When looking for a new car, Mitsubishi might not be at the forefront of your considerations. However, the 2025 Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV distinguishes itself within the small selection of compact and midsize plug-in hybrid SUVs available.
The 2025 Mitsubishi Outlander is slightly more compact in size, yet its optional third-row seating makes it suitable for larger families looking for a versatile vehicle.
The plug-in hybrid offers a practical range along with superior performance compared to purely gasoline-powered versions. Additionally, its cabin quality, array of features, and general comfort level stand up well against competitors. This makes it unexpectedly solid option.
The 2025 Outlander PHEV represents the fourth generation of the Outlander lineup; however, it marks the first time that this model essentially becomes a restyled version of the Nissan Rogue. (It’s worth noting that Mitsubishi and Nissan are affiliated companies.)
You’d be hard-pressed to tell just by looking at them, but they indeed share an underlying platform, interior technology and countless other components.
Performance
The Outlander PHEV accelerates much faster compared to the regular version.
Utilizing both the internal combustion engine and the electricity from the motor delivers 248 horsepower along with a 0-60 mph acceleration of 7.3 seconds — this is 2.4 seconds faster compared to the standard Outlander.
Although that isn't as fast as the Jeep Grand Cherokee 4xe, it still outpaces the comparable Kia Sorento PHEV.
This additional electric power also improves the everyday driving experience. You'll find a consistent surge of torque in urban areas, making it easier to overtake and merge onto highways.
An additional advantage of the extensive battery pack is its capability to propel the Outlander PHEV to highway velocities and keep it running solely on electrical energy.
The braking performance of the Outlander PHEV is roughly typical for its class, managing to stop from 60 mph within 129 feet. Additionally, it allows for gentle stops during your regular travels with ease.
The steering provides substantial assistance without ever feeling loose, making it easy to maneuver the Outlander through city streets or along winding roads.
Although we might not describe the Outlander PHEV as enjoyable to drive, its suspension and all-wheel-drive system provide commendable handling through turns.
Comfort
The Outlander PHEV offers a smoother ride across different types of roads compared to the regular Outlander.
The driver and front-seat passenger will enjoy well-padded seating that ensures comfort during extended journeys. Those in the second row have the luxury of adding heated seats as an option, yet individuals relegated to the cramped conditions of the rear seat may not be so forgiving afterward.
The Outlander is among the handful of vehicles in its segment that offers climate controls for rear passengers as an optional feature.
Interior
Both forward seats provide a substantial range of adjustments, allowing both tall and short drivers to easily find their perfect seating position.
Generally, forward visibility is clear, and the Outlander’s sizable side windows help in easily checking for vehicles in your blind spots.
Entering and exiting the front seat is effortless, however, adults may need to contort themselves somewhat for simpler access to the back seats.
The seats in the second row are positioned relatively high, and despite being moved all the way back, they offer less legroom compared to other similar-sized two-row SUVs.
Technology
The touch screen display is vibrant and features user-friendly menu options. While the optional navigation system in the Outlander performs satisfactorily, it falls short when it comes to searching for places of interest.
The high-quality Bose sound system delivers impressive clarity and minimal distortion even at louder volumes.
The Outlander comes equipped with both Apple CarPlay and Android Auto capabilities, and many of its trim levels also feature wireless charging. This adds significant value; however, testers found that connecting an iPhone often resulted in recurring issues during our evaluation period.
The test drivers likewise had reservations about the infotainment system's voice control features.
They demand adherence to a strict hierarchical system and, during our tests, occasionally struggled to comprehend our instructions.
The Outlander features an extensive array of sophisticated driver assistance systems, and for the most part, they operated flawlessly.
Nevertheless, test drivers noted that the traffic-adaptive cruise control and lane centering functions were not very refined in their operation.
Storage
Behind the third row, there isn't much space, making extended journeys unsuitable for families with six people.
The storage area behind the second row offers ample room at 30.8 cubic feet. Additionally, when both the second and third rows are folded down, there is extensive space available. During testing, one driver managed to accommodate over 20 bags of mulch using this configuration.
The Outlander offers numerous spaces for storing your belongings as well. If you're not using the phone charger, you can utilize the small tray beneath the central console. Additionally, the side door storage compartment is quite spacious.
Fuel Economy
According to the EPA, the Outlander PHEV achieves 26 mpg combined and offers an all-electric range of 38 miles when fully charged with its 20-kWh battery pack.
During the test drives' 115-mile evaluation route, the Outlander managed 33.6 miles using only electric power before achieving an efficiency of 27.4 miles per gallon for the remainder of the journey.
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