Flash Drive

2015 Mitsubishi Outlander

The 2015 Mitsubishi Outlander is a rugged, spacious SUV.
The 2015 Mitsubishi Outlander is a rugged, spacious SUV.

Model Tested: 2015 Mitsubishi Outlander 3.0 GT-S 

Engine: 3.0-liter V-6, 224 horsepower 215 lb-ft torque 

Transmission: 6-speed automatic transmission all-wheel-drive 

EPA Ratings: 20/City—28/Highway—23/Combined 

Base Price: $28,195 

As Tested: $35,145 

Performance:

Strong V-6 engine is a good match for hefty SUV

Impressive fuel economy for its size

We met and/or exceeded EPA estimates

ECO mode button

Locking center differential for serious off-road driving

Smooth long distance highway ride 

Interior materials and switch gear are nicely executed.
Interior materials and switch gear are nicely executed.

Comfort:

Front row room for XL passengers

Cowboy hat headroom

Spacious second row seats

Second row seats slide for great comfort/versatility

Second row seatbacks recline

Lots of under seat shoe space

Low floor hump

Split third row seats best for children

Utility:

Medium size center console bin

The Mitsubishi Outlander has a handy power tailgate.
The Mitsubishi Outlander has a handy power tailgate.

Flat cargo deck

Power tailgate

Odd second row folding latch system

Small under floor storage bins 

WOW Factors:

Very spacious interior, especially first and second row seats

Great fuel economy

Excellent off-road/all-weather prowess

Lane departure warning system 

Whines:

The front end styling doesn’t work for us—we prefer the Outlander Sport

Some interior plastics a little hard

Semi-cheap headliner material

Undersized rear dome light

Tailgate opens too low for tall people

Bottom Line:

The 2015 Mitsubishi Outlander is a spacious, multi-purpose seven-passenger SUV that can handle dirt roads as well as paved ones. It has a good mix of modern technology with old school ruggedness.