The Renault-Nissan-Mitsubishi Alliance is in good health. It is true that they have gone through a bad time due to certain abuses of power by the house of rhombus. However, they have known how to redirect the situation so as not to blow up and end up worse than they were. AND the house of the three diamonds It is one of those that is better off thanks to the synergies that it has been able to weave within it. The proof is that very soon they will have an electric C-SUV.
This model is nothing more than a clone derivative of the Renault Scenic E-Tech as he already did with the Colt y ASX. The fact is that the Japanese brand also has its own developed models and the new Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV It is one of them. We already talked to you about him when debuted for the Yankee market and also when they confirmed that he would return to Europe. Well, now they tell us the exact date of its launch and some extra information...
The new Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV sports an attractive design and in line with what the customer in this segment demands…
As you already know, because we already told you, The Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV is a product that the firm created for the American market. This country is very important for them because they have a large bastion of clients who bet on their models. For this reason, its design offers an aggressive imprint that is a profound evolution of the aesthetic language that other models of the brand sport. It is based on the Dynamic Shield philosophy of its large grille.
Thus it stands out for the powerful front in which the format of its optics draws attention. The upper ones are for the LED daytime running light that opens the large chrome fangs that reach the lower part of its bumper. Right at the lower end are the anti-fog lights and, between them, in the bumper, the large main lights have their place. All this presided over by a large grill and brand logo.
The side view is, perhaps, the simplest although it is not devoid of personality. There are three elements in it that give its design its own entity. First the perfectly circular wheel arches which, depending on the clients' request, can be protected by a fine black molding or without it. The second is the great Plug-In Hybrid PHEV logo that reminds us what model we are facing. And finally, the chrome trim that reaches the "D" pillar.
Finally, the rear sports a simple design. In this plane we have some very horizontal optics that bite into the bottom of the "D" pillar and they almost reach the center of the trunk lid. In the center is the moderately sized brand logo and below is the Outlander name and the logo of the S-AWC all-wheel drive system of the signature and reminder of its PHEV powertrain. Of the interior, there are no photos for now but it won't change too much...
For now it is not known what its powertrain will be like, but its S-AWC all-wheel drive system is...
However, the most interesting thing about the new Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV, now, is its all-wheel drive. As you know, the Japanese company is polishing its plug-in hybrid powertrain because in Europe it will be slightly different from the one it already sells in the US. So while that data arrives, it reminds us of the history of its information system. S-AWC all-wheel drive and tell some modes that the Outlander PHEV will have when it arrives in Europe.
So, when we can enjoy it, The S-AWC system will configure the four-wheel drive based on the driving modes selected by the driver. And they are…
- Normal. This mode balances engine performance with fuel efficiency for a variety of roads and driving styles.
- Asphalt. It is intended for dry paved roads and is ideal for rapid acceleration and cornering on mountain roads and other winding roads.
- records. It offers powerful traction and high stability on gravel and other unpaved and wet roads.
- Snow. Manages power and traction on snowy and slippery roads to minimize skidding.
- Clay. Optimizes tire slip ratio based on vehicle speed on muddy or deep snow roads.
- Eco. This mode improves the efficiency of the gasoline engine and 4WD system to support fuel-efficient driving.
- Power. It is the most reactive because it takes advantage of the best performance of the engines and their response in maneuvers such as overtaking other vehicles.
With everything, To be able to try them we will have to wait until the beginning of 2025. Mitsubishi has confirmed that it will arrive in Europe at the end of this Japanese fiscal year, so we will not have more data until next January. Of course, this is not going to be the last preview they publish…
Source - Mitsubishi
