2012 Mitsubishi Outlander

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$22,345 - $27,895
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Fuel Economy: 19/25 mpg

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2012 Mitsubishi Outlander Trims	MSRP	Fuel	Engine
2WD 4dr ES	$22,345	23 / 28 mpg	Gas I4 2.4L/144
2WD 4dr SE	$23,345	23 / 28 mpg	Gas I4 2.4L/144
4WD 4dr SE	$24,845	22 / 27 mpg	Gas I4 2.4L/144
2WD 4dr GT	$25,895	19 / 26 mpg	Gas V6 3.0L/183
4WD 4dr GT	$27,895	19 / 25 mpg	Gas V6 3.0L/183

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The Mitsubishi Outlander has two available engines: a 2.4L 4-cylinder making 168 hp, available in the ES and SE trim levels, and a 3.0L V6 making 230 hp in the GT. The 4-cylinder is mated to a CVT transmission, while the V6 uses a 6-speed Sportronic automatic transmission. The SE and GT also have standard magnesium paddle shifters on the steering wheel. ...more

The ES, SE and GT all come standard with front-wheel drive, while the SE can also be outfitted with All-Wheel Control (AWC). The top-of-the-line Outlander GT also offers Mitsubishi's Super All-Wheel Control System (S-AWC for short). The system has the first electronically controlled active front differential on a CUV, which detects traction of the front tires and directs power appropriately, improving both safety and performance. A dial allows the driver to select from three settings, depending on conditions: Tarmac, Snow and Lock.

The Outlander is loaded with safety features that make it smart buy. Six airbags are standard, as are active stability control, traction control, tire pressure monitoring and pedestrian impact crumple zones. In addition to the S-AWC system, the GT also has standard Hill Start Assist.

As for the interior, the ES base model has fabric upholstery with 60/40 split folding rear seats, plus air conditioning, cruise control, power doors and windows and a 6-speaker CD/MP3 stereo. The SE upgrades include a leather-wrapped shift knob and multi-function steering wheel, leather bolsters with sport fabric seats, a 6-CD in-dash changer and Bluetooth.

The GT adds automatic climate control, HID headlamps, independently adjustable rear seats and rain-sensing wipers. The available Touring package includes heated seats, leather seating surfaces and trim, a Rockford Fosgate stereo with SIRIUS satellite radio, a sunroof and a rear camera system.

2012 Mitsubishi Outlander Model Changes

The 2-wheel drive XLS trim disappears, but for 2012, the Outlander gets GT trim in both 2- and 4-wheel drive with HID headlamps, mirror-integrated turn signals, rain-sensing wipers, aluminum pedals and automatic climate control.

Roof rails and mesh grille are now standard across the lineup.

2012 Mitsubishi Outlander Value

The Mitsubishi Outlander offers a lot of features for its price point and gives its Kia Sorento rival a run for its money. Gas mileage is pretty good too, with the base-level ES turning in 21 mpg in the city and 27 mpg on the highway. Even the 7-passenger SE equipped with all-wheel drive gets 18 mpg in the city and 24 on the highway.

As a "crossover," the Outlander blurs the line between sporty handling and sport utility. The 4-cylinder engine is aimed at drivers who want sporty styling along with great fuel economy, while the V6 has significantly more horsepower for spirited driving. The GT trim's Super-All-Wheel Drive Control system is derived from the high-performance system on stable-mate Lancer Evolution.

2012 Mitsubishi Outlander Strengths

Quality interior; available all-wheel drive; family-oriented practicality Hide

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2012 Mitsubishi Outlander

$22,345 - $27,895

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2WD 4dr ES

2WD 4dr SE

4WD 4dr SE

2WD 4dr GT

4WD 4dr GT

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