Model Tested: 2015 Mitsubishi Outlander Sport 2.4 GT AWC
Engine: 2.4-liter 4-cylinder gas, 168 horsepower, 167 lb-ft torque
Transmission: CVT automatic transmission, all-wheel-drive
EPA Ratings: 23/City—26/Highway—24/Combined
Base Price: $24,995
As Tested: $30,495
Performance:
2.4L engine is a big improvement over 2.0L version
Efficient CVT transmission
ECO mode
We exceeded EPA highway estimate with 30.2 mpg
Around town we got 21.8 mpg
Hill Start Assist
Good feel to electric power steering
Adequate acceleration
Pleasant highway ride
4WD and 4WD Lock modes
Paddle shifters
Good size for city errands
Agile off road
Available manual transmission
Comfort:
Supportive, leather seats
Two-temp heated front seats
Medium thick leather steering wheel
Good steering wheel audio controls
Tilt/telescopic steering column
Stretch-out front legroom
Adults fit fine in back seat with front seats all back
Tall passengers just brush rear headliner
Soft back seat armrest with two small cup holders
Four overhead grab handles
Utility:
Rain sensing wipers
One seatback pouch
No rear door bins
Deep console bin
Medium glovebox, no lock
Medium front door bins
Ample cargo area
Wide opening
Two-inch lift over
Split seats fold almost flat
Good cargo space behind back seat
Wow Factors:
Panoramic glass roof brightens interior
Great sound system with lots of pre-set choices
Rain sensing wipers
Handsome styling
Excellent fuel economy
Whines:
Cheesy cargo area carpet and floorboard
No rear door bins
Bottom Line:
The Mitsubishi Outlander Sport is the more compact, five-passenger version of the three-row Outlander. It’s a comfortable crossover SUV that’s fun to drive. Seating is generous front
and back as is cargo space. Power and fuel economy are both very good.
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