driver seat and heated front seats.
Sun & Sound Package (LS and XLS models) featuring:650-Watt (max) Rockford-Fosgate Premium Audio system with PUNCH(R) control; 6CD/MP3 in-dash changer (LS); auxiliary stereo input jack; power glass sunroof with sunshade and SIRIUS Satellite Radio with six months free service subscription.
HDD Navigation & Mitsubishi Multi-Communication System (XLS only) featuring:Hard Disk Drive (30GB) satellite GPS navigation system with 7-inch touch panel and music server function and single-disc player.
Entertainment Package (LS only) featuring: DVD rear seat LCD 9-inch monitor with remote; infrared wireless headphone (1); auxiliary video input jack and 115-volt accessory outlet.
