The 2017MY Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV goes on sale locally today, with the same two-model grade range as the outgoing PHEV, but with prices rising for both grades in line with more standard equipment and tech inclusions.

The entry grade changes from PHEV to PHEV LS, while the range topper switches from PHEV Aspire to PHEV Exceed. Previously, the entry grade started from AUD 47,490 and the Aspire from AUD 52,490. Those price points have jumped to AUD 50,490 for the LS and AUD 55,490 for the Exceed.The new Outlander PHEV adopts the styling changes we’ve seen on the MY17 Outlander range, while also introducing new tech and increased driver convenience.


According to Mitsubishi Australia, ‘the Outlander PHEV was developed from the ground up to be driven by either an internal combustion engine or hybrid technology and as a result there are no compromises in terms of packaging, practicality or driving dynamics’.

Mitsubishi introduces a new EV Priority Mode across both grades. The EV switch is located next to the 4WD button in the console, and once activated allows the driver to use the vehicle in EV mode without the engine running, provided there is sufficient charge in the battery.


There’s an upgraded interior, which gets a new steering wheel, revised accent trim, improved seat design (improved lateral support and stiffer side bolsters) and comfort, premium finishes and materials all designed to deliver a more high-end experience.

The cabin promises to be a much more enjoyable environment thanks to reduced noise levels, increased insulation and sound deadening material. Soft touch materials have been used throughout, while new accent trim has been applied to the doors, dashboard and centre console surfaces. The headlining is a new material with highlight stitching for the instrument panel and a soft centre armrest.


There have also been significant improvements to on-road performance with sharper throttle response delivering more rapid off the mark acceleration. A more rigid chassis, tweaked suspension components, and a new calibration for the electric power steering system promise to change the way the Outlander PHEV feels from behind the wheel.

Mitsubishi quotes a combined power figure of 163 Hp for the new Outlander PHEV (including the 2.0-litre internal combustion engine), but despite that the ADR fuel figure has dropped from 1.9 L/100km to 1.7 L/100km for the new model.


At the front, the new Outlander PHEV gets the ‘Dynamic Shield’ frontal design you’re familiar with from the new Outlander range, dark chrome and silver trim, silver skid plates, LED headlights, LED DRLs and LED foglights with chrome bezels.

At the rear, there’s sharper styling too, with a new bumper design, silver skid plate, shark fin antenna, chrome tailgate trim, LED combination lights and an LED foglight. There’s also revised wheel arch mouldings, silver roof rails and chrome door sill trim as well as 18-inch black/polished alloy wheels.


Both grades get a full five-star ANCAP rating, and like all Mitsubishis, the Outlander PHEV is backed by a five-year/100,000 km warranty. The Outlander PHEV also benefits from Mitsubishi’s four-year capped price servicing plan, which is scheduled for every 15,000 km or 12 months whichever comes first.